festival & events
Madison, Indiana, offers a variety of festivals and special events throughout the year.
Come join us in the celebrations! (dates and times are subject to change).Please call ahead!
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
January 2010
| Bluegrass Music | 2 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 7 p.m. Admission free |
| Bicentennial Babies | 16 | 10am – 11am. Ohio Theatre, 105 E. Main St., Madison, IN 47250 All babies born in Madison or to Madison families during 2009 will be celebrated at this final event of the Madison Bicentennial. Professional photographer Stephanie Hellmann will take a group photo. Baby Jack’s mother Kris Luckett Ziesemer will introduce a new original song. Bicentennial highlights will be shown on the big screen. Free admission and gifts for all families of Bicentennial Babies. |
| Runt of the Litter | 19 | Bo Eason, former defensive back for the Houston Oilers, inspiration story of he and his brother, Tony Eason. Hanover College, 7:30pm, Admission Charged, 812-866-7200, www.hanover.edu/ARTS |
| Art Jam | 22 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Free "happening" on the sidewalks & in the shops downtown. Art, music, galleries, shops open late, refreshments. Trolley rides, 6-9pm (most months). 5-9pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
February 2010
| Bernice A. King | 2 | Youngest daughter of the late Coretta Scott King and Dr. Martin Luther King, Hanover College, 7:30pm, free/reservations required, 812-866-7356 |
| "Swing your Sweetie" A Valentines Dance |
6 | Madison Moose Lodge, 8pm to Midnight Featuring the Doctors Band Feb 6th, 2010 Moose Lodge 1340 Michigan Rd 8pm to Midnight. $15 Single, $25 Couple, Tickets sold at door Hors d'oeuvers provided and Cash Bar. Event Benefits the Madison Main Street Program Call for info 812-265-3270 |
| Bluegrass Music | 6 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Schocalade Fest | 13 | The great chocolate fest returns to Lanthier Winery. Join us for "sweet indulgence". Bring your sweetheart for cocoa treats of all types and tastes. Discover a chocolate frenzy just in time for a valentine getaway. Gather friends, family or someone special for a sweetly fun day of chocolate, wine, and laughter. Call 800-41-WINES for romantic getaway packages to Vintage Madison. www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Wine Lover's Dinner | 13 | 4-course dinner matched with award winning wines. Guaranteed reservations required. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500. www.madisonvineyards.com |
| Mardi Gras Night | 16 | Thomas Family Winery, 800-948-8466, www.thomasfamilywinery.us |
| Art Jam | 26 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Free "happening" on the sidewalks & in the shops downtown. Art, music, galleries, shops open late, refreshments. Trolley rides, 6-9pm (most months). 5-9pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
March 2010
| Hilton Family Music Concert | 4 | New Christian County Music, 7pm, Ohio Theatre. Free admission with donation requested. Madison Bicentennial "Madison's Got Talent" winner, Drew Geerts opening act. |
| Bluegrass Music | 6 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Triptych: Three Medieval Plays | 12-14 | Hanover College, 7:30pm, free admission, 812-866-7110 |
| St. Patrick's Eve Gala | 16 | Grogan Hall, St Michael's Church. 6PM. Advance tickets $10 adult, $5 children. Celtic inspired entertaiment & Irish style dinner. Tickets available at Thomas Family Winery (273-3755) or Historic Madison Inc. (265-2967) |
| St. Patrick's Day Celebration | 17 | The Ragged Arse Tinkers w/ Tom Cunningham, 7pm to ?at Thomas family Winery, 218 E. Second Street, 800-948-8466 www.thomasfamilywinery.us |
| The Importance of Lime Based Mortar in the Preservation of Historic Masonry | 17 | Speaker James Adams, PhD., 6:30-8:30pm, at Madison Visitors Center, 601 W First St, 812-273-0556 |
| Christian Rock Concert by Addison Road | 18 | Hanover College, 7:30pm, Admission charged, 812-866-7200, www.hanover.edu/ARTS |
| A. D. | 19, 20, 26, 27 |
