Madison, Indiana, offers a variety of festivals and special events throughout the year.
Come join us in the celebrations! (dates and times are subject to change).  Please call ahead!

Delta Queen Riverboat Stops 2008

May 1

8am-1pm

May 4

8am-1pm

May 26

8am-1pm

June 8

8am-1pm

June 30

8am-1pm

July 2

8am-5pm

July 27

8am-1pm

August 25

8am-1pm

September 7

8am-1pm

September28

8am-1pm

October 20

8am-5pm

October 23

8am-5pm

Passengers only - public not allowed on board

Riverbarge Excursion Stop

Aug 5,2008 6pm –Aug 6, 2008 1pm


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January 2008

Bluegrass Music 5

Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free

Annual Reopening 12 Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill Street. 
Freedon Bound  25

7:30pm Hanover College, 812-866-7000.  Underground Railroad play with music.  www.hanover.edu/cacs

Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner  25

 5:30 p.m., Hanover College Campus Center

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February 2008

Bluegrass Music 2 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free
Indiana Jr. Duck Stamp Contest Workshop 2, 9, 16
The Bird House Discovery Center, 108 E. Main, 10:30 -12, $25 (all 3 days), pre- registration required. 
For info call 812-273-1193

The contest is put on by the state to encourage kids to get involved in art and nature. The winner of the state contest wins a trip to Washington D.C. to compete in the national contest. The national winner’s entry is made into a conservation stamp which is sold to the public. The workshop is open to kids from kindergarten to grade six and will be held on three consecutive Saturdays.
Includes -
Basic Art coaching from Local Artist Robert Saueressig

         * Research resources for kids

         * All art materials necessary for creating entry

         * Instruction on keeping within contest guidelines

         * Submission of  art to Indiana contest site

Hay Fever 8

7:30pm, Parker Auditorium, Hanover College. A classical American comedy by Noel Coward. 812-866-7000 or www.hanover.edu/cacs

Schocalade Fest 9 The great chocolate fest returns to Lanthier Winery. Join us for "sweet indulgence". Bring your sweetheart for cocoa treats of all types and tastes. Discover a chocolate frenzy just in time for a valentine getaway. Gather friends, family or someone special for a sweetly fun day of  chocolate, wine, and laughter. Call 800-41-WINES for romantic getaway packages to Vintage Madison. www.lanthierwinery.com
Wine Lover's Dinner 16 4-course dinner matched with award winning wines. Guaranteed reservations required. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.  www.madisonvineyards.com
Mardi Gras Night 5 Thomas Family Winery, 800-948-8466, www.thomasfamilywinery.us

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March 2008

Bluegrass Music 1 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free
Measure for Measure 14-15

Parker Auditorium, Hanover College 7:30pm 812-866-7000 Admission Charged. www.hanover.edu/cacs

Jazz Concert 15

4:30pm, Hanover College, 812-866-7000,www.hanover.edu/cacs

St. Patrick's Day Celebration 17 Thomas family Winery, 218 E. Second Street, 800-948-8466
www.thomasfamilywinery.us

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April 2008

Hanover Concert Band 3 7:30pm, Center for the Performing Arts, Hanover College, 812-866-7000, www.hanover.edu/cacs
Mark Schultz Concert 4 Parker Auditorium, Hanover College 7:30pm 812-866-7000 Admission Charged. www.hanover.edu/cacs
Hanover Choir Spring Concert 5 2pm, Center for Fine Arts, Hanover College, 812-866-7000 Admission Charged. www.hanover.edu/cacs
Hanover Orchestra and Jazz Band 5 7:30pm, Center for Fine Arts, Hanover College, 812-866-7000 Admission Charged. www.hanover.edu/cacs
Bluegrass Music 5 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6 p.m. Admission free
Hot Luck & Fiery Foods 4&5 Thomas Family Winery, 208 East Second Street. Friday - folks bring hot & spicy covered dishes to share. Saturday - Fiery Food Exhibition, vendors sell hot & spicy wares. 812-273-3755; 800-948-8466  www.thomasfamilywinery.us
11th Annual Bits & Pieces Quilt Show 12-13 10:00am - 5:00pm. Jefferson County Fair Grounds. Admission $2.00, all proceeds go to scholarships in Jefferson County.   Annual Event
The Barber of Seville 18

