Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North

Indiana's Cool North offers an array of must-see summer and fall events in 2025. Music and art lovers can enjoy vibrant events like art festivals, the Elkhart Jazz Festival, the Festival of the Lakes, and the Elvis Fantasy Fest. For thrill-seekers, the excitement of the Great Lakes Grand Prix and the energy of county fairs offer unforgettable experiences.  Here are 16 events that highlight the region's vibrant culture and community spirit.

Paddling the Indiana Dunes Area - a Great Escape

Paddling in the Indiana Dunes

 

 

Boasting stunning shoreline and diverse waterways, the Indiana Dunes region offers lakes, creeks, and rivers for paddling adventures. Rent or bring your own kayak or canoe to explore dune‑lined shores via the Lake Michigan Water Trail, Kankakee River, inland lakes, and peaceful parkland waterway

For information on nearby lodging. and Dunes Deals.    Request a destination guide of the Indiana Dunes

  • 23 Minutes to South Shore
  • 17 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 63 Minutes to Elkhart County

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