Family Fun Festivals Near You in August

Published: 08/03/2022 By: Allegius Credit Union

2022 Festival season is in full swing! Check out our list of the hottest, family-friendly, foodie thrilling summer festivals you won’t want to miss! 

*Please note that due to COVID-19, some festivals are changing hours or canceling. Consult the website for the festival of interest to confirm dates and times. 

LaPorte Arts in the Park

Thursdays beginning at 7:00 pm (pre-concert begins at 6:00 pm) through August 25
Fox Park, LaPorte, IN
FREE admission

More info: https://www.artsintheparklaporte.com

Chesterton Art Fair
August 6, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
August 7, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Dogwood Park, Chesterton, IN
More info: https://www.chestertonart.org

Chesterton Art Fair is held in beautiful Dogwood Park, a municipal park with plenty of shade trees and amenities. The Fair features 80+ artists, live music, family activities, food vendors and free parking for our almost four thousand visitors.

Chesterton’s European Market

Every Saturday through October 29
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
220 Broadway, Chesterton, IN
More info: https://www.dunelandchamber.org/events/

Our European Market provides a strong tradition of quality shopping, live entertainment and a festive community experience. Our artists, chefs, merchants and farmers travel to our Market from across Indiana, Michigan and Illinois to offer visitors an extraordinary collection of products and services.

Huntington Tails and Trails Festival
August 6
8:00 – 10:00 am (Human 5K and Doggie 3K races)
Market open 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Evergreen Park, Huntington, IN
More info: https://harta-gotrails.org/events/huntingtontailsntrails/

Demonstrations, food and fun! All proceeds benefit the Huntington County Humane Society and Huntington Area Recreational Trails Association (HARTA).

Indiana Bacon Festival 

August 27
3:00 – 11:00 pm
Downtown Delphi, IN

More info: https://www.indianabaconfestival.com

The competition will be fast and furious between our Backyard BBQ competitors who are determined to win our annual cook-off. Our food vendors with their bacon dishes will have you squealing like a pig for seconds. If your stomach feels full, you’ll have time to take it easy while you make room for more because…wait for it…

Foghat is bringing its classic rock sound to the festival this year. Whether your favorite track is Slow Ride, Fool for the City or I Just Want to Make Love to You, Foghat and three other LIVE bands are prepared to provide a rocking soundtrack for the day.

Just like its delicious namesake, the Indiana Bacon Festival is for the whole family to enjoy. We’ll have a Family Fun Zone filled with fun activities for children of all ages. Plus, there’s the beloved bacon-eating competition - which may be more enjoyable for the spectators.

Michiana Renaissance Festival
August 27-28
St. Joe County 4-H Fairgrounds, South Bend, IN
More info: http://www.michianarenfest.com

Come one, come all to the 10th Annual Michiana Renaissance Festival, located at the St. Joe County 4-H Fairgrounds. Each day is filled with fun and educational entertainment for all ages. Save $1 for each can you bring when paying admission for our food pantry. 

 

Wherever you find yourself this August, make sure you stop by one of our many Allegius branch locations to get the funds you need to enjoy the rest of your summer! Find a Surcharge-Free ATM near your destination at https://www.allegius.org/manage/account-services/surcharge-free-atms.html.

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