Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on April 15, 2025 by Dina Miller
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.
Poppin’ Fun at the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
September 6, 2025
The Valparaiso Popcorn Festival is a one‑day, family‑friendly celebration held downtown each September, honoring Orville Redenbacher. It features the nation’s oldest Popcorn Parade, Popcorn Panic runs, a Lit’l Kernel Puff kids’ race, live music, a beer garden, over 300 vendor booths, carnival-style activities, and classic small-town charm
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- 40 Minutes to South Shore
- 39 Minutes to Michigan City
- 88 Minutes to Elkhart County
