Downtown Goshen Events 2021
There's always something to see and do in downtown Goshen, Indiana!Let’s Get This Party Re-Started
From 2007 to 2020, downtown Goshen was most widely known for its renowned First Fridays events. The monthly downtown block party showcased artists, entertainers, and independently-owned businesses and attracted thousands of visitors throughout the year.
The health and safety concerns introduced in 2020 made large, concentrated gatherings an impossibility. BUT…the spirit of First Fridays – connection, supporting neighbors, shopping locally, and celebration – transformed into NEW events and initiatives that continued to welcome locals and delight visitors. And, beginning in August we look forward to the return of First Fridays events!
2021 Downtown Goshen Events
Fire and Ice Festival
Saturday, February 27
For the first time, downtown Goshen hosts the annual ice-sculpture event in February.
Spring Into Action
Friday and Saturday, April 9 and 10
Shop and dine to benefit others! The community and local shops spring into action by supporting area charities.
Open for Business
Spring, 2021
Enjoy shopping, eating, drinking, and the personal service you can only get from locally-owned shops.
Summer Block Party
Saturday, June 26
Summer is here and the time is right to close down Main Street and celebrate all that Downtown Goshen has to offer.
CornFest
Friday, August 6
First Fridays returns!
Celebrate with friends and family in the downtown you know and love.
VolksFest
Friday, September 3
A perennial First Fridays favorite
returns in September.
Harvest Festival
Friday, October 1
For October First Fridays, hayrides, cider, country music, and line-dancing are all on the docket.
Goshen Arts Tour
Friday, November 5
Local artists showcase their work in downtown businesses in this inspiring annual event.
Hometown Holiday
Friday, December 2
Come warm up and spread the holiday cheer in downtown Goshen during our Hometown Holiday celebration.
2021 Holiday Shopping Map
Collect stamps from participating stores and submit your map to the Electric Brew by December 31 to enter a drawing for a basket filled with downtown goodies!
2020 Downtown Goshen Events
Fire and Ice Festival
Friday, January 3
Kick off the new year downtown with friends, family, and good food.
Wine and Chocolate
Friday, February 7
Enjoy a variety of wine and chocolate samples throughout downtown.
Live & Local
Friday, March 6
Performance, entertainment, and demonstrations in downtown stores.
Spring into Action
Friday, April 3
Goshen First Fridays shift from in-person gatherings to an online community gathering. We look forward to seeing you all there!
May Day
Friday, May 1
Thanks to everyone who participated using our online store to support downtown businesses this month!
Giving Tuesday Now
Friday, May 5
As an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19, #GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity.
Love, Goshen
June 5 – 10
First Fridays turns 14 in June! While we have to celebrate at a safe social distance and limit crowd numbers, we are still excited to mark our anniversary month with fanfare.
July First Fridays
Celebrate Independence
We are disappointed to announce the cancellation of the popular July cruising event. We encourage you to celebrate independence by shopping local. And please, wear a mask.
Love Goshen Music
August 8 – September 25
Wander downtown over lunch on Fridays this August and September and catch free music by local musicians while you shop, eat, and enjoy this lovely summer.
Love Goshen Art
August 22 – September 26
Saturdays are for art in downtown Goshen. Local artists need your support during these rough times. Now you have the opportunity to watch them demonstrate their craft every Saturday morning, and you can purchase their unique offerings.
Fall Fashion Show
Friday, August 28
We’re bringing the runway to your home! This year’s show includes looks for kids, pre-teens, women’s professional wear, loungewear, layering items, shoes and boots, accessories, and, of course, masks.
Self-Care September
September 4 – 30
Good self-care is key to improved mood and reduced anxiety. Now more than ever, self-care needs to be a priority for everyone. Our local downtown businesses have all you need to practice self-care.
Love Goshen Holidays
November 9 – December 24
Starting Monday, November 9, grab a Love Goshen Holidays map (or download one here) and choose your own adventure. The map provides a scavenger hunt with a puzzle for you to solve. Each participating store has a word clue on their door.
Love Goshen Holidays
Need Gift Ideas?
Our downtown stores have you covered!
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, December 1
Please consider contributing to support our downtown independent retailers, revitalize the downtown district, and resume event activities when we are safely able to do so.
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