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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Jasper Arts100 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 Jasper Community Arts is housed in the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center and features 3 art galleries showcasing throughout the year. |
Jasper Arts Center951 College Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 The 675-seat theater offers some of the highest quality professional performing arts events & programs currently on tour at affordable prices. |
Jasper City Mill160 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 Guests can tour the mill, watch the workings of the waterwheel and corn meal production, and browse for souvenir items. |
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Jasper Downtown Shopping DistrictDowntown, Jasper, IN 47546 Relaxing and informative, the walking tour encompasses nearly two miles and includes visits to more than 20 of Jasper’s oldest sites. |
Jasper Flowers & Gifts1522 Newton St., Jasper, IN 47546 Enjoy some of the best hand-dipped chocolates and gourmet flavored popcorn with over sixty flavors to choose from. |
Jasper Inn951 Wernsing Road, Jasper, IN 47546 The Jasper Inn is located just 12 miles N of I64 on Hwy 231, an ideal site for travelers, vacationers, & business meetings. |
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Jasper Manor Shopping Center3rd Ave. South at Rumbach Ave, Jasper, IN 47546 Jasper Manor is an approx. 108,000 SF retail center located in Jasper. Home to JC Penny, Traderbaker Vendor Mall, Holiday Foods, and more! |
Jasper Municipal Swimming Pool1405 Bartley St., Jasper, IN 47546 Come beat the summer’s heat and cool off at the Jasper Municipal Swimming Pool, featuring a fun slide and great swimming facilities. |
Jasper Pub ‘N’ Grub514 Jackson Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Great food, great service! Go BOLD and dare to eat different! Try a truly unique burger, like our PB&J Burger, The Super Deluxe Monster Chili Cheese Burger, or the Big Texas Melt! |
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Jasper Riverwalk / Dave Buehler PlazaOff 3rd Ave. near Patoka River, Jasper, IN 47546 Features a gazebo, 4 shelter houses, fishing, boat access, grill, playground, horseshoe pits, and 2.1-mile scenic walking path. |
Jasper Youth Sports Complex1401 12th Avenue, Jasper, IN 47546 Complex includes four Little League fields, two Babe Ruth fields, five softball fields, ten lighted batting cages, and more. |
Jaycee Park1405 Bartley Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Jaycee Park features a picnic area, shelter house, and playground. Check out our Timber Challenge Obstacle Course! |
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Jenkins Family Greenhouse5413 W. 1200 S, Dale, IN 47523 Jenkins’ fifteen greenhouses supply produce for wholesale, retail, and fundraisers. Wide variety of home grown produce and products. |
John Bohnert Park600 S Meridian, Jasper, IN 47546 This 17 acre park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities including a playground, volleyball court, ball fields, and more. |
Jumping Jasper, Jasper, IN 47546 We have 11 quarter based arcade machines, ranging from racing, skee ball, to claw machines. |
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Just a Trace215 W 9th St, Jasper, IN 47546 Just a Trace is a specialty toy store in Jasper, IN. This store has great toys & gifts for children of all ages, including babies & toddlers. |
Just Whimsy509 Main St, Jasper, IN 47546 Just Whimsy is a specialty boutique that carries classic apparel, shoes, jewelry, accessories, and home decor. |
Kohls3875 N. Newton Street, Jasper, IN 47546 Kohls is located in the Germantown Shopping Center in Jasper, Indiana. |
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L.A. Nails753 Third Ave., , Nail salon located in the Jasper Manor Shopping Center. |
L.H. Sturm Hardware516 Main St., Jasper, IN 47546 Purchased by the Sturm family in 1895, it stands today as one of the oldest hardware stores in Indiana run by the same family. |
Le Nails229 N Truman Rd., , Nail salon located in Southgate Shopping Center in Jasper. |
