Fall for Indiana’s Cool North

Indiana’s Cool North comes alive each fall with festivals celebrating the season’s beauty and bounty. From charming small-town harvest fairs to lively music events, visitors can enjoy pumpkin patches, artisan crafts, seasonal foods, and family-friendly activities. Crisp air, colorful leaves, and festive decorations set the perfect backdrop for hayrides, corn mazes, and community fun. These fall festivals offer a warm, welcoming way to savor autumn while exploring the region’s local culture, flavors, and traditions.

Candlelight Mystery at the Mansion

 

 

October 18, 2025

Step into the opulent halls of the Barker Mansion in Michigan City for the immersive Candlelight Mystery at The Mansion: The Secret Tunnel. By flickering candlelight, explore shadowy corridors and grand rooms, investigating a century-old question: Does a secret tunnel connect the mansion to the Haskell & Barker Factory? For generations, whispers of this hidden passage have lingered—but no definitive proof has ever been found… until now. Guests will follow clues, unravel riddles, and uncover the secrets hidden within the mansion’s walls.

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    • 17 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
    • 37 Minutes to South Shore
    • 56 Minutes to Elkhart County

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