Events
SPRING
March 1-2, 2008
Sugarbush Festival and Breakfast (Evansville)
Enjoy a wonderful pancake breakfast served with real maple syrup. Also included is a tour of the process of tapping maple trees, collecting sap and boiling it down into maple syrup. Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, 551 N. Boeke Rd.
March 3-4, 2008
March Gladness (Starlight)
Come and be a part of the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail’s “March Gladness” in Starlight - complimentary wine tasting and listen to music of Dennis Hill from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Huber Orchard & Winery, 19816 Huber Road
March 31-April 29, 2008
26th Annual Herb Fest (Newburgh)
Herbal Symposium, Lectures, Slide Programs, Mini-Workshops, Demonstrations during 5 festival weekends! $1.00 per class, tickets required. 9:00am – Saturdays, 224 West Jennings.
February 15-17, 2008
Chocolate Lovers Weekend (Corydon)
Drive the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail and indulge yourself with fine wines and fine chocolates. This free event, from noon to 6:00p.m., showcases that all eight Indiana Uplands Wine Trail members enjoy the wine business for one reason – the love of chocolate and wine. Turtle Run Winery, 940 St. Peters Church Rd. NE
May 17-18, 2008
3rd Annual Historic Newburgh Wine & Art Festival (Newburgh)
Gospel Swing & Jazz, Wine Presentations, Local Indiana Wine and Vintners Only. Old Lock & Dam Park. Saturday, 11:00am - 6:00pm, Sunday, Noon - 5:00pm. Entry Fee $5.00 per person.
First Sunday, May through October
Tri-State Antique Market (Lawrenceburg)
Indiana ’s largest antiques and vintage-only market with over 250 dealers. First Sunday of each month, May through October, at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds. Indoors and outdoors, rain or shine. Admission charged. 7am-3pm.
Second & Third Weekends in May
Madison in Bloom Spring Garden Tour (Madison)
Tour private gardens filled with spring blossoms and color in one of Indiana’s most scenic historic districts. Admission charged. Sat. 10 am.-4 pm. Sunday 12 pm.-4 pm.
Third Weekend in May
Ohio River Valley Folk Festival (Madison)
Celebration with traditional folk music and storytelling along the riverfront. Top folk artists featuring American, Celtic, French, and English tunes. Admission charged. Fri 5:30-10:30pm, Sat.Noon-10:30pm.
SUMMER
June 7- 8, 2008
Clarksville Heritage Festival (Clarksville)
An early 1800’s reenactment at the George Rogers Clark Home Site of the Falls of the Ohio State Park on Harrison Avenue commemorating George Rogers Clark’s life. There are activities for everyone to enjoy, including historic games and music, as well as demonstrations by period craftsmen. Sponsored by the Clarksville Historical Society. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m.
Thursdays, mid-June through mid-September
Music on the River (Lawrenceburg)
High & Walnut Streets. This free outdoor concert series highlights talented performers and showcases a variety of musical styles, plus car show by Indiana Gassers. Food and beverages available. Bring your own lawn chairs. 7-9pm. Lawrenceburg Main Street Association, 812-537-4507 or Imsa@one.net.
July 4th Weekend
Annual Aurora Firecracker Festival (Aurora)
Family entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. Food, crafts, games, entertainment, fireworks, boat parade. Lesko Park. Call Mike Peters, 812-926-2909.
July 4th Weekend
Madison Regatta (Madison)
The Indy 500 of boat racing with the fastest boats in contest, and food booths along the Ohio River. Admission charge.
August 4-10, 2008
Schweizerfest (Tell City)
Sesquicentennial Celebration! Schweizer Fest has become a well-known, community-wide celebration, offering free entertainment and activities for people of all ages. It is now one of Indiana’s longest running community festivals.
Third Weekend in August
Madison RibberFest (Madison)
KCBS sanctioned Indiana state BBQ Cook-off. Blues music, hot air balloon races, and kid’s area. Fun for the whole family. Admission charge. Fri 5-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm.
Third Weekend in August
“A Roar of Thunder” Riverboat Regatta (Aurora)
Enjoy the 9th year of tunnel boat racing on the Ohio River. Aurora is on the Powerboat Superleague points circuit. Air show and other entertainment. Saturday-Sunday. Lesko Park.
August 21-21, 2008
Swiss Wine Festival (Vevay)
From area wines, twirling batons to culinary delights sizzling on grills, the Swiss Wine Festival each year celebrates, as well as salutes, the cultural heritage of Switzerland County, Indiana.
July 28, 2008
Leavenworth Riverfest (Old Town Leavenworth)
Activities include a car show, chicken barbecue, food booths, demonstrations including apple butter making, quilting, painting, loom work, and woodworking, special chain saw carving demonstrations by Bear Hollow of St. Croix, clown demonstrations for the kids, Lucas Oil stockcar, and live music by Otis Berry as Elvis, Clayton and Friends and Rock with Rhonda’s Karaoke. Festival activities 11:00 am EDT to 7:00 pm, Entertainment until 11:00 pm EDT, Fireworks at dark. 812-739-4050
Fourth Saturday in August
Aurora to Rising Sun River Run (Aurora)
This event begins in Lesko Park, Aurora. This is the 6th year to enjoy this safe and leisurely 8 mile river trip with your canoe or kayak down the beautiful Ohio River. The trip starts at Lesko Park in Aurora, Indiana and goes to Rising Sun, Indiana. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Ohio River and its shoreline. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Lunch and transportation back to Aurora is provided with your registration fee.
