58th Annual Salamonie Summer Festival

The 58th Annual Salamonie Summer Festival will take place in Warren, Indiana, from July 4 to July 6, 2025, featuring free concerts, a parade, fireworks, antique tractors and engines, games, contests, sporting events, kids' activities, and a food alley. The event is held in local parks and at the Knight Bergman Center, with facilities that are handicapped accessible.

The festival has a family-friendly vibe with a mix of traditional small-town summer festival activities and live entertainment. It is known for its vibrant community atmosphere, combining music, arts, and various fun events for all ages. The festival usually draws locals and visitors alike, creating a lively and engaging environment.

The typical activities and highlights include:

• Parade: A festive parade kicking off the celebration, usually held on the first day.
• Concerts: Free live concerts featuring local and regional bands in Riverside Park and possibly other venues.
• Fireworks: A fireworks show at dusk on the final night, often at Tower Park.
• Antique Tractors and Engines: Display and show of antique farm machinery, a notable attraction for enthusiasts.
• Car, Truck, and Bike Show: Exhibitions of various vehicles, adding an element of classic and custom automobile culture.
• Kids’ Activities: Games, contests, and special events geared towards children, including a Touch-A-Truck event.
• Sporting Events: Contests and games such as tractor pulls and other sporting competitions.
• Flea Market and Vendor Booths: Offering crafts, food, and other vendor items on the streets.
• Repurposed Project Art Show: An art-focused element showcasing creative crafts.

Rough schedule based on previous years and local event patterns:

• July 4 (Friday): Festival opening, parade in the evening followed by a concert at Riverside Park.
• July 5 (Saturday): Daytime car, truck, and bike show; continued games, contests, kids’ activities; evening concert(s) and food vendors.
• July 6 (Sunday): Sporting events, kids’ activities, and the festival concludes with fireworks at Tower Park at dusk.

History-wise, the Salamonie Summer Festival has been a longstanding tradition in Warren, celebrating community spirit, local culture, and summertime fun. It has evolved over nearly six decades to include a blend of music, family activities, and unique attractions like antique machinery shows, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the area.

The event is managed and promoted by the Warren Area Chamber of Commerce and the Salamonie Summer Festival Committee, with active community involvement supporting its yearly success.

For up-to-date details, schedules, and any last-minute changes, the official Warren Indiana website and the festival’s Facebook page are good resources.

Contact for more information: (800) 356-4440.