Limestone Country

Invasive Plant Pull
2024-04-27 - 2024-04-28 | Spring Mill State Park, 3333 SR 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
WEED WRANGLE, INDIANA!
Join us at Spring Mill State Park at the Sycamore Shelter at 9am to learn about Garlic Mustard, pick up a map, and pull as much as you can until 11am.
Meet back at 11:15am at the Sycamore Shelter to have your bag weighed and to enjoy some free lunch! Heaviest weighted bag by an individual, not group, wins a 2024 Indiana State Park Pass.
Park Entry Fee May Apply

Welcome Back Weekend
2024-05-04 08:00 - 2024-05-05 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Spring Mill State Park, 3333 SR 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
WELCOME BACK WEEKEND
Welcome Back to Spring Mill State Park where the Pioneer Village will be in full swing, spring camping will be available, and where hiking and other great summer events are to come! Join us this weekend to celebrate a new season in the great outdoors at Spring Mill!
Park Entry Fee May Apply

Roy Kyle and The Hot Rod Cruisers at the Mitchell Opera House
2024-05-04 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
May 4, 7pm.
The Hot Rod Cruisers are a vintage Rock ‘n’ Rock band performing hits from the 50s through the 80s. Thanks to this Western-Kentucky based band, the opera house will be rockin’, and you’ll be singing along to your favorites!

The Sunflower Market at Lambrecht Farm
2024-05-10 08:00 - 2024-05-11 17:00 | Lambrecht Farms, 5262 Leatherwood Rd, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
With budding sunflower fields as a backdrop, The Sunflower Market at Lambrecht Farm in Bedford will feature craft, farmers and merchandise booths, plus food vendors. Celebrate Spring and join us. Admission: $5. Children 12 and under FREE. No pets and no smoking.

RHINESTONE: the Songs of Glen Campbell Featuring Andy Kahrs at the Mitchell Opera House
2024-05-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
May 11, 7pm.
Singer, songwriter and guitarist, Andy Kahrs, brings the best of Glen Campbell’s music to Mitchell. Hear the timeless songs such as Wichita Lineman, Gentle on My Mind, By the Time I Get to Phoenix and Rhinestone Cowboy.

Free Fishing Days
2024-05-12 - 2024-05-13, 2024-06-01 - 2024-06-02, 2024-06-02 - 2024-06-03 | IN, United States
FREE FISHING DAYS
On Free Fishing Days, Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish the state’s public waters. All other rules such as seasons, bag, and size limits apply.
Free Fishing Days are an excellent opportunity to learn how to fish, take your family fishing, or introduce a friend to fishing.
PLACES TO FISH IN LAWRENCE COUNTY
Avoca Park
Spring Mill State Park
*park entry fee may apply
Williams Dam & Recreational Area
Tincher Pond
Do you know how to fish? See Fishing Tips and Videos.

Sean Lamb Janet Miller Band at the Mitchell Opera House
2024-05-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
******This show has been cancelled.*******
May 18, 7pm
From Indiana and Ohio, the Sean Lamb Janet Miller band will bring their country-rock sound to the Mitchell Opera House. With both male and female lead vocalists, you’ll hear familiar songs from artists like Bob Seger, Fleetwood Mac, Johnny Cash and Miranda Lambert.

Annual Touch a Truck
2024-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Thornton Park, 1625 17th St, Bedford, IN, United States
Tiny drivers have the green light to touch and view so many big, cool vehicles at Thornton Park.

Firetrucks
Ambulances
Buses
Bucket trucks
Tractors
Construction equipment and more.

All ages welcome.
Event is collaborated by Bedford Public Library and the Parks Dept.