Comic Opera presented by the Cincinnati Opera Outreach at the  Madison High School’s Opal Sherman Auditorium. 7:00PM. Admission free but donations are accepted. Info call 502-268-6261 Sponsored by The Madison Performing Arts Foundation.

Spring Celebration Festival 26-27 "Have a Bloomin' Good Time" as Spring Celebration premiers. Join the fun of The GREAT DIVIDE. Tour the garden shops and peruse the wares of artists and exhibitors at the COURTYARD HOME & GARDEN SHOWCASE. Weekend of shops, wine tasting, plant giveaways, wine, sumptuous garden lunches and beautiful spring blossoms. 1-800-41 WINES or 812-273-2409, www.lanthierwinery.com. 

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May 2008

Spring Celebration Festival 3-4 "Have a Bloomin' Good Time" as Spring Celebration premiers. Join the fun of The GREAT DIVIDE. Tour the garden shops and peruse the wares of artists and exhibitors at the COURTYARD HOME & GARDEN SHOWCASE. Weekend of shops, wine tasting, plant giveaways, wine, sumptuous garden lunches and beautiful spring blossoms. 1-800-41 WINES or 812-273-2409, www.lanthierwinery.com. 
Bluegrass Music 3  Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Madison in Bloom Spring Garden Tour

10-11

&

17-18

Tour private gardens in the downtown historic district. Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4
Advance tickets $8, after April 27th $10 (children under 12 free) Sponsored by Jefferson County Historical Society, 812-265-2335. Annual Event
www.jchshc.org, jchs@seidata.com
Ohio River Valley Folk Festival 16-17

Top Folk Artists along the riverfront.  Friday 5:30 - 10:30, Saturday noon-10:30pm.  Admission charged. 800-559-2956
www.ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com

Annual Molly Dattilo Run/Walk 17 8am - Crystal Beach.  5k walk/run.  Contact Bob Kelly at 812-265-6772
Gardens of Water Booksigning 17 Gardens of Water by internationally renowned author, Alan Drew.  Book signing, Saturday, 1-3pm at The Artful Living Company, 313 West Main Street.  For additional information -www.artfullivingcompany.com or call 866-966-6262.
Twilight Tasting 24 Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com
Spring Old Court Days 23-24-25 An antique and craft outdoor market held around the Jefferson County Courthouse, 9am-6pm, Saturday Fish Fry, Sponsored by the Madison Pilot Club, Free Admission, 812/273-6226. Annual Event
Cam River Run Car Show 24 11th annual car show featuring numerous vehicle classes and trophies and awards, with all proceeds going to charity. Food vendors, 50/50 drawings, D.J. music, souvenirs available. Rain or Shine. Madison's Riverfront on Vaughn Dr., 812/265-3620 ext. 4004 or 812/265-2956. www.camclub.itgo.com Annual Event
Music on the Deck 31 Madison Vineyards, free music on outside stage from 1pm-4pm.  Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com

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June 2008

Bluegrass Music 7 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Crystal Beach Opens   5 Vaughn Drive & Broadway. Family swimming, handicap accessible, admission charge. Contact Madison Parks Department, 812-265-8308.
Music in the Park 13

Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, 132 E. Main Street, Madison, Indiana, (812) 265-3270, information@madisonmainstreet.org.

