As summer begins to draw to a close, there's still plenty of fun to be found in Morgan County! Explore the outdoors, enjoy local dining options and more. Farmers' Market is still going strong with a plethora of locally grown produce and handcrafted items. Lots of live music options are on the calendar for August and as always, we'll be adding new events to the event calendar all month long!
Tuesdays & Saturdays - Morgan County Farmers Market
The first week of August is National Farmers Market Week! Join area growers and crafters at the Farmers Market each week through September. Tuesday Market takes place at the Friends Church in Mooresville from 3 to 7 pm and Saturday Market takes place at The Main Connection in Martinsville from 9 am to 1 pm. Vendors feature locally grown veggies, eggs, meat and handcrafted items such as jewelry, soaps, candles, woodcrafts and more. There are frequently live music performances during the market as well!
Thursdays - Cruise-in on the Square
Join the fun with a variety of vintage cars each Thursday evening in downtown Martinsville. Beginning at 5 pm, cars, trucks and other vehicles begin arriving at the courthouse square for Cruise-in on the Square, a weekly event that creates a fun and festive atmosphere for anyone looking for a great place to enjoy dinner, shopping and a stroll around the square with a unique backdrop. Talk with vehicle owners and enjoy a relaxed evening downtown.
Fridays - Taps on the Square
Each and every Friday evening on the courthouse square, watch and listen as American heroes are honored with Taps on the Square. This weekly event has taken place without fail since December, 2012. Names are read beginning at 6:55 pm and live, rolling Taps is sounded at the the seventh bell by the Indiana Spirit of '45 Buglers. This is truly an experience - even those enjoying outdoor dining at area restaurants or walking down the street will pause in respect for this weekly Morgan County tradition.
Aug. 3 - Free Summer Concert: Duke Tumatoe & The Power Trio
Martinsville's new downtown performance venue will be rockin' on August 3 with the sounds of the legendary Duke Tumatoe and The Power Trio. This is a free show and all are welcome. Music begins at 7:30 pm. Food trucks and adult beverages available on site. Bring your own seating. Coolers welcome; no outside alcohol.
Aug. 3-6 - Mooresville Old Settlers Fair
The Old Settlers Fair is an iconic Mooresville festival that takes place this year on August 3-6. This year's dates are a new Thursday-Sunday format, making it easier than ever for you to come enjoy an end of summer celebration! You'll find carnival rides, games, community booths, great food and live entertainment at Pioneer Park. The carnival is open 5 to 10 pm Thursday through Saturday and 1 to 10 pm on Sunday after the parade. The Old Settlers Parade will be Sunday at 2 pm. Stop by for a lemon shake up and enjoy one of last big festivals of summer in Morgan County. Admission to the festival is free.
Aug. 4 - Howl at the Moon Adoption Event
The Morgan County Humane Society invites you to come find your new best friend, after hours! Join them for a special Howl at the Moon adoption event on the evening of August. 4. Dogs and cats will be available for walk-through viewing, outdoor play yards will be open for meet and greet opportunities and adoption applications are eligible for same-day approval! Stop by after work from 5-10:30 pm. Adoption fees reduced for this event.
Aug. 5 - Flag Town 5K & 10K Run/Walk
This fun running event has quickly become a local tradition in Mooresville. The Flag Town 5K & 10K race takes place during the Old Settlers Fair opens at Pioneer Park. Registration is available online or on site. Participants will receive a commemorative Flag Town t-shirt, finisher medal and swag bag. The course is paved; packet pickup begins at 7 am at Shelter 7; race starts at 8 pm.
Aug. 5 - Mooresville Masonic Lodge Car Show & Fish Fry
Stop by the Mooresville Masonic Lodge on Saturday, Aug. 5 for a car show and fish fry. Car registration begins at 8 am and the fish fry begins serving at 11:30 am. Car show awards are given in several categories and all types of vehicles are welcome (even kids' cars!). The Mooresville Masonic Lodge is right across from Pioneer Park on Indianapolis Road. The Fish Fry is a two-day event that continues on Aug. 6!
Aug. 5 - Dirt Track Racing & Fireworks at Paragon Speedway
Enjoy the action on the dirt track oval with racing on August 5 with the Midwest Sprint Car Series, Kenyon Midgets and Baily Hicks Memorial - plus the rescheduled fireworks show! A Morgan County tradition for generations, Paragon Speedway's fast paced dirt oval provides lots of thrills and excitement for all ages. As always, kids are free with a paid adult admission. Check the calendar for each date to verify ticket price and the types of cars that will be on the track that night.
Aug. 5 - Drink at the Creek: Cabanarama & Naughty Yachtys
This month's installments of the Drink at the Creek Concert Series will kick off on August 5 with a Caribbean flair, performed by Cabanarama and the Naughty Yachtys. Music will begin at 5 pm; food and beverages will be available on site. Bring your own seating. All ages welcome. Coolers welcome; no outside alcohol. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 day of show; available online at rdproductionsllc.com or in person at Cedar Creek Winery.
