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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Salamonie Fall Fest

Salamonie Reservoir 9214 W Lost Bridge West, Andrews, IN

Celebrate Fall with us at the Salamonie. Free program - gate and campsite fees apply. Events held at the modern campground amphitheater and shelter area.  Friday night 6:30pm-8pm Kettle Corn Fundraiser. Saturday 11am Live Reptile and Amphibian Talk, 12:30pm Pumpkin Decorating, 2-4pm Trick or treat for campers only, 7pm Judging for best campsite decorating with …

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Indiana Wesleyan University Homecoming

Indiana Wesleyan University 4201 S. Washington St., Marion, IN

Annual homecoming event. Various events at various venues on IWU's campus.

2022 Oktoberfest

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

$ Add Price The next month­ly ​“Dis­cov­er Mar­i­on Down­town” event is on Fri­day, Oct. 21st, 2022 from 5 – 9pm. Join us for Okto­ber­fest!, Down­town Mar­i­on at either Obi’s Bar­be­cue (fam­i­ly-friend­ly), Folkie’s (21+), or both! There will be German food, games and more!

Discover Marion Downtown

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

Celebrate Oktoberfest with us in beautiful downtown Marion!  Downtown businesses are preparing specials and surprises, such as specialized drinks, food, and activities.  A pop-up beer and wine garden will be available with games and music. 

Marion Coin Club Annual Fall Coin Show

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

15th Annual Fall Coin Show featuring dealers buying and selling coins, paper currency, gold and silver bullion. Twenty-seven dealers and sixty tables of inventory.  Free admission and parking.  Hourly door prizes. Public invited and welcome. Food and refreshments available.

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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Walkway of Lights

Matter Park N. River Rd. & N. Quarry Rd., Marion, Indiana

Walkway of Lights is an annual tradition in Marion. Pack up and come to Matter Park to see all the incredible light displays. This year Walkway of Lights is from November 19-December 30 from 5pm-10pm. It is $5.00 per car

$5.00

Gas City Christmas Lights in the Park

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

Drive through or walk through this brightly lit holiday display in the Gas City Park. Twinkling lights adorn fun holiday displays nightly from 6-9pm.  Bring the entire family and enjoy this holiday tradition. Free will donations gratefully accepted.

Fairmount Hometown Holiday Celebration

The Pad 124 N. Main St., Fairmount

Join us for this hometown holiday celebration! Family friendly and fun activities for your family to enjoy.  Free hot chocolate and cookies, kettle corn for sale, socially distanced visits with Santa and the town Christmas Tree lighting.

Let The Lights Shine on Main Street

Gas City Main Street Main Street, Gas City, IN

Join us in Gas City for a twinkling Parade of Lights to kick off the holiday season.  Parade begins about 5:30pm.  Santa arrives at the end of the parade, and a tree lighting ceremony at City Hall will begin around 7pm.  Various activities and events throughout the day including craft vendors, scavenger hunts, caroling, kids …

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Cocoa with Santa

Van Buren Fire Station 201 N. 1st St., Van Buren, IN

Join us at the Van Buren Fire Station to meet Santa Claus!  Santa and Mrs. Claus will be with us, and you can take your picture with them. Don't forget to bring your Christmas list to share with Santa. Hot chocolate, crafts and fun for the children.  Questions - contact Jen Plummer call or text …

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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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