Indiana Blueberry Festivals in 2024
Update for 2024:
It looks like most festivals are returning, aside from those that were killed off by the lockdowns of the past 2 years. That took a heavy toll on their finances. I am checking with them day by day, if you have an update for an, please tell me via the
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Looking for a blueberry festival in Indiana in 2024?
(just scroll down the page)There is no other listing as
complete and current as this list, just updated! All the blueberry
festivals in Indiana we can find are listed on this page!
If you love strawberries, look for a festival near you below! And I'm always
looking for more blueberry festivals! Please write me, if
you know of any to add! I update the dates as soon as the festivals
publish their information, but you can always click on the links (usually
the name of the festival) to see the current information on the festival's
own website.
Always click on the links to the festival to confirm this year's dates; weather and other conditions could cause a change at the last minute. They may change or
cancel
at the last minute. . If they don't have a
website, call the phone number provided, but ALWAYS CONFIRM THIS YEAR'S
DATES AND TIMES BY EITHER VIEWING THEIR WEBSITE OR CALLING.
Click here for the form to add a festival and have detailed information; or click
here if you have general information and are not connected with the event!
2024 Blueberry Festivals in Indiana - Where, When and More to Find a Blueberry Festival Near You!
Indiana
Blueberries typically ripen in July in the Midwest and some go to
the end of August. July
dominates as the month for blueberry production (and festivals)
Unlike strawberries, which grow almost anywhere, blueberries are
grown commercially in half as many states.
There are two general types of blueberry festivals 1) community festivals, usually organized by a church, school, local Chamber of commerce or a town and 2).
Blueberry festival held at and by a farm. They are different in what they
offer, and
community festivals tend to be less expensive so they are grouped separately.
(of course not all states and areas have both.)
Following the
festival listings are links to our easy to follow directions about
making blueberry jam, freezing blueberries, blueberry pies and
much more.
Community Blueberry Festivals
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Marshall County Blueberry Festival -
4 days, over Labor Day weekend,
late August and early September
Centennial Park, 1660 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. Phone: 888-936-5020. Alternate phone: 574-936-5020. Email:
blueberryfestivalmail@gmail.com. Crafts, Commercial & Food Vendors
are an integral part of the Blueberry Festival. Over 300 craft vendors from
all across the United States showcase their goods. Local and regional
businesses take the opportunity to promote their products and services in
the commercial area. And what would a festival be without food. With 100
booths to choose from there is a tasty treat for everyone. Of course
blueberries are in abundance especially in our non-for-profit area. These
groups offer the very best in blueberry delights like blueberry pie,
blueberry ice cream, blueberry shakes, sundaes, donuts, blueberry cheesecake
and just plain blueberries! Sports activities abound all four days of the
festival from youth to adult activities including softball, tennis,
volleyball, arm wrestling, garden tractor pulls, horse pull, kiddie tractor
pedal pull, cheerleading and in 2008 the return of a 3 on 3 basketball
tournament. Annual events such as the Hoosier Old Wheels Antique Car Show,
the wildly popular Blueberry Stomp 5K/15K run, Bicycle Cruise, hot air
balloon launches and glow, the fabulous Labor Day Parade, Historic
Americana, and the spectacular fireworks display. Enjoy entertainment on 3
stages all weekend long, there is not cost or reservations needed. Other
events and activities take place all weekend long in the community as well,
(see
festival schedule page). No Pets Allowed.
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Marshall County Blueberry Festival is Indiana's largest 4 day festival. Held annually over Labor Day Weekend.
Marshall County Blueberry
Festival facebook page.
A family friendly festival, where all ages
can come together to enjoy different kinds of activities, while enjoying each others company.
Blueberry Festival Parking
For a reasonable fee of $10
per car or $20 per car for a weekend pass, park in the official festival parking located at Plymouth High School. This parking area offers FREE round-trip
tram service to and from the Blueberry Festival for each person in the vehicle. Blueberry parking raises thousands of dollars for Plymouth High School
organizations. This parking area, as well as the trams, are handicap accessible. ALL HANDICAP IS AT THE HIGH SCHOOL. Look for the Blueberry Parking signage
on US 30 & 31 approaching Plymouth for parking directions. They also have activities, like B&C Fury Laser Tag, Carnival Rides, Hank's House, John
Dudley, Pony Rides, Silly Safari, Wheels of Agriculture Game Show.
