April showers bring May flowers... and lots of other great things such as racing at Paragon Speedway, tons of outdoor recreation opportunities and fun outdoor events! May means patio dining, and the return of some of our favorite seasonal events, such at the Morgan County Farmers Market, outdoor concerts, and more.
We've compiled a list of upcoming events you'll want to have on your calendar this May, but we're always adding more, so be sure to check our Events Calendar for updated listings in the coming weeks for even more fun options. In particular, keep an eye out for additional last minute live music events to be added at area venues.
Morgan County Farmers Market - Every Tuesday & Saturday
The Morgan County Farmers Market returns in early May with locations in both Mooresville and Martinsville! Stop in a browse locally grown produce and meats, fresh eggs and baked goods and a variety of handcrafted items. Find them on Tuesdays from 3 to 6 pm at the Friends Church in Mooresville and on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at The Main Connection in Martinsville.
Karaoke at Main Street Monrovia - Every Wednesday
The Main Street Grill in Monrovia invites you to enjoy a weekly Karaoke night on Wednesdays. Come out from 8 to 11 pm to join in the fun. Choose a song to sing along, with friends or just listen to others perform. Hosted by Track to Tunes Entertainment and DJ Switch.
Cruise-in on the Square - Every Thursday
One of our favorite area traditions is set to return to the downtown courthouse square in Martinsville on Thursdays, beginning in April. Join unique and historic car owners from around the area as they gather on the square each Thursday, beginning at 5 pm for the Cruise-in on the Square. This creates a fun and festive atmosphere downtown, perfect for enjoying dinner at one of several downtown eateries, browsing local shops and of course, checking out all the cool cars!
Karaoke with Bobbi Delane - Every Friday
Join Bobbi Delane for Karaoke Stars at Hoosier Que, located at Foxcliff Golf Club, on most Friday evenings, beginning at 7 pm. Bobbi will host as audience members take the stage to show off with their favorite songs. Whether you'd like to share your talent or just enjoy the show, this a a fun evening for all ages!
Taps on the Square - Every Friday
Join the Martinsville American Legion Riders and Indiana Spirit of '45 each and every Friday evening in Downtown Martinsville for Taps on the Square, a local tradition honoring American heroes. Names are read beginning around 6:50 pm with echoing Taps from live buglers at the seventh bell. Join them on the southwest corner of the courthouse lawn under the flags.
5th Annual SingerHobbies Car/Motorcycle Show - May 3
SingerHobbies will host their annual Car and Motorcycle Show on Saturday, Ma3 4, beginning at 9 am. 20+ awards will be given out, including People's Choice. Come out and browse the vehicles, then vote for your favorite! Singer Hobbies is located in the shopping plaza between Burton Lane and State Road 39. Also taking place in the same plaza that day is a Big Green Egg Cookout outside of Ace Hardware! Stop by for a great lunch beginning at 11 am with proceeds to benefit a local charitable organization, Stability First.
Morgantown Farm Market - May 3 & 17
The brand new Morgantown Farm Market will take place on the first and third Saturdays of each month, May through September. Find them in the parking lot of the Morgantown United Methodist Church at the corner of Washington Street and Church Street. The Market will run from 9 am to Noon.
2nd Annual Jimmy Nash Craft Fair - May 3
Martinsville Parks and Recreation will host their 2nd Annual Craft Fair at Jimmy Nash City Park on Saturday, May 3, from 9 am to 3 pm. Come enjoy browsing local craft and artisan booths featuring a variety of handmade items including art, jewelry, decor, fiber arts, and more!
Free Comic Book Day with Guest Artists - May 3
Krypton Comics is set to celebrate Free Comic Book Day with free comics, of course, but also with a fun meet-n-greet opportunity featuring several artists, costumes and more! Join them on Saturday, May 3 and get your free comic book (a variety of books are available for all ages).The fun starts at 11 am.
Big Green Egg Cookouts - May 3 & 17
Ace Hardware, located between Burton Lane and State Road 39, will host Big Green Egg Cookouts at their location on Saturday, May 3 and Saturday, May 17. These cookouts are a fundraiser for local non-profit organization Stability First and feature delicious brats, pork burgers, pulled port, grilled cheese with pork and hotdogs, along with chili, cooked on the iconic Big Green Eggs. They'll be serving beginning at 11 am, until 2 pm (unless they sell out!).
Live Music: Elias Gomez - May 3
Join Cedar Creek Winery and Brewing Company on May 3 for live music from Elias Gomez. 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.
Open Mic Night & Pints - May 3
The Main Street Grill in Monrovia invites you to enjoy a monthly Open Mic Night on the First Saturday of each month. Come out from 8 to 11 pm to join in the fun. All musicians, songwriters and singers are welcome to sign up to perform, or just come and enjoy the local talent!
