Versailles Pumpkin Show and Other Fall 2018 Events

Ripley County is beautiful all year round, but early fall is especially nice. September is full of great area events, including the Versailles Pumpkin Show right outside our office. Here’s a quick roundup of fall events in southeastern Indiana this month:

Old Timbers Lodge Days

The Big Oaks Conservation Society is hosting an open house at the historic Old Timbers Lodge on September 8^th, 2018 from 1-6 p.m. During that time, you can access the lodge from two gates on Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge, Gate 1A and Gate 8. Lodge tours and light refreshments will be provided.

Sunman Fall Fest

Celebrate fall at the Sunman Community Park on September 8^th, 2018 beginning at 3 p.m. The day begins with a parade and concludes with a fireworks show, with lots of activities in between. Live music, beer/wine gardens, kids inflatables, craft and food vendors, and more.

Oktoberfest 2018 Street Festival

The Sherman Biergarten is presenting a free Oktoberfest street festival in Batesville on September 14^th, 2018 beginning at 6 p.m. Musicians from Germany will play in the Biergarten, and 5 Lights will play on the intersection of George and Walnut Streets from 9 p.m. to midnight. Both streets will be closed for the event.

Vogt Farm Pumpkin Festival

On Saturdays and Sundays from September 22^nd through October 21^st, Vogt Farm will host the annual pumpkin festival. Take a horse-drawn trolley ride to the pumpkin patch. The festival also includes pony rides, a corn maze, paddleboat rides, and a petting zoo.

Kiwanis 29^th Annual Apple Festival

This annual event features arts, crafts, entertainment, games, vendors, and, of course, plenty of apples! Event takes place at Liberty Park in Batesville on Saturday, September 22^nd (11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Sunday, September 23^rd (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

Osgood’s 4^th Annual Bricktoberfest

On Saturday, September 22^nd from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Osgood’s historic brick road will host the 4^th annual Bricktoberfest, a family-friendly community event featuring smoked barbecue, live entertainment, games, local vendors, and more.