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First Friday Art Walk
The Open Gallery This exhibition comes from a place of deep sadness and perhaps even regret. And of course, also, a place of deep anger, hurt and despair. In considering the subject, these artists show sensitivity to the viewer while keeping an eye on how they express their hatred for another’s actions towards them. Art …
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Find out more »Watermelon Festival
FREE! The 2026 Knox County Watermelon Festival will take place in downtown Vincennes at Patrick Henry Square on Friday, August 7th and Saturday, August 8th. The two-day community event celebrates the region's massive watermelon industry with live music, food and craft booths, pageants, and family contests. Key Event Highlights For up-to-date schedule details or to …
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Downtown Architecture Tours- Eyeworks & Moore & Miller Drugstore
Join in to hear about the history and architecture in Vincennes at Eyeworks (Dr. J.W. DeCoursey) and the Moore & Miller Drugstore (Chris & Dave Harmon) for the historic architecture tour for the First Friday Art Walk. You will tour the inside of Eyeworks. Dr. DeCoursey will be present for the tours then you will tour the …
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Paint a Slice of Summer Fundraiser
Join us for Paint a Slice of Summer, a cat-themed paint night benefiting Trap-Neuter-Return efforts in Knox County. Local artist Eva Flemming will guide participants step-by-step through creating a watermelon-inspired masterpiece, making this event perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike. No artistic talent is required. Enthusiasm is encouraged. Every ticket helps support spay/neuter services …
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Find out more »Live Music – Downtown
FREE! Let’s start 2026 Watermelon Fest on a high note! Join us downtown for live music with The Fun Dunns and kick off a weekend full of fun, food, and community celebration! Sponsored by Miracle Clean Auto Detailing and Body Shop. Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs, and picnic blankets, and we’ll take care of …
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Find out more »Antique Tractor Show
FREE to participate and FREE to attend! Friday, August 7 | 6:00–9:00 PM Saturday, August 8 | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Main Street between 1st & 2nd Street, Downtown Vincennes Participant Info:• Tractors must be in place by 10:00 AM ET on Saturday• Unloading Location: Main Street between 1st & 2nd• Trailer Parking: Rendezvous Grounds, 301 Willow Street, …
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Find out more »VINCENNES GERMANFEST
Live music by the Jay Fox Band 6:30-11:30 PM. Early entertainment at 6:15 PM will include the Color Guard of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, beginning at the Community Center and continuing to the Woods. Authentic German meals will be served at the Woods, beginning at 6 PM. Families can get the same great German meals …
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Footloose – Youth Musical
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth …
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Find out more »Downtown History Tours: Riverside Historical Markers
As part of the 250th celebrations in Vincennes, we are introducing participants to the background history of some of the historical markers which are located throughout the historic town of Vincennes. The tour will take place along the Riverwalk and First Street.
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Outdoor Movie Nights: The Sandlot
The outdoor movie night series continues! We will be showing The Sandlot for our Sports category. Movie will begin at dusk around 9:20 p.m. EDT. Bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blanket. Admission and popcorn will be free. This event is happening on First Friday Art Walk with a fun Scavenger Hunt happening from …
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