When rain showers move through Shipshewana, keep the day simple, close, and full of stops kids will love. Plan a rainy-day route that lets your family slow down, stay mostly indoors, and enjoy the creative, cozy side of Amish Country.
Start your day at Kids Kreations, where visitors of all ages can make something uniquely their own. Create a custom doll by choosing the details that make it special or visit the bead-making center to design a keepsake like a bracelet, pen, or other colorful trinket. More than a simple craft stop, this authentic hands-on experience gives visitors the chance to make something personal, meaningful, and memorable.
Next, head to Davis Mercantile, one of the easiest rainy-day stops in Shipshewana. Families can browse shops filled with gifts, toys, home décor, clothing, and local finds all under one roof. While you’re there, take a ride on the 1906 Dentzel Carousel upstairs. It adds just the right touch of nostalgia and gives kids a fun moment to look forward to between stops.
When lunchtime rolls around, you do not have to go far. Stay inside Davis Mercantile with a hot pretzel from JoJo’s Pretzels, or make your way nearby to Country Corral Restaurant for a cozy, local lunch stop with soups, sandwiches, daily specials, and the kind of simple, satisfying food rainy days were made for.
Before heading home, finish the day with something sweet. Stop by Aunt Millie’s Candy & Nut Shop inside Davis Mercantile or make your way to Victorian Candy Company for a treat to take with you. A warm bag of nuts, old-fashioned candy, or a sweet snack makes the perfect ending to a rainy day in Shipshewana.
The best part? This rainy-day route keeps things easy. No long drives, no overpacked schedule, and no chorus of “I’m bored” from the backseat. Just hands-on fun, warm food, indoor shopping, a carousel ride, and a sweet stop to end the day.