See Annie Huey in the midwestern premiere of A. D., written by artist-in-residence David J. Loehr, directed by Jim Stark. (Some adult themes and a bit of language.) Riverrun Theatre at The Masonic Hall, 217-219 E. Main Street. $12 Adults, $10 Students/Seniors. Reserve by calling 1.812.782.4343 or buy online . Picked by the Washington Post as one of "six intriguing picks" at the 2009 Capital Fringe Festival. "Loehr's last show just hit me to the core...can't wait to see what he does for an encore." -- Mike Riley, Washington Post |
| A Garden Affair | 20 | Louisville radio host and columnist Bob Hill (who also owns Hidden Hill Nursery and Sculpture Garden) will present a talk “Wit, Wonder and Whimsy in Your Garden” on Saturday, March 20, 2010. In addition, Dr. Larry DeBuhr from Hanover College River’s Institute will discuss, “Great Botanic Gardens of North America.” This Lanier Mansion Foundation program, will be held at the old Masonic Building in downtown Madison, 217 East Main St. and will include lunch. Admission $25.00. Reservations required by March 15, 812.273.0556. |
| The Highly Improbable Search for Trevor McDoogal | 26-28 | Hanover College, 7:30pm Fri, 2pm & 7:30pm Sat, 2pm Sun, 812-866-7110, free admission |
| Euchre Tournament | 26-28 | Clifty Inn's first ever Euchre Tournament! Call 1-877-925-4389 to register your team. Located at Clifty Falls State Park, Hwy 56. |
| Hoosier Hank & Johnny | 26 | Historic Ohio Theatre, doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:30pm. Featuring The Elly Maze, The White Lightning Boys, Jimmy Davis, Ziesemer & Luckett, Jennie DeVoe, Tim Grimm. Adults $15 advance, $18 day of show, students $12 advance, $15 day of show. www.culturalcontinuum.com |
| Spring Choral Concert | 27 | Free admission, 2pm Hanover College, 812-866-7200. www.hanover.edu/arts |
| Easter Egg Hunt | 27 | $3 per child; one free adult per child, noon-2pm |
| Joey g's Ohio River Valley Folk Festival Kickoff Party | 27 | 4pm-midnight. Joey g's, 218 E. Main Street. Different bands every 2 hours, silent auction, proceeds benefit Ohio River Valley Folk Fetsival. |
April 2010
| Madison Vineyards, Vineyard & Winery Tours | Every weekend in April | Tours start in the vineyards then progress through the production areas, ending in the tasting room and gift shop. Saturday and Sunday, 1:00, 3:00 and 5:00. |
| New 10-Min Plays from the Hanover College Playwriting and Directing Class | 2-3 | Hanover College, 7:30pm, free admission, 812-866-7110 www.hanover.edu/arts |
| Bluegrass Music | 3 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Hanover College Orchestra & Jazz Band Concert, | 6 | Hanover College, 7:30pm, 812-866-7200, www.hanover.edu/arts |
| Concert Band Concert | 8 | Hanover College, 7:30pm, free admission |
| Hot Luck & Fiery Foods | 9-10 | Thomas Family Winery, 208 East Second Street. Friday - folks bring hot & spicy covered dishes to share. Saturday - Fiery Food Exhibition, vendors sell hot & spicy wares. 812-273-3755; 800-948-8466 www.thomasfamilywinery.us |
| 13th Annual Bits & Pieces Quilt Show | 10-11 | 10:00am - 5:00pm. Jefferson County Fair Grounds. Admission $2.00, all proceeds go to scholarships in Jefferson County. Annual Event. |
| Bud Break, Blossoms & Bread | 10-11 & 17-18 | Indiana Wine Trail Event. Each winery will offer a different homemade bread paired with wine, cheeses or dips. Ertel Cellars & Madison Vineyards will have grapevine cuttings. Free event. Contact 812-273-6500. |
| Spring into JPP | 23 | Clifty Fall's Overlook Room, 6-10pm. Buffet, cash bar, Doctor's Band. Presale $60pp or $100 couple until April 15th. After April 15th $75pp or $125 couple. 812-273-2068. Benefits John Paul Park. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 23 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Free "happening" on the sidewalks & in the shops downtown. Art, music, galleries, shops open late, refreshments. ttrolley rides, 5-8pm. Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Spring Celebration Festival | 24-25 | A weekend of workshops, free wine tasting, grand garden tours. 11am-4pm Lanthier Winery 1-800-41 WINES or 812-273-2409, www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Fiddler on the Roof | 30 | 7:30pm at Shawe Memorial Jr/Sr High School. $10 adults, $5 students. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Shawe office during school hours. Call 812-273-2150 x320 for info. |