Free Outdoor Movie: Star Wars: The Force Awakens - May 3
Martinsville Parks and Recreation invites you to join them in downtown Martinsville for a screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, beginning at dusk. There will be drinks and popcorn available on site, or order ahead from a downtown eatery! Bring you own seating.
Wines & Vines Container Gardening Parties - May 3, 17, & 24
Greendell Landscape Solutions is back with their fun spring themed Wines & Vines Container Gardening Parties! Instructor-led classes are available May 3, 17, and 24. Sign up in advance to reserve your group's table and time. Wine will be on hand from Mallow Run Winery. (Please call ahead for groups larger than four.) Enjoy a fun afternoon of gardening and leave with a beautiful new addition to your porch or patio! Cost is $70 per person; space is limited. Participants receive your first glass of wine, snacks, a container, base soil, potting soil, five annual plants and a commemorative wine glass. Additional plants, embellishments and wine available for purchase.
Community Concert: Sail On - A Beach Boys Tribute - May 5
The Morgan County Community Concerts Association presents Sail On, a Beach Boys Tribute, on Monday, May 5, beginning at 7 pm at the Martinsville High School Auditorium. Sail On performs more than 100 shows every year, enjoying the unique challenge and privilege of bringing one of pop music's greatest legacies to audiences everywhere. Tickets are available online or at the door. All ages welcome!
Class: Custom Book Embroidery - May 8
Join Fables and Fairy Tales for a fun afternoon of creativity! Sahara will be in the store for a class on custom book embroidery. Class is free, but please RSVP in advance (only 12 seats available). Needles and thread will be provided, but please bring or purchase a paperback book to use for the class.
2nd Friday Open Studios Night - May 9
The Art Sanctuary of Indiana in downtown Martinsville presents their monthly Open Studios Night on Friday, May 9. On the second Friday of each month, stop by to talk with resident artists in their working studios. The Art Sanctuary is home to more than a dozen local artists. You can also enjoy local live music in the downstairs gallery during the event.
Free Summer Concert: Big Rosco & The Hammers - May 9
Enjoy a special live music event in downtown Martinsville on Friday, May 9 featuring Big Rosco & The Hammers. Attendees will enjoy live music beginning at 7:30 pm at The Venue in downtown Martinsville. Bring your own seating; food trucks on site. All ages welcome!
Support Local Fest - May 9 & 10
Join over 25 local farmers, artisans, and musicians for a two-day Support Local Fest in Monrovia, Indiana. During the brand-new two-day event, you'll discover vendors that you may already know and hopefully new ones that you'll love. Plan to learn, laugh, and enjoy what the local area has to offer in this fun and organic environment of peace, love, and togetherness. Support Local Fest is brought to you by the Backyard Farm Collective and Farm House Brew. Venues will be Main Street in Monrovia on May 9 and Aquatic Design & Supplies on May 10.
Early Explorers Expo - May 10
The Morgan County Early Learning Coalition presents a fun Early Explorers Expo at Old Town Waverly Park on May 9 form 10 am to 2 pm. The day will be filled with free activities and giveaways for families and children of all ages. There will also be living history demonstrations and activities provided by the Friends of Old Town Waverly Park - blacksmiths, a tinsmith and more will be on site to explain their crafts in kid-friendly terms along with live demonstrations. There will also be fun make and take traditional craft activities available inside the log cabin.
Mooresville Touch a Truck - May 10
Get the kids and head for Pioneer Park on Saturday, May 10 for Touch a Truck. From 10 am to Noon, you'll find a wide variety of vehicles to explore, including public service, emergency utility, construction, transportation, deliver and just plain cool - all in once place! This is a rain or shine event. Vehicles will be located in the Aquatic Center parking lot. Free.
Dirt Track Racing at Paragon Speedway - May 10, 17, 24, & 31
Racing has returned to our favorite dirt track oval at Paragon Speedway. The 2025 season is currently underway and the track is ready to shine. Races take place on Saturdays with affordable admission costs. (Some events may be subject to special event ticket pricing.) Bring the kids and enjoy a night at the races! This month's race dates are May 10, 17, 24, and 31. Check out the Paragon Speedway FB page for the entire season schedule and any updates.
Studio PhD Jewelry Classes - May 13, 17 & 18, & 29
Join jewelry artist Pam Hurst for a fun Studio PhD Jewelry Class at The Sterling Butterfly this month! Classes will include basic skills sessions such as Sawing & Piercing Skills on May 10 and the monthly Chain Making Session on May 29, or go all in with a two-day intensive skills session on May 17 and 18. The two-day course will cover all five of the prerequisite classes that will be required for later, higher-level coursework. All materials included in class fees. You must register in advance as class space is limited.
