These Sensational Annual Events will Keep You Coming Back!
Some of the best times to visit our communities is during one of our amazing festivals and special events. Whether you are planning your trip specifically to attend one of our events or are checking to see what's going on while you're here, you'll LOVE celebrating with us in Huntington County!
Eagle Watch at Salamonie Lake (DNR) is something to see each February! During Jan/Feb of each year, eagles migrate to open water as a food source. The Upper Wabash Interpretive Services take you on a caravan to the best places for scouting eagles. Multi-day event and registration required.
Huntington Heritage Days is held in mid-June of every year and celebrates the history and culture of the City of Huntington. Enjoy the carnival, car shows, hot air balloon events and plenty of community events and fun.
JeFFFest is always held the last day of Huntington Heritage Days and the three F's stand for "FUN FOOD, FINE ART, and FAB MUSIC!" Enjoy live entertainment while bidding on artwork created by locals of all ages and skill. Purchase tickets to sample food from area businesses and organizations.
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Salamonie Summer Festival in Warren has been amping up the Fourth of July Weekend for over 50 years and we gotta tell you, this "Small Town with a Big Heart" knows how to party! Parades, concerts, antique tractor/engine show, food, games, water ball, flea market, tractor pull, bingo and some of the best fireworks around.
Our kids work hard to prepare every year for the Huntington County 4-H Fair. Held in August, the fair is a must-do. Come out to see the livestock, projects and don't leave without sampling some of that delicious fair food (tip: try the milkshakes)!
Huntington County 4-H Fair
Car lovers flock to Rolling into Roanoke, a one day car show held in late July each year. Classic and collector cars line the streets and the park of this small town with a featured car selected each year. Live music, vendors, shopping, food and plenty of activities make this car show a sell-out and an area favorite.
Splash on the Wabash is held in Huntington each year at the Forks of the Wabash Historic Park. Hundreds of participants take a 90 minute lazy river inner tube ride down the scenic Wabash River. Great fun for anyone aged 8+.
Splash on the Wabash
Fall can't come soon enough each year as we wait for the annual Roanoke Fall Festival. This multi-day festival is Huntington County's oldest running event, nearly 70 years! Parades, fair food, rides, games, activities, live music, demolition derby and tractor pull make this an action-packed weekend each September.
The Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival, held the third weekend each September, allows attendees to travel back in time with re-enactments, encampments, vendors, hand-crafted items, foods, entertainment, antique engines, antiques and more! Did we mention the food?
Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival
A Renaissance in Roanoke Juried Show and Handcraft Marketplace is a one-day event every October with a juried art show, the Plein Air Paint Out competition, a juried Handcrafted Marketplace, children’s Plein Air competition, Fall Farmers’ Market and live entertainment. It's all held downtown where you can enjoy Roanoke's many charming shops, galleries and restaurants!
Check our Events Calendar for this year's dates for your favorite festivals! We'll see you there!
A Renaissance in Roanoke
Download pdf file with Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt clues and you are ready to play! Find the 13 Easter shapes hidden around the downtown area businesses. Participants will get a choice of a fun Easter goodie just for playing! Correctly filled out forms will be entered into a drawing for prizes donated by the businesses.
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Huntington University Theatre Company will be performing this popular musical based on the MGM film and includes the best-loved songs such as "The Trolley Song," "The Boy Next Door," and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
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Kids can hunt for 2,500 eggs. Find a GOLDEN EGG for a special prize!!
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Bring your little ones with their baskets to the Bunny Trunk Hop to collect eggs and candy from decorated cars down at the Court House.
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Enjoy a day of shopping and bargains at participating locations in downtown Huntington, IN.
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On Saturday, April 8, the Parkview Huntington Family YMCA is holding its annual Underwater Easter Egg Hunt in the YMCA pool. Pre-registration is required.
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Bach in the Barn, performed by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, is an intimate listening experience in a countryside setting. Audiences will be seated at candlelit tables, with wine and desserts included in the ticket price.
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The Orphan Train, a live play at the Pulse Opera House that tells the stories of several orphaned children riding a train in 1914 from New York City to the Midwest in search of homes. Performances: April 21, 22, 23; 28, 29 30; May 5, 6, 7.
