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Celebrate in Boone County
Festivals for the Family
Country Market Days
A Blue Ribbon Day at the Fair
Take in some Festival Fun!
Enjoy a Free Concert!
How about a Classic Car Show?
Did we mention plenty of Fun for Kids?
Even Fun for Kids & Dogs...
Visit a Toy Museum
Hike a Trail
Stroll a Main Street
Experience World Class Art
Carve a Pumpkin
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BOONE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Every town in Boone County holds their own special seasonal event, festival or celebration.Click on the list below to bring up details of the Boone County event you'd like to enjoy.
From the Turning Leaves Festival in Thorntown to Lebanon's Back to the Fifties celebration, you're invited to come to Boone County for the friendly fun our residents love to share.
| Month |
Event |
Location |
March
April
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Heritage Skills - Past to Present Day
March 29, 2008
Sponsored by the
Boone County Extension Homemakers - workshop classes, demonstrations, Make it/Take it projects all packed into one fun day - 9am - 4pm. Early registration for workshops - go to Heritage Skills
Boone County Master Gardener Garden Fest
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Boone County 4H Fairgrounds
A day filled with all things for your garden. Meet the local experts, see the latest in gardening. Admission Free. Open 9am - 3pm.
Visit
www.bccn.boone.in.us/mg/ for more information.
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Saturday,
April 12
Lebanon Memorial Park - 1-4pm
An afternoon of family fun with games, prizes and activities
www.boonefamilyymca.org/ or call Lora Pennington
at
765-482-5960
American Indian Council Traditional Powwow
April 25 & 26, 2008
A full Native American Festival held at the Boone County Fairgrounds. For more information contact Mary Lemen at 317-345-9676 or email aicindiana@yahoo.com
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Lebanon
Lebanon
Lebanon
Lebanon
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Boone County Home & Garden Show
April 17-19, 2008
Join us at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, visit booths for home improvement & gardening tips.
Kiwanis Pancake Supper 17th, Rotary Dinner 18th,
4-H BBQ 19th.
Stay for dinner and entertainment each night. Free admission. For more information, please contact the Boone County Chamber of Commerce
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Lebanon |
| May |
YMCA Poker Run & Festival
May 10
Lebanon Memorial Park, Lebanon
An all day event, including motorcycle ride and festival
www.boonefamilyymca.org/ or call Lora Pennington
765-482-5960
Zionsville Country Market
May 17, 2008
Wander down the brick street and shop at over 150 booths with artwork, collectibles, antiques, apparel, home accessories, curios and more. For more information contact The Greater Zionsville
Chamber of Commerece (317) 873-3836
or visit Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
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Lebanon
Zionsville |
| June |
Firecracker Classic Basketball Tournament
June 21, 2008
A long standing tradition. Participate in a 3 on 3 basketball tournament for people of all ages. Festivities include basketball, sand volleyball, Taste of the Firecracker, live music and a family movie. For more information contact the Lebanon Educational Foundation (765) 482-1185
or visit Firecracker Classic
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Lebanon |
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Indiana Angus Association
June 13, 14, 2008
Begins 9am Sat/8am Sun
Visit Indiana Angus Assoc
Admission Free - Boone County 4H Fairgrounds
Lebanon
2008 Miss Indiana Pageant
June 16- June 22, 2008
The 2007 Miss Indiana Pageant will be held in Zionsville with the Miss Indiana finals on Saturday, June 23rd. The Miss Indiana's Outstanding Teen Pageant will be held on Friday, June 22nd. For more information, visit 2007 Miss Indiana Pageant
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Lebanon
Zionsville |
Fourth of July Celebration
June 24 - July 4, 2007
A week long celebration of our country's independence including a carnival, parade and fireworks. For more information contact
765-481-8663 or visit July4thLebanon
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Lebanon |
Symphony at Sunset
June 22, 2008
Experience the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at the Abner Longley park in Lebanon. A rich tradition for the county. For more information contact
(765) 482-5229
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Lebanon |
Brick Street Art Gallery Walk
June 27, 2008
Stroll Main Street nestled in this historic village with artists at every shop. Live music, food, drink and fun for everyone. 6-10pm BrickStreetGalleryWalk
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Zionsville |
| July |
Zionsville Fourth of July Celebration
June 24-July 5, 2008
Bring the family to the Lions Park in Zionsville for a night of fantastic fireworks. For more information
