Turn Up the Cool: Live Music Across Northern Indiana
Posted on April 29, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana’s Cool North offers an unforgettable live music experience year-round, with concerts and festivals across charming towns and scenic venues. From lakeside stages and historic theaters to buzzing downtown parks, the region showcases local talent and national acts in every genre. Events like summer concert series, music festivals, and intimate performances bring communities together through rhythm and melody. Whether you're into jazz, rock, country, or blues, Indiana’s Cool North delivers the soundtrack to your getaway.
Where Flowers Tell Stories: Quilt Gardens
May 30 – September 15, 2025
The Quilt Gardens Along the Heritage Trail blend gardening, quilting, and public art into a vibrant, free outdoor exhibit. Featuring colorful quilt-inspired designs made from over a million blooms, these gardens appear in seven communities in Elkhart County and Shipshewana. Paired with hand-painted murals, they celebrate local artistry, tradition, and the region’s cultural roots.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a destination guide for Elkhart County.
- 58 Minutes to Michigan City
- 63 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 80 Minutes to South Shore
