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.
Where Flowers Tell Stories: Quilt Gardens
May 30 – September 15, 2025
The Quilt Gardens Along the Heritage Trail blend gardening, quilting, and public art into a vibrant, free outdoor exhibit. Featuring colorful quilt-inspired designs made from over a million blooms, these gardens appear in seven communities in Elkhart County and Shipshewana. Paired with hand-painted murals, they celebrate local artistry, tradition, and the region’s cultural roots.
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- 58 Minutes to Michigan City
- 63 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 80 Minutes to South Shore