Living History Weekend
2024-05-25 - 2024-05-27 | Spring Mill State Park, 3333 SR 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with us at Spring Mill State Park!
The Pioneer Village is a special place where you can take a trip back into time for a glimpse of life in the 19th century. On this weekend, the village will have encampments to visit and special guests telling stories from the past.
Park Entry Fees May Apply

Indiana Limestone Carving Workshop
2024-06-01 09:00 - 2024-06-02 17:00 | Spring Mill State Park, 3333 SR 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
To kick off Limestone month, join us for this special limestone carving workshop at Spring Mill State Park.
Cost is $25 in addition to the park entrance.
Hours 9am-5pm.

Tyler Christopher - Elvis Tribute
2024-06-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Get “all shook up” as Tyler Christopher, multi-award winning Elvis tribute artist, wows the audience with one Elvis hit after another. Experience all Elvis eras, from 1950s rock n rock to 1970s Vegas.
Doors open at 6:15pm.
Tickets $30 for Adults, $15 for 12 and under.

The Rigbys - A Beatles Tribute
2024-06-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Hear the best of The Beatles music from ballads to rock from 1962 to the present and back again. The Rigbys will perform music by the Beatles as a group and as individual artists, too.
Tickets $20 for Adults, $10 for kids 12 and under.

Country Neighbors' Tour
2024-06-14 10:00 - 2024-06-15 18:00 | Country Neighbors Tour, Bedford, IN, United States
Hidden throughout the countryside of Lawrence County, shop the unique home-based shops offering hand-made items, primitives, antiques, furniture, garden items and flowers, one-of-a-kinds, jewelry and seasonal decor. On this tour, you’ll find 13 shops that are truly hidden gems. Pick up your tour map and information at the Lawrence County Visitor’s Center in downtown Mitchell.
Hours: 10am-6pm each day.

Great Wide Open - Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Tribute Band
2024-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Tom Petty and the Heartbreaker’s artistic and musical genius created hits and topped the charts over and over. Classic Rock n Roll, electric lyrics and powerful ballads are what earned Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers election to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Hear these hits expertly performed by the Great Wide Open tribute band.
Tickets are $25 for adults. $13 for 12 and under.

Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show
2024-06-21 - 2024-06-24 | The Lawrence County 4H Fairgrounds, 11265 US Highway 50W, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
59th ANNUAL GEM, MINERAL, FOSSIL SHOW
The Lawrence County Rock Club hosts the annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds.
See a variety of gems, jewelry, beads, minerals, fossils, rocks, gifts, lapidary supplies, Rockhound & Prospecting tools, 4-H/science fair projects and more!
Friday | 10 AM 0 6:30 PM
Saturday | 9 AM to 6:30 PM
Sunday | 10 AM to 4 PM
For more information, call (812)929-5367

Rachel Holt & Sarah Patrick - Country Music Live!
2024-06-22 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Hear the country hits you know and love, plus a few new songs with a country flair!
Doors open at 6:15pm.
Tickets $20 adults, $10 12 and under.

Bedford Parks Outdoor Series: Oaks - The Trees of Life
2024-06-25 18:00 | Hoosier National Forest Office, 811 Constitution Ave., Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and gain a deeper appreciation for “Oaks – The Trees of Life,” put on by the Bedford Parks Outdoors Series! Judi Brown with “Let the Sun Shine In” will lead an engaging discussion on the many benefits that Oaks provide to wildlife, the forest ecosystem, and people! Learn how we can preserve and protect these vital components of Indiana’s natural heritage.
To secure your spot, RSVP by Monday, June 24th, by calling the Bedford Parks Department at (812) 275-5692.

