FESTIVE & FUN Festival

season brings live music, great food

Kokomo is a city that celebrates its rich history and vibrant culture with a variety of festivals and events throughout the year. From music and art to food and sports, there’s always something to do in Kokomo. One of the biggest events in Kokomo is the annual Haynes Apperson Festival, which celebrates the city’s automotive heritage. Named after automotive pioneers Elwood Haynes and Elmer & Edgar Apperson, this festival features a parade, car show, carnival rides, live music, and more.

Summer in Kokomo doesn’t officially start until everyone has had their fill of strawberry shortcake at the Strawberry Festival. It is so popular that more than 4,000 pounds of strawberries are consumed annually during the one-day event.

In downtown Kokomo, summer means live music under the stars. From local favorites to national headliners, the Riverwalk Concert Series and the Kokomo Summer Concert

Series bring a variety of musical acts to outdoor stages.

Downtown Kokomo is also where you’ll find First Friday events. Held in select months throughout the year, these arts-based events draw crowds to lively public spaces, shops and restaurants.

Our tastiest festival is the Chocolate Celebration, while our trendiest is Brews on Buckeye. This Indiana craft beer and spirits festival features a variety of breweries, distilleries, food trucks, and live music.

Lovers of bluegrass won’t want to miss the four-day Winding Creek Music Festival where you can immerse yourself in the music or join in with the band.

And it’s not the Christmas season until the lights are glowing at the Seiberling Mansion with its stunning collection of elaborate holiday decorations or until the We Care Trim-A-Tree Festival packs Markland Mall with dozens of themed trees and wreaths. Learn more about Kokomo’s festival season at VisitKokomo.org/festivals.

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