Summer Events in Madison County

All event information is subject to change. Please check the website or social media pages of the event’s organizers for the most up-to-date information. 

July:

Killer Queen 

Date: July 5th      

Time: 7:30PM 

Location: Paramount Theatre – Anderson, IN 

“Killer Queen – A Tribute to Queen began its journey paying homage to the legendary Queen’s roots in 1993. Their popularity skyrocketed, earning them a groundbreaking residency and the ‘Worldwide Best Tribute Band’ award in 1999 from Suggs of Madness. The group has sold out venues worldwide, earning acclaim as the kings of musical impersonation. Hear your favorite Queen songs live, like ‘Somebody to Love,’ ‘Under Pressure,’ and ‘I Want to Break Free.'”

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Sawyer Brown

Date: July 11th      

Time: 7:30PM 

Location: Paramount Theatre – Anderson, IN 

“Sawyer Brown, formed in 1981, has captivated audiences for over four decades. With a unique blend of country, rock, and pop, lead vocalist Mark Miller, keyboardist Gregg ‘Hobie’ Hubbard, guitarist Shayne Hill, and drummer Joe Smyth create a harmonious and recognizable sound. Their breakthrough in the late ’80s with the hit single ‘Step That Step’ solidified their prominence in country music. With special guest Levi Riggs.”

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Lapel Village Fair

Date: July 12th-13th

Time: Friday 12-8PM, Saturday 10AM-8PM

Location: Downtown – Lapel, IN 

Food, Live Music, Crafts, Dance, Parade

Friday – Dan’s Fish Fry (4-7PM), Tethered Hot Air Balloon (7-9PM), Saturday – Car Show (9AM-2:30PM)

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Anderson Pride

Date: July 14th

Time: 1-5PM 

Location: Dickmann Town Center – Anderson, IN 

Celebrate our LGBTQ+ community at Anderson Pride with music, art, food, vendors, and more!

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58th Annual Redbud 400

Date: July 20th   

Time: Gates Open – 4PM, Racing Begins – 8PM 

Location: Anderson Speedway – Anderson, IN 

Divisions: ASA Stars National Tour

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Madison County 4-H Fair

Date: July 21st-27th

Location: Beulah Park – Alexandria, IN 

“Family fun for all since 1929. Great entertainment, quality music, buildings of crafts and fine handiworks, all phases of agriculture, a wide variety of youth activities, carnival rides and games and of course, mouthwatering fair food.” 

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Abe Summer Celebration

Anderson Black Expo Summer Celebration

Date: July 26th-28th     

Location: Jackson Park – Anderson, IN 

Cultural events, talent show, vendors, kids corner, Kool-Aid & canvas, parade, card game tournament, wine & canvas, silent auction, live entertainment, fashion show, and more!

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August:

TUSK: The World’s #1 Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Date: August 1st      

Time: 7:30PM 

Location: Paramount Theatre – Anderson, IN 

“Experience TUSK, The World’s #1 Fleetwood Mac Tribute, as they honor the 4-decade history of the evolutionary Fleetwood Mac. Enjoy iconic Fleetwood Mac hits like ‘Go Your Own Way,’ ‘Rhiannon,’ and ‘Don’t Stop.’ Tusk’s authenticity shines through vocal precision, physical resemblance, and dynamic synergy among its five founding members. This genuine connection, built over time and friendship, solidifies Tusk as the world’s #1 tribute to Fleetwood Mac.”

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Markleville Jamboree

Date: August 2nd-4th     

Time: Friday 4:30-9PM, Saturday 9AM-10PM 

Location: Markleville Community Park – Markleville, IN 

“FREE Admission, Parking, Events, Shopping, Stage Entertainment all WEEKEND Long! Lots of food available too!”

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Jeeps on Meridian

Date: August 3rd      

Time: 4-10PM 

Location: Dickmann Town Center – Anderson, IN 

“Over the last few years, Jeeps on Meridian has been one of the largest Jeep events in central Indiana, with 400-500+ Jeeps!!! There is a great band, food trucks, vendor village, restaurants, and bar, brewery, distillery, and winery within or just outside of the main area!”

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White River Food Truck Festival™

Date: August 10th     

Time: 4-8PM

Location: Blue Bridge Park – Anderson, IN

“Join us for an exciting Taste of Madison County™ family friendly event! Featuring a live band, artisans, and Food Trucks from across our county! Invite your friends and family to enjoy this fun evening in downtown Anderson by the Blue Bridge and White River!”