Lanier Days 21& 22

Local Heritage Festival. Activities include: Civil War Encampment, storytellers,Victorian Tea, Childrens craft, talks by local historians, concert. Children $3.00 each, Adults w/ children free, Adults without children $3.00 Lanier Mansion 812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites

Twilight Tasting 28 Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com
   

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July 2008


Lanthier Winery's 3rd Annual Summer Artist Showcase
1-31 The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun.Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com
Madison Regatta 4,5,6 Unlimited Hydroplane Race, boat racing over 200mph, Testing and Qualifying, fireworks, music on the banks of the Ohio River, 10K Run and Race. Admission Charged, 812-265-5000. Annual Event
www.madisonregatta.com
Bluegrass Music 5 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Inn Cookout & Regatta Fireworks 5

Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park 812-265-4135

Music in the Park 11

7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison.  Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts and free balloons & face painting for the kids.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  In case of rain, concerts will be held at the Brown Gym.

Sponsored by

Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, 132 E. Main Street, Madison, Indiana, (812) 265-3270, information@madisonmainstreet.org.

Jefferson County 4-H Fair 5-12 4-H Events, grand stand events each evening, food booths, midway rides. Admission Charged, 812-265-8919  Annual Event
4th Annual Midsummer
Celebration
19
Lanthier Winery.  Wine samples join a gourmet bread and cheese buffet, Noon to 3pm Free Admission. . Located at 123 Mill Street Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information.
Twilight Tasting 26 Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com

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August 2008

Lanthier Winery's Annual Summer Artist Showcase 1-31 Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission.
Bluegrass Music 2 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Music in the Park 8

7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison.  Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts and free balloons & face painting for the kids.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  In case of rain, concerts will be held at the Brown Gym.

Sponsored by

Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, 132 E. Main Street, Madison, Indiana, (812) 265-3270, information@madisonmainstreet.org .

Madison RibberFest 15-16 6th Annual.  Two day treat for the taste buds! Madison’s  Indiana State barbecue cook-off held along the Riverfront. Blues music, balloon races, food & fun for the entire family. 800-559-2956 or 812-265-2956. Annual Event  www.madisonribberfest.com  
Neavill's Grove "Old Settlers Meeting" 30-31 Deputy Pike, Smyrna Township. Antique farm machinery, arts and crafts, flea market, entertainment, food, games and contests. Sponsored by Neavill's Grove Association. 812-273-3807. Admission Free. Annual Event
Harvest Hoot 31 Our 12th annual harvest celebration. Grape stomp, hay wagon vineyard tours, live music 1-6pm. Food available. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. FREE. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.  www.madisonvineyards.com

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September 2008

Lanthier Winery's Annual Autumn Artist Showcase 1-30 Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission.
Cash in the Attic 7

Appraiser Tim Luke will give a presentation. Program will include an auction of donated items. Admission $10.00 per person 7pm Lanier Mansion /Visitors Center Building  812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites

141st Chelsea Jubilee 6-7 Indiana's Oldest community reunion.  Held at Saluda township park, Highway 62 in Chelsea. Friday 5pm to 11pm, Sat. Noon to 11pm. Chelsea Park Jubilee Association, Inc. 812-889-2726 or 877-693-1401. Admission Free. Annual Event
Bluegrass Music 6 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Cash in the Attic 5

Appraiser Tim Luke will give a presentation. Program will include an auction of donated items. Admission $10.00 per person 7pm Lanier Mansion /Visitors Center Building  812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites

Appraisal Day 6

Appraiser Tim Luke will appraise items for the public. Fee- $10.00 per item, limit of four items per person. 10am-4pm Lanier Mansion/Visitors Center Building 812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites

Black & White Gala 6 Lanier Mansion, 6-9pm, Gala guests are encouraged to wear black and white clothing.  Refreshments, beer, wine, jazz concert.  North lawn, $30 per person, 812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites
Music in the Park 12

7 – 9 pm at the Broadway Fountain in gorgeous historic downtown Madison.  Bring your lawnchairs and join us at the fountain for FREE concerts and free balloons & face painting for the kids.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  In case of rain, concerts will be held at the Brown Gym.

