Indiana’s Cool North in Full Bloom
Posted on May 10, 2025 by Dina Miller
Spring and summer in Indiana’s Cool North bring vibrant gardens and colorful blooms to life. From tulips and daffodils in early spring to roses, coneflowers, and lilies in full summer, the region bursts with natural beauty. Botanical gardens, wildflower trails, and community parks offer serene escapes. Garden centers and farm markets overflow with fresh flowers, plants, and local produce, making it easy to bring the season home. Festivals and floral displays celebrate nature’s charm across this northern Indiana haven.
Map of Top Food Festivals
- Nappanee Apple Festival
- Elkhart County 4-H Fair (Goshen)
- Bristol Corn Dog Festival
- Taste of the Gardens, Wellfield Botanic Garden
- Farmed & Forged Sunday Market, LaPorte
- LaPorte County Fair
- Farmed & Forged Saturday Market, Michigan City
- Red, White & Brews at Shoreline Brewery
- Chesterton’s European Market
- Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
- Porter County Fair (Valparaiso)
- Kouts Pork Fest
- Taste of Crown Point
- Festa Italiana, Schererville
- Kielbasa Fest (East Chicago)
- Whiting’s Pierogi Fest
