July 9 - 11, 2026

Experience
Nappanee 2026

Experience downtown Nappanee with live music, great food, local shopping, artisan vendors, family activities and three exciting days of summer fun.

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Experience Nappanee Concert Series

Live in the Depot Lot
Thursday, July 9 7 - 9 PM

John Gaut Live

Kick off the weekend with an evening of live music downtown after visiting the shops and citywide garage sales.

Friday, July 10 6 - 8 PM

Quentin Flagg Live

Enjoy an evening of food, fun and live entertainment from a local favorite in downtown Nappanee.

HEADLINER
Saturday, July 11 12 - 3 PM

Shawn Richards Live

The Saturday Headlining Event
Award-winning country entertainer and 2025 Josie Music Awards Country Song of the Year winner.

Festival Highlights

Something for everyone, all weekend long.

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Thursday

All Day

Citywide Garage Sales

Hunt for treasures across the city during this community-wide event.

Until 7 PM

Downtown Shops Open Late

Explore Nappanee's local shops before the evening concert begins.

7 - 9 PM | Depot Lot

John Gaut Live

Start the Experience Nappanee Concert Series with live entertainment.

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Friday

All Day

Citywide Garage Sales

Hunt for treasures across the city during this community-wide event.

5 - 9 PM

Artisan Vendors & Kids' Activities

Browse local goods and enjoy family-friendly festival activities.

Main Event

Food Truck War

Sample delicious mobile eats and discover a new local favorite.

Downtown

Human Slot Machine

Enjoy one of the festival's fun and memorable activities.

6 - 8 PM | Depot Lot

Quentin Flagg Live

Catch live music from a local favorite during Friday's festivities.

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Saturday

All Day

Citywide Garage Sales

Hunt for treasures across the city during this community-wide event.

10 AM - 1 PM

Car Show

Explore an impressive showcase of vehicles during Saturday's event.

10 AM - 3 PM

Sidewalk Sales & Scavenger Hunt

Shop downtown and take part in a citywide adventure for all ages.

12 - 3 PM | Depot Lot

Shawn Richards Live

Enjoy Saturday's headlining country performance in downtown Nappanee.

1 PM | West Side Park

Old-Timer Baseball Game

The Nappanee Chamber of Commerce takes on the City of Nappanee.

Be Part of the Celebration

We're looking for artisan vendors, food vendors and car enthusiasts to help make Experience Nappanee an unforgettable summer weekend.

Artisan Vendor Application Showcase your handmade crafts and goods.
Food Vendor Request Apply to participate with your food business.
Car Show Registration Register your vehicle for Saturday's show.