DeKalb Outdoor Theater

From I69, travel east on State Road 8
 to Center Street. Turn right.
Theater is on the right.
Auburn, IN 46706

The DeKalb Outdoor Theater is a cultural center in DeKalb County for the performing art and is located near downtown Auburn adjacent to the DeKalb County Fairgrounds. The facility opened in 2009 and hosts a 7:30 p.m. Friday Night Performance Series that lasts from June to mid-August and is free to the public. The facility features a 60 ft. X 40 ft. stage with provisions for lighting, sound, seating and restrooms. Audiences should bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the performances in a park setting. To view the schedule or to apply for use of the facility, visit our website at www.dekalboutdoortheater.org

Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival

Discover excitement during the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival, Labor Day weekend, featuring the parade of  classics, antique show, arts and craft show, and downtown entertainment.

Website: www.acdfestival

Kruse International Auction Park

Attend the World's Largest Collector Car Auction every Labor Day weekend at Kruse International Auction Park. Over 5,000 cars for sale and over 150,000 people from all over the world attend

Website: www.kruseinternational.com

Auburn Spring Motorfair

The Auburn Motorfair is one of the premier annual auction events featuring 1000 outstanding cars, a swap meet and car corral.This event is held at the 480 acre Kruse Auction Park in May.

Kruse Auction Park
5540 County Road 11-A
Auburn, IN 46706

Call: 800-968-4444 for more information.

Supper on the Bridge

The “Supper on the Bridge” will be held on Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. on the Spencerville Covered Bridge. This is the only covered bridge left
in DeKalb County. You will be served a catered meal by Dutch Heritage Baking and Catering, live music will be played while you are dining. Cost is $25.00 per person.

Spencerville, IN 46788

For prepaid reservations, contact Roberta Carnahan at 260-238-4532 or e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Garden Walk

The Garden Walk is an annual event featuring several private and public gardens. Visitors can view these gardens to acquire ideas on landscaping, garden maintenance, plant selection, and use of hardscaping. This event is held the second Saturday in July from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is a fundraiser for the DeKalb Show Choirs of DeKalb High School.

Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call: 260-413-3747

Winter Tractor and Engine Show

Held in mid March, the show features up to 200 antique and classic tractors of all makes, plus over 50 gas engines. Special events offer a craft show, swap meet and toy show. On Sunday, a farm toy auction is held with over 500 lots of collectible farm toys. Sponsored by the National Automotive and Truck Museum and the Maumee Valley Antique Steam & Gas Association.

Kruse Auction Park
5540 County Road 11-A
Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call: 260-925-9100

CycleFest

Listen for the rumble of over 1000 motorcycles as they ride into Auburn, Indiana on Saturday, May 16, 2009 for CycleFest. The event includes a parade through the streets of Auburn, a poker run, a Peoples Choice Bike Show, field contests and the world famous burn-out cage. Food,beverages, a beer garden and great music round out this fun filled event held on the grounds of Kruse International Auction Park.

Presented by the Auburn Cord
Duesenberg Festival
Auburn, IN 46706

For additional information visit the ACD Festival website www.acdfestival.org or call the office at 260-925-3600 to receive an informational flyer.

DeKalb County Free Fall Fair

“America’s largest family reunion” can be found at the Free Fall Fair in Auburn. The fair offers national entertainment, a midway, 4-H competition and more! The DeKalb County Fair is one of the largest fairs in the state, has won many honors and is a true “free event.” Join us, beginning the 4th Monday in September, for fair week.

Auburn, IN 46706
Web: www.dekalbcountyfair.org

Heartland Show and Festival

Held the first weekend following the 4th of July, the festival promotes the cultural and historical heritage of the Butler community. Some of the activities you will experience are antique tractors and engines, museum exhibits, car drive-ins, 3k/5k walks, talent shows, downtown merchant sales, and a parade. All of this ending on Saturday evening with a large fireworks display.

