Cultural & Heritage in Indiana
Explore cultural & heritage happening throughout Indiana. Find the best events and celebrations in this category.
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Cultural & Heritage
Levi Coffin Days
58th Annual festival celebrating our history through community with live bands, tours of the historic site and many unique vendors.
Bridgeton Rendezvous
Visit with 18th century reenactors, learn how your ancestors lived. Tour period camps, the 1822 Case Log Cabin, Bridgeton Mill. Trade fair, black powd...
Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival
Mid-1800s encampment, military drills, mounted shooters, pioneer village, kids’ games, melodrama, entertainment, farmers’ market, antiques, crafts and...
Columbus Ethnic Expo
Ethnic Expo is a weekend of events celebrating the cultures of the people who call Columbus home. Live performances, food booths, beer garden, interna...
Tree City Fall Festival
See the historic tree on the courthouse tower. This annual event celebrates local history and promotes cultural awareness with music, arts and educati...
Judah Heritage Festival
A variety of live music, Marketplace, a mix of food vendors, large cruise-in, parade on Saturday at 4pm, kids' rides and games. Small parking charge....
Historic Home Tour
You do not want to miss this opportunity to visit some of Martinsville’s nicest homes, all thanks to the generosity of the respective homeowners.
Jay County Heritage Festival
Demonstrations, reenactors, music, entertainment, exhibits, crafts, artisans, history, kids' area with old-time games, kettle-cooked food, ice cream, ...
Lanesville Heritage Weekend
Second Thu. in Sep. annually. Three days of family fun. Queen /Princess pageant. Fiddlers' log-sawing and horseshoe pitchin' contests. Antique farm eq...
Attica Heritage Days
Celebrating the birthplace of Grand Ole Opry founder George D. Hay. Arts and craft vendors, beer garden, live Bluegrass and Country music, talent show...
Stone's Trace Pioneer Festival and Fall Rendezvous
Stone's Trace is the home of Richard Stone, the second white settler in Noble County. Visit his home. Reenactments of the 1800s. Crafts, food and musi...
Cumberland Weihnachtsmarkt
The Weihnachtsmarkt (vie-noks-mart) is an annual, fun-for-all-ages event celebrating the holidays and our German heritage. Food, vendors, music, Santa...
Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games & Festival
Our 12th year! Scottish heritage festival and highland games, food, Celtic music, living history royal court, bagpipes, vendors, and children's area w...
Columbus IN Pride Festival
Join us for vendors, live music, and food trucks, then stay for a free, family-friendly drag show! It’s a day of fun and entertainment for everyone!
Heritage Day – Spring
Celebrate our 90th Anniversary by taking a stroll through the village as it comes to life with costumed interpreters, demonstrators, kids' activities,...
Germanfest
Everyone's German at Germanfest. Five days of authentic German food, beer, music and entertainment, and merchandise. Don't miss: Wienerdog Nationals, ...
Johnny Appleseed Festival
Celebrating the life and times of Johnny Appleseed! Traditional food cooked over wood or coal fires, pioneer crafts, continuous entertainment on four ...
Anderson Gaslight Festival
Celebrating our community’s history. Victorian tea, historic home tours, car show, parade, kids’ zone, vendors, pie baking contest, and more
Pumpkin Fantasyland
Pumpkins, gourds and squash are used to create well-known characters and historical events. Hayrides, mazes and refreshments. Family tradition for ove...
43rd Annual Traditional Pow wow and Indian Market
Featuring traditional Native American dancing & singing, native crafts and food vendors.
Columbus Scottish Festival
Celebrating 30 Years! The best of Scotland, right here in southern Indiana. Celtic music, car show, highland games, dancing, sheepdogs, food, beer gar...
Latino Culture Fest
Join us Friday and Saturday of Labor Day Weekend for authentic Latin American food, cultural dances and live musical performances.
Harrodsburg Heritage Days
Fish fry, parade, baby contest, food booths, Play N Hooky Pedal tractor pull, arts and crafts, free entertainment under outside pavilion. Kids games. ...
Historic Downtown Connersville Winterfest
Winter Market, Carriage Rides, Santa, Food Trucks, Winter Patio, Winter Sky, Music, Lights, and More!
Wabash Founder's Festival
Celebrates the history and amenities of the City of Wabash through family friendly activities, vendors, and a parade on Saturday at 3pm.
Fort Wayne Pride
Indiana's second largest LGBTQ Pride Festival! Includes two stages of entertainment, a vendor market with nearly 200 booths, beer tent, food, KidSpace...
Hope Heritage Days
Bartholomew County's oldest festival, featuring musical entertainment, over 125 food and vendor booths, a parade, and quintessential Hoosier Hospitali...
Indian Market & Festival
Celebrate Native American cultures through art, music, dance, demonstrations and food at this Indy summer tradition. 4 and under free. Includes museum...
Frankton Heritage Days Festival
3 days of festival fun for 50 yrs! Family-friendly atmosphere & events. Events planned to celebrate 50 years of festival fun! Free entertainment, trac...
Trail of Courage Living History Festival
French-Indiana War, Revolutionary War, Western Fur Trade encampments of pre-1840s. Foods cooked over open fires, Indian dances, programs each day on t...
St. Boniface Germanfest
Family friendly festival with authentic German food, five bands, three beer gardens, $10,000 raffle.
Heritage Day – Fall
Take a fall stroll through the village as it comes to life with costumed interpreters, demonstrators, kids' activities, museum tour, music, food and m...
Shubael Pioneer Village Heritage Weekend
Reconstructed log homes in a pioneer village setting. Blacksmith, weaving, bread oven, stone jail, country store, original schoolhouse and music. Wors...
Ethnic Expo
Celebrate diverse cultures in Columbus with international food, a marketplace, entertainment, and children's activities. Join one of the city's larges...
Sassafras Tea Festival & Civil War Living History
Civil War reenactments, mock battles, skirmishes, Blue/Grey Ball. Demonstrations in old time arts, woodcarving, spinning. Working blacksmith shop, del...
Pioneer Days
Step back in time for Fowler Park’s 52nd annual festival featuring the historic 1800s Pioneer Village and covered bridge. Enjoy a weekend full of acti...
Cultural & Heritage: A Rich Tradition of Community Celebration
About Cultural & Heritage
Indiana hosts incredible cultural & heritage throughout the year, bringing together communities to celebrate and enjoy unique experiences. These events showcase the best of what Indiana has to offer.
What to Expect
Each festival in this category offers something special, from authentic experiences to family-friendly activities. You'll find events happening throughout the year in communities across Indiana.
Cultural Heritage
These festivals celebrate Indiana's diverse community traditions and heritage. Each event offers authentic experiences that bring people together and create lasting memories.
Community Connection
Cultural & Heritage in Indiana provide opportunities for communities to come together, support local businesses, and celebrate what makes each region unique.
Planning Your Festival Visit
When planning to attend Indiana festivals, check the weather, arrive early for parking, and bring cash as many vendors prefer it. Most festivals are family-friendly and offer activities for all ages. Don't forget to check our calendar for exact dates and times!