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NOV 18

Enjoy Down Time After the Holidays at this Northern Indiana Ice Festival

By Carrie Steinweg
I always love the time between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. All the hustle and bustle of Christmas has died down. And this northern Indiana ice festival is our family’s new late December tradition. We’re not a family that jets... Read more
JUL 9

You Won't Believe All There is To Do in Downtown Fort Wayne

By Jessa Campbell
Welcome to downtown Fort Wayne, where you can take a seat at one of the best minor league ballparks, take a culinary adventure, and celebrate with festivals almost every weekend in the summer. Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in... Read more
NOV 5

5 Magical Holiday Experiences You Won't Want to Miss in Fort Wayne

By Jessa Campbell
‘Tis the season for family fun! Take time to enjoy the holidays together in Fort Wayne, Indiana! Fort Wayne kicks off the holiday seasons with Night of Lights on November 21. The Night of Lights is a Fort Wayne tradition... Read more
JUL 17

These 4 Northeast Indiana Car Museums Draw Visitors From Around the World

By Tina Bobilya
Car lovers come from all over the world to pilgrimage to Auburn, the “Home of the Classics,” in Northeast Indiana. This well-known gearhead city has deep roots in the automobile industry as the original home of the Auburn Automobile Company... Read more
MAY 23

The 10 Summer Festivals You Won't Want to Miss in Fort Wayne

By Jessa Campbell
Fort Wayne, Indiana is home to festivals almost every weekend in the summer! From unique ethnic festivals to art celebrations and food festivals, there is a weekend for everyone to enjoy. Plus, almost all of the summer festivals happen in... Read more
SEP 19

Which Fall Festival is Indiana's Best? Cast Your Vote!

By Visit Indiana
In Indiana, the autumn season is synonymous with Fall Festivals. But which fall festival is the best in the Hoosier State? We are looking to name Indiana’s very best and we need your help! Vote for the Best of Indiana!... Read more
JUL 19

Reroute Your Road Trip Through This Historic Small Town

By Chris Flook
Redkey, Indiana sits nestled at the crossroads of Highway 1 and Indiana State Road 67 in Jay County. This small town of about 1,300 is currently in the process of revitalization and is, in the view of this author, a... Read more
JUL 6

These Two Festivals Are a Must for Summer Fun

By Visit Indiana
August is festival time along the Ohio River in Madison and Vevay. These two river towns play host to amazing festivals in August, which feature great food, music and summer fun. Start with Madison Ribberfest BBQ & Blues, August 18... Read more
JUN 21

Two Huge Events, One Exciting Hendricks County Weekend

By Josh Duke
If you wanted an insider’s take on the best weekend of the year to visit Hendricks County, I would tell you it may not get any better than July 8 & 9. Whether you like the sound of drumbeats while watching... Read more
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