Events by Category
Antiques and Vintage Markets
Make plans to attend the fun 19th Historic National Road Yard Sale Days from Baltimore MD. to St. Louis MO. Treasures of all kinds can be found while shopping throughout Wayne County along U.S. 40. during this event. Sales vary during the time...
Browse through vendors from multiple states exhibiting American country, English traditional, textiles, folk art, books and all manner of vintage and antique pieces. For more information, please visit: ...
A show lovers dream full of vintage jars, bottles and antiques awaits in quaint Crietz Park, held right in the heart of Antique Alley.
Auto Enthusiasts
Homecoming 2022 is going to be a blast! This year the Depot District is joining in the fun and making it a community event. For those coming early for the tours on Thursday and Friday, be sure to check out ‘First Friday’ events in the Depot...
The 2022 Gathering will be Friday August 5th AND Saturday August 6th.The gates open at noon on Friday and 8AM on Saturday and will last until? FRIDAY: Gates open at noon, Cruise thru Richmond leaving shortly after the drivers meeting at 6:30pm,...
The 2022 Gathering will be Friday August 5th AND Saturday August 6th.The gates open at noon on Friday and 8AM on Saturday and will last until? FRIDAY: Gates open at noon, Cruise thru Richmond leaving shortly after the drivers meeting at 6:30pm,...
History and Heritage
The Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce their newest Business Education Series; Culture of Community: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion. This is a 3-part series, hosted at the Wayne County Historical Museum. Tickets can...
Explore the digital exhibit, Legacy of Enslaved Mothers Project, during this virtual event featuring speakers from the Boone County Public Library of Kentucky. This exhibit takes a close look at the resiliency of enslaved women in Kentucky and...
Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States and marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 to ensure all enslaved people could be freed following the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation 30 months...
The Gennett Recording Story: The Birth of American Recorded Music Signature Dinner & Exhibit Premier will take place June 25. Come celebrate the story of Gennett Records to the tune of the 1920's! Enjoy dinner catered by Old Richmond Inn, a...
The Wayne County Historical Museum will debut its exhibit celebrating the far reaching story of Gennett Records and celebrate its contributions through time and space. The Indiana Historical Society’s recent exhibit on this beloved Wayne County...
Listen to a reading of Frederick Douglass' speech, "What, to the slave, is the Fourth of July?" Then, join Dr. John McGivigan of the Frederick Douglass Papers at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis for a community discussion on one...
Explore a fuller history of Fountain City during a guided tour of Willow Grove Cemetery.Discover soldiers, doctors, business owners, Underground Railroad heroes and African Americans who called the area home and made Willow Grove the first...
Family Fun
Join the Richmond Senior Community Center every Friday at 9am for Gentle Yoga led by Shari Veach. There is plenty of room for social distancing as the class is held in the gymnasium. Gentle Yoga is free to members, and $5 to the public 18 and up...
You can be a part of promoting Great Futures for Wayne County kids by being a sponsor and/or signing up as a team for the tournament! For Tickets: ...
Enjoy the Richmond Farmers Market during the winter! You will find a large assortment of products from 100% certified local farmers & vendors! Produce, meat, eggs, honey, baked goods, jams and jellies, candles, soaps, jewelry, fine art,...
The Flying Cardinal 5K is held each spring and benefits both the SCS Home and School Group and the Athletic Boosters. This year will mark our 9th Annual Flying Cardinal 5K and will be held at Springwood Park. For more information on sponsorship...
Enjoy the Local Stitch outdoor festival with local vendors, handmade items, tarot card reader, food truck, shopping & coffee shop inside The Village Forager. Admission: Free
Join CEC staff on the trails the third Saturday of every month to discover plant and animal friends. Family friendly explorations unravel nature’s secrets throughout the seasons.This month discover the very hidden life of trees in winter. What is...
First Annual Block Party! Dr. Lucinda M. Wright wants each and every one of YOU to Join Townsend Community Center, Inc. for an incredible DAY of Community resources, Fun and Fellowship! Admission: Free
Come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun for dogs and their owners!First, take your dog on a leashed walk around the reservoir to find "hidden" treats, scavenger hunt style. Then, come back to the Bark Park so the pups can hang out and play, and if...
Centerville Veteran’s Parade on Main Street will begin at 6pm on May 21, 2022, followed by FREE Ullery’s Ice Cream at Maplewood Park (While supplies last).All Wayne county Veterans are welcome: To be in the parade, report to Crown Creek Blvd near...
ALMS Presents! Live Music at Elstro Plaza on Food Truck Wednesdays! Come get your local food fix down at Jack Elstro Plaza! A variety of food trucks and local restaurants from the Richmond/Wayne County area will set up on Wednesdays this summer,...
Plan to attend the Olive Hill Farm Craft Show for another upcoming outdoor event! Come shop rain or shine for items such as wood and repurposed items for the home & garden. Admission: Free
Join us for a huge community event where we shop all of our favorite local businesses but also learn about a lot of new ones too! VENDORS: Small business owners of any kind! Whether you want to sell goods / services or even just advertise your...
The Richmond Depot District will be having First Friday's from June - August. All will have a roaring 20's theme, Wine Walk (5 stops), up to 30 Artisan Vendors, and the Depot will have Gennett Recording Studio items on display.Also, each month...
Firehouse BBQ & The Starr-Gennett Foundation will provide live music on the patio, First Fridays in June and July, for the Depot District Art Walk, followed by an afterparty concert on the big stage inside! June's musical guests on the patio...
Local artists will be set up along North 8th Street in Richmond's Historic Depot District demonstrating & selling their art. New this year...we've added a wine walk! Enjoy 5 tastings throughout Depot District businesses. Tickets are $15 and...
INDNR is offering free fishing days for Indiana residents on May 1, June 4-5, and September 24.Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout stamp to fish in public waters on free fishing days. On all other days, only youth (age 17...
The fact that 3 rivers combine above the soon to be removed Weir Dam in the Whitewater Gorge is an interesting Richmond detail. They are the West Fork (Thistlewaite Falls once affected by a diversion Dam), the Middlefork (Middlefork Reservoir Dam...
Join us on Saturday, June 4 for Family Nature Day at the Middlefork Reservoir. We will have all day specials on boats rentals, nature activities with local non- profit organizations, and INDNR free fishing weekend! Enjoy discounts on boat rentals...
The Richmond Depot District will be having First Friday's from June - August. All will have a roaring 20's theme, Wine Walk (5 stops), up to 30 Artisan Vendors, and the Depot will have Gennett Recording Studio items on display.Also, each month...
Put on your calendars now the upcoming days for the free "Outdoor Movie Series" at various locations. There will be a different movie held on each Saturday during June. Movies will begin at dusk. Check for updates at: ...
Join in for a summer of free family hikes and crafts! Each week we will have a unique theme that includes a free staff-led hike at 10am. Crafts will be located in the Butterfly Cottage in the Nature Playscape. Themes:June 7th - 11th: ForestsJune...