Kokomo offers a variety of annual festivals and fairs featuring music, family fun, and of course, food!
First Fridays
Free arts-based open house in downtown Kokomo held on the First Friday of every month with fun themes and family activities.
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Chocolate Celebration
Indulge in irresistible treats at this event celebrating all things chocolate! Held the first Friday in February.
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Greatest Spectacle in Tasting
Sample fine wines, micro-brews and craft beers. Enjoy silent auction, local food and live music. Ages 21 and over. Held mid-May on the grounds of Bona Vista Programs.
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Strawberry Festival
Celebrate the start of summer with the Strawberry Festival in downtown Kokomo. This event is held on the first Friday in June and features vendors, entertainment, food trucks, family-friendly activities and, of course, strawberry shortcake!
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Kokomo Summer Concert Series
Enjoy well-known bands and musicians from around the country at the Kokomo Arts Pavilion in Foster Park. All concerts are free. Held June-September.
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Brews on Buckeye
Indiana craft beer and spirits festival with a variety of breweries, distilleries and food trucks along with live music. Held in late July/early August on Buckeye Street in downtown Kokomo.
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Howard County 4-H Fair
Explore 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, food vendors, carnival rides, live entertainment, music, queen pageant and much more. Held mid-July at the Howard County Fairgrounds in Greentown.
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Haynes Apperson Festival
Celebrate Kokomo’s automotive heritage with car shows, parade, rides, food, live entertainment, sports festival and concerts. Held Fourth of July weekend in Foster Park in downtown Kokomo.
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Winding Creek Music Festival
Local and national bluegrass groups and musicians, workshops, arts & crafts vendors, food and drink. Held in mid-August in western Howard County.
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Koh-Koh-Mah Living History Encampment
18th century arts & crafts, food, music, demonstrations, and battle re-enactments. Held in mid-September in western Howard County.
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Christmas at the Seiberling
Tour the Seiberling Mansion, adorned with elaborate holiday decorations and thousands of holiday lights – inside and out. Held the Saturday after Thanksgiving through Christmas.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in the New Year with annual ball drop, music and fireworks. Held on the Courthouse Square in Downtown Kokomo.
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