September – October Calendar Highlights
From end-of-summer soirées to fun family events, community groups, and exciting concerts, there are still plenty of highlights in-store for Elkhart County residents before the cold weather is here!
It’s the perfect time to take advantage of ALL remaining opportunities for fun and festivity in Elkhart County, and—thanks to the Elkhart County Convention & Visitors Bureau—you can find all the information you need in one convenient location with the 2025 ECCVB Event Calendar. The calendar is full of great information and is all you need to plan exciting activities and outings in Elkhart County with your friends and family!
Put yourself squarely on the Elkhart County community’s radar by posting your fall events, gatherings, activities, clubs, concerts, and in-store business promotions on the Event Calendar using the ‘Submit Your Event’ button on the calendar page.
Enjoy some of the highlights below!
Celebrate Labor Day in Elkhart!
Celebrate with community at Elkhart’s annual Labor Day Parade, Sept. 7 in downtown Elkhart. Starting at 11 a.m., the parade features local organizations, businesses, schools, community groups, bands, and more. Bring your crew, grab a spot, and enjoy!
See the Quilt Gardens while you can!
Experience the Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail, a one-of-a-kind display of hand-painted Quilt Murals and more than one million vibrant blooms. The Quilt Gardens are free, but only run through Sept. 15! See this dazzling exhibit while you still can!
Food, fun, music, and CORNDOGS in Bristol
On Sept. 12, enjoy a day of music, contests, local artisans and craftspeople, vintage games, and CORNDOGS at the Bristol Corndog Festival in Congdon Park. Musical guests include the Midwest String Collective and headliner, The Whistle Pigs.
a day of fun on the greens!
The Middlebury Firefighters Golf Outing, hosted by the International Association of Fire Fighters – L4843, is Sept. 12 at Meadow Valley Golf Club. Join in for a fun day on the greens and to help out in supporting some of the brave firefighters of Elkhart County!
take a ride on the pumpkinvine nature trail!
The 25th annual Pumpkinvine Classic, Sept. 12, is a scenic bike ride through Northern Indiana in which families, casual cruisers, and serious cyclists can experience the Pumkinvine Nature Trail. The Classic begins at 8 a.m. in Middlebury.
arts on the millrace returns!
The 13th Annual Arts on the Millrace event, Sept. 12 in Goshen, is a juried event featuring local artists and musicians. Art, music, food, and drinks make this the perfect day to celebrate the region’s art, while kid-friendly activities make this perfect for the whole family.
the apple of your eye!
The Nappanee Apple Festival, Sept. 17 – 20, is one of the most beloved community festivals in our area, featuring a parade, rides, vendors, entertainment and activities, apple-themed treats, outdoor markets, and Indiana’s largest baked apple pie!
cruise on in!
Through Sept. 24, the one-and-only Essenhaus Cruise-In presents hundreds of classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles, and collectors in Middlebury for car watching, live music, great food, and family-friendly entertainment!
the magic of michiana pottery
The Michiana Pottery Tour, Sept. 26-27, includes a great number of artists at multiple locations across northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan. This year’s tour features acclaimed hosts including Norah Ruth Amstutz and Dick Lehman!
football, fun, and games—all for a good cause!
Kick Off for Kids, Sept. 26, is a football-themed fundraiser supporting—and hosted by—The Post Youth Center in Goshen. Join in for food, games, and fun, and to further the center’s mission to provide opportunities and safe places for local youth.
downtown goshen comes alive for first fridays!
Downtown Goshen, Inc. presents the First Fridays Harvest Festival, Oct. 2 from 5 to 9 p.m. Downtown streets and businesses come alive with festive décor, activities, local artisans, warm seasonal drinks, entertainment, and special promotions!
