Fabulous Fall Features
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This fall is bringing you and your family a fun new family tradition! Get the Autumn Adventure Straw Bale Art Trail map and start tracking down giant public sculptures made from painted straw bales to look like everything from tiny mice to huge alligators.
Make sure to pick up an Autumn Adventure Shopping Pass, a fun-filled way to explore all the shops and hidden gems of the area while enjoying amazing special deals and discounts, and so much more! Get your map from the Visitors Center or participating businesses.
24+ festivals & events throughout 2 towns! Check out Pumpkin Races, Corn School or the Ship-Chic Fall Craft & Vintage Show! Bring your pumpkin lattes and smiles to the Heart of Amish Country, Indiana for some fun!
The Heart of Amish Country is know for its delicious Amish meals, but you can also find other local casual dining like barbeque from Linder's Tavern on Main, deep-dish pizza from East of Chicago Pizza, warm tasty treats from Jo Jo's Pretzel's, or the big pork tenderloin from Wana Cup Restaurant…
Fabulous Fall Foliage
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Blue Gate
- 195 N Van Buren St
"Blue Gate is a familiar name in Shipshewana. What started decades ago as just one small shop is now a number of…
Midwest's Largest Flea Market
- 345 S Van Buren St
Shipshewana Trading Place recently celebrated being in business for more than 100 years, is the home of the famous…
Menno-Hof
- 510 S Van Buren St
See and hear the Amish-Mennonite story at Menno-Hof, the perfect place to start your visit to Amish country…
Davis Mercantile
- 225 N Harrison St
The Davis Mercantile is home to over twenty truly great stores under one roof, from candles and quilts to…
Downtown Shopping
Plan to “shop ‘til you drop” walking the quaint Harrison Street Shops for assorted gifts and apparel at Lasting…
Yoder's Shopping Center
- 300 S Van Buren St B
Four unique experiences under one roof! Visit Yoder Department Store, Yoder's Shipshewana Hardware, The Cotton…
Fabulous Fall Fests
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Market Under the Lights - The Mill
- 402 E Warren St
Sept. 28, 2024 Come join us for our fourth annual Market Under the Lights at The Mill! We plan to have a great time…
Corn School
Oct. 1 - 5, 2024 Corn School takes place the first week of October in downtown LaGrange, Indiana and is a week-long…
Fall Crafters Fair
- 455 E Farver St
Oct. 3 - 5, 2024 A long-standing event with a proven record of bringing in some of the most unique and interesting…
Essenhaus Classic Car Show
- 240 US-20
May 2 - Sept. 26, 2024 A long-standing event with a proven record of bringing in some of the most unique and…
Middlebury Pumpkin Races
Oct. 12, 2024 This is not a foot race! Race real pumpkins down West Warren Street! Grab your crew of family, friends…
Ship-Chic Fall Craft & Vintage Show
- 345 S Van Buren St
Oct. 26, 2024 We are gathering all of the crafters from the Midwest to meet up for a show featuring gifts, vintage…
Fabulous Fall Flavors
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Yoder's Meat & Cheese
- 435 S Van Buren St
Four generations have worked to bring top quality meat from our farm to your table. We specialize in locally raised…
E & S Sales
- 1265 N SR 5
At E & S Sales, you will find exceptional savings! Bulk foods for everyday use, baking ingredients, and much more!…
Fabulous Fall Fun
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Amish Cottage Shops - Off the Beaten Path
Off the Beaten Path is where you will find hidden jewels like B Honey, Silver Star Leather, or Owl Toy Craft.
Art in the Heart Trail
LaGrange County is home to over two dozen beautiful murals, most of which can be found in Shipshewana. The murals…
Barn Quilt Trail
There’s no better way to experience the culture and history of rural Northern Indiana than by hitting the road to…
Outdoor Recreation
With everything from a casual hike in a nature preserve to a 20-mile bike trail across 2 counties, we have something…
Quilt & Fiber Shops
Shipshewana is a quilter's dream destination! Whether you're new to quilting or an old pro, we're sure you will love…
Family Fun
Shipshewana is well known for Amish culture, delicious home-style cooking, amazing shows and events, and quality…
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If you are looking for a vacation that is more low-key and relaxing than go-go-go, set your sites on the peaceful and charming community of Shipshewana. The Amish theme runs strong in this town that is full of shops offering Amish-made goods, foods and more and is surrounded by Amish farms…