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Indiana Weekend Roundup: June 5-7, 2026
Strawberry shortcakes, flea-market treasure hunts, outdoor concerts and craft beer—this weekend has it all. From the Kokomo Strawberry Festival and Shipshewana Flea Market to Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival and Conner Prairie's History on Tap, pick your perfect June kickoff.
Memorial Day Weekend Roundup: May 29-31, 2026
Memorial Day weekend is packed with music, markets, and Americana across Indiana — from the 500 Festival's citywide celebrations in Indianapolis to Whitestown's free summer concert kickoff and vintage-hunting at Corydon and Shipshewana. Whether you crave live bands, antiques, or riverfront fireworks, we've got your weekend plans covered.
Weekend Festival Roundup: May 22-24, 2026
From full-contact jousting at the Southern Indiana Renaissance Faire to muskets and camp life at the Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous, this Memorial Day weekend in Indiana is packed with music, markets, and hands-on traditions. Plan your pick of outdoor concerts, flea-market treasure hunts, and a riverside ten-day festival.
Indiana Weekend Roundup: May 15–17, 2026 — Peonies, Pitmasters, Picnics & Pageantry
This weekend Indiana blooms with peonies, pours craft sips, smells smoky BBQ, and tiptoes into fantasy—plus the 500 Festival’s parade energy rolling through Indy. From covered-bridge 5Ks to Renaissance jousts, here are 19 can’t-miss picks for May 15–17, 2026.
Weekend Festival Roundup: May 8-10, 2026
This spring weekend brings everything from goat yoga and Renaissance jousts to unlimited craft-tasting and downtown chocolate hunts. Highlights include the Southern Indiana Renaissance Faire, Columbus on Tap, and family-friendly art and farmers markets across the state—perfect for Mother's Day shopping and outings.
Make a Day of It: Ship‑Chic Craft & Vintage Show in Shipshewana (Mar 21, 2026)
This weekend, head to Shipshewana for the Ship‑Chic Craft & Vintage Show — a curated pop‑up market with 100+ vendors, boutique finds, homemade treats, and the quiet charm of Indiana's Amish country. Make a day trip out of it: shop, eat, and wander the picturesque town.
Get Ready for a Flavorful and Festive Weekend: March 13-15, 2026
Explore a weekend full of culinary delights, vibrant celebrations, and unique crafts across Indiana, from the St. Patrick's festivities in Ireland to the maple syrup celebrations in New Carlisle!
March Weekend Adventure: Flavor Fest, Maple Magic, Quilts & Expo Delights
Hit the road this March 6-8 for a feast of flavors, local crafts, vintage quilts, and bustling business buzz across Indiana. From Hendricks County’s foodie extravaganza to Parke County’s sweet Maple Fair, plus Bloomington’s quilt show and Brookville’s business expo — your weekend is packed with adventures.
Indiana Weekend Roundup: Sandhill Cranes, Maple Syrup & Three Big Shows — Feb 27–Mar 1, 2026
Plan your Indiana weekend adventure: witness migrating Sandhill Cranes, stack pancakes dripping with Parke County maple, taste Hendricks County indie culinary scene, and roam acres of boats, bikes, and hunting gear at the State Fairgrounds.
Holiday Weekend Roundup: Where to Celebrate in Indiana Dec. 5–7, 2025
A quick guide to the best holiday festivals across Indiana the weekend of December 5–7, 2025 — from candlelit mansion tours and Christkindlmarkts to small‑town craft markets, parades, and family activities.
Weekend Holiday Roundup: Bridgeton, Monrovia, Corydon and Martinsville Light Up the Season
This weekend brings small‑town holiday magic across Indiana — Bridgeton’s Country Christmas opens its two‑weekend run, while Monrovia, Corydon and Martinsville host tree lightings, markets and parades full of family fun.
Weekend Roundup: Corydon Extravaganza and Downtown Peru Christmas Open House Promise Big Holiday Vibes on Nov. 22
Two lively, family-friendly events — the Corydon Extravaganza and Downtown Peru Christmas Open House — invite Hoosiers to a day of vintage shopping, live music, holiday parades, and seasonal fun on Saturday, November 22.