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.

Map of Trails and Museums

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  1. Buckley Homestead, Lowell
  2. Crown Point Courthouse
  3. Porter County Museum, Valparaiso
  4. Deep River County Park
  5. Experience Culture of the South Shore
  6. Diana of the Dunes Dare, Indiana Dunes National Park
  7. Indiana Dunes Indigenous Cultural Trail
  8. Century of Progress Homes, Indiana Dunes National Park
  9. Old Lighthouse Museum, Michigan City
  10. Barker Mansion, Michigan City
  11. Hesston Steam Museum
  12. LaPorte County Historical Society Museum, LaPorte
  13. Heritage Trail, Elkhart County
  14. Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum, Elkhart
  15. Ruthmere, Elkhart
  16. Midwest Museum of American Art, Elkhart