Sponsored by Music in the Park is brought to you free by the Madison Main Street Program, 132 E. Main Street, Madison, Indiana, (812) 265-3270, information@madisonmainstreet.org.
Canaan Fall Festival and Pony Express Mail Run Celebration 12,13,14 Flea Market, parade, entertainment,  Pony Express mail run, contests, children's games, homemade ice cream.  Fri 9am-10pm, Sat 8am-10pm, Sun 9am-5pm. 812-839-4770 or 812-839-4101 Admission Free. Annual Event
The Great Event 13 Community Welcome and Homecoming Day for new residents and Hanover College students. Information booths, games, music, food, shopping and historic tours. Held at Broadway Fountain from 2-6pm. 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Admission Free. Annual Event
Hispanic Cultural Awareness Day & Celebration 13

Food, Mariachi Music, Dance, Puppets, Information,Fun for the Entire Family. Please come and ENJOY the festival!

Broadway Fountain, 4-9pm. Contact 812-273-4350.

Twilight Tasting 20 Four course meal with wines in the tasting room or on the covered deck. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com
Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale 25-28 Includes paperbacks, hard covers, magazines, etc. Hours vary. Call Library at 812-265-2744 or visit their website at www.madisonjeffco.lib.in.us   Annual Event
Fall Old Court Days 26-28 An antique and crafts outdoor market held around the Jefferson County Court House, Saturday Fish Fry.  9am to 6pm, Daily, Sponsored by the Madison Pilot Club, 812/273-6226. Admission Free. Annual Event
Annual Harvest Celebration Festival 29-30 "Fall into Fun". A cornucopia of artists, crafters, festival food and wine engulf the gardens surrounding Lanthier Winery. Celebrate the harvest traditions amidst the brilliance of autumn. 123 Mill Street Location, vintage Madision, Indiana. Call 800-41-WINES for more information about this prestigious event.
www.lanthierwinery.com
37th Annual Madison Chautauqua 27-28 Celebrating 38 years! Juried outdoor fine arts and crafts show. 270+ booths, Continuous entertainment, children's activity tent and food fest, Sat and Sun, 10am-5pm, Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 812/265-2956. Admission Free. Annual Event
www.madisonchautauqua.com
Falls 5K Walk/Run 27

Clifty Falls State Park & Kings Daughters Hospital Fee Charged 812-265-0175   www.kdhhs.org

Merry Collectors 7th Annual Ornament Sale 27 Buy, sell, trade Hallmark ornaments.  Senior Citizens Center, 208 W. Main St., 10am-4pm, 812-273-2318 or debbie.boston@yahoo.com

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October 2008

Lanthier Winery's Annual Autumn Artist Showcase 1-30 Call 1-800-41-WINES or 812-273-2409 or visit www.lanthierwinery.com for more information. View this exhibit at The Loft Gallery, located at 123 Mill Street 11am to 5pm Wed- Sun. Free Admission.
Madison Aviation Spectacular 4 An old fashioned Fly-In & air show.  Madison Municipal Airport. Vendors and concessions available. Call for more information 812/265-2803. Admission Free. Annual Event
  csauer@seidata.com
Bluegrass Music 4 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
Fall Fest 4 Live music on stage- noon-5pm.  Winery tours on the hour, German Brats & Sauerkraut available.  Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.
www.madisonvineyards.com
Tri Kappa Tour of Homes 10,11,12 Tour of 8 private homes in Madison's historic district.  Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
Hunters Moon Celebration 11 Fall gardening, crafting and workshops to the gardens of Lanthier Winery. The Big Bulb drop and Fall Great Divide mix with our french country garden's colorful blossoms to make Hunter's Moon a truly splendid celebration. Held at 123 Mill Street. Contact 1-800-41-WINES for information.
www.lanthierwinery.com
Soup, Stew, Chili & Brew 11 On Madison's Main Street. Individuals, businesses, and organizations compete to make Madison's best soup, stew or chili. 11am to 5pm. Tasting is by donation. Music onstage at Main & Mulberry. Call 812-265-3135. Sponsored by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. Free admission. Annual Event
Spooky Mansion 25

