About This Festival

The Sleepy Hollow Car / Arts & Crafts Show in Vevay, Indiana, is a one-day event on October 11, 2025 combining a classic car show along the Ohio River with an arts and crafts fair around the historic courthouse square.

Event Location and Vibe:

  • The Car Show is held at Paul Ogle Riverfront Park, right on the scenic Ohio River in downtown Vevay, offering visitors a beautiful riverfront setting to enjoy a variety of vintage and modern vehicles.
  • The Arts & Crafts Show is located around Vevay’s historic Courthouse Square, providing a charming, small-town atmosphere with local artisans displaying handmade crafts.
  • The overall vibe mixes community spirit, nostalgia for classic automobiles, and appreciation for local artistry, supported by picturesque river and historic downtown surroundings.
  • The event is fully handicapped accessible.

Activities and Schedule:

  • Car Show (Paul Ogle Riverfront Park):

    • 8:00 AM — Registration opens
    • 10:00 AM — Show and judging begin
    • 12:00 PM — Registration closes
    • 1:00 PM — Door prize announcements
    • 2:30 PM — 50/50 raffle drawing
    • 3:00 PM — Trophy presentations including categories for late model cars by decade (2000s, 2010s, 2020s), motorcycles, and Top 20 awards
    • Show runs until 4:00 PM rain or shine

  • The local Racing Performance Museum will be open during the event, displaying cars associated with racing legends like Mario Andretti and Jeff Gordon.

  • All car show registration fees are donated to the Switzerland County Food Bank through partnership with Incompass Healthcare.

  • Arts & Crafts Show (Historic Courthouse Area):

    • Local artists and crafters exhibit and sell their handmade goods
    • Visitors can browse a range of crafts in a quaint outdoor market setting near the courthouse

History and Founding:

  • Sleepy Hollow Car Show has become a popular annual autumn event in Vevay, celebrated for showcasing classic and contemporary vehicles alongside community art.
  • The pairing of car enthusiasts and arts and crafts vendors helps attract diverse crowds and enhances the cultural appeal of Vevay.
  • The community-centered focus is emphasized by the charitable donation of registration fees, reflecting the event’s role in supporting local causes.

In summary, the Sleepy Hollow Car / Arts & Crafts Show offers a full day of classic car displays, local artisan crafts, community engagement, and scenic Ohio River views in downtown Vevay, all accessible and family-friendly. It combines automotive passion with regional culture in a historic setting on Saturday, October 11, 2025.