Ladies Day Out
Gather your friends for an unforgettable day of shopping, dining, and fun at Ladies Day Out! On April 10th, during normal business hours, explore local boutiques, enjoy special discounts, and indulge in delicious treats at participating businesses. With giveaways, exclusive offers, and plenty of surprises along the way, this is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself and connect with friends.
July Friday Fest
Celebrate the charm of Nappanee during Embrace the Pace Days at the Friday Fest on July 11th!
From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, enjoy an evening filled with community spirit, unique finds, and vintage flair. Stroll through downtown sidewalk sales, explore local shops, and admire a stunning display of vintage cars.
This festive evening offers something for everyone, so bring your friends and family to soak up the lively atmosphere of Nappanee!
August Friday Fest
Get ready for a Panther-packed evening at the Nappanee Friday Fest this August!
This NW Panther-themed event will showcase the incredible talent and energy of our high school community. Join us as various school groups come together to celebrate Panther pride. With the collaboration of local teachers and students, this promises to be an unforgettable evening of school spirit and community fun.
Stay tuned for the official date, and don’t miss out on this special celebration of Nappanee and its Panthers!
Ladies Day Out
Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening of shopping, dining, and fun at Ladies Night Out!
On October 18th, during normal business hours, explore local boutiques, enjoy special discounts, and indulge in delicious treats at participating businesses. With giveaways, exclusive offers, and plenty of surprises along the way, this is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself and connect with friends.
Mark your calendar for a day of laughter, relaxation, and fabulous finds!
Step Back in Time at Five Medals: A Living History Experience
Five Medals is where history comes to life!
Don’t miss this incredible living history experience
Join us for an immersive journey into the 18th and early 19th centuries, where history comes to life! Experience blacksmiths, tinsmiths, and artisans at work, hear the sounds of a Revolutionary War cannon, and learn how daily life was lived centuries ago.
* Learn With The Whole Family – Interact with historical reenactors, try hands-on activities, and witness early American traditions.
* Shop Early Americana & Reproductions – Browse unique handmade goods and historical reproductions.
* School Day – May 2nd – A special day for homeschoolers and students to explore history in an engaging way!
Event Details:
Time: Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 1600 W. Market St., Nappanee, IN 46550
Admission: $8 (Adults 12+), $3 (Ages 6-11), Kids 5 & under are FREE!
For School Day registration or event participation, email fivemedals1812@gmail.com.
Saturday morning from 9:00am - 11:00am is a pancake and sausage breakfast inside the event, sponsored by Nappanee Power From the Past..
Bunny Trail Hop
Hop into the fun on April 19th during the Bunny Trail Hop!
Bring the kids to participating businesses during their regular hours for a delightful day of Easter excitement. Children can collect colorful plastic eggs filled with candy and other fun surprises at each stop. It's a great way to celebrate spring, explore local businesses, and create lasting family memories.
Don’t miss this egg-cellent adventure!

Nappanee Shop Hop
Join us for two exciting weeks of shopping and dining during the Nappanee Shop Hop event!
Explore participating businesses during their regular hours and enjoy exclusive deals, all conveniently accessed through QR codes. Plus, the beloved Nappanee Challenge will make its return, offering fun goals to complete and exciting incentives to win. Finish strong and claim prizes at the end of the event. Don't miss out on this community-wide celebration of local shopping, dining, and fun!

August Friday Fest
Don't miss Nappanee's Friday Fest on August 9th, 2024, from 5 to 9 pm! Live music, local eateries, artisans, food trucks, crafts, and more await. Free admission for an evening filled with community fun and cultural delights
Rain Date - August 16, 2024

July Friday Fest
Don't miss Nappanee's Friday Fest on July 12th, 2024, from 5 to 9 pm! Live music, local eateries, artisans, food trucks, crafts, and more await. Free admission for an evening filled with community fun and cultural delights
Rain Date - July 19, 2024

June Friday Fest
Don't miss Nappanee's Friday Fest on June 14th, 2024, from 5 to 9 pm! Live music, local eateries, artisans, food trucks, crafts, and more await. Free admission for an evening filled with community fun and cultural delights!
Rain Date - June 21, 2024

Taste of Nappanee
The Annual Taste of Nappanee and Spring Artisans Market is a fantastic way to experience a number of the exciting restaurants and businesses that make Nappanee their home. This annual event is held outside on the beautiful grounds of The Barns at Nappanee. Businesses set up booths and give guests a "taste" of what they have to offer. You can enjoy samples of food from many of our city's eateries, bakeries, and more! In addition, over 60 local artisans will have booths set up to share and sell their handcrafted items. Live music by Big Daddy Dupree will fill the grounds of The Barns as we enjoy this special day to celebrate all things Nappanee!

4th Annual Nappanee Spring Market
Nappanee Spring Market is a unique shopping experience. We offer a blend of handcrafted artisan vendors, direct sales companies, and local specialty shops.

