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Elkhart.
The city of Elkhart has amenities for all; plenty of outdoor recreation like bike paths, nature reserves, quilt gardens, parks, and our environmental center. Enjoy a range of dining and shopping options.
Elkhart is also home to several museums and cultural landmarks including the Midwest Museum of American Art, the Ruthmere Museum, the National New York Central Railroad Museum, and the Wellfield Botanic Gardens.
Experience
Elkhart.
The city of Elkhart has amenities for all; plenty of outdoor recreation like bike paths, nature reserves, quilt gardens, parks, and our environmental center. Enjoy a range of dining and shopping options.
Elkhart is also home to several museums and cultural landmarks including the Midwest Museum of American Art, the Ruthmere Museum, the National New York Central Railroad Museum, and the Wellfield Botanic Gardens.
Upcoming
Events.
July 2024
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Elkhart’s Independence Day CelebrationElkhart’s Independence Day Celebration
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
🎉 Join us for an unforgettable Independence Day Celebration on July 5, 2024, presented by Welch Packaging!Get ready for an evening filled with music, food, and fireworks as we come together to celebrate our nation’s freedom.Event Schedule:5:00 PM: Food trucks start serving delicious bites to fuel your festivit , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
Pollinator PromenadePollinator Promenade
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join our first annual Pollinator Promenade, celebrating all things pollinator! This fun “run” event features 3 competitions that will take place around our newly planted prairie: a pollinator-themed costume contest, speed walking race, and scavenger hunt. It will also showcase booths by local vendors and or , ...
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DIY Beeswax Wrap WorkshopDIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
What’s a beeswax wrap and why is it good for the planet? Find out at our DIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop at the Elkhart Environmental Center on Thursday, July 18th! Participants will make their own reusable wrap and get tips on how to reduce food waste at home. All materials for the wrap will be provided at this hands-on wor , ...
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Summer Chill Concert SeriesSummer Chill Concert Series
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
🌞 Get ready to groove this summer with our annual Summer Chill Concert Series! 🎶 Mark your calendars for the 3rd Friday of each month from June to September at 7 pm, as we bring you the hottest artists to the NIBCO Water and Ice Park!🎤 Join us for free concerts featuring incredible talents that will make your summer n , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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Summer in the Park Concert SeriesSummer in the Park Concert Series
3:00 pm
Join us for a musical journey under the sun at our “Summer in the Park Concert Series”! 🎶☀️Mark your calendars for the 3rd Sunday of each month from July to September, as we bring you free concerts starting at 3:00 pm at the beautiful McNaughton Park. 🌳🎤Get ready to groove to the beats of talented artists , ...
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE – HOUSING & EVICTION
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Birds of PreyBirds of Prey
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn about the lives of raptors at our Birds of Prey program on Friday, July 26th at the Elkhart Environmental Center! Meet LIVE birds from Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center and discover what makes these creatures such fierce and fascinating predators. After the presentation, get the chance to take photos wit , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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Upcoming
Events.
July 2024
August
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Elkhart’s Independence Day CelebrationElkhart’s Independence Day Celebration
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
🎉 Join us for an unforgettable Independence Day Celebration on July 5, 2024, presented by Welch Packaging!Get ready for an evening filled with music, food, and fireworks as we come together to celebrate our nation’s freedom.Event Schedule:5:00 PM: Food trucks start serving delicious bites to fuel your festivit , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
Pollinator PromenadePollinator Promenade
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join our first annual Pollinator Promenade, celebrating all things pollinator! This fun “run” event features 3 competitions that will take place around our newly planted prairie: a pollinator-themed costume contest, speed walking race, and scavenger hunt. It will also showcase booths by local vendors and or , ...
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DIY Beeswax Wrap WorkshopDIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
What’s a beeswax wrap and why is it good for the planet? Find out at our DIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop at the Elkhart Environmental Center on Thursday, July 18th! Participants will make their own reusable wrap and get tips on how to reduce food waste at home. All materials for the wrap will be provided at this hands-on wor , ...