FALL
Fourth week in September
Fall Fest (Lawrenceburg)
Big name entertainment, rides, large fireworks display, and contests. Wednesday-Thrusday. For more information call 812-539-3113.
September 26-28, 2008
28th Annual Fiddler Fest & Artisan Street Fair (Newburgh)
Fiddler Dinners, Festival Foods, Games & Entertainment
September 26-28, 2008
Native American Days (Evansville)
The largest annual event at Angel Mounds, “Native American Days” includes a traditional ceremonial dance circle. Audience members are encouraged to join the procession during several “social” dances. Craftsmen and women from all over the country will demonstrate unique trades and sell their work at the popular Indian Market. Admission charged.
Last Weekend in September
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art (Madison)
Enjoy Southern Indiana ’s premier outdoor juried fine arts and crafts show in the historic district. Entertainment, food, and kid’s tent. No admission charge. 10am-5pm
First Weekend in October
Aurora Farmers Fair (Aurora)
Downtown streets of Aurora. Wed & Thurs 5-11pm, Fri 12noon-11pm, Sat 10am-11pm. One of Indiana’s oldest festivals. – celebrating 100 years of family fun. Featuring free stage shows, huge street parade Saturday morning, rides, games, food booths and exhibit building.
October 4, 2008
Sleepy Hollow Celebration (Vevay)
Celebrate the beauty of Fall in Switzerland County where the scenery is breathtaking, Enjoy the Farmers Market, Arts & Crafts demonstrations and classes, Log Home Tour, and much more.
October 6 – 14, 2008
Harvest Homecoming (New Albany)
One of the largest festivals in Indiana features a parade (12:00p.m. Saturday), hot air balloon race, dog show, bingo, juried arts and crafts (Oct 12-15), children’s activities, flea market, carnival rides, food and music.
Second Weekend in October
Annual Navy Bean Fall Festival (Rising Sun)
Second Weekend in October (Even Years Only)
Tri Kappa Tour of Homes (Madison)
Tour eight private historic homes during peak fall foliage season. 10am-6pm Fri & Sat, 12pm-5pm Sun.
October 18-19 & 25-26
Historic Newburgh Ghost Walks (Newburgh)
Guided Walking Tours of Downtown Historic District with the Telling of “Strange” Tales of the Town’s Past. Two Tours: (1)State Street: Newburgh History and Civil War Tales, thrills and bedlam, and (2) Water Street: Mining and river lore, mayhem and mystery and the Underground Railroad. 6:00 - 8:30pm. Tours Start Every 15 Minutes at Newburgh Presentation Hall. $6.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Children (ages 4-12)
Third Saturday of October
Sorghum Festival (Leavenworth)
This annual fall event showcases the outstanding work of our local artists and craftsmen. Live demonstrations, food booths, and lots of entertainment are also included. And don’t forget our delicious homemade sorghum. It can’t be bought in any store! Fun for the entire family! 812-739-4254
October 25 - 26, 2008
Lewis and Clark Festival (Clarksville)
Reenactment of meeting, recruitment, enlistments, and departure of Lewis and Clark Expedition from Clarksville. 1803 period demonstrations and food. Many of the re-enactors will be representatives from Discovery Expedition of St. Charles; Friday - Student Day - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m. No adm. chg. George Rogers Clark Homesite and Lewis and Clark Park, Harrison Avenue
November 23, 2008
23rd Annual Light Up Corydon (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon will “Light Up” the square on Saturday, November 24. The celebration begins at noon with the downtown merchant’s open house and free carriage rides. Enjoy music and entertainment all day, leading up to Santa’s arrival and Light Up.
WINTER
Mid-November through December
Hillforest Museum “A Victorian Christmas” Exhibit (Aurora)
213 Fifth St. Visit Hillforest as it is all decked out for the holidays in Victorian fashion. 1-5pm Tuesday – Sunday. Admission Charged.
Last Weekend in November & First Weekend in December
Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes (Madison)
Candlelight tour of private and public homes decorated for the holiday season. Admission charge. Fri-Sat, 5-9pm, Sun 4-7pm.
December 5-7
Christmas in Olde Newburgh (Newburgh)
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Christmas caroling, house tours, merchant open houses, Santa’s arrival, Castle Knight Sensations, lighting town Christmas tree.
December 6, 2008
Over the River and Through the Woods (Vevay)
The first Saturday in December Carolers, Children’s Puppet Show, Make it/Take it for the kids, Merchant specials & treats. Experience the fun of Christmas shopping in a small town.
December 13-14, 2008
Christmas in Santa Claus Festival (Santa Claus)
The best place in the Midwest to celebrate the Holidays! Start the day with a tasty pancake breakfast with Santa, check out the Christmas Craft Show, tour Santa’s Candy Castle, travel back in time at the Santa Claus. Museum and wrap up the day with a twinkling tour of the Festival of Lights in Christmas Lake Village.
December 2008
Christmas “Victorian Tea” at the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site (New Albany)
Enjoy Christmas decorations, music and tasty treats while sipping a variety of flavored teas for the upcoming holidays; $15 per person; Reservations and advance payment are required; 914 East Main Street. 812-944-9600
December 2008
Scribner House Christmas Open House and Victorian Tea (New Albany)
Historic Tours, Parlor Music, Homemade Goods, Gift Shop; 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m. State and Main Streets. Donations appreciated. Sponsored by: Piankeshaw Chapter DAR