Old Fashion Days

The 37th Annual Old Fashion Day in Terre Haute is a family-friendly, nostalgic festival featuring old-fashioned fun such as live music at the gazebo, hayrides through Collett Park, a car show, and a craft vendor market. The event runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on September 14, 2025, located at Collett Park in Vigo County, West region, Terre Haute. It includes traditional activities like face painting, puppet shows, and hands-on pottery, alongside food offerings like a large pot of ham and beans cooked over an open fire, with free parking and handicapped accessibility. The atmosphere is a community-focused, pleasant park setting with historic charm and relaxed entertainment.

Key activities at the event include:

• Live music performances at the gazebo
• Hayrides through the scenic Collett Park
• A car show showcasing vintage and classic cars
• Craft vendors selling handmade goods and snacks
• Face painting and puppet shows for children
• Hands-on pottery and other interactive craft activities
• Serving of ham & beans cooked over an open fire

The rough schedule of events (all at Collett Park, 7th and Maple Avenue) runs continuously between noon and 5 pm, allowing visitors to move freely between attractions:

• 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Craft vendors & car show open
• Music performances spread throughout the afternoon at the gazebo
• Hayrides available intermittently during the event hours
• Puppet shows and face painting available mostly in the earlier afternoon
• Food service (ham & beans) available for tasting during the whole event

Old Fashion Day is a tradition celebrating the charm and lifestyle of earlier times through crafts, music, food, and community engagement. Now entering its 37th year, the event has grown into a beloved annual celebration held in beautiful Collett Park, warmly reflecting the heritage and family spirit of Terre Haute. It is an inclusive event welcoming people of all ages to enjoy simple pleasures from days gone by.