Discover the DeKalb Event Forecast – Embrace Autumn Adventures in DeKalb County! As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to explore pumpkin patches, dress up for candy, and tackle Indiana’s largest corn maze. To celebrate this spooky season, we’re excited to present a range of favorite Halloween activities right here in DeKalb County. This month is brimming with charming community events just for you! Check out the detailed list of activities below, with more information available on our blog.
Amazing Fall Fun
As the crisp autumn air rolls into Waterloo, Indiana, the town transforms into a picturesque fall wonderland. Nestled in the heart of DeKalb County, this charming town offers an array of activities and experiences that make it a perfect destination for celebrating the season. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Waterloo’s fall festivities are sure to captivate your heart and make you fall in love with autumn all over again.
Get Lost in Fun at Indiana’s Largest Corn Maze!
Are you ready for a fall adventure like no other? This year’s corn maze is celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Peanuts! Navigate through 16 acres of corn and encounter beloved characters like Snoopy and Charlie Brown. Whether you’re a maze enthusiast or a newcomer looking for a challenge, this Peanuts-themed maze promises a delightful experience that will leave you pleasantly corn-fused.
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/AmazingFallFun
Website:
http://www.amazingfallfun.com
Third Annual Minerva on Main
WED, OCT 2 AT 5:30 PM
Event by Auburn Main Street
Location: McIntyre Place
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
A Woman’s event featuring the Legacy and Minerva Awards! Unleash your inner goddess at Minerva on Main Street. Join us to celebrate the remarkable women who shape our community through their exceptional skills, passion, and dedication to art, strategy, and trade
Pumpkin Fest – October 4th, First Friday, 5-8 PM
Join us for a fun-filled family evening at the Pumpkin Fest, happening during First Friday at the James Cultural Plaza and throughout historic downtown Auburn from 5-8 PM. Here’s what’s in store:
Activities:
- Live Pumpkin Carving: Watch Food Network Champion Pumpkin Carver Shannon Gerasimchik in action with over 19 professionally carved pumpkins on display. Live demonstration at 6 PM at the James Cultural Plaza.
- Live Music: Enjoy performances by Joe Justice at the Plaza.
- Dancing Witches: Participate in the dancing witches event! The first 20 participants will receive a t-shirt. Watch for them around 6:30 PM on Main Street.
- Night Market: Featuring 18 local vendors offering handmade items and more. To be a vendor, sign up here.
- Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides: Free rides starting at 6th and Main, provided by AMS and the Horseman’s Association.
- Kids’ Activities: Pumpkin decorating, games, and free apple cider in the linger longer area.
- Stories Afoot: Presented by Eckhart Public Library.
Food and Drink:
- Food Trucks: Fork & Fiddle, Community Table, Ya Kra-Tib & Isaan Cuisine Thai Food.
- Downtown Eateries:
- 9th Street Brew Coffee House (specialty milkshakes)
- Classic City Cookies (variety of cookies)
- Carve Market (deli, breads, meats)
- The Olive Twist (seasonings, olive oils)
- Pizza Forum (pizza, pasta, breadsticks, wine)
- Classic City Creamery
- Mimi’s (large menu)
- Auburn Brewing Company (NA beverages, wine, cider, full food menu, including kids menu)
- Mad Anthony’s
- Barrel and Blaze
- Cupka’s Bee Good Meadery (special honey wine mead slushies)
Shopping:
- Lyn Maree’s Boutique: Women’s clothing, shoes, accessories.
- Birch and Bell Boutique: Women’s clothes, jewelry, accessories.
- Little Sprouts Boutique: Kids’ clothing, toys, shoes, accessories.
- Atrium Marketplace: Art, framing, books, home decor.
- Forever Eighteen: Christian women’s clothing, jewelry, home decor.
- Forget Me Knot Boutique: First Friday Flight (10% off 1 item, 20% off 2 items, 30% off 3 or more items).
- Carbaugh Jewelers: 20% off remaining stock of Bentelli Sterling Silver & Diamond Jewelry.
- All About You Boutique: Women’s clothing and accessories.
- Kim’s Korner Music: Musical instruments and gifts.
- Country Lane General Store: Variety of vendors inside.
- Heirloom Gallery: Art classes and artwork.
- The Olive Twist: Gourmet seasonings, teas, olive oils, and gifts.
Sponsors:
A big thank you to our 2024 sponsors:
- Legacy Sponsor: The City of Auburn.
- Event Partner Sponsors: The Hicksville Bank, Beacon Credit Union, Credent Wealth Management, Oak Partners Inc., Steel Dynamics Inc., Tempus Technologies Inc., Team Quality Inc., Downtown Auburn Business Association, Carbaugh Jewelers, The Deli @ 6th & Main, Scheumann Dental Associates, Rieke Packaging Corporation, Crickets 7th Street Bar and Grille, Smith Law Office.
- Supporter Sponsors: 9th St Brew Coffee House, C&A Tool Engineering Inc., Auburn Moose Family Center, DeKalb Chamber Partnership, FCI Construction, Wal-Mart Distribution Center, Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, Blue Moon, DeKalb High School, Wild Honey Spa.