Limestone Heritage Festival
2024-06-28 - 2024-06-30 | Downtown Bedford, 1500 I Street, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
The annual Limestone Heritage Festival celebrates Lawrence County’s rich limestone heritage and is the culminating event during the Limestone Month celebration each June.
Food vendors, live entertainment on the Harp Common Stage, limestone carving exhibition at the Downtown Depot, Bedford Farmers market, The Limestone Heritage Festival Parade and fireworks display are all presented in the heart of downtown Bedford.
Limestone Carving Exhibition at Downtown Depot

Friday, 5-8pm
Saturday 9am – 4pm

Parade following by fireworks

Saturday 6pm

Cars & Coffee on Main Street
2024-06-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Mitchell, Mitchell, IN, United States
Rev up your engines and cruise into Mitchell’s downtown Main Street for some coffee and freshly baked breakfast items from “A Piece of Cake” mobile bakery bus. Get ready to feast your eyes on an impressive lineup of vintage beauties to modern marvels and connect with fellow car enthusiasts!
Call (812) 583-6119 for questions

Makenzie Phipps - Country & Blues
2024-06-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Hear a blend of soulful county with a hint of blues for a unique sound performed by Makenzie Phipps.
Doors open at 6:15pm.
Tickets $15 adults, $8 for 12 and under.

Lawrence County Fair
2024-07-06 - 2024-07-14 | The Lawrence County 4H Fairgrounds, 11265 US Highway 50W, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
LAWRENCE COUNTY 4H FAIR
Daily Events
Friday, July 5
9 AM – Foods (Community Building); Cake & Cupcake Decorating (Exhibit Hall)
10 AM – Horticulture, Beekeeping, Floriculture Judging (Exhibit Hall)
10 AM – Dog Showmanship & Obedience (Show Arena)
Saturday, July 6
5 AM – Animal Check In
10 AM – Dog Agility (Show Arena)
4 PM – Public Fashion Revue (Expo Hall)
6 PM – Horse & Pony: Halter Classes & Showmanship (Horse Arena)
7 PM – Demolition Derby | $15 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand)
Sunday, July 7
9 AM – Dairy Females (Show Arena)
10 AM – Horse & Pony: Western Pleasure (Horse Arena)
4 PM – Rabbit Show (Show Arena)
5 PM – Exhibit Hall Awards (Park Tent) *Exhibit Hall Grand Opening to Follow*
7 PM – Bar MC Rodeo | $15 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand)
Monday, July 8
9 AM – Swine Show (Show Arena)
3 PM – Horse & Pony: Minis (Horse Arena)
4 PM – Pygmy & Meat Goat Show (Show Arena)
4 PM – Horse & Pony: English (Horse Arena)
6:30 PM – Horse & Pony: Freestyle Reigning & Costume (Horse Arena)
7 PM – Pig Scramble | $10 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand)
Tuesday, July 9
9 AM – Market Beef Show (Show Arena)
11 AM – Poultry Show (Show Arena)
4 PM – Sheep Show (Show Arena) *RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY AT 2:30 PM*
5 PM – Horse & Pony: Contesting (Horse Arena) *RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 PM*
7 PM – Quads Race | $10 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand) *RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY*
Wednesday, July 10
9 AM – Dairy Steers & Minis (Show Arena)
4 PM – Beef Show (Show Arena)
7 PM – Motocross | $10 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand) *CANCELED*
Thursday, July 11
9 AM – Dairy Goat Show (Show Arena)
10 AM – Cat Show (Exhibit Hall)
TBA – Robotics Challenge (Details TBD)
4 PM – Small Animal Round Robin Meeting
6 PM – Goat Costume (Goat Barn)
6 PM – Horse & Pony: Versatility (Horse Arena)
7 PM – Micro Wrestling | $10 BLEACHER SEATING, $25 RINGSIDE, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE BLEACHER SEATING (Grand Stand)
Friday, July 12
9 AM – Small Animal Round Robin (Show Arena)
10 AM – Round Robin Meeting (Community Building)
10 AM – Horse & Pony: Fun Show (Horse Arena)
4 PM – Round Robin
7 PM – Tractor Pull | $10 ADULTS, $5 AGES 3-12, AGE 2 & UNDER FREE (Grand Stand)
Saturday, July 13
10 AM – Senior Brunch (Expo Hall)
2 PM – Livestock Auction
9 PM – Exhibit Hall Project Release
Sunday, July 14
2 PM – Exhibit Hall Project Pick-Up

See President Abraham Lincoln
2024-07-06 12:30 | Spring Mill State Park, 3333 SR 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
Visit with President Abraham Lincoln as part of the Old Fashioned Independence Weekend! Lincoln will be in the Pioneer Village Meeting House at 12:30 PM.