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Summer Chill Concert SeriesSummer Chill Concert Series
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
🌞 Get ready to groove this summer with our annual Summer Chill Concert Series! 🎶 Mark your calendars for the 3rd Friday of each month from June to September at 7 pm, as we bring you the hottest artists to the NIBCO Water and Ice Park!🎤 Join us for free concerts featuring incredible talents that will make your summer n , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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Summer in the Park Concert SeriesSummer in the Park Concert Series
3:00 pm
Join us for a musical journey under the sun at our “Summer in the Park Concert Series”! 🎶☀️Mark your calendars for the 3rd Sunday of each month from July to September, as we bring you free concerts starting at 3:00 pm at the beautiful McNaughton Park. 🌳🎤Get ready to groove to the beats of talented artists , ...
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE – HOUSING & EVICTION
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Birds of PreyBirds of Prey
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn about the lives of raptors at our Birds of Prey program on Friday, July 26th at the Elkhart Environmental Center! Meet LIVE birds from Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center and discover what makes these creatures such fierce and fascinating predators. After the presentation, get the chance to take photos wit , ...
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Elkhart Farmers MarketElkhart Farmers Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Elkhart Farmers Market returns for the seventh year in downtown Elkhart, beginning Saturday, May 4, 2024, and running every Saturday until September 28.Join us on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Kardzhali Park (next to NIBCO Water & Ice Park) in downtown Elkhart for the Favorite Downtown Elkhart Activity.We have , ...
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City
Bikeways.
CityGreenleaf Route
Greenway Trail
Indiana Bike Lane
Lusher Bike Path
Maple Heart Trail
Riverwalk Route
Sterling Bike Lane
Strong Route
Wood Route
Greenleaf Route
Greenleaf Route – 3.8 miles
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Greenway Route
Greenway Route – 1.6 miles
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Indiana Bike Lane
Indiana Bike Lane – 1.7 miles
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Lusher Bike Path
Lusher Bike Path – 0.3 miles
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Maple Heart Trail
MapleHeart Trail – .4 miles
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Riverwalk Route
Riverwalk Route – 4.1 miles
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Sterling Bike Lane
Sterling BikeLane – 1.1 miles
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Strong Route
Strong Route – 2.3 miles
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Wood Route
Wood Route – 2.2 miles
MAP
City
Bikeways.
Greenleaf Route
Greenway Trail
Indiana Bike Lane
Lusher Bike Path
Maple Heart Trail
Riverwalk Route
Sterling Bike Lane
Strong Route
Wood Route
Greenleaf Route
Greenleaf Route – 3.8 miles
MAP
Greenway Route
Greenway Route – 1.6 miles
MAP
Indiana Bike Lane
Indiana Bike Lane – 1.7 miles
MAP
Lusher Bike Path
Lusher Bike Path – 0.3 miles
MAP
Maple Heart Trail
MapleHeart Trail – .4 miles
MAP
Riverwalk Route
Riverwalk Route – 4.1 miles
MAP
Sterling Bike Lane
Sterling BikeLane – 1.1 miles
MAP
Strong Route
Strong Route – 2.3 miles
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Wood Route
Wood Route – 2.2 miles
MAP
Parks &
Recreation.
The Elkhart Parks & Recreation Department shall provide and maintain quality parks, facilities, open/natural spaces, and services to enhance the physical, social, and emotional well-being of Elkhart’s citizenry.
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Environmental
Center.
The Elkhart Environmental Center has been opened to the public for 25 years now! This environmental education facility offers environmental educational programs, events and volunteer opportunities for all citizens. The EEC has multiple outdoor settings including the Edible Education Garden, Reflection Grove, wetlands, hiking trails, a boat launch, and more!
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Parks &
Recreation.
The Elkhart Parks & Recreation Department shall provide and maintain quality parks, facilities, open/natural spaces, and services to enhance the physical, social, and emotional well-being of Elkhart’s citizenry.
VIEW MORE
Environmental
Center.
The Elkhart Environmental Center has been opened to the public for 25 years now! This environmental education facility offers environmental educational programs, events and volunteer opportunities for all citizens. The EEC has multiple outdoor settings including the Edible Education Garden, Reflection Grove, wetlands, hiking trails, a boat launch, and more!
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