Ladies Night Out
Join us for an exhilarating evening, Nappanee Ladies Night Out! This event is all about bringing women together to support our vibrant community through a fun-filled night of shopping and camaraderie. Stroll through the charming local stores, each with unique finds. It’s a perfect opportunity to treat yourself, find gifts for loved ones, or simply enjoy browsing the diverse offerings of our local businesses.

Bunny Trail Hop
Get ready for some egg-citing fun! We're inviting all the kiddos aged 12 and under to hop on over to our fantastic participating Nappanee businesses and pick up free Easter eggs filled with all kinds of sweet surprises during their regular business hours.

Shamrock Hunt
Get Ready for the Nappanee Shamrock Hunt! 🍀
Join us on March 16th for an exhilarating Shamrock Hunt! Our local businesses are joining in the fun, each hiding a 4" shamrock adorned with the Visit Nappanee logo within their stores. The mission is to find hidden shamrocks and win prizes provided by the businesses.

Valentines Passport
Join us for another Nappanee, Indiana local event! Visit Nappanee is celebrating love the best way we know how - supporting our wonderful businesses around town! Join us on February 10th for our Annual Valentine's Passport Event

Nappanee Home for the Holidays Craft & Vendor Market
Nappanee Home for the Holidays Craft and Vendor Market is a fun annual event that offers a unique blend or artisan, craft, food, antique and direct sales vendors. Concessions are available all day. This event is the perfect place to jump start your holiday shopping while supporting local businesses. Admission is free!

47th Annual Nappanee Apple Festival!
The festival is home to Indiana's largest 7-foot baked apple pie and comes out of the oven just in time to kick off the festival! We were even chosen as #1 in the State of Indiana in the Top Ten Fall Festival Signature Food Items for our 7-foot apple pie in 2013 & 2016! Known for our family-friendly atmosphere, fun activities and a lot of shopping, you can be sure to have a good time no matter what your age. With the festival attracting an average of more than 80,000 people annually, it has become one of the largest festivals in the State of Indiana! So come join us for some games, shopping, entertainment, rides and delicious apple pie!

Food Truck Rally @ Metz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Food trucks from all over Northern Indiana descend upon Nappanee for a unique Food Truck Rally unlike any other!

12th Annual Come to the Table Event & Fundraiser
Come to the Table gathers the community to share a meal, fellowship with each other, and learn about the mission and work of The Center. Funds raised at Come to the Table help provide resources for the programs and services offered by The Center.

Friday Fest
Nappanee, Indiana comes alive every year for our Friday festivals! Join us for fun, food, crafts, shopping and more. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Brent Coursen Memorial 4th Annual Metz Auto Group Cruise-In
The Brent Coursen Memorial 4th Annual Metz Auto Group Cruise-in will feature cars and offroad vehicles of all years, makes, and models.

Food Truck Rally @ Metz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Food trucks from all over Northern Indiana descend upon Nappanee for a unique Food Truck Rally unlike any other!

Friday Fest
Nappanee, Indiana comes alive every year for our Friday festivals! Join us for fun, food, crafts, shopping and more. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Food Truck Rally @ Metz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Food trucks from all over Northern Indiana descend upon Nappanee for a unique Food Truck Rally unlike any other!

Friday Fest
Nappanee, Indiana comes alive every year for our Friday festivals! Join us for fun, food, crafts, shopping and more. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Food Truck Rally @ Metz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Food trucks from all over Northern Indiana descend upon Nappanee for a unique Food Truck Rally unlike any other!

Taste of Nappanee & Spring Artisan Market
The Annual Taste of Nappanee and Spring Artisans Market is a fantastic way to experience a number of the exciting restaurants and businesses that make Nappanee their home. This annual event is held outside on the beautiful grounds of The Barns at Nappanee. Businesses set up booths and give guests a "taste" of what they have to offer. You can enjoy samples of food from many of our city's eateries, bakeries, and more! In addition, over 60 local artisans will have booths set up to share and sell their handcrafted items.

Annual Bunny Trial Hop
Get ready for some egg-citing fun! We're inviting all the kiddos aged 12 and under to hop on over to our fantastic participating Nappanee businesses and pick up free Easter eggs filled with all kinds of sweet surprises during their regular business hours. And that's not all - while the little ones are on the hunt, moms and dads can also take advantage of some egg-stra special in-store offers! So, grab your baskets and get ready for a memorable Easter adventure.

5 Mile Leprechaun Chase and 1 Mile Leprechaun Leap
Join us for the 4th annual 5 Mile Leprechaun Chase and 1 Mile Leprechaun Leap. Each year over 400 people gather in downtown Nappanee for this festive event. Dress in green or your favorite Irish costume and hit the streets running! Start with a 5 mile run and try to beat the leprechauns or run/ walk the 1 mile course.

Shamrock Hunt 2023
Join us on March 18th for a fun and exciting scavenger hunt in Nappanee! Visit Nappanee is hosting a Shamrock Hunt where participating businesses will hide a 4" shamrock with our logo on it somewhere in their store. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find the hidden shamrocks and win a prize provided by the business.