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.
Events:
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.”
Markleville Jamboree
Date: August 2nd-4th
Location: Markleville Community Park – Markleville, IN
Check out the full schedule at the link below!
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!”
75th Annual Pay Less National Crown
Date: August 3rd
Time: Gates Open – 4:30PM, Racing Begins – 7:30PM
Location: Anderson Speedway – Anderson, IN
Divisions: Ford Division Figure 8 – National Crown, Modifieds, Marcum’s Welding Front Wheel Drives
Anderson Symphony Orchestra’s Sunset Concert
Date: August 8th
Time: 6PM
Location: 1004 N. Raible – Anderson, IN
“Join local band ‘Rock Bottom Boys of Madison County’ at 6pm, for an intimate, under-the-sky concert at the home of Gary & Darla Sallee. Tickets: $35. Please bring lawn chairs, and you are welcome to bring a picnic. Food & drinks will be available for purchase.”
Dan Patch Stakes
Date: August 9th
Time: 6PM
Location: Harrah’s Hoosier Park – Anderson, IN
“Join us for the 31st edition of the Dan Patch Stakes! Enjoy championship harness racing, food trucks, FREE cooler giveaway, prizes and more!”
White River Food Truck Festival
Date: August 10th
Time: 4-8PM
Location: Blue Bridge Park (222 E 10th St) – Anderson, IN
“Join us for an exciting TASTE OF MADISON COUNTY family friendly event! Featuring a live band, artisans, kids activities, 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 the White River!”
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!”
Way Out Beer Fest
Date: August 17th
Time: 3:30-7:30PM
Location: Main Street/Pax Verum Brewing Co. – Lapel, IN
“We are super excited for Way Out 2024 happening on Saturday, August 17th! So many cool things are in the works, and we have a few more surprises up our sleeves for our 4th annual festivities. Not to mention it will be located in the coolest backdrop of any beer fest, downtown Lapel, Indiana.
Tickets are selling quickly, so we want to let you know that there are only a limited number of VIP tickets available for purchase. With a VIP ticket, you get an extra hour to enjoy the festival and enjoy shorter lines. VIP ticket holders will also receive a special release of this year’s Way Out packaged beer as a special gift when leaving the festival. VIP entry starts at 3:30 pm, while General Admission starts at 4:30 pm. The festival ends at 7:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to stay for the after-party with more live music beginning at 8:00 pm!”
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.”
Season Championships
Date: August 17th & 24th
Time: Gates Open – 4:30PM, Racing Begins – 7:30PM
Location: Anderson Speedway – Anderson, IN
Divisions Night #1: McGunegill Engine Performance Late Models, Ford Division, Thunder Roadsters
Divisions Night #2: Modifieds, Vore’s Welding & Steel Street Stocks, Legends, Marcum’s Welding Front Wheel Drives
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.
Our full event schedule will be announced. We’re still accepting applications to be a booth or food truck vendor. Tickets are on sale for our afternoon tea. Keep an eye out on our social media and website for updates.”
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.'”
Carter Express Night of Thrills Present by Uranus Fudge Factory
Date: August 31st
Time: Gates Open – 4:30PM, Racing Begins – 7PM
Location: Anderson Speedway – Anderson, IN
Divisions: Ford Division Figure 8, Prairie Farms Trailer Race, Roll Over Competition, Others TBD
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