  Lanier Mansion State Historic Site - trick or treat thru the mansion's 1st floor.  Creepy Crafts, Civil War Ghost, refreshments around a bonfire, spooky ghost stories in the basement.  $3 per child - children under 12 must be accompanied by adult. 6-8pm  Lanier Mansion 812-273-0556 

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November 2008

Bluegrass Music 1 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
A Simple Christmas 14, 15 A Christmas shopping experience!  Free admission.  Refreshments, complimentary gift.  Something Simple, 217 E. Main St in the restored Masonic Lodge building, circa 1870-1874.  812-265-2566
Twilight Tasting 22 Four course meal featuring the 2005 Foch Nouveau. Limited seating-reserve early. Guaranteed reservations required - $35 per person + tax. Madison Vineyards, 1456 E 400N, 812-273-6500 or 888-473-6500.  www.madisonvineyards.com
Light Up Madison 25 6pm Broadway Fountain - caroling & family fun.  Madison Main Street Program
Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes 28,29,30 Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Advanced tickets through Nov. 9th, adults $12.50, children (5-15) $5, November 10th adult tickets $15, children $5. Fridays and Saturdays from 5-9pm, Sundays from 4-7pm. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Annual Event
www.nightsbeforechristmas.com
Annual Festival of Trees 28 -Dec. 30  Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill Street. Forest of glittering trees tower over guests. 800-41-WINES  www.lanthierwinery.com
Host of Angels 28 -Dec. 30 View one of the Midwest’s largest private collections of angels.  Kick off the holiday season with a splendid gathering of traditional holiday angels, celestial creatures and cherubs at123 Mill Street- No admission 11am-5pm Wed-Sun. Families are welcome; children must be accompanied by adult.  www.lanthierwinery.com

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December 2008

Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes 5,6,7 Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Advanced tickets through Nov. 9th, adults $12.50, children (5-15) $5, November 10th adult tickets $15, children $5. Fridays and Saturdays from 5-9pm, Sundays from 4-7pm. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Annual Event
www.nightsbeforechristmas.com
Handel's Messiah 6 Fitzgibbon Recital Hall in Lynn Center for Fine Arts at Hanover College. The Madison-Ohio Valley Community Chorus & Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Madlen Batchvasrova.  For information call Jane Jacobs at 812-265-3641
Annual Festival of Trees 1-30 Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill Street. Over 50 spectacular themed trees tower amidst the tasting room finery. Taste the spirit of Christmas with free samples of Lanthier holiday wines. More info: 1-800-41-WINES. www.lanthierwinery.com
Host of Angels 1-30 View one of the Midwest’s largest private collections of angels.  Kick off the holiday season with a splendid gathering of traditional holiday angels, celestial creatures and cherubs at123 Mill Street- No admission 11am-5pm Wed-Sun. Families are welcome; children must be accompanied by adult.  www.lanthierwinery.com
Annual Christmas Parade 6 Annual parade through historic Downtown Madison begins at Main and Mill Streets at 10:30am. Free entertainment and visit with Santa following the parade at Brown Gym. Sponsored by Madison Business and Professional Association, 812/265-2835. Annual Event
Bluegrass Music 6 Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. 6:00 p.m. Admission free.
St. Andrews Dinner/Dance  6

Ohio Valley Celtic Society  812-273-3755  Admission charged

Sugarplum Celebration 13-14  Sumptuous treats abound. "A sweet holiday vision" with complimentary samples of fudge, cookies, candies and chocolate. Lanthier Winery, 123 Mill Street. More information
1-800-41-WINES. www.lanthierwinery.com
Spirit of Christmas Past 14

Family Event. Holiday Stories, craft project, light refreshments, and Victorian Santa. $3.00 per child, Adults with children free 2-4 pm Lanier Mansion 812-273-0556 in.gov/ism/historicsites

If you have an Event or Festival that is not listed here, or if you see a date that is incorrect, contact us.