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.

Wanatah Scarecrow Festival - a Family Fun Extravaganza

 

 

September 27-29, 2024

The Wanatah Scarecrow Festival is an annual celebration featuring arts and crafts, a pork chop dinner, pancake breakfast, parade, and scarecrow sculpting. Enjoy fun runs for all ages, live music, variety acts, a car show, bingo, and community merchant drawings. It’s a weekend of family-friendly fun and local tradition.

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    • 27 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
    • 48 Minutes to South Shore
    • 68 Minutes to Elkhart County

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