Experience spring in Dubois County featuring family fun festivals & events, unique shopping in our thriving downtowns & outdoor recreation opportunities to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather!
Explore the Ferdinand State Forest, Patoka Lake, or Lincoln State Park (located in neighboring Spencer County). Dubois County is home to wonderful public parks including the Parklands of Jasper, 18th Street Park in Ferdinand, Huntingburg City Park & Niehaus Park.
Swing through southern Indiana to experience destination golf courses including Nationally Ranked Sultan’s Run Golf Club featuring breathtaking beautiful scenery & Christmas Lake Golf Course, located in Santa Claus, Indiana.
Celebrate spring in Ferdinand! On Saturday, May 2 a variety of kids activities throughout town will be available in addition to a variety of vendors including food, drinks, fishing lures, clothing & plants! Also, be sure to participate in the “Grow your Garden” event the merchants are hosting. Stop by any participating store to pick up a free packet of seeds, each store offering something different!
EXPLORE JASPER THIS SPRING
In the months of March, April & May, explore the transformed downtown of Jasper, Indiana for Jasper in Bloom season! Enjoy the warm weather & listen to live music on Friday evenings beginning in May.
May 16, bring the entire family down to enjoy the annual Jasper Arts Chalk Walk Festival. Registrations are required for the full day of creativity & imagination. On Sunday, May 17 the Old Jasper Day and Strawberry Festival takes place. Bring the entire family down for a weekend of fun in downtown, Jasper, IN!
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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.
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!
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!
Pretty Bird Farms is a local you-pick flower farm located in Holland, IN! Tulips will be ready in April, so make plans to visit and walk among the beautiful flowers to cut your very own bouquet. Click here for updates on hours & dates for the u-pick summer hours.
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.
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HUNTINGBURG SPRING EVENTS
As the weather improves through spring, make a trip to Huntingburg 4th Street to stroll and shop the wide-variety of locally-owned shops, boutiques, cafes & other eateries. April 3-4, 2026 make plans to visit during the annual Daffodil Stroll. Fun for all ages!.
April 25, 2026, the annual Jazz, Wine, and Craft Beer festival is returning once again in the beautiful Market Street Park in downtown Huntingburg, Indiana. Festival patrons can enjoy wine and craft beer sampling, while listening to talented jazz musicians!Â
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Join us in Ireland, Indiana, to honor St. Patrick’s legacy and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of our community. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Event Highlights:
- Irish Trot 5K: Kickstart the festivities with a spirited run through the heart of Ireland, Indiana.
- Luck of the Irish Craft & Vendor Fair: Explore a diverse array of handcrafted items and unique products from local artisans.
- Murder Mystery Dinner: Enjoy an evening of suspense and dining as you unravel the clues to solve the mystery.
- Cars & Coffee: View a collection of cars while you enjoy coffee & company!
- St. Pat’s Parade: On Sunday enjoy the vibrant procession featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and community groups.
For a comprehensive schedule of events and detailed information, please visit the Facebook Page or official St. Patrick’s Celebration website.
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Buschkoetter’s Nursery & Lawn Care Center1638 N 350 W Hwy 56, Jasper, IN 47546 Buschkoetter’s is a home, lawn, landscaping, and garden store, specializing in trees, roses, plants, and more! |
Capture Crop Create Scrapbookin’ & Craftin’ Studio302 E 4th Street, Huntingburg, IN 47542, Huntingburg, IN 47542 At Capture ~ Crop ~ Create, we believe every memory deserves to be celebrated — beautifully and creatively. Our studio is a haven for scrapbookers, paper crafters, and memory-makers of all levels. |
Card Guys Sports Cards413 Main Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Card Guys Sports Cards is a new card collector shop located in downtown Jasper, IN. |
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Casual Home Furniture and Bedding245 US Hwy 231 S, Jasper, IN 47546 Casual Home offers a wide variety of products and services, including furnishings for every room in your home. |
Celestine Park90 N Celestine Rd N, Celestine, IN 47521 This park features a community center, playground, sand volleyball, a small soccer field at the bottom of the hill, and a baseball/softball field. |
Central Christian Church903 S Main Street, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Central Christian Church exists to be the Body of Christ on earth. It is our desire to CONNECT to God and others, to GROW in Christ and fellowship, and to SERVE the Lord with joy! Sunday Morning:Â 8:45 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM- Worship Service Wednesda … |
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Central Green370 W. 6th St., Jasper, IN 47546 Central Green is a splash pad fountain with benches for all the enjoy. Picnic tables and a restroom facility are also available. This beautiful park is located next to the Jasper’s historic Cabby O’Neal Gymnasium |
Charles C. Niehaus Memorial Park403 W. 6th St., Huntingburg, IN 47542 Scenic Trails in Charles C. Niehaus Memorial Park. Disc golf course, walking trails, and driving range. |
Chocolate Bliss & Kitchen Essentials110 E 5th Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Nestled in Jasper’s downtown square, Chocolate Bliss is an old-time candy store with a modern flair, specializing in decadent chocolates. |
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Christmas Lake Golf Course1 Clubhouse Road, Santa Claus, IN 47579 Known for its rolling hills, valleys, and sparkling lakes, this well-manicured course is peaceful as well as beautiful. |
Church Avenue ParkChurch and Brames Avenue, Jasper, IN 47546 This one-acre parkland features a shelter house, basketball court, tennis court, a playground, and horseshoe pits. |
Clarion Pointe272 Brucke Strasse, Jasper, IN 47546 The Clarion Pointe hotel is located next to the Jasper 8 Theatres, near Jasper Riverwalk and many shops/eateries. |
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Clock Shop, Repair & Sales, Antiques216 W 6th St, Jasper, IN 47546 The Clock Shop in Jasper offers antiques, clock repair services, cards, stationery, giftwrap, clocks, lamp shades and lighting, and more! |
Country Oaks Golf Course5064 E National Highway U.S. 50, Montgomery, IN 47558 This quaint, 18-hole, par 72 golf course offers a unique golfing experience with its farmhouse replica Club House and livestock barn and silo cart storage area. |
Crew’s Card Shop305 E 4th Street, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Crews Card Shop features a variety of sports trading cards whether in packs or boxes as well as trading card games like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh, and all the supplies you need to keep those cards safe and secure. He also carries supplies for pickleball, di … |
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Disinger Jewelers3770 N Newton St, Jasper, IN 47546 Disinger’s offers in-store jewelry repair, custom design, restyling and remounting, certified diamonds, laser inscribed diamonds, and designer jewelry. |
Doodlebug671 3rd Ave., Jasper, IN 47546 This locally-owned shop offers scrapbook products and supplies, digital photo processing, digital scrapbooking, beading classes, and more! |
Downtown Emporium407 E 4th St, Huntingburg, IN 47542 The Downtown Emporium is a treasure hunter’s dream shop with unique antiques and collectibles. |
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Downtown Fitness & Running605 Main Street, Jasper, IN 47546 A unique concept, Downtown Fitness & Running offers fitness classes, plus running shoes and other equipment for purchases. |
Dr. Ted’s Musical Marvels11896 U.S. 231, Dale, IN 47523 This one-of-a-kind museum offers a colossal collection of restored mechanical musical instruments from around the world. |
Dubois Community Park & Walking Path5559 E Jasper Dubois Rd, Dubois, IN 47527 This park features a walking path, shelter houses, sand volleyball courts, restrooms, and picnic areas. |
