INDIANA AND SOUTHERN OHIO AUGUST EVENTS: 2025 SCHEDULE
Dive into the summer spirit with the August 2025 Events Guide for Indiana and nearby southern Ohio! From Richmond’s vibrant 80s Neon Night Out to Connersville’s swing dance, and Oxford’s lively street festivals just across the border, these events showcase the best of community fun, music, and culture. Join the celebration in Wayne County, IN, and nearby Ohio for an unforgettable August!
INDIANA EVENTS
RICHMOND
Aug 5 | 4-8 PM | Richmond, IN
Join us for this special edition of our Tuesday Twilight Market – 80’s NEON NIGHT OUT sponsored by the Richmond UEA! For National Farmers Market Week, we are celebrating BIG and will have special hours from 4pm-8pm.
Aug 16 | 9 AM | Wayne County Vets Park, Richmond, IN
Wayne County Vets Park, Richmond, Indiana | Saturday, August 16, 2025 | Registration Begins at 9:00 AM | Trophies at 2:00 PM | Classic Cars & Trucks | Hot Rods, Jeeps, Motorcycles | Music by DJ CWB | Dash Plaques for the First 100 Entries | Food & Drinks Available Onsite
DEPOT DISTRICT ART & WINE WALK
Aug 13 | 5-8 PM | Richmond, IN
Browse and shop original works from local artists, set up along N. 8th Street. Enjoy a wine tasting experience hosted by The Cordial Cork on the corner of N. 8th Street and Ft. Wayne Ave. Wine Tasting Tickets: $20 – includes 3 tastings and 1 glass of wine.
CONNERSVILLE
Aug 22 | 7-9 PM | Connersville IN
Put on your dancing shoes and join us for the Big Band Swing Dance, Friday, August 22 from 7-9pm at the Market Street Stage! This is gonna be a swingin’ good time!
Aug 16 | 5-8 PM | Connersville, IN
Join us in the front parking lot of Ole Rooste every 3rd Saturday of the month from May – September for a specialty car-hop menu, live classic music, door prizes, dash plaques, & more.
NEARBY OHIO EVENTS
OXFORD
Aug 26 | 7 PM | Oxford, OH
Step into an enchanted woodland where mischievous fairies play, young lovers chase their heart’s desires, and magic sparkles under the summer moon! Bring the whole family and enjoy Shakespeare’s beloved comedy for free in the great outdoors. With a playful spirit and whimsical surprises around every corner, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” promises laughter, wonder, and memorable moments under the stars.
Aug 29 | 6-10 PM | Oxford, OH
Say goodbye to summer and hello to a new school year at Red Brick Friday: Streets & Eats! We’re welcoming Miami students back to town with live music, a zip line, giant slides, food trucks, and local vendors all packed into a high-energy street fest. High Street will be closed to traffic so you can wander, eat, dance, and play in the heart of Uptown. It’s the perfect mix of community, campus, and celebration — and it’s free and open to everyone!
Aug 8 | 7:30-9 PM | Oxford, OH
Bring your lawn chair, relax, and enjoy great music in a welcoming community space. OCAC is a DORA-friendly venue, so you’re welcome to bring beverages from participating businesses.