May 30 - September 15 The Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail joins quilting, gardening, and art into a one-of-a-kind event featuring more than a million vibrant blooms, gigantic gardens, and hand-painted, super-sized murals. This colorful patchwork of quilt-inspired gardens and hand-painted…
It’s OK to show off a little bit. Whether you’ve lived in Elkhart County for years, or you’re newer to the area, entertaining your friends and family around town is a snap. With exciting outdoors experiences, unique shopping finds, and dining options of every kind, here are some of our favorite…
There’s so much for kids to do around Elkhart County that the kids may not even notice they haven’t picked up their phone in a while. You can’t go wrong with these picks for spring time fun! Epic Art Adventures It's always a great time to get outdoors and enjoy all of the beautiful art throughout…
As the weather starts to get warmer...there are plenty of fun, creative events for us to enjoy in the close-knit communities along Elkhart County’s Heritage Trail. Be sure to attend the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival It’s a rite of spring for Wakarusa to open up the season by welcoming people to…
In a cone, a la mode, with whipped cream on top, or just in a plain old dish - we just want our ice cream! (Check hours before you go. Some locations may be seasonal) The Chief Ice Cream 502 W. Lincoln Ave., Goshen You could argue with Thrillist’s list of the 31 best ice cream shops in America, but…
There’s so much for kids to do around Elkhart County that the kids may not even notice they haven’t picked up their phone in a while. You can’t go wrong with these picks for year-round) fun: 1) Start with sugar Load up on jellybeans, candy bars, lollipops and more at Wakarusa Dime Store or marvel as…
Skip the dinner table. Everyone knows food tastes better in the great outdoors. Here are some of our favorite places to unpack the picnic basket. Lunch on the river Where else can you be surrounded by natural beauty and a thriving urban center? It’s here at Island Park, where the Elkhart River…
Elkhart County 4-H Fair: July 21 - 29, 2023 Visit 4HFair.org for schedule and admission info. It’s nine glorious days of everything from Midway rides to a rodeo to carnival games. Sprinkle in amazing concerts, farm animals and 4-H exhibits and you have a perfect summer day. The Elkhart County 4-H…
Fun doesn’t have to come with dollar signs attached. The Heritage Trail Driving Tour is proof of that! Fill your day with adventure and your camera roll with memorable snaps, all without spending a dime. Inside the cabinet They were once all the rage, but now you can peer into the history of the…
Quilt Gardens Marvel at colorful, quilt-inspired, super-sized gardens - each in a different pattern - plus enjoy hand-painted quilt-themed murals on the self-guided Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail. It’s FREE May 30 - September 15. Maps are available at each Quilt Garden location…