Parke County, Indiana offers more than just scenic bridges and charming small towns—it’s a place where history, hospitality, and seasonal celebration come together. The Events category showcases a dynamic calendar of community gatherings, from the iconic Covered Bridge Festival to cozy holiday markets, nature retreats, and living history reenactments. Whether you’re drawn to fall foliage tours, maple syrup weekends, or festive town square traditions, these events reflect the county’s deep-rooted spirit and welcoming culture.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
10am to 10pm
Enjoy a fun-filled day of Halloween activities! We will have all your annual favorites starting at 10 am with the egg hunt, 12 pm with the pumpkin give-a-way/pumpkin painting activity, costume contest at 3, trick or treating from 5-7, and the hayride from 8-10.
Contact Information
Ross Plotkin
(765)-344-1412
rplotkin@dnr.in.gov
Welcome to INDIANA’S LARGEST FESTIVAL, The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival!
October 10-19, 2025
This festival is located in Parke County, Indiana, and was founded in 1957. This 10-day festival always starts on the 2nd Friday in October. The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival – showcases the county’s 31 historic covered bridges and features authentic arts and crafts, fantastic food, and beautiful fall foliage.
There are 9 festival communities scattered throughout Parke County. Each community has a specialty they are known for, make sure to visit them all! The festival is headquartered on the courthouse lawn in Rockville, Indiana, where you will find amazing food, artistans, vendors, and more open daily from 9 am to 6pm.
Tickets are NOT required, please be aware of scammers “selling” tickets and DO NOT send them money.
Learn more at www.coveredbridges.com/covered-bridge-festival
For more information contact:
Parke County’s information center
Old Railroad Depot at 401 East Ohio
www.coveredbridges.com
