Your guide to experiencing Elkhart ArtWalk in downtown Elkhart, Indiana Elkhart ArtWalk is a free, self-guided, public event in Downtown Elkhart on the LAST THURSDAY of the month from May to October. Join us from 5-8pm on Civic Plaza, Central Park Green, and throughout downtown for a special…
Are you ready for loads of fun and unforgettable experiences? The Elkhart County Area Guide is your source for info! 75 pages of great information about the best places to dine, see a fantastic concert or play, or buy the one-of-a-kind handmade items that our area is known for. Check it out and…
Whether you knit, crochet, sew or quilt (or all four), these four shops will leave you swooning. Yoder Department Store Yoder Department Store has the largest selection of fabrics in the region, so chances are that pattern you’ve been looking for is probably here. There’s even more nearby, with I…
Your guide to experiencing Goshen First Fridays in Downtown Goshen, Indiana Since 2007, downtown Goshen has been widely known for its renowned First Fridays festivals. Experience a themed celebration each month as the downtown is filled with live performances, shopping and dining specials, and…
The Christmas holidays come gift-wrapped many ways in Elkhart County. If you love the lights, we’ve got that covered. Want great shopping with unique, hand-crafted gifts that you can’t find anywhere else? Check. Perhaps a great show with music and carols that will really get you in the Christmas…
With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect season (or excuse) to get out and shop till you drop. Break out of the big box and discover one-of-a-kind gifts and goodies galore in the unique shops along the Heritage Trail in Elkhart County. Find the perfect gift for someone special (or…
Amish Hand Crafted Amish Country. Two words that conjure up images of a community preserved in a simpler time. However, the people of Elkhart County’s Amish community are far from simple. They are a complex, fascinating part of the area’s tapestry. Yes, when you roll into town you’ll likely pass a…
Great Stores. Great Choices. All from the comfort of home. Looking for unique gifts? Here are just a few places locals love with online stores offering great gifts for your loved ones: Goertzen Pottery, Olympia Candy Kitchen, Jules Boutique, Das Dutchman Essenhaus, The Soapy Gnome, The Craftsman’s…
Discover Elkhart County’s local culture and people as you meet the makers along the Heritage Trail. Meet the artists, discover their fascinating history, watch them craft their products, then you can take them home. Check out a few top spots to buy where it’s made. It’s always Well Crafted in…
The heart and soul of Elkhart County is its namesake city, Elkhart. From a historic theater to restaurants serving up traditional Midwest dishes and other tasty cuisines to outdoor spaces designed to bring out the adventurer in you, Elkhart is a cultural cornerstone with a vibrant, diverse and…