Fall in Dubois County

When the air turns crisp and the leaves transform into brilliant shades of gold and red, Dubois County becomes the perfect fall getaway in Southern Indiana. Stroll along charming main streets lined with boutiques and cafés, discover our fall festivals, or set out on a scenic drive through the rolling countryside dotted with pumpkin patches and farm markets.

From cozy coffee shops and wineries to outdoor adventures on forest trails and lakes, fall invites you to slow down and soak in the season’s beauty. Plan your visit around a weekend visit to Holiday World for their Halloweekends, extending the trip to enjoy a day strolling the downtowns of Jasper, Huntingburg & Ferdinand. 

Whether you’re looking for a weekend escape or a festive family trip, Dubois County offers the warmth of small-town hospitality paired with unforgettable fall experiences.

Read our blog to help plan your fall break getaway to southern Indiana!

Fall Festivals in Southern Indiana

Ferdinand Folk Festival

The Ferdinand Folk Festival is a FREE family-earth-friendly festival that takes place in 18th Street Park in Fedinand on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Relax and enjoy the live music played in the park from NOON – 9pm, along with food trucks, bounce houses, and vendor booths.

More details to come on musicians, vendors & other event details.

Take a Wine Cruise on Patoka Lake

Beginning in September, enjoy the Fall Foliage Wine Cruises on a 60ft tour boat, the Patoka Voyager. Tour times in September are 2-4pm on Saturdays in September & October. $75 ticket includes food pairings with 5-7 tastings of wine, 2 full glasses of your favorite and a souvenir wine glass! **Gate fee ($7 in state, $15 out of state) to Patoka Lake State Park is not inlcuded and you must enter into the State Park to get to the boat.  

Solar Stroll Huntingburg IN

Friday, Oct. 9 at dusk, enjoy a FREE outdoor movie to kick off the weekend. Bring your own chairs. On Saturday, Oct. 10, Market Street Parks hosts the annual Haunted Huntingburg Blues Festival featuring live musicians, food trucks, wine & spirits vendors, craft breweries and more! Kids can enjoy free activities and inflatables in addition to the crawl-o-ween, trick or treating from 4-6pm on 4th Street. Enjoy live music in the park from 5pm – 9pm followed by a movie in the park. 

The 3rd annual Walktober fest will take place Saturday, October 10 throughout Ferdinand. The main street organization, Framing Ferdinand works hard along with the Ferdinand Merchants Association to plan a fun day for families to explore Ferdinand. Enjoy kids activities, live music, shopping in merchants, food trucks & vendors and more! NEW in 2026 will be activities around the mural project & its completion! Celebrate fall in Ferdinand! 

Dubois County Museum Fall Activities

Bring the entire family for fun and visit the Dubois County Museum throughout the entire season of fall. NEW extended hours, 10am – 6pm, will be available on the 3rd Thursday of each month in 2026. Saturday, Sept. 12 is storytime with Robert McCloskey during the annual Archaeology Day.  The WITZ Radio Auction is Sept. 14-17 in the evenings at the museum & be sure browse & admire the art show being displayed at the museum in September & October. Sunday, October 11, enjoy live demonstrations of old-time farm activities, learn about the German heritage and culture of the area and browse the variety of exhibits on display. October 22, bring the kids for a Halloween themed night of fun from 5:30-8pm. Trick or treat in the 17 room village and enjoy treats. *RSVPs are recommended for this event.

Garden Gate Jazz, Wine & Craft Beer Festival

Explore The Outdoors

Explore southern Indiana’s outdoor recreation featuring hiking trails at Patoka Lake, Ferdinand State Forest, neighboring Lincoln State Park and several local parks & walking paths!

The Parklands is one of Indiana’s Natural destinations, featuring a 75 acre park offering  two miles of walking trails, an adventure play area, exercise equipment and pavilion and more!

Parklands of Jasper

Hike at the Ferdinand Forest

Monday, October 19, join DC Multisport for the annual Howl at the Moon Hike at the Ferdinand State Forest. 2 routes will be availabe with one option being kid friendly and the other being a more advanced hike. Be sure to bring flashlights/headlamps. The cost is free but we ask for a donation of a canned food item to donate to the community food bank.

howl at the moon hike

Book a Tee Time

Plan your weekend golf getaway to southern Indiana! Book a  tee time for Sultan’s Run Golf Club, home of the most dramatic signature hole in Indiana and add on a round of 18 holes at the local municipal course, Buffalo Trace.

Dubois County also has multiple disc golf courses including; The Dubois County Fairgrounds, 18th Street Park, Ruxer Disc Golf Course in Jasper and Niehaus Park in Huntingburg.

Fall Event Calendar

September

12sepAll DayDubois Septemberfest

12sep10:00 am12:00 pmArchaeology Day at The Museum

13sep3:00 pm4:00 pmCelebration Singers-Huntingburg United Methodist Church

18sepAll Day19Holland Community Fest

19sepAll Day“Halfway to St. Patty’s Day” - Irish Road Bowling Tournament

19sepAll DayFerdinand Folk FestivalLive Entertainment

19sepAll Day20Schnellville Community Car Show & Picnic

24sepAll Day27Huntingburg Herbstfest

24sep6:00 pm8:00 pmCrushed Glass & Resin Seascapes

26sepAll DayNight Moves (The Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute)

26sep10:00 am4:00 pmStained Glass 101

26sep7:00 pmScotty McCreery w/ Ashley Kutcher

26sep10:00 am1:00 amKids Day in Jasper

27sep2:00 pm6:00 pmPop Up Market at Pumpkins & More

October

01oct2:00 pm4:00 pmTwined Basketry: Patterned Bowls

02oct5:00 pm7:00 pmAlive After 5

02oct6:00 pm9:00 pmMingle on Main

03oct8:00 am10:00 pmOktoberfest

03oct7:30 pmGadan

08octAll Day10Frankenstein: The Radio Play

09oct4:00 pm9:00 pmHauntingburg

10oct9:00 am4:00 pmWalktober Fest

10oct12:00 pm5:00 pmFall Kids Day at Pumpkins & More

11oct1:00 pm4:00 pmFall Harvest Day at the MuseumDubois County Museum

17oct(oct 17)9:00 am18(oct 18)4:00 pmFour Rivers Arts & Crafts

17oct10:00 am4:00 pmStained Glass 101

17octAll DayDubois County Pride Festival

17oct8:00 pmSam Bush w/ The Lowland Ramblers presented by TrueScripts

22oct6:00 pm7:30 pmCookie Decorating 101: Fall Edition

22oct5:30 pm8:00 pmSpooky Streets at the Dubois County Museum

23oct6:00 pm9:00 pmI Love The 80's To Death

24oct10:00 am11:30 amThe Art of Junk JournalsWorkshop

24oct10:30 amMovies on Main-Hocus Pocus

24oct2:00 pm4:00 pmAutumn Moon Fine Arts Fair

29oct1:00 pm4:00 pmDisappearing Four-Patch Quilt Block

29oct4:30 pm5:30 pm2026 Plant ID Walks

30oct7:30 pmVanessa Carlton

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