Butler, IN 46721

For more information call: 260-868-5666

Ashley-Hudson Festival

The festival is held the first Saturday in August, and begins at 6:00 a.m. with a pancake and sausage breakfast at the Hudson Volunteer Fire Department. A parade starts at 11:00 a.m. in Hudson and ends in Ashley, followed with crafts, food, games and entertainment until 4:00 p.m. The day ends with fireworks and a street dance in Hudson until 12:00 midnight.

PH: 260-587-3300

Cedar Creek Antique Engine & Tractor Fun Days

This two-day event is held July 4th & 5th at the DeKalb County Fairgrounds. Daily events feature tractor games, kiddy pedal pull, kiddy pedal races, and antique tractor pulls. Food vendors on grounds.

Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call 260-927-7930 or 260-337-5031

Festival of Lights

This event is held annually the second week in December, sponsored by the Lakewood Park Baptist Church. It is one of the area’s largest Christmas Celebrations with over 40,000 computerized lights. Lakewood Park Baptist Church invites you to join them for a night of music, drama, comedy and fun.

5555 County Road 29
Auburn, IN 46706

For ticket information call the church office at 260-925-2006. Seating is limited.

Annual Holiday Gifts and Craft Show

Plan on getting your Christmas shopping well under way at our annual Holiday Gifts and Craft Show held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving. We feature quality gifts and crafts offered by over 80 vendors, entertainment and lunch available. Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

LaQuinta Inn
306 Touring Drive
Auburn, IN 46706

Contact: 260-925-3839 for vendor or general information

Annual Strawberries in the Park Festival

Sponsored by the Auburn Garden Club, the annual event will be held on June 17, 2009 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Auburn. Delicious homemade strawberry shortcakes, children’s activities, clowns, music, community and family fun, round out the day’s events.

Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call 260-925-0126

St. Joe Pickle Festival

Held the second full weekend of August. Some of the highlights include a Pickle Derby, Pickle People Contest and Pickle Cook-Off. Entertainment is held each day with lots of crafters and food vendors. Grand finale parade and tours of Sechler’s Pickle factory on Saturday.

St. Joe, IN 46785

Phone: 260-337-5470

Annual Christmas Stroll

Join us for a wonderful celebration of the holidays. Several homes are professionally decorated to express the joy of the season. This event is a great opportunity to gather ideas for decorating your own home. Sponsored by the Auburn Classic Noon Lions Club, the Christmas Stroll will be held December 5th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call: 260-925-3003.

Garrett Heritage Festival With A Bang

Held the 3rd and 4th of July at Eastside Park across from the Garrett High School. The festival is full of scheduled activities for adults, teenagers, and children. Various food, games, a car show, parade and live entertainment on the 3rd. A day of fun filled events on the 4th will culminate with a spectacular fireworks display.

Garrett, IN 46738

For information call: 260-357-3133

Annual Auburn Fall Kruse Collector Car Auction

Attend the World’s Largest Collector Car Auction every Labor Day weekend. Over 5,000 cars for sale and over 150,000 people from all over the world attend. This event also features a car corral and swap meet. The Kruse International Auction Park also host the Auburn Spring MotorFair held every May and over 35 other annual events.

5540 CR 11-A
Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call: 1-800-968-4444.
Web: www.kruse.com

Annual Red Hats in Downtown Auburn

This event will be held on June 17, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Auburn and is sponsored by the Downtown Auburn Business Association. The event features
door prizes, free give-a-ways and special discounts.

Auburn, IN 46706

For more information call 260-925-3113

Garrett Museum of Art

The Garrett Museum of Art was founded in 2008 with its primary focus to provide space for education, enrichment, and recognition of the visual arts inherent to the local community and its surrounding area. The museum is open Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 3 p.m., and is located at the old Garrett State Bank building on the corner of King and Randolph streets.

Garrett, IN 46738