July is one of the best times to visit Elkhart County, with peak summer weather, major festivals, and long daylight hours, making it ideal for full-day adventures, outdoor fun, and event-filled weekends. Request your FREE Elkhart County Area Guide here. Top Outdoor Activities for Peak Summer…
Welcome to Elkhart County, where summer traditions, vibrant communities, and unforgettable celebrations come together for the Fourth of July. From lively downtown gatherings to classic small-town parades, this is the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends. Fireworks in…
June is one of the best times to visit Elkhart County, with warm weather, longer daylight hours, and a full lineup of outdoor activities and local events, perfect for kicking off your summer plans. Outdoor Activities to Start the Summer Season Walk or bike the Heritage Trail and enjoy lush…
May is one of the best times to visit Elkhart County, with spring in full bloom, outdoor attractions reopening, and seasonal events beginning to ramp up, making it perfect for early warm-weather getaways. Outdoor Activities to Kick Off Spring Explore the Heritage Trail as trees bloom and landscapes…
Best Things to Do in Elkhart County in Summer Summer is one of the most exciting times to visit Elkhart County, with warm weather, full event calendars, and long daylight hours, perfect for full-day adventures and weekend getaways. Top Outdoor Activities for Peak Summer Drive the Heritage Trail…
Memorial Day weekend is here to deliver the fun. Here are great ways to enjoy the time off: Parades and Festivities The communities of Elkhart County host parades around and on Memorial Day weekend. Be sure to check our Events Calendar for dates, times, and locations. Elkhart Memorial Day Parade…
Welcome to Elkhart County, where music, culture, and community come together in unforgettable ways. Each summer, downtown Elkhart transforms into a vibrant stage for one of the region’s most beloved traditions: the Elkhart Jazz Festival. June 18 - 21, 2026 Click Here to Purchase Tickets Elkhart…
The Thanksgiving holiday approaches, and Christmas and wintertime fun follows soon after. Find fun activities, festivals and things to do with your family and friends that are also kid-friendly…
The autumn leaves have changed and nights are getting cooler. It’s fall and that means time for family and friends to gather for fun festivals, outdoor activities, and great food and drink throughout Elkhart County…
September 17 - 20, 2026 The Nappanee Apple Festival is home to Indiana's largest 7-foot baked apple pie and comes out of the oven just in time to kick off the festival! We were even chosen as #1 in the State of Indiana in the Top Ten Fall Festival Signature Food Items for our 7-foot apple pie in…