As summer begins to draw to a close, there's still plenty of fun to be found in Morgan County! Schools are starting to be back in session, but we've still got about a month of summer left, so don't forget to take some time out of your family's hectic schedule to explore the outdoors, enjoy local dining options and more. The Farmers' Market is still going strong with a plethora of locally grown produce and handcrafted items. Lots of live music options are still 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. 1-4 - Mooresville Old Settlers Fair
The Old Settlers Fair is an iconic Mooresville festival that takes place this year on August 1-4. The festival runs Thursday-Sunday, making it easy for you to come enjoy an end of summer celebration around back-to-school activities! 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. 1 - Army National Guard Nash Bash
Jimmy Nash City Park and the Indiana Army National Guard are set to bring you the final Nash Bash of the summer on Aug. 1, from 2 to 8 pm. Join them for a fun evening of cornhole and tackling the inflatable obstacle course! This event is free and all ages are welcome.
Aug. 3 - 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 am.
Aug. 3 - Mooresville Masonic Lodge Car Show & Fish Fry
Stop by the Mooresville Masonic Lodge on Saturday, Aug. 3 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. 4!
Aug. 3 - Speaker: Mooresville's Hometown Holdup - John Dillinger
The Mooresville Public Library invites you to join them for another great speaker highlighting a famous (or infamous in this case) Mooresvillian as part of their ongoing Bicentennial celebration. On Saturday, Aug. 3, at 2 pm, come learn about bank robber John Dillinger - a Mooresville native who had the dubious honor of being "public enemy number one" in the early 1930s. Discover his hometown haunts, the location of his first holdup, his local funeral service and his semi-professional baseball career. All ages welcome at this free presentation, no advance registration required.
Aug. 3, 9, 10, 17, & 24 - Dirt Track Racing
Paragon Speedway will host all the fun of dirt track racing on five evenings this month! Join them on most Saturdays - and a Friday - for traditional dirt track oval racing on the historic track that's been a Morgan County staple since the early 1950s! Racing typically begins at 6 pm. Check our calendar for each night's features.
Aug. 3 - Live Music: Eric Hamblen
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Eric Hamblen! Live music starts at 7 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. 3 - Michael McCartney & The C-Notes
Cedar Creek Winery Brewery & Distillery presents live music from Michael McCartney & The C-Notes Band on Saturday, August 3, beginning at 6 pm. This free show will take place on the outdoor stage if weather allows, and the Cedar Creek Eatery will be open with awesome food, as well as locally crafted beverages from the winery, taproom and distillery. All ages are welcome!
Aug. 3 - Free Summer Concert: Main Street w/ Pance, The Heartbreakers & The Jaywalkers
Martinsville's downtown performance venue will be rockin' on August 3 with the sounds of local favorite Main Street, plus additional acts Pance, The Heartbreakers and The Jaywalkers. 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 - Live Music: The Roosters Band
Trackside Bar & Grill invites you to come enjoy live music from The Roosters Band on Saturday, Aug. 3, beginning at 8 pm. Trackside also offers up a full menu of great food and drinks, so come ready to indulge as you enjoy the music!
Aug. 6, 13, & 27 - Yoga for Beginners
Join the Morgan County Public Library for a routine of the simplest yoga poses for absolute beginners on Aug. 6, 13 and 27. After a gentle stretching routine, participants will also do a short beginners meditation. Class begins at the Main Branch in Martinsville at 6:30 pm. Please register in advance.
Aug. 9 - Veterans Creative Arts Festival & Open Studios Night
Come out to the Art Sanctuary of Indiana in Martinsville on Friday, August 9 for their monthly Open Studios Night from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, plus this year's installment of the annual Morgan County Veterans Creative Arts Festival! Stop in and chat with nearly two dozen resident artists and veteran artists, see their work and explore studio spaces before or after enjoying dinner at a downtown eatery.
Aug. 10 - Big Green Egg Cookout
Ace Hardware will host another Big Green Egg Cookout on Saturday, August 10. Proceeds go to benefit local non-profit organization Stability First. Stop by outside the hardware store and enjoy some great food for a good cause, from 11 am to 2 pm. Menu includes brats, pork burgers, pulled pork, grilled cheese and hot dogs as well as chili.
Aug. 10 - End of Summer Bash & Foam Party
Jimmy Nash City Park invites you to come celebrate with them at a special End of Summer Bash & Foam Party! Beginning at 2 pm on Saturday, Aug, 10, come enjoy this free event featuring a fun Foam Party, inflatable slide, bounce house and more!
Aug. 10 - Drink at the Creek: Night Fever & Soul Street
This month's installments of the Drink at the Creek Concert Series will kick off on August 10 with the Bee Gees tribute band Night Fever along with regional favorites Soul Street. Music will begin at 5 pm; food and beverages will be available on site. Bring your own seating. All ages welcome. Coolers welcome (12"x15" or smaller); 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. 10 - Live Music: Ben Jarad
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Ben Jarad! Live music starts at 7 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. 15 - Sunset Hike
Jimmy Nash City Park will host another sunset hike as part of their ongoing series, This month, meet at the park on August 15 at 7:55 pm to enjoy a walk along the hiking trail, timed to bring you out at the top of Park Hill just in time for a gorgeous sunset! All ages are welcome for this free event, but please do register on the parks website so they know how many participants to expect.
Aug. 14-18 - The Wall That Heals: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica & Exhibit
The Morgan County Fairgrounds will be the only site in Indiana to host the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund's traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Exhibit this year! Installation of the wall will begin on Aug. 14, and as soon as the panels are placed, the Wall will be accessible to the public. An Opening Ceremony will take place on Aug. 15 at 9 am and the Wall will be open 24 hours per day until it closes on August 18. Come experience this piece of American history. Learn more about The Wall That Heals.
Aug. 16 & 17 - A&A VFD Fish Fry & More
Head for the tiny town of Eminence on August 16 and 17 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, tractor pulls and more.
Aug. 17 - Live Music: The Whiskey Brothers
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from The Whiskey Brothers! Live music starts at 7 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. 24 - Live Music: Draken Asher
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Draken Asher! Live music starts at 7 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. 25 - Free Summer Concert: Gospel Fest featuring Downpour
Martinsville's downtown performance venue will host a free gospel music fest on August 25 with the sounds of local favorite Downpour, as well as several choirs and praise teams from area churches. This is a free show and all are welcome. Music begins at 2 pm. Food trucks and adult beverages available on site. Bring your own seating. Coolers welcome; no outside alcohol.
Aug. 25 - Live Music: Phil Pierle
Cedar Creek Winery & Brewery presents live music from Phil Pierle on Sunday, 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 2 pm.
Aug. 30-Sept. 1 - 100th Annual Paragon Homecoming Festival
The Paragon Homecoming Festival is celebrating 100 years this year! Come and join them, Aug. 30 through Sept. 1 and enjoy a weekend full of small town fun, great food, vendor booths, live entertainment and carnival rides!
Aug. 31 - Live Music: Austin James
Join Hoosier Que at Foxcliff Golf Club for an evening of entertainment from Austin James! Live music starts at 7 pm and Hoosier Que will be serving up tasty BBQ, pizzas, pretzels and more! This is a free performance and all ages are welcome.
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.