Contact George Piper - Co-Chairman 483-8102 Piper4@sbcglobal.net
Boone County Polo Charity
July 12, 2008
Held at Hickory Hall Polo Club, Whitestown IN. Gates open at 12:00 p.m. with festivities beginning at 1:00 p.m. Contact Boone County Chamber of Commerce 765-482-1320 for additional information or visit www.boonechamber.org
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Zionsville
Whitestown |
Boone County 4-H Fair
July 18 - 24, 2008
A week of events showcasing our farm heritage. Visit the community building, the carnival and the animal exhibits. For more information please
contact
Tony Carrell, 765-482-0750
or visit Boone 4H Fair
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Lebanon |
| August |
Traders Point Hunt Club Charity Horse Show
August 12-17, 2008
Wild Air Farms comes alive in August when over 800 horses arrive for the Traders Point Hunt Charity Horse Show. This global event brings some of the world's greatest riders to Boone County. For more information contact (317) 873-5552 or visit
Traders Point
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Zionsville |
American Indian Council Traditional Powwow
August 23-24, 2008
A full Native American Festival held at the Boone County Fairgrounds. For more information contact Mary Lemen at 317-345-9676 or email aicindiana@yahoo.com
|
Lebanon |
| September |
Advance Labor Day Festival
Aug 30 - Sept 1, 2008
The Advance Volunteer Fire Department sponsors this three day event. Visitors can enjoy a parade, live entertainment and a variety of arts and crafts. For more information contact (765) 676-5328 or visit Advance Labor Day
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Advance |
Farm World Expo
September 4, 5, 6, 2008
Extensive exhibit of products and services for hobby farmers,
full time farmers and agribusinesses. Also includes Beef & Cattle
Show, Horse Training Seminars and Demonstrations, Dog Herding,
Training and Agility Demonstrations, General Interest Gardening, Landscaping tips and advice
For more information, visit Farm World Expo
Admission Free - Boone County 4H Fairgrounds
Zionsville Lions Club Annual Fall Festival
September 5-7, 2008
Don't miss the Saturday morning parade down Main Street. All weekend long, Zionsville Lions Park will be packed with live entertainment, carnival rides, arts, crafts and antiques. Special Kids Area. Great food served by area restaurants. Pet Pavilion with fun for families and their furry friends. Visit Zionsville Lions
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Lebanon
Zionsville
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Back to the Fifties Festival
September 12-13, 2008
A fantastic festival weekend for the entire family filled with a street dance, live entertainment, car show, arts and craft, children's activities and plenty of food! For more information visit their web site at
Back to the Fifties Festival
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Lebanon |
Festival of the Turning Leaves
September 26-28, 2008
Enjoy a safe, family environment with great food, historical and educational events, a fun-filled children’s area, a parade, wonderful music and lots of arts and crafts vendors. For more information contact
Martha Lewellen at 765-436-2773
or visit Thorntown Festival
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Thorntown |
Munce Fine Art Fair
September 20, 2008
An outstanding juried art show featuring many of the areas most well known artists. Sponsored by the Munce Art Center. For more information contact the Sullivan Munce Center (317) 873-6862 or visit www.sullivanmunce.org
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Zionsville |
| October |
AdvantAge Expo
October 4, 2008
Boone County 4-H Pavilion
A free event open to the public with a concentration on lifestyle, health and activity interests for seniors. Sponsored by Boone Senior Services & Carpenter Realty. Admission is free. For more information, visit:
Boone Senior Services or send an email to sshoup@booneseniors.org
Brick Street Chili Cook-Off
&
Brick Street Fall Gallery Walk
October 11, 2008
Start outside the Friendly Tavern 11am - 3pm for free samples of chili from competing cooks - then vote for your choice of winning chili!
Then stroll Main Street nestled in this historic village with artists at every shop. Live music, food, drink and fun for everyone. 2pm - 8pm
Village Ghost Walk
October 18-19, 2008
Listen to the storytellers recount spooky historic tales of Zionsville many ghost legends throughout
this historic village. Sponsored by the Sullivan Munce Art Center. For more information contact (317) 873-6862 or visit www.sullivanmunce.org
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Lebanon
Zionsville
Zionsville |
| December |
Christmas in the Village
December 6-7, 2008
Santa Claus is coming to town and Zionsville celebrates with a parade, music, visits with Santa and lots of family fun welcoming the Holiday Season. For more information contact (317) 873-3836 or visit Zionsville Chamber |
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