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Graze LaGrange

Highlights Local Restaurants and Unique Eats

Visit LaGrange and bring your appetite for all the delicious food you’ll find on Restaurant Row in LaGrange. For two weeks dine on unique graze menu items at six local favorites you won’t find any other time of year. Whether you begin at Destination 814 or Linder’s Tavern on Main, you best come hungry. Starting […]

Graze LaGrange

8 Things to Do in Winter in Shipshewana

Live out your Winter Dreams. Explore #VisitShipshewana

Winter in Shipshewana and LaGrange County brings a magical charm, turning the area into a haven for cozy and exciting activities. Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, indoor entertainment, or a little bit of both, here are some of the best things to do in winter in Indiana that’ll warm your heart. 1. Marvel at […]

8 Things to Do in Winter in Shipshewana

Gear Up for the Annual Ice Festival

January 17-18, 2025

Plan to bundle up and get out of the house for some cool family fun! Here’s the official schedule: Fri. January 17th 10am: Ice Carvers begin creating their designs for the Saturday competition. Walk the downtown and enjoy the evolution from ice block to art. Ice carvings will also be created in front of 12 […]

Gear Up for the Annual Ice Festival

Wintertime Events, Activities, and Adventure

Shipshewana and the surrounding towns are open all year long

While things may slow down in winter with the colder weather or snow falling, things do not slow down in Shipshewana. One of the most asked questions this time of year is, ‘Is Shipshewana closed?’ No, the town is open through the season. For sure, winter is a quieter time, but you’ll find shops are […]

Wintertime Events, Activities, and Adventure
Stocking Stuffers

12 Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Plus one extra everyone can enjoy!

Filling stockings is always a fun part of the holidays. Whether they’re full of candy, chocolates, or gift cards, you don’t have to look far to fill them to the brim. Shipshewana has plenty of shops to ensure your loved ones’ stockings are hung by the chimney with care and each one is overflowing with […]

12 Stocking Stuffer Ideas
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Shop Shipshewana Small Business Season

Shop small and local for unique goods, gifts, and crafts you can’t find anywhere else.

Small Business Season is the time of year to shop small and locally owned businesses. Shipshewana is chock-full of them. Each has a story to tell, a rich history, and smiling faces ready to greet you. From Amish-owned storefronts, vendors, and food stalls, to mom-and-pop restaurants and merchants, you’ll find a small business on just […]

Shop Shipshewana Small Business Season
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VOTE for Best Holiday Parade

USA Today Nominates The Lighting of Shipshewana Light Parade

The Lighting of Shipshewana Light Parade celebrates tradition, memories, and the kickoff to the Christmas season. In its 17th year, USA Today is nominating the event as Best Parade as part of its 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards feature articles. Voting is open to the public and can be done by following the link or scanning […]

VOTE for Best Holiday Parade
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9 Reasons Why Shipshewana is…

Your Family Fun Christmas Getaway!

This Christmas season, Shipshewana is brimming with heartwarming experiences and flashing light displays that will make your holiday one to remember. If you’re looking for a family-friendly getaway that will fill your heart with joy and wonder of the season, look no further than the Christmas-y town of Shipshewana, Indiana. From twinkling lights to cozy […]

9 Reasons Why Shipshewana is…
Shipshe Lighting

Cowboys, Crafts and Christmas

Perfect weekend getaway to the Heart of Amish Country!

Make it a Hallmark Weekend Getaway We’ve made it easy for you to book a stay over the holiday weekend in Shipshewana. So, grab your suitcase and leave extra room for souvenirs, holiday gifts, and take home baked goods! You’ll want to start by making sure you’ve got a place to stay. Staying at either […]

Cowboys, Crafts and Christmas
Davis Mercantile at Christmas time

Shopping Tips for A Shipshewana Christmas

Find the Perfect Gifts in a Winter Wonderland

If you’re searching for unique and meaningful gifts this holiday season, there’s no better place to shop than Shipshewana, Indiana, during the Christmas season. As the town lights up with festive cheer during A Shipshewana Christmas, the local stores are filled with festive treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds that make for the perfect presents. Stop in […]

Shopping Tips for A Shipshewana Christmas
A Shipshewana Christmas

A Shipshewana Christmas

Experience the Magic of the Lighting of Shipshewana!

As the whispers of the first snowflakes begin and the air turns cool, the quaint town of Shipshewana transforms into a winter wonderland that captures the true essence of Christmas. You’ll find holiday cheer in the heart of Indiana’s Amish Country. Shipshewana welcomes you to join in the celebration of the season with its annual […]

A Shipshewana Christmas
Fall decor

Experience the Magic of Fall!

Indiana's Amish Country

Experience the vibrant colors and crisp air of fall in Shipshewana, Indiana, where adventure awaits at every turn. Shipshewana is in the heart of Indiana’s Amish Country and offers the perfect blend of food, fun, and shopping for a memorable autumn getaway. Stroll through the bustling flea market open through September, savor locally sourced, hearty […]

Experience the Magic of Fall!
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Experience the Wild at Dutch Creek Animal Farm Park

Meet a Menagerie of Exotic Animals in Amish Country

Shipshewana is well known for its shopping and dining opportunities — but what about glimpses of rare wildlife? Getting up close with wild animals can elevate any destination to legendary status, and that’s exactly what visitors can expect at Dutch Creek Animal Farm Park. Featuring an incredible menagerie of animals, the Amish-owned Dutch Creek invites […]

Experience the Wild at Dutch Creek Animal Farm Park

Plan Fall Days Full of Family Fun

October is the perfect time for days of fall fun with the kids.

