The Best Summer Events in Indiana’s Cool North

Indiana's Cool North hosts a variety of vibrant summer events that draw visitors from near and far. Here are some of the best summer events to experience in the region; everything from our fairs and festivals to our 4th of July celebrations.  Be sure to mark your calendar with your favorites or find a new one to explore.

Middlebury Fall Festival - Celebrate Fall's Arrival

Middlebury Fall Festival 2022

 

September 6-7, 2024

Celebrate the arrival of fall in downtown Middlebury.  Friday events include a pork chop dinner at the fire department and fireworks on the Das Dutchman Essenhaus campus. The weekend features local crafters and artisans, an entertainment tent, as well as the elephants ears, fried pies and kettle corn we all love.

Bring your lawn chair — and if you forget it, check in at the gazebo to see if the Middlebury Chamber has one you can borrow!

For information on nearby lodging.  Request a destination guide for Elkhart County.

  • 76 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 82 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 108 Minutes to South Shore

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