May 2010
| Bluegrass Music | 1 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Fiddler on the Roof | 1 | 7:30pm at Shawe Memorial Jr/Sr High School. $10 adults, $5 students. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Shawe office during school hours. Call 812-273-2150 x320 for info. |
| Wine Tasting Party | 1 | 4-6pm, Riverboat Inn and Suites, 906 E First St, 812-265-2361 or riverboatmadison@aol.com |
| Madison in Bloom Spring Garden Tour | 8-9 & 15-16 | Tour private gardens in the downtown historic district. Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4. Tickets are $10 (children under 12 free) Sponsored by Jefferson County Historical Society, 812-265-2335. Annual Event. www.jchshc.org, jchs@seidata.com |
| Molly Dattilo Run | 15 | Check-in at 7am, Crystal Beach Poolhouse. Registration fee - students $6, adults $14 |
| Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale | 15-16 | Auditorium of the Library. Hours vary. 812-265-2744. www.madison-jeffco.lib.in.us |
| Ohio River Valley Folk Festival | 21-23 | Top Folk Artists along the riverfront. Friday 5:30 - 10:30, Saturday noon-10:30pm., Sunday noon-6pmAdmission charged. 800-559-2956 www.ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com |
| Twilight Tasting Dinner | 22 | Madison VineyardsFour-course meal with wines in the tasting room or on our covered deck. Limited seating so make your reservations early. Guaranteed Reservations required. $35.00 per person +tax and gratuity. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 28 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Free "happening" on the sidewalks & in the shops downtown. Art, music, galleries, shops open late, refreshments. trolley rides. 5-8pm FEATURING- Take a Look at Madison (An architectural scavenger hunt.) Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Spring Old Court Days | 28-30 | An antique and craft outdoor market held around the Jefferson County Courthouse, 9am-6pm, Saturday Fish Fry, Sponsored by the Madison Pilot Club, Free Admission, 812/273-6226. Annual Event |
| Cam River Run Car Show | 29 | 12th annual car show featuring numerous vehicle classes and trophies and awards, with all proceeds going to charity. Food vendors, 50/50 drawings, D.J. music, souvenirs available. Rain or Shine. Madison's Riverfront on Vaughn Dr., 812/265-3620 ext. 4004 or 812/265-2956. www.camclub.itgo.com Annual Event |
June 2010
| Bluegrass Music | 5 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Crystal Beach Opens | 5 | Vaughn Drive & Broadway. Family swimming, handicap accessible, admission charge. Contact Madison Parks Department, 812-265-8308. |
| Outdoor Women at Big Oaks | 5 | 6th annual. A one day event for women ages 14 and up. Learn outdoor skills and appreciation -topics such as fishing, hunting, canoeing, bird watching, archery, shooting and more! Registration & fees. For additional information call 812-273-0783 or visit Big Oaks. Sponsored by Big Oaks Conservation Society & Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge. |
| Music in the Park | 11 | Featuring Darryl Hewitt Blues Band and the Slick River Rockets at the Comfort Station Stage on Main Street in conjuction with MadisonFest, 6pm Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program. (812) 265-3270 www.madisonmainstreet.com information@madisonmainstreet.org |
| Madison Fest | 11-13 | Friday - Block Party, family games, food, music, rib eating contest. Saturday - 5K run, car show, arts, music. Sunday (Bicentennial Park)- community picnic, ice cream social, free concert, family games, Mayor's Movie Night. |
| Fire Muster | 12 | Antique Fire Apparatus Display 10am-5pm, Fireman's Park on the riverfront. Tour 6 Fire Stattions. Displays. Memorabilia. For Muster info contact:Frank Taff, 609 W. Main St, Madison, IN 47250, 812-265-3762 or ftaff@cinergymetro.net |
| Art at the Mansion Day Camp | 15-18 | Architecture, print making, zoetropes to modern movie making, sculpting and much more. Kids ages 8-10. $15/day or $60/week, 9am-12pm.. 812-273-4531 for informantion |