There’s nothing quite like October in the Midwest. Crisp fall air, the beauty of changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider, the list goes on. If you’re a fan of fall, you’re likely a fan of ALL THINGS FALL. So why not make a day of it? Or three? There’s no shortage of events, activities, and locations […]

Plan Fall Days Full of Family Fun

Meet Aaron Stutzman & Family!

Local Yodeler and his family form fantastic family band.

You can see the Aaron Stutzman Family perform on Sept. 5th at Raber Patio Enclosures & Furniture’s Family Fun Night! The Aaron Stutzman Family play music as a family band, featuring Gospel, Traditional Country, Bluegrass, and also some yodeling. They share their music as a ministry, and have traveled and played music throughout Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, […]

Meet Aaron Stutzman & Family!

Did You Miss Family Farm Day in LaGrange?

You can still check out the Northern Indiana Steam & Gas Show!

Every year, local Amish have a Family Farm Day on farmland in LaGrange, Indiana. The event lets non-farmers, or farming equipment enthusiasts, check out how many of the common jobs are done: threshing, baling, sawing, and stripping ears of corn just to name a few. In addition to seeing the farming equipment in action, you’ll […]

Did You Miss Family Farm Day in LaGrange?
Blue Gate patio

7 Ways to Relax and Unwind in Shipshewana, Indiana

Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of life? Experience the tranquil charm of Indiana’s Amish Country in Shipshewana, Indiana, where every moment promises a serene escape and unique experiences await. Whether you’re drawn to the quiet beauty of the countryside, the rich history and local folklore, or the opportunity to unwind amidst […]

7 Ways to Relax and Unwind in Shipshewana, Indiana

Spend a Few Days Outdoors in Gorgeous Shipshewana

We've even put together a fun itinerary for you!

Enjoy a Fun 3-Day Outdoor Itinerary! Enjoy the Waterways For those seeking a day of adventure or relaxation on the water, the experienced people at Trading Post Outfitters and T&L Country Canoes are ready to help! Rent your equipment, pick your paddling trip, and hit the water! Explore the Land The Pigeon River Fish & […]

Spend a Few Days Outdoors in Gorgeous Shipshewana

Shipshewana Named 2024 Destination of the Year.

Shipshewana Awarded Destination of the Year by the Midwest Travel Network During the Midwest Travel Network’s Conference, members voted for a variety of prestigious annual awards. For the first time, Shipshewana was awarded Destination of the Year.   For 2024 the winners are: Destination of the Year: Visit Shipshewana FAM Trip of the Year: Visit Fairfield […]

Shipshewana Named 2024 Destination of the Year.
Family camping

A Campground Round-Up

Get back to nature in the Heart of Amish Country!

All the Cool Camping Options Near Shipshewana Northern Indiana has a passing familiarity with the RV lifestyle, that’s true. And Shipshewana is no different, as it has both RV parks and RV services available. But what if you’re a ‘back to nature’ kind of camper? Do you yearn to cook over a campfire? See the […]

A Campground Round-Up
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Show Me Shipshewana Book Signing on June 15th!

Theresa L. Goodrich will be at the Davis Mercantile signing copies of her most recent book.

MEET THE AUTHOR OF SHOW ME SHIPSHEWANA: A GUIDE TO INDIANA AMISH COUNTRY Meet Emmy-winning author Theresa L. Goodrich on Saturday, June 15 at Davis Mercantile. She will be there signing copies of Show Me Shipshewana: a Guide to Indiana Amish Country. Also available will be her books Planning Your Perfect Road Trip, Midwest Road […]

Show Me Shipshewana Book Signing on June 15th!
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Biking in Shipshewana Means a Wheelie Good Time

Bicyclists love it here, and you will too!

BIKE SHOP INFO NEW! You can now rent bikes from Otto’s Bike Shop at 2 Chicks & a Chair on Harrison St. Call 574-535-3233 or scan this QR Code: Otto’s Bike Shop – Amish-owned bike rental and repairs, 8275 W 450 N, Shipshewana. For more information call (260) 768-7223. Shipshewana Bike Rental – Bike rentals are […]

Biking in Shipshewana Means a Wheelie Good Time
Kid riding on the back of a buggy

Top 5 Ways to Immerse Yourself in Amish Culture!

The Amish of Shipshewana Welcome You

Menno-Hof Museum The Menno-Hof Cultural Museum shares a narrated history of Anabaptism and how the religion eventually became the Amish and Mennonite cultures that we know today. See and hear the Amish-Mennonite story through multimedia presentations, historical environments, and colorful displays. Step into a 16th century courtyard where Anabaptism began, then board a ship of […]

Top 5 Ways to Immerse Yourself in Amish Culture!
IN Indiana

New Photo Mirror Selfie Station

Come Picture Yourself in the IN Indiana Photo Mirror!

You’ve never taken selfies like this before! Photo Mirror Selfie Stations have become a huge trend at weddings and events because you can program them with custom and specific text, digital frames, and digital backgrounds. And then visitors can mix it up to produce a one-of-a-kind selfie showing off where they’ve been! The Shipshewana/LaGrange County […]

New Photo Mirror Selfie Station
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