Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival

10/13/2026

Sponsors & Volunteers are needed!

Hello Wakarusa. Are you into Halloween? If so, we could use your help. We are in need of volunteers to be part of the haunted trail. Interested? Click the link and volunteer. https://www.wakarusachamber.com/events/2-wakarusa-fall-festival

10/08/2026

Wakarusa: More Than a Festival, A Way of Life

Wakarusa Fall Festival

Wakarusa Harvest Festival is BACK! Join us in Downtown Wakarusa for a spooky-fun Halloween celebration for the whole family! Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11 AM to 9 PM – Trick-or-Treat 5 PM- 7 PM. Downtown Wakarusa. What's happening: Lamp Post Decorating Contest - Pumpkin Tree -Live Music -Food Vendors — good food all day! Haunted Museum — 403 E. Wabash. Fun for all ages — bring the kids, bring the candy bags, and bring your Halloween spirit to Wakarusa! Grand opening for the Quilt Garden Patio. Come take a look at what the future of our Quilt Garden looks like. Get more information on upcoming events and town projects at the Quilt Garden.

October 31, 2026 09:00 at 100 West Waterford, Wakarusa, IN

10/02/2026

With the Tailgate happening this weekend, October 3rd, 2026, we wanted to make sure that you are aware that we will be blocking off Town Square. Thank you for your cooperation.

10/02/2026

Wakarusa: More Than a Festival, A Way of Life

09/30/2026

🏈 Come Tailgate in Downtown Wakarusa! 🏈

Last year was a great time, and we’re ready to do it again! Grab your friends, wear your team colors and head downtown for a day of football, food, fun and small-town spirit.

Come tailgate with us in Downtown Wakarusa — we’ll see you there!

Notre Dame vs. North Carolina Tailgate NOON OCTOBER 3rd, 2026

SAVE THE DATE — Downtown Wakarusa Tailgate! 🏈 Notre Dame vs. North Carolina | October 3rd | Kickoff: NOON. Grab your gold and blue (or your Carolina blue!) and join us downtown for a full-blown tailgate party right here in Wakarusa! 🌽 Corn Hole Tournament – fun for all! 🏆 Best Tailgate Contest – show off your spirit! 🎶 More activities are being planned – stay tuned! 📺 Come watch the game on the JUMBOTRON! ⛺ Bring your chairs and tailgate tents! ⏰ Kickoff NOON!!! Good food, cold drinks, and great company — Let's Go Irish! ☘️ 📍 Downtown Wakarusa 📅 October 3rd Tag your tailgate crew, and let's pack downtown Wakarusa for game day! 👇

October 03, 2026, 12:00 at 100 W Waterford St, Wakarusa, IN 46573, USA

09/30/2026

ALSO!! Co****le Tournament

A reminder that Co****le Tournament is coming up on October 03, 2026
Location: 100 W Waterford St, Wakarusa, IN 46573, USA
CO****LE TOURNAMENT — Game Day Just Got Better! 🍀🌽
Tailgate. Watch. Play.
Join us for a Co****le Tournament directly following the Notre Dame game, right in the street in front of Shortstop!
Where: In front of Shortstop, Waterford St
Entry: $10 per person
Payout: 50% to the winner, 50% goes to support a new teacher at Wakarusa Elementary
Grab your partner, bring your bags, and let's turn game day into a whole community celebration! Whether you're a co****le pro or just here for the tailgate vibes, everyone's welcome.
Come cheer on the Irish, then stick around for some friendly competition — all for a great cause. See you on the street!
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FOAM PARTY is coming to Downtown Wakarusa! Join us Saturday, October 3rd from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM right in the heart of downtown during the tailgate for a bubbly good time the whole family will love.

Bring the kids, grab your friends, and get ready to dive into mountains of foam in the middle of town. It's free, it's fun, and it's the perfect way to spend your Saturday during the tailgate festivities. Foam Party City is proud to be a Certified Autism Resource, so this event is designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for everyone in our community.

Mark your calendars — see you in the suds! Foam Party: October 3rd, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Downtown Wakarusa, during the Tailgate

October 03, 2026, 11:30 at 100 W Waterford St, Wakarusa, IN 46573, USA

09/23/2026

This was a fun event! Watch the game downtown!

Once again the Wakarusa Chamber is hosting a tailgate.
🏈 SAVE THE DATE — Downtown Wakarusa 🏈
Notre Dame vs. North Carolina | October 3rd
Grab your gold and blue (or your Carolina blue!) and join us downtown for a full-blown tailgate party right here in Wakarusa!
🌽 Corn Hole Tournament – fun for all! 🏆 Best Tailgate Contest – show off your spirit! 🎶 More activities being planned – stay tuned! 📺 Come watch the game on the JUMBOTRON! ⛺ Bring your chairs and tailgate tents!
⏰ Kickoff time has not been released yet — details to come, so stay connected!
Good food, cold drinks, and great company — Let's Go Irish! ☘️
📍 Downtown Wakarusa 📅 October 3rd
Tag your tailgate crew and let's pack downtown Wakarusa for game day!

09/17/2026

Congratulations Nappanee Apple Festival on 50 wonderful years! What began as a celebration of community and tradition has grown into a cherished annual event. Wishing everyone involved a memorable anniversary celebration and many more years of success!

09/15/2026

09/14/2026

🎶🍎 Get ready for LIVE MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT at the Nappanee Apple Festival! 🍎🎶

Festival weekend wouldn’t be complete without some amazing musical performances and entertainment! Grab your favorite apple treat, find a spot, and enjoy talented performers bringing great music and plenty of festival energy all weekend long. 🎤🎸

🎶 Entertainment is proudly sponsored by Monteith’s Best Tire & Service and can be found at:

📍 Nappanee Pace Entertainment Tent at Depot Plaza
📍 Monteith’s Best Main Stage on North Clark Street

Come enjoy the music, make some memories, and help us celebrate 50 years of the Nappanee Apple Festival! 🍎❤️

📅 September 17–20, 2026

Who are you excited to see perform this year? 👇🎶

You can find all the entertainment info here: nappaneeapplefestival.org