James Dean Memorial Service

Back Creek Friends Church 7560 S 150 E , Fairmount

At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend.  Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life:  East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy.  Memorial service …

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Leading Men Who Cook

The Covenant place 1278 S. 350 E, Marion, Indiana

Calling all local leaders, chefs, community members, and food lovers! LEAD Inc. is excited to be hosting their 10th annual fundraising cook-off: Leading Men Who Cook! On Saturday, November 4th from 5-8 PM at The Covenant Place leaders of the community will come together to compete for the title of Champion Chef while also gathering …

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Miracle on 3rd and 4th Street, Christmas City Walkway of Lights

Downtown Marion 101 E. 4th St., Marion, IN

We have booked a day full of fun for the whole family! Come out and see live reindeer, FREE Ornament decorating, FREE face painting, FREE trackless train rides, take a photo with Santa, FREE Smore's, FREE ScavengerHunt , Free puppet show, FREE movie & popcorn and much more! Enjoy delicious food with our various food …

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Grant County 4-H Winter Craft Show

Grant County 4-H Fairgrounds 1403 E. State Road 18, Marion, IN

Join the Grant County 4-H Council for the winter craft show. Check out all the vendors at the Grant County fairgrounds!

Hometown Holiday Celebration

Downtown Fairmount Main Street, Fairmount, IN

Main Street Fairmount presents Hometown Holiday Celebration! December 3rd from 4pm-6pm on The Pad for the Christmas tree lighting, free chili and cookies, free cider and hot cocoa, caroling, crafts, storytelling, face painting, Santa and more!

Annual Marion Chocolate Walk

Downtown Marion 101 E. 4th St., Marion, IN

Stroll down the charming streets of Downtown Marion and soak up the nostalgia as you go from business to business receiving a special chocolate from each stop. Tickets are $15 each and the charity that will benefit this year is SOS (save our stories) You can purchase your tickets at True Envy Boutique, Design Studio …

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Eclipse-a-palooza

Ballard Field 799 E. 3rd St., Marion, IN

Join us on April 8th for Eclipse-a-Palooza: the ultimate cosmic celebration! From 1:00-5:00 p.m., join us at Ballard Field to view the total eclipse and stay for other festivities! We're hosting live music featuring the The Barstool Bandits, food trucks, a vendor market (hosted by The Hive by HMM), and free trolley rides to other eclipse festivities in …

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National Record Store Day

Psychedelic Cellar 207 S Washington St, Marion, Indiana

Psychedelic Cellar will be participating in this year's Record Store Day!

First Fridays In Gas City

Gas City Town Hall 211 E. Main St., Gas City, IN

Bring the family to Gas City and enjoy fun activities. Free for Kids - Fun Zone, food vendors, arts & crafts vendor booths and local businesses. Each First Friday event features live music under the Hutchins Pavilion on the lawn. 2024 dates are May 3rd, June 7th and Aug 2nd.

James Dean Fans Spring Get Together

James Dean Gallery 425 N. Main St., Fairmount, IN

Join Dean fans as they celebrate the life and times of this fabled Hollywood actor.  Food, fun, games and all the famous Dean hometown sites open all weekend for tours. Details to be announced soon.

Gas City Concerts at the Park

Gas City 'Beaner Linn' Park Bandshell 718 S. Broadway, Gas City, IN

Join us for tonight's concert under the stars in the Gas City Park.  No admission charge. Toy Factory will take the stage at 7pm. For a full list of vendors and concerts check out here.

First Fridays In Gas City

Gas City Town Hall 211 E. Main St., Gas City, IN

Bring the family to Gas City and enjoy fun activities. Free for Kids - Fun Zone, food vendors, arts & crafts vendor booths and local businesses. Each First Friday event features live music under the Hutchins Pavilion on the lawn. 2024 dates are May 3rd, June 7th and Aug 2nd.

Grant County

About Grant County

Grant County, Indiana, is home to nifty attractions, outtasight events and rebellious celebrities. Whether it’s saddle shoes, classic cars, vintage bikes, James Dean, or Garfield, we love everything classic and cool. Have a blast just 90 minutes North of Indy.

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