INDIANA: January/February - March - April/May - June - July - August - September - October - November/December Check previous year if event is not yet updated to current year 2024 INDIANA - November & December 2024
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
(see also: 2023 - 2021 - 2020 - 2019 - 2018 - 2017 - 2015)
November 7-12, 2024
World Food Championships
Indianapolis, Indiana
The Ultimate Food Fight: 2024 World Food Championships Categories include: Barbecue, Sandwich, Burger, Dessert, Seafood, Soup, Vegetarian, Cocktail and Chef, Live Fire. Prize Purse: $300,000. November 28, 2024 - THANKSGIVING DAY - Nationwide
There are so many events today they are to numerous to list. November 29-December 22, 2024 Festival of Gingerbread
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Every year, 10,000 visitors enjoy more than 100 fanciful gingerbread creations on display, created by bakers of all ages! Attendance: 10,000. December 6, 2024 Batesville Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade
Batesville, Indiana
Join us for this most festive occasion! Roast marshmallows, sip on cocoa, enjoy yummy fudge and kettle corn, take a carriage ride, shop Santa's Village for the perfect gift, strike the perfect "Elfie Selfie" pose, and enjoy the sounds of local school bands and choirs! Jolly Old St. Nick is expected to visit his Batesville home! Stop by and hand him your list.
2023 INDIANA - November & December 2023
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesDecember 2, 2023 Holly Days - Valparaiso, Indiana
All of your favorite holiday activities will come together to turn our little town into a true, winter wondering. Enjoy a live nativity display around the courthouse square, along with free train rides, ice carving, strolling carolers, and more to help spread the happiness and cheer of the season. Plus, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand at the Porter County Museum. The “Man with the Bag” will be ready to meet you and take pictures with the whole family! Our Holly Days activities aren’t just limited to the courthouse square. Stroll through the decorated streets of the downtown neighborhood and kick off your holiday shopping with our of our fine retailers. Visit your favorite stores to enjoy their annual holiday open house, and dine at one of the restaurants, many of which will have special treats just for you.
2021 INDIANA - November & December 2021
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesDecember 7, 14, 2021 Christmas in the Depot - Richmond, Indiana
Enjoy a steaming cup of hot apple cider and delicious Christmas cookies while you take a ride on our Horse-Drawn Carriage and Wagon. Then, take an exciting trip on an Old Fashioned English Double-Decker Bus! Children’s Train Rides on the Christmas Express in the Winter Wonderland room at The Richmond Furniture Gallery. This room also features one of the world’s largest Christmas Murals and a Fantasyland Train Display. The display features several trains that run around an old fashioned Richmond, Indiana landscape. After the trains, your children (and those of you young at heart) can have your picture taken with Santa Claus! Please join us on Tuesday evenings for food, fun and festivities that your entire family will enjoy. Admission and parking is free. December 10, 2021 - Terra Madre Day - Worldwide
A worldwide celebration of local food held every year on December 10. Through hundreds of diverse and unique events across the globe, together we show that a global food revolution grows from local roots. December 31, 2021 Annual Watermelon Drop - Vincennes, Indiana
Ring In The New Year by celebrating at the Annual Watermelon Drop held in downtown Vincennes! Knox County's own quirky New Year's event features live music in a heated tent. Watch a 500-pound watermelon rise high in the sky as midnight approaches, culminating with 18 Knox County watermelons dropped on the splatform at the stroke of midnight followed by fireworks.
2020 INDIANA - November & December 2020
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesNovember 7-8, 2020 - Indiana Wine Trail Fall Haul
Madison, Indiana
We invite you to visit Indiana Wine Trail's five artisan wineries, each one reflecting the distinct style and personality of the winemaker. Sample their wines and learn how climate, soil conditions and the winemaking process make every vintage a unique experience.
2019 INDIANA - November & December 2019
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesNovember 30, 2019 East Noble FFA Farm Toy Show
Kendallville, Indiana
From 8 a.m to 2 p.m. at East Noble High School, 901 S. Garden. For more info contact marnold@eastboble.net
2018 INDIANA - November & December 2018
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesDecember 31, 2018 Downtown Indy Inc.'s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Indianapolis, Indiana
Georgia Street is the place to be this New Year's Eve! Come for an exciting entertainment line-up, stimulating sights, plenty of food and drink and a unique midnight extravaganza. Downtown Indy, Inc.’s 5th Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration promises to be the best party in the city.
2017 INDIANA - November & December 2017
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new datesDecember 7-8, 2017 2nd National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health - Indianapolis, Indiana
This meeting will be a great opportunity to learn recent developments in how cover crops are being used by innovative farmers across the country and gain important insights on improving soil health from producers, conservation leaders, and scientists. December 31, 2017 IndyCar Drop - Indianapolis, Indiana
Downtown Indy’s New Year’s Eve offers an exciting entertainment line-up, stimulating sights, plenty of food and drink and a unique midnight extravaganza. At 11:59 p.m. on 12/31, when in most cities the traditional “ball drop” takes place, a suspended IndyCar hoisted high above the crowd will descend to a collective countdown amidst great fanfare and fireworks at midnight.
2015 INDIANA - November & December 2015
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events still waiting for new datesDecember 5, 2015 Midwest Gingerbread House Competition
Evansville, Indiana | 
