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.

Strolling, Sipping, Shopping: Chesterton's European Market with the Girls

 

Spend a perfect Saturday morning with your girlfriends at Chesterton’s European Market. Browse artisan pastries, handcrafted jewelry, boutique cheeses, and farm-fresh produce in historic downtown Chesterton. Enjoy live music and a welcoming atmosphere just two miles from the Indiana Dunes. It’s a vibrant, sensory-filled outing you’ll cherish.

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  • 30 Minutes to South Shore
  • 22 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 63 Minutes to Elkhart County

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