| Twilight Tasting | 19 | Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500. www.madisonvineyards.com |
Antique Tractor Show |
19 | Jefferson County Historical Society, 615 W First St, more info call 812-265-2335. |
| Lanier Days | 19 -20 | Thundering cannons on the Ohio River at the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site in historic Madison, Indiana. Civil War encampment, period music, small battles, historic trades fair, children’s craft, historic talks and more. June 19 & 20, 2010, 10 am to 4 p.m. Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children. Re-enactors welcome. Call 812.273.0556 for more information, 601 West First St., Madison, IN 47250. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 25 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Picnic in the Park Concert | 26 | featuring The Cincinnati Brass Band at John Paul Park. Kids games begin at 5:00 p.m. followed by a picnic grill at 6:00 p.m. and then the sounds of the band at 7:00 p.m. |
July 2010
| Lanthier Winery's Annual Summer Artist Showcase | 1-31 | A grand showcase of fine art & craft, 11am-5pm, Wed - Sun, free admission. Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill Street. www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Madison Regatta | 2 - 4 | Unlimited Hydroplane Race, boat racing over 200mph, Testing and Qualifying, fireworks, music on the banks of the Ohio River, 10K Run and Race. Admission Charged, 812-265-5000. Annual Event www.madisonregatta.com |
| Bluegrass Music | 3 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Inn Cookout & Regatta Fireworks | 3 | Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park 812-265-4135 |
| Jefferson County 4-H Fair | 9-17 | 4-H Events, grand stand events each evening, food booths, midway rides. Admission Charged, 812-265-8919 Annual Event |
| Music in the Park | 9 | Featuring Cloigheann, 7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison. Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concert. Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program (812) 265-3270, www.madisonmainstreet.com information@madisonmainstreet.org |
| Take a Kid Fishing Day | 17 | 7 am to 2 pm. Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge. Contests, prizes. FREE FISHING day!! No fishing licenses required when accompanying a kid (15 and under). There will be free hot dogs/drinks and chips for all who attend, as well as |
| Twilight Tasting Dinner | 17 | Madison VineyardsFour-course meal with wines in the tasting room or on our covered deck. Limited seating so make your reservations early. Guaranteed Reservations required. $35.00 per person +tax and gratuity. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500. www.madisonvineyards.com |
| Midsummer Celebration | 17 | Lanthier Winery. Wine samples join a gourmet bread and cheese buffet, Noon to 3pm. Located at 123 Mill Street Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. |
| A Night in November | 20,23,24 | Riverrun Theatre Co. revisits one of its most popular shows with A Night in November, written by Tony Award winner Marie Jones, directed by Tom Evans. Tues - 7:30pm (benefit for The Ulster Project -$20), Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2pm. The Masonic Hall, 217-219 E. Main Street. Use the elevator at Something Simple to reach the 3rd floor. www.riverruntheatre.org Tickets for Fri & Sat are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 23 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Mayor's Movie Night | 23 | On Madison's Riverfront. Better than a drive-in movie. Free, bring your lawnchairs. Feature movie is Sandlot - great for the kids and family. Starts at dusk. |
| Danny Browning | 28 | Broadway Hotel, 7pm. For tickets & info call 812-265-2346 |
| Annual Butterfly Count | 31 | Great Spangled Fritillaries, Spicebush Swallowtails, and Silver Spotted Skippers! At least 40 species of butterflies have been spotted during the survey in each of the previous counts. Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge. Meet at the refuge office on Saturday morning July 31 between 7:45 and 8:00 am.
