Welcome to Butler Days 2024!

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration as Butler Days returns with a vibrant lineup of activities, entertainment, and community spirit. From August 8th to 10th, Butler will come alive with exciting events for all ages, including thrilling competitions, delectable food, captivating performances, and family-friendly fun. Whether you’re here to enjoy the live music, partake in games, or explore our local vendors, there’s something for everyone. Join us for a fun time of joy, laughter, and local pride as we celebrate the heart and soul of our community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories with friends and family. We can’t wait to see you there!


Thursday, August 8

4:30 PM
Butler Christian Community Church Hog Roast

6:30 PM
Butler FD Charity Kickball Game – Eastside Softball Field
(Butler Fire Department vs. Concord Fire Department)


Friday, August 9 – Princess Day

9 AM – 1 PM
Butler Public Library Book Sale

10 AM – 8 PM
Craft Vendors (Merchant Tent on E. Oak St.)

3:30 PM – 8 PM
Food Vendors (West Oak Street)

4 PM – 8 PM
Big Giveaway Sign-Up (One entry per kid, in front of City Hall)

5 PM – 8 PM
Monster Truck Rides – $$ (West Oak Street)
Petting Zoo (Grassy area by Gazebo)
Pony Rides (Grassy area by Gazebo)
Face Painting (The Grace House) – Free (Grassy area by Hardware Store)
Meet and Greet with Belle and Ariel (F & M Bank)
Chalk Walk Sign-Up (W. Oak St. behind Gump’s Smokin’ BBQ)
Gospel Concert & Dinner (West Oak Street) – Sponsored by Lambo of God Mennonite Church
Pork Burgers & Fries (American Legion Post 202)

6 PM
Miss & Little Miss and Mr. Butler Announced (In front of F & M Bank)


Stop by the Merchant Tent and check out all the booths!

CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES

Food Vendors Include:

  • Gump’s Smokin’ BBQ
  • Wilson’s Concessions
  • Jack’s Elephant Ears
  • Ervin’s Candy Kitchen
  • The Refuge
  • Just Add Chips
  • Butler Christian Community Church
  • Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church

SATURDAY AUGUST 10TH

7 AM – 1 AM
Pancake Breakfast (Butler Fire Department)

8 AM
5K Walk/Run – Maxton Park (Benefit for Butler Food Pantry)

8 AM – Noon
Chalk Walk (W. Oak St. behind Gump’s Smokin’ BBQ)

8 AM – 1 PM
Car Show (The Refuge Church)

8 AM – 1 PM
Butler Farmers Market (Police Station)

9 AM – 1 PM
Butler Public Library Book Sale

9 AM
Butler Day’s Disc Golf Tournament (Maxton Park)

10 AM – 8 PM
Craft & Merchant Vendors (Merchant tent on E. Oak St.)

11 AM
Butler Day’s Disc Golf Tournament (Maxton Park)

11 AM – 8 PM
Food Vendors (West Oak Street)

11 AM – 5 PM
DJ Daisy (Downtown)

11 AM – 6 PM
Face Painting (The Grace House) – Free (Grassy area by Hardware Store)

11 AM – 5 PM
Archery Tag – Free (Grassy area by Inspiration Cafe)

11 AM – 6 PM
Bounce Houses – Free (Downtown)

11 AM
Monster Truck Rides – $$ (West Oak Street)

11 AM – 1 PM
Kids Craft (Sponsored by Butler Public Library)

11 AM
Indiana Wild Animals Show – Free (F & M Bank Parking Lot)

12 PM
Butler Days Parade (E. Liberty to Elm St. to Green St. to Beech St.)

12 PM
Butler Days Cornhole Tournament Sign-Up – Maxton Park

12:45 PM
Jim Barron Magic Show – Free (Gazebo)

1 PM – 8 PM
Kids’ Games – $$ (Grassy area by Gazebo)

1 PM
Butler Days Cornhole Tournament Begins – Maxton Park

1 PM
Car Show Awards (The Refuge Church)

1 PM
Rib Eating Contest (In front of F & M Bank)

1 PM – 6:50 PM
Big Giveaway Sign-Up (Winners drawn at 7 PM) (One ticket per kid, in front of City Hall)

1:30 PM
Soarin’ Hawk Show – Free (F & M Bank Parking Lot)

2 PM – 4 PM
Historic Butler Wagon Tours w/ Charlette Miller – Free (In front of F & M Bank Parking Lot)

2 PM – 5 PM
Meet and Greet with Batman & Captain America (In front of Gump’s Smokin’ BBQ)

2:45 PM
Indiana Wild Animals Show – Free (F & M Bank Parking Lot)

3:45 PM
Jim Barron Magic Show – Free (Gazebo)

4 PM
Chalk Walk Awards (West Oak Street)

4 PM – 7 PM
Christ’s Church Fish Fry (Christ’s Church)

5 PM
Pie Eating Contest (In front of F & M Bank)

5:30 PM – 9 PM
Triple Shot – Free Concert (F & M Bank Parking Lot)

6:45 PM
Hot Air Balloon Rides (Across from the Library)

Dusk
Fireworks (Butler Elementary) – Sponsored by Forest River XLRT Toy Haulers and Butler American Legion Post 202


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