Indiana Cultural Fairs & Festivals
9 cultural events across Indiana for 2026.
4.7(221)Lubeznik Arts Festival
There will be over 80+ talented artists, live demos, indoor exhibition, family activities, beer and wines, local food vendors, and more.
RecurringLanesville Heritage Weekend
A free four-day Southern Indiana heritage festival in the hills of Harrison County, with juried crafts, pioneer demonstrations, live music, food, and family activities celebrating Appalachian and pioneer traditions.
2.4(18)Indianapolis Food and Culture Festival
It will host a great selection of top food trucks and food vendors along with dozens of crafters and artisans who will be showcasing and selling their handmade jewelry, art, and crafts.
4.7(15)Portage Harvest Festival
A craft fair in Portage.
4.3(20)Southern Indiana Fiber and Arts Festival
It will feature over 35 fiber vendors, workshops, live demonstrations, great food and more.
4.6(53)Elkhart Fall Festival
This festival will feature handmade local artisan and craft vendors, antiques, flea market finds, direct sales brands and consultants, baked goods, delicious food, and more.
RecurringFeast of the Hunters' Moon
A recreated 18th-century gathering at historic Fort Ouiatenon on the Wabash, recalling the annual fall fur-trading rendezvous between French traders and Native peoples with period food, crafts, music, and reenactments.
RecurringIndy Irish Fest
Indianapolis' largest Irish cultural celebration fills Military Park with Celtic music, dance, genealogy, sports, whiskey tastings, and family programming celebrating Hoosier Irish heritage over a September weekend.
RecurringJasper Strassenfest
Jasper's German-heritage street festival celebrates Dubois County's Bavarian roots with beer gardens, German food, live music, a parade, and community events that draw visitors from across southern Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in Indiana?
Our directory lists 14 cultural festivals across Indiana for the 2026 season, including Lubeznik Arts Festival, Central Park Art Festival and Elkhart Fall Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in Indiana?
Indiana's cultural festivals cluster in July and September — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in Indiana?
By Google review score, Lubeznik Arts Festival in Michigan City ranks among the most popular, with a 4.7-star rating from 221 reviews.