Fall for Indiana’s Cool North

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Dina Miller

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.

Map of Family Friendly Halloween

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  1. Knollbrook Farm, Goshen
  2. Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, Goshen
  3. Kercher Sunrise Orchard, Goshen
  4. Ox Bow County Park, Goshen
  5. Luhr County Park, LaPorte
  6. Hesston Steam Museum, LaPorte
  7. Washington Park Zoo, Michigan City
  8. Barker Mansion, Michigan City
  9. Spider Hunt Night Hike, Indiana Dunes State Park
  10. Halloween Market in Chesterton’s European Market
  11. Oktoberfest at Journeyman Distillery, Valpo
  12. Trail of Scarecrows, Gabis Arboretum
  13. Fright Lights Laser Show, Challenger Learning Center, Hammond
  14. Morkes Chocolates, Cedar Lake
  15. Pumpkin Glow, Harvest Tyme Family Farm, Lowell
  16. Halloween Trail, Fair Oaks Farm