Music Festivals of all Genres
Jazz, Polka, Country, Latino, Folk, Blues…Experience it all in Dubois County
Music lovers be prepared to make some trips to the rolling hills of southern Indiana to relax in the small towns that feature BIG musical talent in a wide range of genres. Jazz, Polka, Country, Latino, Folk, Blues, Symphony Orchiestra… Experience it all and more in Dubois County.
Dubois County is typically known for its strong German heritage, as the wood capital of the world or being known for its nationally headquartered corporations, including Jasper Engines & Transmissions, Kimball International, Best Home Furnishings, and OFS. What most don’t know, is Dubois County hosts music festivals featuring a wide variety of genres throughout spring, summer and fall, inviting music lovers to experience the many forms of live musical entertainment.
2026 MUSIC FESTIVALS
FERDINAND FOLK FESTIVAL
Nestled among the rolling hills and fields of southern Indiana, bring the kiddos to enjoy the Ferdinand Folk Festival, a family and environmentally friendly (and FREE) event on the lawn of Ferdinand, Indiana’s 18th Street Park.
The popular event takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026 providing a unique opportunity for people from the region to share a day of live music, art, and environmental/wellness education. Kids can enjoy activities, interactive performances, inflatables and the playground.
The Last Revel is the headliner for 2026 Folk Fest!
2026 Music Lineup
Hayley Payne
March to August
Valley Flower
Candi Jenkins
John Nemeth and the Blue Dreamers
The Last Revel
Music in the Park -Ferdinand Folk Fest
Nestled among the hills and fields of southwest Indiana, the Ferdinand Folk Festival takes place in beautiful 18th Street Park on Saturday, September 19th. The park provides a unique, family, and earth-friendly opportunity for people from the area to enjoy a day of...
LATINO Festival
Switching genres once again, salsa on over to the Latino Culture Festival at in Huntingburg, IN. This festival takes place on September 19 in Market Street Park.
Event Highlights: As our nation marks 250 years of history, resilience, and unity, we honor the many voices and cultures that continue to shape its future right here in Dubois County.
Saturday, September 19: 11am to 11pm
More information about ALASI and the Latino Culture Fest can be found here
Music Venues in Dubois County
With a wide variety of venues offering live music & entertainment in and around Dubois County, we encourage your to visit each of their pages to see the most up to date performances planned at each venue! Jasper Arts recently released their 2026-27 live entertainment scheduled that will feature Scotty McCreery with Ashley Kutcher, Vanessa Carlton, and many other popular groups througout the rest of 2026 and into 2027. In addition to Jasper Arts, The Astra has a great line-up of entertainment coming up! Don’t miss the popular Rock Lotto performance later in July! Read a feature story by Matt Crane on the Rock Lotto!
Rock Lotto: The Astra’s Wildcard Show Returns
Rock Lotto: The Astra's Wildcard Show Returns Written By: Matthew Crane | July 1, 2026You can never really tell who will win the Rock Lotto. "I feel like a lot of us will make guesses about who's going to win, but I don't feel like we're ever really consistent...
Hauntingburg
Save the date, October 9, 2026! With the slogan of “Join Us if You Dare,” Hauntingburg is a frightfully good time featuring live music, kids activities and inflatables, food trucks, and more!
Symphony Orchestra
The Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt is spread in six markt locations throughout the charming “Barvarian-like” village. Held November 21-22, the markt features over 200 lavishly decorated booths spilling over with quality hand-created items, antiques, art, Christmas wares, delicious regional food and wine, live entertainment, a free concert, free tours and so much more.
Talented members of the Evansville Philharmonic Ensemble perform at the “Sounds of the Season” Concert, featuring beautiful, seasonal selections and traditional Christmas carols. The concert takes place Saturday from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. EST at the Monastery Immaculate Conception. As there is no admission, a freewill offering is encouraged.
For more information on the Christmas event visit FerdinandChristkindlmarkt.com.
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