Sarah Schafer Memory Walk
2024-07-13 19:00 | Lawrence County Museum of History, 929 15th Street, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
Sarah Schafer, a 23-year-old Latin teacher at Bedford High School, was murdered on January 21, 1904, in an alley off Lincoln Avenue. The murder remains unsolved after 120 years. This memory walk will include stops at the site of the mortuary where Schafer’s body was embalmed, and Death Valley, where her body was found. Come for a night of history and learn about some of the suspects who were thought to be involved in the murder. You might even learn – “Who did it…”
Tickets are $12 for Adults | $10 for Seniors & Students

Madmen Across Water - A Billy Joel / Elton John Tribute Band
2024-07-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Celebrate the music from two of the most highly acclaimed artists in the world through a spectacular two-part performance appropriately titled “Still Rock n’ Roll” and “Madmen Across the Water” Back to Back tribute show. Their two-part performance brings this show into one amazing rock fest performance!
Doors open at 6:15 pm.
Tickets $20 for adults, $10 for kids 12 and under

Virgil I "Gus" Grissom Days
2024-07-20 - 2024-07-22 | Grissom Memorial, 3333 State Road 60 East, Mitchell, IN, 47446, United States
Join us this weekend as we honor the legacy of Lawrence County’s hometown hero, astronaut Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom. Born and raised in Mitchell, Indiana, Grissom went on to become one of the first Americans to fly into space.
In celebration of his remarkable achievements, we invite you to join us at Spring Mill State Park for a weekend filled with exciting space-themed events and activities!
*Park Entry Fees May Apply*

3rd Annual Cement City Cruise-In - Mitchell
2024-07-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Lehigh Fields, IN, United States
The 3rd Annual Cement City Cruise-In will be at the Lehigh Field in Mitchell, Indiana on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 9am-3pm. (Rain dates: July 27)
To Register Vehicles/Vendors and Swap Meet:

Pre-register by June 1 and receive a free t-shirt. Goodie bags to the first 150 registered. Cash prizes for registered vehicles.
Cars, trucks and motorcycles can register on the day of the event from 8am-noon – $20.
Free Swap Meet
Vendor space: 10×10 for $25. Bring your own chairs, tables and tents.

SPECTATORS: FREE ADMISSION
Food, home-made ice cream, door prizes and 50/50 drawing.

Eric & The Iconics
2024-07-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Mitchell Opera House, IN, United States
Touching on Pop, Rock, Motown, R&B favorites, and “seldom heard” gems of the 1960s and 1970s, Eric & The Iconics will take you back to those good times one song at a time!
Doors open at 6:15 pm.
Tickets can be purchased with cash or check at ACE in Mitchell or at the ticket booth the night of the event with cash, check, or card!
$25 for adults, $13 for kids 12 and under.

Zahn Historic District Stroll
2024-07-23 18:00 | Catholic Church Parking Lot, 1723 I Street, Bedford, IN, 47421, United States
Join us Tuesday evening, July 23rd, to stroll Zahn Historic District and learn about some of Bedford’s oldest homes.
The neighborhood includes modest homes from the 1800’s, limestone sidewalks and retaining walls, some grand homes, and Bedford’s oldest stone church. Learn about this neighborhood, once known as Dutch Town, and how John Zahn, a German immigrant, helped mold the neighborhood.
The entire walk will be six blocks, with many stops along the way. Come share our interest in Bedford’s historic neighborhoods!
Don’t forget to RSVP by calling Autumn Ray or Isaiah Moore at the Bedford Parks Department: (812) 275-5692