With over 400 crafters from all across the United States our vendors offer an
extensive display of arts and crafts. Located throughout the park, festival goers can choose from unique handcrafted jewelry, wire art and pottery, to
soaps, wood crafts and wreaths. Sales start Thursday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Monday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Terre Foods Cooperative Market Blueberry Festival - Saturday in mid-July from 11 am
to 6 pm
1253 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47807. Eat blueberry sundaes with fresh blueberries or blueberry compote. Buy quarts or 10 lb. boxes. Vendors
and musical entertainment. Information on becoming a member-owner of Terre Foods Cooperative and help make our store a reality. 2023 will be the 14th year.
Farm Blueberry Festivals
In addition to community and church festivals, some private farms have their own blueberry festivals.
See each farm for this year's dates (they often do not announce them
until the end of May). They usually have PYO strawberries then, too.
Also, scroll down to see the links to recipes, freezing, canning and jam making
directions at the bottom of the page.
-
Johnson's Farm Produce
Blueberry Festival
- Blueberry Madness Festival Mid-July (check their site) , usually weekends in late June and July Dates subject to change
depending on our weather
8960 East Ridge Road, Hobart, IN 46342. Phone: (219) 962-1383. Email:
johnsonsfarmproduce@gmail.com. Open: See our website for current hours.
Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions:
Click here for a map and directions.
This year our Blueberry Madness Festival will be three weekends! There are
few things in this world as sweet, delicious and healthy as fresh-picked
blueberries! At this year's Blueberry Madness Festival, we will have lots of
delicious blueberry treats and blueberry fun. Don't miss it! Free samples
throughout the day. TONS OF FUN FARM ACTIVITIES. Pedal Carts, Jump Pillow
and Jump Pad, Straw Mountain, Challenge Course, Sports Games, Produce
Cannons, Choo Choo Train, Corn Box, Triple Slide, Johnsons Town, Goat
Village, Pipe Swings, Tram Rides, and more! Special Appearance from
Blueberry Muffin.
- Mallow Run Winery Red,
White and Blueberry Festival - From July 1 - 3,
6964 West
Whiteland Road, Bargersville, IN 46106. Phone: 317-422-1556. Email:
info@mallowrun.com. Blueberry hard
cider, food trucks and music. Saturday's event is 6 to 9 p.m. and features
music from Sounds of Summer at 6 p.m. and a fireworks finale. Sunday’s music
features Indy Annies from 2 to 5 p.m. There is a $10 per car charge on
Saturday after 5 p.m. Join us for a weekend of food, music and all things
blueberry! We’ll release our special Blueberry Wine & Blueberry Hard Cider –
pair it with great live music and some of Indy’s best food truck eats.
Saturday Music 7pm: Sounds of Summer plus a FIREWORKS FINALE
Sunday Music
2-5pm: Indy Annies. Family friendly. Complimentary wine tasting in the
tasting room until 6:00pm. Wine also available at outdoor bar. Wine
available for purchase by the glass or bottle. All beer and non-Mallow Run
alcohol prohibited by Indiana law.
- Vogt's Farm Annual Blueberry Festival - Early July from 10 am to
7 pm
Vogt Farm, 12115 North State Road 129 , Batesville, IN 47006. Phone:
812-934-4627. Email:
vogt_farm@yahoo.com. Blueberry treats, live music, crafts, petting zoo,
and much more at Vogt's Farm, south of Batesville on SR129. 10am; 7pm.
And on the last weekend in September and the first three weekends in
October is our Pumpkin Festival.
Related Blueberry Information: Freezing, Making Jam,
Jelly,
Canning, Blueberry Pies, Recipes and More
Also, see our pages on easy illustrated blueberry
directions:
For other fruit and vegetable festivals, see this page!