Indiana Festivals, Craft Shows, Vendor Events, Family & Kids Festivals 2026–2027.
Sports and speedways, absolutely! But there are deeper dimensions to Indiana: green spaces, cutting-edge museums, patchwork quilts of farmland, hulking sand dunes and pristine wilderness. And, there’s always a reason to celebrate in the Hoosier State. The Mansfield Village Covered Bridge Festival, Parke County Covered Bridge Festival - Mansfield and Parke County Covered Bridge Festival are among the biggest. But, there are 470 other events celebrated from January to December in Indiana’s 92 counties. Have a look at everything Indiana’s Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows have to offer!
Wawasee Fine Arts Festival at Oakwood
May 23, 2026
chautauquawawasee.org
(574) 377-7543
Oakwood Resort - Syracuse, IN
The outdoor setting provides a family-friendly environment. Food vendors are onsite for snacks and lunch, with outside seating available. Also, the Pier and Back Porch at Oakwood offers a full menu with both indoor and outdoor lakefront dining overlooking beautiful Lake Wawasee. Children's activities and playgrounds are available. Attendance is free. Stop by the Chautauqua booth for a giveaway.
Strawberry Festival
June 12 - 14, 2026
crawfordsvillestrawberryfest.com
(765) 918-2759
Lane Place Antebellum Mansion - Crawfordsville, IN
Three days of food, crafts, children's booths, athletic events, car shows and fantastic entertainment with Friday and Saturday nights of national-level entertainment shows.
Friendship Flea Market - June
June 13 - 21, 2026
friendshipfleamarket.com
(859) 341-9188
Friendship Flea Market - Versailles, IN
Indiana's most unique flea market and antique show welcoming visitors and vendors since 1968. Almost 500 vendors sell a wide array of merchandise and specialty foods. All blacktopped roads for those baby buggies and wheelchairs. Horse-drawn trolley rides to and from town. Stay late, campfire, weekends live country music, check website for schedule. Free admission, parking $3.00. Camping and vendor space are still available.
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
September 26 - 27, 2026
madisonchautauqua.com
(800) 559-2956
Historic Neighborhood - Madison, IN
Southern Indiana's premier fine arts & crafts festival. Handmade work by exhibitors from across the United States. Activities include entertainment, a food fest, a beer/wine garden, a chalk walk, and kids area.
Bloomfield Apple Festival
October 2 - 4, 2026
bloomfieldapplefestival.org
(614) 600-4218
Town Park - Bloomfield, IN
Come experience autumn magic at one of Southern Indiana's most beloved fall festivals, known for its warm small-town charm and fun-filled variety Enjoy: 🎡Carnival rides, games, and friendly contests, including tractor pulls and wiffle ball tournaments 🍎Tasty bites and local flavors at food booths 🎶 Live music, a parade, and stage performances running all weekend long
Hoosier Fall Festival
October 17 - 18, 2026
hoosierfallfestival.com
(317) 556-5326
Johnson County Fairgrounds - Franklin, IN
We will be offering a wide range of items from local artisans. Crafts, t-shirts, florals, farmhouse decor, jewelry, photography, painted items, clothing, baked goods, jewelry, soaps, holiday decor and so much more. We will have food trucks ranging from tacos and barbecues to deserts and kettle corn. You can purchase your seasonal pumpkins and mums along with other wonderful fall merchandise. The atmosphere will abound with fall vibes and you can take your picture at one of our photo ops. Music, face painting, roaming characters, and balloons will also add to the festivities. Come join us on Saturday and Sunday, Oct.17 & 18.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Highland Bands Spring Craft & Vendor Fair
Highland Middle School, Highland, IN
Status: Updated 1/15/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Salem Maple Syrup Festival - Weekend II
LM Sugarbush, LLC, Salem, IN
Status: Updated 11/12/2025
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Antiques and Collectible Show and Sale - March
Fulton County Historic Society Grounds, Rochester, IN
Status: Updated 1/27/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring Craft Fair and Vendor Fair
Lake Central High School, Saint John, IN
Status: Updated 1/28/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Lake Central Band Boosters Spring Craft and Vendor Fair
Lake Central High School, Saint John, IN
Status: Updated 1/29/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Shipshewana on the Road - Elkhart
Northern Indiana Event Center / RV/MH Hall of Fame Museum, Elkhart, IN
Status: Updated 1/22/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Girls Day Out - Evansville Spring
Old National Events Plaza, Evansville, IN
Status: Updated 3/20/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring Artisan Market
McNaughton Pavilion, Elkhart, IN
Status: Updated 2/6/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Northrop Spring Craft Bazaar
Northrop High School, Fort Wayne, IN
Status: Updated 2/6/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Indiana Flower and Patio Show
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN
Status: Updated 11/10/2025
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring/Easter Market & Food Festival - Danville
Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds, Danville, IN
Status: Updated 2/23/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Good Journeys Expo
Hamilton County Fairgrounds, Noblesville, IN
Status: Updated 1/22/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Shipshewana on the Road / Valparaiso
Porter County Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Valparaiso, IN
Status: Updated 2/2/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Ship-Chic Craft & Vintage Show - March
Shipshewana Antiques & Miscellaneous Bldg., Shipshewana, IN
Status: Updated 1/7/2026
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring / Easter Market & Food Festival - Richmond
Wayne County Fairgrounds, Richmond, IN
Status: Updated 2/23/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring Benton Central Craft Fair
Benton Central Jr/Sr High school, Oxford, IN
Status: Updated 2/18/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Benton Central Craft Fair
Benton Central Jr/Sr High School, Oxford, IN
Status: Updated 2/27/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Shipshewana on the Road Comes to Fort Wayne
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN
Status: Updated 1/29/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Nappanee Spring Market
Claywood Event Center, Nappanee, IN
Status: Updated 4/1/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Taylor Chapel Spring Craft Bazaar
Taylor Chapel Ministries, Fort Wayne, IN
Status: Updated 3/1/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Bloomington Community Farmers Market - April
Showers Commons, Bloomington, IN
Status: Updated 3/5/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Orleans Dogwood Festival
Historic Congress Square, Orleans, IN
Status: Updated 3/27/2026
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Swap Meet - April
Shipshewana Trading Place, Shipshewana, IN
Status: Updated 9/12/2025
April 2027 (dates not updated)
Garden Gate Festival
Market Street Park, Huntingburg, IN
Status: Updated 4/1/2026