A $3.00 donation to the North American Butterfly Association for those participating in the count would be appreciated. Contact: Beth Black or Joe Robb, 812-273-0783 or email: beth_black@fws.gov
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| Troubadours of Divine Bliss | 31 | 8pm, Thomas Family Winery, 208 E Second, 812-273-3755 |
August 2010
| Lanthier Winery's Annual Summer Artist Showcase | 1-31 | Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission. |
| The Clocgheann Toga Party | 7 | 8pm. A Celtic-Roman Bacchanalia. Sacrifices, prizes, togas, Roman snacks, comedy/tragedy Togas a must! Loaners available. Thomas Family Winery, 208 E Second, 812-273-3755. |
| Twilight Tasting Dinner | 7 | Madison VineyardsFour-course meal with wines in the tasting room or on our covered deck. Limited seating so make your reservations early. Guaranteed Reservations required. $35.00 per person +tax and gratuity. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500. www.madisonvineyards.com |
| Bluegrass Music | 7 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Music in the Park | 13 | Featuring Conch on the Half Shell, 7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison. Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts. Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program,. (812) 265-3270, www.madisonmainstreet.com information@madisonmainstreet.org |
| Hot August Cruise In | 14 | Sponsored by Madison Auto, Napa Auto Service Group. Contact Alisa at 812-265-4133. |
| Madison RibberFest | 20-21 | 9th Annual. Two day treat for the taste buds! Madison’s Indiana State barbecue cook-off held along the Riverfront. Blues music, balloon races, food & fun for the entire family. 800-559-2956 or 812-265-2956. Annual Event www.madisonribberfest.com |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 27 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Neavill's Grove "Old Settlers Meeting" | 27-29 | Deputy Pike, Smyrna Township. Antique farm machinery, arts and crafts, flea market, entertainment, food, games and contests. Sponsored by Neavill's Grove Association. 812-273-3807. Admission Free. Annual Event |
September 2010
| Lanthier Winery's Annual Autumn Artist Showcase | 2-30 | Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission. |
| 144th Chelsea Jubilee | 4-5 | Indiana's Oldest community reunion. Held at Saluda township park, Highway 62 in Chelsea. Friday 5pm to 11pm, Sat. Noon to 11pm. Chelsea Park Jubilee Association, Inc. 812-889-2726 or 877-693-1401. Admission Free. Annual Event |
| Bluegrass Music | 4 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free. |
| Mayor's Movie Night | 5 | On Madison's Riverfront. Better than a drive-in movie. Free, bring your lawnchairs. Feature movie is UP - great for the kids and family. Starts at dusk. |
| Music in the Park | 10 | Featuring Edgewood, 7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison. Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts. Sponsored by Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, (812) 265-3270, www.madisonmainstreet.com information@madisonmainstreet.org. |
| Canaan Fall Festival and Pony Express Mail Run Celebration | 10-12 | Flea Market, parade, entertainment, Pony Express mail run, contests, children's games, homemade ice cream. Fri 9am-10pm, Sat 8am-10pm, Sun 9am-5pm. 812-839-4770 or 812-839-4101 Admission Free. Annual Event |
| Hispanic Cultural Awareness Day & Celebration | 11 | Food, Mariachi Music, Dance, Puppets, Information,Fun for the Entire Family. Please come and ENJOY the festival! Broadway Fountain, 4-9pm. Contact 812-273-4350. |
| Twilight Tasting | 18 | Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com
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| Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale | 23,24, |
Auditorium of the Library. Hours vary.812-265-2744.www.madison-jeffco.lib.in.us. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 24 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Fall Old Court Days | 24-26 | An antique and crafts outdoor market held around the Jefferson County Court House, Saturday Fish Fry. 9am to 6pm, Daily, Sponsored by the Madison Pilot Club, 812/273-6226. Admission Free. Annual Event |
