Fairs and Festivals in Indiana

Daviess County Fair

• The Daviess County Fair was first held in 1928, beginning as an agricultural street fair. The fair progressed through the years to include carnival rides, a contest to crown the queen of Daviess County and a demolition derby. The local 4H club holds animal shows and educational exhibits. Contests are held to judge produce for categories, such as largest zucchini and best vegetable display. Artists, crafters, bakers and chefs all come out to share, sell and present their goods. The fair is typically held in the summer, located in the small southern Indiana town of Elnora.

  Daviess County Fair
  State Road 57
  Elnora, Indiana 47529
  daviesscofair.com

Nappanee Apple Festival

• Located in Elkhart County in the northern Indiana town of Nappanee, the Nappanee Apple Festival features the famed 600 pound apple pie. The festival is held annually on the third weekend in September. The three and a half day festival features shows and entertainment for children, as well as contests, live musical acts, crafts, a parade and carnival food vendors. In 2009, an estimated 72,000 people attended the event.

  Nappanee Apple Festival
  302 East Market Street
  Nappanee, IN 46550
  574-773-7812
  nappaneeapplefestival.org

Wanatah Scarecrow Festival

• Held in LaPorte County, this fall festival features rock climbing, food, games, free entertainment, carnival rides for children and live music. Contests are held for the tallest sunflower and the heaviest pumpkin. Located in northwest Indiana, events are scattered throughout the town, including local public schools, the American Legion post and local churches. The festival is a family-friendly event, showcasing local small businesses and their goods.

  Wanatah Scarecrow Festival
  Wanatah, IN 46390
  scarecrowfest.org