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The Orphan Train, a live play at the Pulse Opera House that tells the stories of several orphaned children riding a train in 1914 from New York City to the Midwest in search of homes. Performances: April 21, 22, 23; 28, 29 30; May 5, 6, 7.
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The Orphan Train, a live play at the Pulse Opera House that tells the stories of several orphaned children riding a train in 1914 from New York City to the Midwest in search of homes. Performances: April 21, 22, 23; 28, 29 30; May 5, 6, 7.
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Meet elk and bison and enjoy an afternoon of free activities at LC Nature Park's free Trillium Fest 2023.
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Springtime in the Village of Roanoke, Indiana, Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check out the town-wide garage sales and downtown sidewalk sales followed by a hog roast.
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Come and celebrate Mother’s Day weekend by participating in a 3k walk/fun run.
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Registration 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy live music by HeartStone Crossing Band from 2 to 5 p.m. Food Trucks, door prizes, 50/50 drawing. Awards at 5 p.m.
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You won't want to miss this collaboration between the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma and Roanoke Historical Museum at Roanoke Elementary School. Learn about Kilsoquah and Miami history and see demonstrations on Bead and Ribbon work, Miami language, children's games and much more!
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Take a journey back to the mid-60s with music from the British Invasion and America's response.
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Don't miss the inaugural Markle Downhill Frenzy! Trophies! Prizes! Hog Roast!
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Annual tasting event features the products of many great Indiana wineries, Artisan Distilleries, and U.S breweries. Hosted by HARTA at the Huntington County Fairgrounds. Tickets available online now.
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Grab your lawn chair and bring the family out to the very first Markle Summer Sounds Free Concert featuring "Night to Remember" band from Fort Wayne, IN.
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Save the date for the Markle Area Chamber of Commerce Car Show, Sunday, June 11, 8 a.m. to 12 registration. 12 to 3 p.m. judging followed by awards.
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This fun family festival takes place in Warren, Indiana's local parks and Knight Bergman Center. It offers free concerts, a parade, Flea Market, games, contests, sporting events, kids activities, fireworks and more!
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Attaboy will be performing immediately after the Salamonie Summer Festival Parade. Come out to Riverside Park to hear this Billboard-charting Pop-Rock Band!
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Performing the best of the Oldies, the Bulldogs will take you back to the days of the Drive-In and Sock Hop via 50's and 60's Rock 'n Roll.
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Free summer concert featuring Rylie Lynn Band. Rylie Lynn is a 24-year-old singer - songwriter, Nashville recording artist who's debut EP charted for two weeks on iTunes (New Country Music).
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Rolling into Roanoke is a premier car show in historic downtown Roanoke and Roanoke Park, July 22, 2023.
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Splash on the Wabash is where you, your family and friends float in river tubes lazy-river style down the Wabash River. Bring your own river tube and life jacket or pre-register on line for one of our rentals. Supplies limited!
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Sweetwater All Stars band playing classic Rhythm and Blues from Motown, Stax, Chess and Atlantic artists.
Event DetailsGrab your lawn chair and bring the family out to the Markle Summer Sounds Concert featuring "The Y's Guys" band playing rock hits from the 80's - 00's.
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Music in the City presents the Bulldogs and the Corvette Car Show, downtown Huntington, IN
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Whoa Man! Celebrating the iconic Women of Rock with a 3 hour show. This group will perform music from Janis Joplin, Heart, Stevie Nicks, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar and more!
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Family-friendly fun for everyone! This events offers concerts, kids' games and activities, parades, demo derby, NTPA tractor pull, contests, antique tractors, pageants and more.
Event DetailsMusic in the City presents the Steele Rail Band, downtown Huntington, IN
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Save the date for an afternoon of fun at the Huntington Indiana Chalk Walk Festival, September 16, 2023 at the Huntington Court House Square from noon to 5 p.m. Free to attend!
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Come out for the last Final Friday free concert in the series featuring Cook & Belle playing 60’s & 70’s country music.
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A Renaissance in Roanoke is an outdoor juried art fair and handmade market featuring local and regional artists offering original artwork and handmade crafts, a Plein Air paint out competition, children’s activities, demonstrations, entertainment, and more! No admission charge.
Event DetailsChristmas in the City of Huntington, IN, November 25, 2023.
Event DetailsMark your calendar! Christmas in the Village of Roanoke, IN, December 1 & 2, 2023.
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