North Region

Elkhart County — take advantage of specials at restaurants all over the county; sign up online and check out the deals.

Lafayette – Nine Irish Brothers hosts this annual celebration with Saturday breakfast before the parade; live music Saturday and Sunday. 21+ on Sunday.

South Bend – Join host Taphouse on the Edge for this creative burger competition. Attendees will be divided into burger-making teams; winning burger will be featured on the menu.

Bristol – Celebrate Northern Indiana’s culinary talent at the Elcona Country Club with a fabulous four-course meal created by three of the region’s top chefs; all courses paired with wines.

Warsaw – One Ten Craft Meatery offers an unlimited smorgasbord of delicious dishes from the chef team, including mimosas and a bloody mary bar.

Fort Wayne – Discover the taste of Amish Country when the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Showcases this gift, food and craft show.

Valparaiso – The American Factory hosts this dinner where literature meets cuisine. Chef Amanda Salas has created a literature-inspired four-course dinner with cocktails.

South Bend – Explore exciting flavors and options in the rapidly expanding world of plant-based eating; new vegan products, cooking demos, speakers.

Portage – Celebrate Earth Day and community with amazing beer, wine and spirits, live music and more at the Portage Lakefront Open Air Pavilion. 21+

Wakarusa – Enjoy three days of festivities including pancake and sausage breakfast, BBQ, maple syrup vendors, food trucks, carnival rides, games, live music.

Fort Wayne – Headwaters Park hosts one of the first outdoor fests of the season with 20+ Indiana wineries as well as food trucks and live music.

Shipshewana – Kick of festival season with concerts, kid’s activities, live entertainment, food trucks, benefit breakfast and more; Grand Mayfest parade on Saturday morning.