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Elwood Glass Festival

Date: August 16th-18th     

Location: Callaway Park – Elwood, IN

“The Glass Festival includes a parade, carnival rides, arts and crafts, food, collectibles, bus tours, demonstrations, and fun contests. The Vintage Rollers Car Show brings more than 300 classic and antique cars each year. Live bands and other entertainment perform at the Jim Knoop Amphitheater at Callaway Park. And free bus tours are available daily and include stops at Carol’s Legacy Glass and the House of Glass.

The Glass Festival is an event for the whole family. Admission is FREE!”

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Way Out Beer Fest

Date: August 17th     

Time: 3:30-7:30PM

Location: Main Street/Pax Verum Brewing Co. – Lapel, IN

“The festival will focus on quality and will showcase unique, unusual, and rare ‘way out’ beers from participating breweries. Attendees can expect to see and enjoy many new beers, as well as different takes on existing beers. Moreover, attendees will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite ‘Way Out People’s Choice’ beer and brewery at the event! Several live performances by artists and bands will also be featured at the event, with the talented acts to be announced soon. There will be great food available from various vendors at the event.”

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Little River Band

Date: August 17th      

Time: 7:30PM 

Location: Paramount Theatre – Anderson, IN 

“Little River Band was once dubbed as ‘the best singing band in the world,’ by Glenn Frey of the Eagles. Through the ’70s and ’80s, the group has enjoyed huge chart success with multiplatinum albums and chart-topping hits. Little River Band is known for their hits like ‘Reminiscing,’ ‘Lady,’ ‘Lonesome Loser,’ ‘The Night Owls,’ and more. With worldwide album and CD sales of more than 30 million copies, they were also the first band to set a record for having Top 10 hits for six consecutive years.”

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Anderson Gaslight Festival

Date: August 24th     

Time: 10AM-7PM

Location: Historic West 8th Street – Anderson, IN

“The mission of the Anderson Gaslight Festival is to create and honor our community’s history while fostering unity and a shared sense of belonging among its patrons. We aim to cultivate affection and appreciation for Anderson’s past, present, and future, bringing people together to create lasting memories and strengthen the bonds that make our community thrive.” Enjoy the parade, tours of historical homes, a car show, music, a pie baking contest, and so much more!

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The Robert Cray Band

Date: August 24th      

Time: 7:30PM 

Location: Paramount Theatre – Anderson, IN 

“From sharing stages with legends like B.B. King and The Rolling Stones, blues icon Robert Cray’s journey spans five decades of soulful melodies and electrifying guitar riffs. With five GRAMMY Awards and a lifetime dedicated to music, Cray makes each song an unforgettable experience, with hits like ‘I Forgot To Be Your Lover’ and ‘My Baby Likes To Boogaloo.'”

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September:

ParkFest

Date: September 5th     

Time: 6-9PM

Location: Barnhart Field at Falls Park – Pendleton, IN

“Everyone’s favorite Thursday evening concert, a (fun)draiser for a Falls Park amphitheater, returns to Barnhart Field! Pack a picnic and set up your friends and family camp.”

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Fall Creek Heritage Fair

Date: September 6th-7th

Time: 10AM-6PM

Location: Falls Park – Pendleton, IN

“100+ vendors. Handmade, vintage, arts and crafts, food, live music.”

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Downtown Pendleton Fall Festival

Date: September 6th-7th

Time: 10AM-6PM

Location: Downtown – Pendleton, IN

“Art and exhibits, craft booths, food, kids’ zone, music, and more.”

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Andersontown Powwow

Date: September 7th-8th

Location: Beulah Park – Alexandria, IN

“Enjoy Indiana’s Native American history as you learn the ways of the Miami and Delaware Nations, authentic foods, Native American art, activities for the young and old!”

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Frankton Heritage Days Festival

Date: September 20th-22nd

Location: Heritage Field – Frankton, IN

“Three days of festival fun. Family-friendly atmosphere. Free entertainment, Saturday parade, car show, vendors, carnival and variety of great food. Free parking and shuttle service.”

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Spirit Fest

Date: September 21st-22nd

Time: Sat 10AM-6PM, Sun 10AM-4PM

Location: Camp Chesterfield – Chesterfield, IN

“Our beautiful, historic grounds will once again be filled with visitors who are eager to visit their favorite reader, body worker, or vendor and see what new and exciting people have joined us. This year’s event will be held entirely outdoors.”

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