Come out and enjoy a night of fun, food, music, and community spirit!
Halloween Movie Night – Free Event!
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Movie Night on October 5th at 6 PM! This year, we’re taking the fun indoors at Rieke Lodge, so the event will happen rain or shine.
Event Details:
Date: October 5th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Rieke Lodge, 1600 N. Indiana Ave., Auburn, IN
Cost: FREE
Movie: “Beetlejuice” (1988)
Popcorn: Provided by the Parks Department
Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and fun for the whole family. We’ll provide the popcorn, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm, a cozy blanket, and your favorite drink. Mark your calendars and join us for a frightfully good time watching the classic Halloween favorite, “Beetlejuice.”
Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event. We can’t wait to see you there!
The Strange & Unusual Halloween Walk
Event by Auburn Parks and Recreation
1500 S. Cedar Street, Auburn, IN, United States, Indiana 46706
Join us for our 29th annual Halloween Walk, inspired by Beetlejuice, called the Strange and Unusual Halloween Walk! Bring your whole family for a spooky good time walking through our FREE Halloween walk.
Event Details:
Dates: October 18th-20th & 25th-27th
Time: 7 PM
Location: Eckhart Park, Auburn, IN
Cost: FREE
Activities: Walk, games, and a fun.
Donations: Canned goods accepted on behalf of Catholic Charities
Enjoy the eerie atmosphere as you stroll through the Halloween-themed path, snap some memorable pictures, participate in fun games, and listen to a spooky story provided by Eckhart Public Library. No registration is required, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun.
We encourage participants to bring donations of canned goods to support Catholic Charities and help those in need. Thanks to our sponsors: Auburn Dental Associates, Steve Hostetter, Downtown Auburn Business Association, Walmart Distribution Center 6074, Auburn Heating and Air Conditioning, Big C Lumber, Five Lakes Coffee, Worker’s World of Butler, and FXI for helping make this event a success.
Don’t miss out on this annual tradition! We look forward to seeing you and your family for a night of strange and unusual Halloween fun
Hunt for the Great Pumpkin
Event by Auburn Parks and Recreation
1500 S. Cedar Street, Auburn, IN, United States, Indiana 46706
Get ready for a spook-tacular Halloween adventure at the Hunt for the Great Pumpkin on October 20th at 6:15 PM! This exciting event is designed for K-3rd graders and features a Halloween-themed egg hunt with a twist. Children will search for pumpkin-shaped plastic containers, each filled with either candy, a small prize, or a ticket for a larger grand prize.
Thanks to our generous sponsor, Auburn Essential Services, this event promises a festive evening full of treats and surprises. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled celebration of the spooky season!
Event by Auburn Parks and Recreation
1500 S. Cedar Street, Auburn, IN, United States, Indiana 46706
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest for Dogs – Free Event!
Bring your furry friends for a tail-wagging good time at our Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest for Dogs on October 26th at 1 PM! This event is the perfect opportunity to show off your dog’s most creative and adorable costumes.
Event Details:
Date: October 26th
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Eckhart Park Office, 1500 S. Cedar St., Auburn, IN
Cost: FREE
Prizes: Exciting prizes and guaranteed fun!
Requirements: Leashes and up-to-date vaccinations are required
Dress up your pup and join us for a fun-filled afternoon. With prizes for the best costumes, your dog will have the chance to shine. After the contest, take your dog for through the Halloween Walk and enjoy the festive atmosphere together.
This is a fantastic event for all dog lovers, so don’t miss out on the fun. We can’t wait to see your dog’s howl-arious costumes!
Event by Auburn Parks and Recreation
1500 S. Cedar Street, Auburn, IN, United States, Indiana 46706
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Strange and Unusual Costume Contest – Free Event!
Get ready for a night of spooky creativity and fun at our Strange and Unusual Costume Contest on October 26th at 6:15 PM! This exciting event will take place just before the Halloween Walk, which starts at 7 PM.
Event Details:
Date: October 26th
Time: 6:15 PM (before the Halloween Walk at 7 PM)
Location: Eckhart Park Office, 1500 S. Cedar St., Auburn, IN
Cost: FREE
Sponsor: Mike Varney from Ben Davis Chevrolet in Auburn
Prizes: Awesome prizes available for the best costumes!
Categories: Multiple age and costume style categories available
Show off your most creative, eerie, and unique costumes for a chance to win fantastic prizes! With multiple age and costume style categories, everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you come as a spooky specter, a quirky character, or something totally out of this world, we want to see your best Halloween attire.
This event is perfect for all ages and is a great way to kick off the Halloween festivities. Thanks to our generous sponsor, Mike Varney from Ben Davis Chevrolet in Auburn, we can offer this event free of charge.
Don’t miss out on the fun! Join us at the Eckhart Park Office and let your imagination run wild. We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
TRUNK OR TREAT
Call all princesses, ghouls, witches, clowns, and other costumed kids to “Trunk or Treat” at the Auburn Cord Dusenberg Automobile Museum, October 27th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm!