| Annual Harvest Celebration Festival | 25-26 | "Fall into Fun". A cornucopia of artists, crafters, festival food and wine engulf the gardens surrounding Lanthier Winery. Celebrate the harvest traditions amidst the brilliance of autumn. 123 Mill Street Location, vintage Madision, Indiana. Call 800-41-WINES for more information about this prestigious event. www.lanthierwinery.com |
| 40th Annual Madison Chautauqua | 25-26 | Celebrating 40 years! Juried outdoor fine arts and crafts show. 270+ booths, Continuous entertainment, children's activity tent and food fest, Sat and Sun, 10am-5pm, Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 812/265-2956. Admission Free. Annual Event www.madisonchautauqua.com |
| Music in the Park | 25 | 7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison. Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts. Sponsored by MAdison Chautauqua. Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, (812) 265-3270, www.madisonmainstreet.com information@madisonmainstreet.org. |
| Falls 5K Walk/Run | 25 | Clifty Falls State Park & Kings Daughters Hospital Fee Charged 812-265-0175 www.kdhhs.org |
| Merry Collectors 7th Annual Ornament Sale | 25 | Buy, sell, trade Hallmark ornaments. Senior Citizens Center, 208 W. Main St., 10am-4pm, 812-273-2318 or debbie.boston@yahoo.com |
| Lee Bottom Fly-In | 25 | Annual event. Lee Bottom Flying Field. Music, food, 812-866-3211. www.leebottom.com |
October 2010
| Mayor's Movie Night | 1 | On Madison's Riverfront. Better than a drive-in movie. Free, bring your lawnchairs. Feature movie is ET - great for the kids and family. Starts at dusk. |
| Lanthier Winery's Annual Autumn Artist Showcase | 1-30 | Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission. |
| Bluegrass Music | 2 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free. |
| Madison Aviation Spectacular | 2 | An old fashioned Fly-In & air show. Madison Municipal Airport. Vendors and concessions available. Call for more information 812/265-2803. Admission Free. Annual Event csauer@seidata.com |
| Fall Fest at Madison Vineyard | 2 | Live music on outside stage, noon to 5 p.m. Winery tours on the hour. German brats and sauerkraut available. 1456 E. 400 N. 812-273-6500/ 888-473-6500. madisonvineyards.com |
| Tri Kappa Tour of Homes | 8, 9,10 | Tour private homes in Madison's historic district. 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday. Admission charged. www.trikappatourofhomes.com Contact: Beta Omega ChapterTri Kappa, P.O. Box 273, Madison, IN 47250 |
| Belle of Louisville Cruises | 8 | The Rivers Institute of Hanover College is celebrating the bicentennial of the event that changed the course of history in North America - the beginning of the Steamboat Era of history. You can cruise up & down the Ohio River or enjoy a special charter cruise in Madison. Reservations required. Admission charged.. Tickets on sale NOW! www.hanover.edu/belle |
| Hunters Moon Celebration | 9 | Fall gardening, crafting and workshops to the gardens of Lanthier Winery. The Big Bulb drop and Fall Great Divide mix with our french country garden's colorful blossoms to make Hunter's Moon a truly splendid celebration. Held at 123 Mill Street. Contact 1-800-41-WINES for information.www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Soup, Stew, Chili & Brew | 9 | On Madison's Main Street. Individuals, businesses, and organizations compete to make Madison's best soup, stew or chili. 11am to 5pm. Tasting is by donation. Music onstage at Main & Mulberry. Call 812-265-3135. Sponsored by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. Free admission. Annual Event |
| Lanier Liar’s Bench. | 16 | Participants make up their own “lies” about strange artifacts or events, on the Lanier Mansion Grounds, 2pm-6pm Admission tbd, 812-273-0556 |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 22 | Fourth Friday downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street - EVERY FOURTH FRIDAY www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Night Spirits | 22 | 7-9pm. Macabre true tales from Madison's past told by six "spirits" on the Lanier grounds. Wine & cheese reception follows the ghostly tour. For mature audiences. Walking required. $10 per person. Lanier Mansion 812-273-0556 for information. |
