October First Fridays
Goshen, Indiana
Harvest Festival
Friday, October 7, 5 – 9 p.m.
Celebrate fall in all her glory in downtown Goshen. Fire pits, a fall fashion show, and seasonal food and drinks are all part of this crisp and festive evening.
Pumpkin decorating and a petting zoo for children round out the evening’s activities. Harvest Festival First Fridays falls at the start of Goshen College’s homecoming weekend, as well, offering additional special events at the Goshen Theater.
Free Live Music and Fashion!
Fall Fashion Show
6 – 7 p.m.
Enjoy a fashion show on the First Fridays stage featuring unique clothing from locally-owned downtown businesses.
Los Ortega
7 – 9 p.m.
It’s impossible to stay in your seat when this six-piece band is on the stage playing dance tunes from Northern Mexico.
Highlights
Family Activities
- A Petting Zoo on East Washington Street courtesy of Savage Riding
- Free Pumpkin Decorating, at the Goshen Theater sponsored by Interra Credit Union
- Goshen College Homecoming activities
Fall Fashion Show on the First Fridays Stage
Starting at 6 p.m., I M SHE, Twisted Britches Boutique, Kozahz, Woldruff’s Apparel, Jules Boutique, and Salon J join forces and hit the First Fridays stage with dozens of Fall Fashion looks.
Taste of Fall
Get into the spirit with seasonal flavors at these member locations!
- Common Spirits – Hot Mulled Cider (with choice spirit), and Smoked Fall Old Fashioneds
- Constant Spring – Cinnamon Apple Blondie, and Bourbon Apple Fizz cocktail
- Goshen Brewing – Get our Hard Apple Cider in cans
- Jojo’s Pretzels – Beer Cheese, Hot Cider, Hot Chocolate
- Maple City Market – 30% off winter squashes
- Shirley’s Popcorn – Caramel To Die For Popcorn
- South Side Soda Shop – Pumpkin Pie, Crunchy Pumpkin, Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Venturi – High Proof Old Fashioned, Pizza Feature – imported italian tomato, brussel sprouts, house-made mozzarella, garlic, pancetta, red chili flakes
Food to Go on South Main
- Rulli’s on Wheels
- Weiner Shack & Grill Food Truck
- Tropicana Ice Cream Shop
- Golden Star Kettle Corn
- All Over Creations
First Fridays Beer Tent
Grab food to go then relax with a cold beverage served by our friendly volunteers on East Washington Street.
In-Store Promotions
See our list below and swing through the open doors at the Goshen Theater for additional special events planned throughout the evening.
Family-Friendly Tent
Goshen Health Systems is sponsoring a dedicated space for mothers and those caring for children. The tent, located on the 100 block of East Washington Street, offers private areas for nursing mothers, changing tables, and complimentary diapers and wipes. A First Fridays attendant will staff the tent to provide additional support to families.
October Sponsors
Photo Gallery
Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy October First Fridays
October Member Promotions
Cornerstone Christian Fellowship (110 South 5th)
Chili Cook-off!
Bragging rights are on the line! Please join us for a taste test, and then cast your vote for the best chili!
We will serve 5 to 7 p.m., or until we run out.
This is a family event. There is no charge. We would love to see you!
Meet the Authors
Meet Courtney Magnuson Gomez author of Fletcher’s Big Adventures, Shannan Martin author of Start with Hello, and Judith L Roth author of Cadence and Kittenfish.
All three authors will be available to meet and sign copies of their books from 6 – 8 p.m. during October First Fridays.
First United Methodist Church (214 South Fifth)
Shout For Joy! Youth Choir
This is a wonderfully talented Goshen community youth choir under the direction of Sandy Hill will perform beginning at 6:30 p.m. Stop by for a short concert in our beautiful, historic sanctuary.
After the concert, you are invited to enjoy a dessert with us in our Garden Room.
Goshen City Church of the Brethren (203 North Fifth)
Evergreen Singers Concert
Evergreen Singers will perform with us beginning at 5:30 p.m. They have been meeting weekly since 1985 and they sing secular, sacred, and Christmas music. Singers come from Greencroft Goshen as well as other areas of Elkhart County, and are open to people 50 and up.
There will be chili and drinks served for visitors to enjoy while listening to the choir. Join us!
Events at the Museum
Browse the Museum and be sure to note our window display featuring the 100-year anniversary of Kercher Orchard Markets. We’ll also have a kids coloring page opportunity and the Police Booth at the corner of Main and Lincoln will be open.
Lavender Jazz
Step into Goshen Theater during the Harvest Festival to hear the musical stylings of Goshen College’s Lavender Jazz on the Mainstage in the Miller Auditorium! The band will play throughout the evening, starting around 6 p.m.
Grab a snack and drink at the concession stand, or try a cocktail at the bar!
Fall Fashions
Stop in and check out all the new fall fashions and in-store specials. Make sure to watch for us at the 6 p.m. Fashion Show on the First Fridays Stage where we will feature our favorite fall looks.
Ignition Music (120 East Washington)
Fred Hostetler
Critically acclaimed Indie recording artist and songwriter Fred Hostetler returns for a new edition of his 2017 sold out show.
The Goshen native and graduate of Goshen College has worked and performed with rock and blues legends. He now resides on Whidbey Island in the Pacific Northwest.
10/7/22 ALL AGES | Doors 7 p.m. | Show 7:30 p.m. | $15 RES Seats, $10 GEN (standing) | Ignition Music Garage 120 E Washington
Harvest Scarecrows – First Fridays Free Kid’s Craft
Join us on Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. for a free kid’s craft activity – creating your own Harvest Scarecrow!
We look forward to having you join us.
Jules Boutique (130 South Main)
Fall Fashion Show
See us at the Fall Fashion show on the First Fridays stage starting at 6!
Kozahz (114 East Washington)
Fall Fashion Show
See us at the Fall Fashion show on the First Fridays stage starting at 6!
Salon J (130 South Main, Suite 2)
Fall Fashion Show
See us at the Fall Fashion show on the First Fridays stage starting at 6!
Twisted Britches Boutique (213 South Main)
Fall Fashion Show
See us at the Fall Fashion show on the First Fridays stage starting at 6!
Ten Thousand Villages in Goshen
(206 South Main)
Celebrate Fair Trade Month!
We want you to experience Fair Trade, so we’re celebrating the month with sales for you!
This event is the whole month of October
- 15% off Bags and Scarves October 1-7
- 15% off Kitchen October 8-14
- 15% off Costume Jewelry October 15-21
- 15% off Plant and Garden October 22-31
- 25% off Clearance all through the month of October
Join us as we celebrate our artisan partners in Fair Trade and come see what new things we have for you!
**Artisans have been paid in full
The Window (223 South Main)
October Dinner Fundraiser
The Window will serve Chili, both Vegan and Beef, with Corn Bread, Coffee, and Water.
All proceeds go to The Window to assist in serving all people with limited income.
Woldruff’s Footwear & Apparel (135 South Main)
New Fall Arrivals
Welcome fall with all new arrivals at both the boutique and shoe store! While you’re there, look over freshly added summer clearance items!
You can also find us on the First Fridays stage for the Fall Fashion show starting at 6 p.m.
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