Aug. 5 - Live Music: Clint Zimmerman
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Clint Zimmerman! Live music starts at 6 pm and Hoosier Que will be serving up tasty BBQ, pizzas, pretzels and more! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 6 - Live Music: The 78s
Popular duo The 78's will perform at Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery on Aug. 6, from 2-5 pm. Come enjoy a fun, casual concert in a beautiful setting. The on-site eatery will be open as well. This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 10-12 - Community Yard Sale/Flea Market
Join Morgan County Parks and Recreation for a community wide yard sale and flea market at the Old Wilbur Schoolhouse on Thursday, August 10-12. Enjoy some treasure hunting between 9 am and 4 pm on Thursday and Friday and from 8 am to Noon on Saturday.
Aug. 11 - 2nd Friday Open Studios Night
Come out to the Art Sanctuary of Indiana in Martinsville on Friday, August 11 for their monthly Open Studios Night from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Stop in and chat with nearly two dozen resident artists, see their work and explore their studio space before or after enjoying dinner at a downtown eatery.
Aug. 11 - Outdoor Movie: Top Gun Maverick
Head for the new Downtown Performance Venue in Martinsville for fun movie night! On Friday, August 11, Martinsville Parks and Recreation presents Top Gun Maverick. Bring your own chairs or blankets for seating. Movie begins at dusk; soft drinks and popcorn available on site for a small fee.
Aug. 12 - Live Music: The Roundups
Enjoy live music at Bicentennial Park in downtown Mooresville on August 12. Music starts at 7 pm with The Roundups. This is a free show and all ages are welcome; bring your own seating. Picnics welcome but no outside alcohol allowed.
Aug. 12 - Live Music: Austin James
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Austin James! Live music starts at 6 pm and Hoosier Que will be serving up tasty BBQ, pizzas, pretzels and more! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 12 - Live Music: John Ryan
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from John Ryan on Saturday, August 12. Indulge in your favorite locally-crafted beverages and don't forget about their amazing eatery menu as well! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome. Music starts at 4 pm.
Aug. 13 - Live Music: Rich Hardesty
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from Rich Hardesty on Sunday, August 13. Indulge in your favorite locally-crafted beverages and don't forget about their amazing eatery menu as well! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome. Music starts at 2 pm.
Aug. 18 & 19 - A&A VFD Fish Fry & More
Head for the tiny town of Eminence on August 18 and 19 for the A&A Townships Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry and more! Bring your own seating and be ready for two evenings of live music. This fun two-day event includes food vendors, a silent auction, live music and more. Performers on Friday include Joe Glover Band and Cord Watkins & MLE Band, plus tractor pulls! Saturday's events include Jacci Gilberti-Martin and Family Band, RC Car Races and Terry Lee & the Million Dollar Band!
Aug. 19 - Dirt Track Racing: USSA Mel Kenyon Midget Series
Come out for another evening of exciting dirt track racing at Paragon Speedway! There's nothing quite like it. The August 19 featured event is the USSA Mel Kenyon Midget Series. Pit passes are always available!
Aug. 19 Live Music: Mark Sweetman
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Mark Sweetman! Live music starts at 6 pm and Hoosier Que will be serving up tasty BBQ, pizzas, pretzels and more! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 20 - Downtown Martinsville Summer Gospel Concert: Downpour
The Downtown Martinsville Free Summer Music Concert Series from RD Productions wraps up this year with a special Sunday concert featuring popular gospel group Downpour as well as performers from several area churches. Music begins at 2 pm. Food trucks on site. Bring your own seating.
Aug. 20 - Live Music: Mike McCartney
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from Mike McCartney on Sunday, August 20. Indulge in your favorite locally-crafted beverages and don't forget about their amazing eatery menu as well! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome. Music starts at 2 pm.
Aug. 25 - .Live Music: Blue Eyes & Grey Skies Band
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from local favorites the Blue Eyes & Grey Skies Band on Friday, August 25. Indulge in your favorite locally-crafted beverages and don't forget about their amazing eatery menu as well! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome. Music starts at 6 pm
Aug. 26 - Drink at the Creek: Made in America & The Woomblies Rock Orchestra
Come ready to rock for this installment of the Drink at the Creek Concert Series! Music begins at 5 pm. Featured performers will be Made in America and The Woomblies Rock Orchestra. Food and beverages will be available on site. Bring your own seating. All ages welcome. Coolers welcome; no outside alcohol. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 day of show; available online at rdproductionsllc.com or in person at Cedar Creek Winery.
Aug. 26 - Dirt Track Racing: Tony Stewart's All Star Series of Champions TQ Midgets
Come out for another evening of exciting dirt track racing at Paragon Speedway - there's nothing quite like it. The August 26 featured event is Tony Stewart's All Star Series of Champions TQ Midgets.
Aug. 26 - Live Music: Two for the Show
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Two for the Show! Live music starts at 6 pm and Hoosier Que will be serving up tasty BBQ, pizzas, pretzels and more! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 27 - Live Music: Phil Pierle
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from Phil Pierle on Sunday, August 27. Indulge in your favorite locally-crafted beverages and don't forget about their amazing eatery menu as well! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome. Music starts at 2 pm.
Aug. 30 - Morgan in Motion Free 5K Series: Pioneer Park
Join the YMCA of Morgan County for another installment of their free 5K run/walk series, Morgan in Motion! This free, family-friendly event begins at 6 pm. This month's featured location is Pioneer Park in Mooresville.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is not a comprehensive listing of events for the month of August. This is a selected list of upcoming events we are aware of at the beginning of the month that may be of interest to both visitors and residents. For a complete and up-to-date listing of events, please see our full event calendar.