| Spooky Mansion | 23 | Lanier Mansion State Historic Site - trick or treat thru the mansion's 1st floor. Creepy Crafts, Civil War Ghost, refreshments around a bonfire, spooky ghost stories in the basement. $3 per child - children under 12 must be accompanied by adult. 7-9pm Lanier Mansion 812-273-0556 |
| Annual Halloween Party | 30 | Thomas Family Winery, 208 E Second St, 800-948-8466, 8pm - 11pm, costumes requirred www.thomasfamilywinery.us |
November 2010
| Indiana Wine Trail Fall Haul | 5-6 | Tour all six Southeast Indiana Wineries, food and wine pairings. www.indianawinetrail.com |
| Bluegrass Music | 6 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free |
| Light Up Madison | 12 | Join Santa and the Mayor on Broadway to watch the City illuminate with lights at 5:30. Performances by Rivertown cast. Santa & Mrs. Claus. |
| Who’s Sleeping in my Bed (and Breakfast) Mystery Package. | 12 & 13 | New and different package but you will still tour the B&B’s; have great food and much more. Cost $375 incl tax. For more info Kathy @ 888-687-5863 |
| Downtown Open House | 12 | Historic Downtown Madison Merchants present their Christmas Open House. The shops will have lots of goodies and surprises for you; Open until 9PM. The Madison Trolley will be having free rides during the event. Be sure to register for the $500 shopping spree courtesy of the Madison Courier. |
| Second Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 12 | Downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Twilight Tasting | 20 | Four course meal featuring a glass of our newly released Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500. www.madisonvineyards.com |
| Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes | 26 & 27 | Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Adult tickets $16, children $6. Fridays and Saturdays from 5-9pm, . Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Annual Event www.nightsbeforechristmas.com |
| Host of Angels | 26-Dec 23 | View one of the Midwest’s largest private collections of angels. Kick off the holiday season with a splendid gathering of traditional holiday angels, celestial creatures and cherubs at123 Mill Street- No admission 11am-5pm Wed-Sun. Families are welcome; children must be accompanied by adult. www.lanthierwinery.com |
December 2010
| Host of Angels | 1-23 | View one of the Midwest’s largest private collections of angels. Kick off the holiday season with a splendid gathering of traditional holiday angels, celestial creatures and cherubs at123 Mill Street- No admission 11am-5pm Wed-Sun. Families are welcome; children must be accompanied by adult. www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes | 3 & 4 | Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Aadult tickets $16, children $6. Fridays and Saturdays from 5-9pm, . Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Annual Event www.nightsbeforechristmas.com |
Christmas Parade |
4 | Downtown Madison. Begins at Main and and Jefferson ends at Main and Mill 4:00pm. contact christmasparade@madison-in.gov or 812-265-8300. Annual event. |
| Sugarplum Celebration | 4 | “taste the spirit of Christmas” complimentary samples of fudge, cookies, candies, & sugarplums 11am-3pm 812-273-2409 www.lanthierwinery.com |
| Bluegrass Music | 4 | Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free. |
| Handel’s Messiah | 5 | Madison Ohio Valley Choir and the Hanover College Choir, 2pm, Hanover College, 812-866-7200. $7. Tickets are available at The Madison Courier, 310 West St. and at the door, at the Fitzgibbon Recital Hall in Hanover College’s Fine Arts Building. |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | 10 | Downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street -www.madisonmainstreet.com |
| Spirit of Christmas Past | 11 | Holiday program for children at Lanier Mansion includes Victorian Santa, Stories, Craft, and Refreshments, 2pm-4pm, $3 per child, 812-273-0556 |
| Fourth Friday Art & Shop Hop (Formerly Art Jam) | tbd | Downtown celebration. Artists, refreshments, entertainment. FREE trolley rides. 5-8pm Madison Main Street -www.madisonmainstreet.com |
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