Summer Concert: Karma - May 16
The first free Sumer Concert of the season at Pioneer Park will take place on Friday, May 16, featuring the band Karma. These performances take place in the open area behind the Aquatic Center. There will be a food truck as well as local beer and wine available on site. Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome. Bring your own seating; music begins at 7 pm.
2nd Annual Eminence Music Boosters Car Show - May 17
The Eminence Music Boosters invite you to bring your favorite ride out on Saturday, May 17 for their second annual Car Show! All makes and models are welcome. All proceeds benefit the Eminence Schools music department. Only $10 entry fee per vehicle; must arrive by 9:30 am. Gates open at 8 am; judging begins at 10:30 am. Vendors on site. Free for spectators!
Drink at the Creek: Resurrection & Fancy Sauce - May 17
The 2025 Drink at the Creek Concert Series kicks off on Saturday, May 17 with fan favorites Resurrection (Journey Tribute band) and Fancy Sauce! Gates open at 2 pm. Tickets are available online at rdproductionsllc.com as well as in person at Cedar Creek Winery. Cost is $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Kids age 12 and under are free; locally-crafted beer, wine and spirits, plus food vendors are available on site. Bring your own seating. Picnics are welcome; no outside alcohol allowed.
Open Mic Night & Pints - May 17
The Main Street Grill in Martinsville invites you to enjoy a monthly Open Mic Night on the First Saturday of each month. Come out from 8 to 11 pm to join in the fun. All musicians, songwriters and singers are welcome to sign up to perform, or just come and enjoy the local talent!
Morgantown Memorial Parade - May 18
The small town of Morgantown will host their annual Memorial Parade on Sunday, May 18 at 1 pm. A local tradition for 100+ years, the parade is held on the Sunday before Memorial Day Weekend to honor those lost while defending our nation. This is a true small-town parade featuring antique tractors and automobiles, animals, floats, marching groups, and more that travels north through town, ending at East Hill Cemetery where a brief memorial service is held.
Free Summer Concert: 45 RPM - May 23
Enjoy a special live music event in downtown Martinsville on Friday, May 23 featuring 45 RPM. Attendees will enjoy live music beginning at 7:30 pm at The Venue in downtown Martinsville. Bring your own seating; food trucks on site. All ages welcome!
2025 Season Opening Day at Willowfield Lavender Farm - May 24
Willowfield Lavender Farm will kick off their 2025 season on Saturday, May 24. Hours for this season will be 11 am to 4 pm, Wednesdays through Saturdays. Come enjoy the beauty of the lavender fields, complete with free aromatherapy! Browse the store for lavender-themed products and enjoy a glass of signature iced tea and cookies as you relax amid the lavender. Season will continue until early October.
Drink at the Creek: Thunderstruck & The Classic Rock Experience - May 24
The Drink at the Creek Concert Series continues on May 24 with an evening of rock n roll. The popular AC/DC tribute band Thunderstruck will take the stage following opening act The Classic Rock Experience. Gates open at 2 pm. Tickets are available online at rdproductionsllc.com as well as in person at Cedar Creek Winery. Cost is $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Kids age 12 and under are free; locally-crafted beer, wine and spirits, plus food vendors are available on site. Bring your own seating; picnics welcome but no outside alcohol allowed.
Explore Downtown Martinsville Passport - May 24 - June 7
Downtown Martinsville businesses invite you to come explore the downtown district between May 24 and June 7. Simply pick up a passport at one of the 20+ participating businesses, and you'll receive a stamp for every $5 you spend. Once your passport's full, drop it off at any participating business to be entered to win one of several great prizes!
Free Summer Concert: Phil Pierle & The Enablers - May 29
Enjoy live music from Phil Pierle & The Enablers at Bicentennial Park in downtown Mooresville on Thursday, May 29. This is the first of this summer's free concerts at Bicentennial Park. There will be food and drink vendors on site and all ages are welcome! Bring your own seating. Music begins at 7 pm.
Free Summer Concert: An Innocent Band - May 30
Enjoy a special live music event in downtown Martinsville on Friday, May 30 featuring An Innocent Band playing all your favorite Billy Joel tunes. Attendees will enjoy live music beginning at 7:30 pm at The Venue in downtown Martinsville. Bring your own seating; food trucks on site. All ages welcome!
Live Music: Soul Stricken - May 31
Join Cedar Creek Winery on May 31 for live music from the band Soul Stricken, beginning at 6 pm. This show will bring the rock n roll vibes! The onsite Eatery is open from Noon to 8 pm, so be sure to get those dinner orders in early. All ages are welcome, please bring your own seating. No coolers permitted for this free show.
