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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Fore on 4th314 E 4th St, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Indoor golf simulator located on Huntingburg 4th Street. |
Forest Fresh All-Natural Products301 Main Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Handmade soaps, lotions, shampoos, hair conditioner, laundry detergent, cleaners, lip balms, essential oils, vitamins and herbal supplements |
French Lick Casino / West Baden Dome, French Lick, IN 47432 Only 25 miles NE of Jasper, enjoy one of the finest Indiana casinos with 1,300 slot machines, 41 table games, and a 14-table poker room. |
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Fry’d & Chop’d312 N. Main Street, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Fry’D is serving up epic fries, custom burgers, and savory wings! Throw some axes at Chop’d! |
Game Knight2867 N Newton St, Jasper, IN 47546 Game Knight focuses on creating and growing communities through the commonality of love of tabletop gaming and comic books. |
Garner Place321 US 231 S., Jasper, IN 47546 Garner Place, located in the Southgate Shopping Center in Jasper, IN, sells antiques, furniture, home décor, and more. |
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Gehlhausen’s Flowers & Gifts414 E 4th St, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Gehlhausen’s Flowers & Gifts is a flower and gift shop featuring home decor. Located on Historic 4th Street in Huntingburg, Indiana. |
Germantown Shopping Center3605 N Newton St., Jasper, IN 47546 Germantown Shopping Center features Kohls, TJ Maxx, Maurices, Dollar Tree, Harbor Freight, Wild Rose Boutique, Gliks, and more. |
Green Thumb Professional Landscaping & Garden702 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 Green Thumb provides wedding decoration (+ set up & tear down), funeral work and gifts, garden products, and so much more! |
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Greentree Furniture330 E 4th St, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Greentree Furniture is a variety store featuring furniture, home décor, apparel, accessories, handcrafted jewelry, plus more! |
Grounded Organic & Natural Foods435 S. US HWY 231, Jasper, IN 47546 Located on US 231 South in Jasper, Grounded offers a variety of natural health foods and grocery items, as well as an expresso bar. |
Gutzweiler Park16th and Dewey Streets, Jasper, IN 47546 This 3.2-acre park features a shelter house, basketball court, tennis court, ball fields, a grill, playground, and horseshoe pits. |
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Gypsy Girls312 E 4th Street, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Gypsy Girls is a boutique on 4th Street in Huntingburg selling women’s clothing, jewelry, & all kinds of unique items! |
Habig Center Walking Paths (Seniors)1301 St. Charles Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Indoor and outdoor walking paths are available on the grounds of the Habig Center. Plan your visit today! |
Habitat for Humanity ReStore4232 S. County Road 170 E., Huntingburg, IN 47542 Retail establishment selling new, used, and donated merchandise with profits supporting Habitat for Humanity home builds in Dubois Co. |
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Hampton Inn355 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 This award-winning Hampton Inn is near the heart of downtown Jasper and walking distance to the Jasper Riverwalk and near shops and eateries. |
Hasenour’s All-Natural Pork & Beef8564 S. 200 W, Huntingburg, IN 47542 Hasenour’s All Natural Pork & Beef is all about good food but also food that is good for you! They carry certified natural beef and pork. |
Heaven on 4thHuntingburg, IN 47542, Huntingburg, IN 47532 Heavon on 4th is located in the heart of downtown Huntingburg 4th Street! |
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Hibbet Sports219 Baden Strasse, Jasper, IN 47546 Hibbett Sports is a rapidly growing operator of sporting goods retail stores in the United States, carrying footwear, apparel, and equipment. |
Hilgeman’s Antiques605 Missouri St, Ferdinand, IN 47532 Hilegman’s Antiques & Auction house has a lot to offer from great collectibles, antiques, and deals! Call ahead of time for store hours. |
Hochgesang ParkSt. James and Highland Streets, Jasper, IN 47546 Hochgesang Park is a 1.75-acre park in Jasper, Indiana, that has a small playground young children can enjoy. |
