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.
Walk the Passion Path at The Shrine of Christ's Passion
The Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, offers a powerful spiritual journey through a half-mile path featuring 40 life-size bronze statues depicting the Passion of Christ. Visitors can listen to meditations at each station, enhanced by original music and immersive audio, creating a reflective experience. The pathway is illuminated for evening visits and is open year-round, weather permitting. The shrine also includes the Our Lady of Guadalupe Plaza, Moses and Mount Sinai exhibit, and a 6,000-square-foot gift shop. It attracts visitors from all 50 states and over 40 countries.
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- 44 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 58 Minutes to Michigan City
- 99 Minutes to Elkhart County
