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September 2026
Outdoor Movie: Grease
FREE! Introducing the last movie in our outdoor movie night series! The movie will begin at dusk around 8:45 p.m. EDT. Bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blanket. Admission and popcorn will be free. Wear a costume of your favorite character from the movie for a chance to win a prize! This event is happening on First Friday Art Walk with a fun Scavenger Hunt happening from 5-8 PM around the 3 Art Galleries on Main Street!
Find out more »Bicknell Labor Day Car Show
FREE - This Labor Day tradition will be bigger and better than ever, creating a fun, family-friendly day for everyone to enjoy. Music will be provided by Trippy Audio. Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we announce: Registration information Trophy classes and awards Entertainment and food vendors Sponsor opportunities And much more!
Find out more »Clothe a Child Car Show
Registration: 9 AM to 12 Noon. Fee $20. Awards presented: 2 PM. (Rain date, 9/19/2026.) Proceeds support the annual Clothe Local Children shopping trip. Viewing admission is free.
Find out more »October 2026
Tales from the Departed – Historical Cemetery Tour
Step back in time on the Tales from the Departed – Historic Cemetery Tour, an unforgettable journey through Greenlawn Cemetery in Vincennes. Along the way, guests will meet a cast of costumed interpreters portraying notable figures from the area's rich history. Through engaging stories and dramatic performances, these historic characters share their lives, legacies, and connections to the community, bringing the past to life in a unique and memorable setting. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, this immersive…
Find out more »Tales from the Departed – Historical Cemetery Tour
Step back in time on the Tales from the Departed – Historic Cemetery Tour, an unforgettable journey through Greenlawn Cemetery in Vincennes. Along the way, guests will meet a cast of costumed interpreters portraying notable figures from the area's rich history. Through engaging stories and dramatic performances, these historic characters share their lives, legacies, and connections to the community, bringing the past to life in a unique and memorable setting. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, this immersive…
Find out more »Chili Cook-off – United Way of Vincennes
Rain location: Riverfront Pavilion (1-4pm). Team Signup Form >> https://form.jotform.com/250823502886157
Find out more »Tales from the Departed – Historical Cemetery Tour
Step back in time on the Tales from the Departed – Historic Cemetery Tour, an unforgettable journey through Greenlawn Cemetery in Vincennes. Along the way, guests will meet a cast of costumed interpreters portraying notable figures from the area's rich history. Through engaging stories and dramatic performances, these historic characters share their lives, legacies, and connections to the community, bringing the past to life in a unique and memorable setting. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, this immersive…
Find out more »Tales from the Departed – Historical Cemetery Tour
Step back in time on the Tales from the Departed – Historic Cemetery Tour, an unforgettable journey through Greenlawn Cemetery in Vincennes. Along the way, guests will meet a cast of costumed interpreters portraying notable figures from the area's rich history. Through engaging stories and dramatic performances, these historic characters share their lives, legacies, and connections to the community, bringing the past to life in a unique and memorable setting. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, this immersive…
Find out more »Almost Scary Stories Halloween Tours Sessions
For Children: 4 years to 9 years TWO SESSIONS TO CHOOSE FROM: 5:00 pm & 5:30 pm Each of the buildings on the tour will tell of a tale cautionary stories passed down through generations of parents to their children. Each building will have an accompanying activity for children to do and take home with them. Led by costumed interpreters. Tours begin at the Territorial Capitol Site, 1 W. Harrison St., Vincennes.
Find out more »November 2026
Family Event – American Creation Stories
Creation stories are a large part of human society, and the early pioneers and Native Americans were no different. Creation stories help humans understand their place in the universe and will often use the stars to provide answers to the age-old questions of why are we here, and who is out there beyond this planet? Interpreters will introduce the participants to various creation stories and while encouraging discussion, will direct the artists among them to develop their own creation story…
Find out more »December 2026
Christmas Candlelight Tour
FREE. Come and celebrate the Holiday Season at the Vincennes State Historic Sites as part of Christmas at Grouseland and the Vincennes Christkindlmarkt and Parade of Lights. The buildings will be lit by candlelight and participants will be able to tour each of the buildings. Costumed interpreters will be on site to enhance the experience.
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