There's a little local festival in the town of Vevay, Indiana that is actually quite unique, Featuring craft vendors and fall-themed contests, this Sleepy Hollow event is a wonderful annual tradition you'll want to be a part of.
Beware the headless horseman when you attend this autumn celebration. Scroll on for all the details.
Taking place Saturday, October 13, 2018, the Sleepy Hollow Festival is an annual event that takes place in the Southern Indiana town of Vevay, which sits along the Ohio River. Taking place around the town's courthouse, it lasts from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Featuring a wealth of vendors, the festival is a great place for shopping, eating, and fun fall activities. For many locals of this town, it's not truly autumn until this fair has come and gone.
There are many fun activities to enjoy at this festival. You can shop for baked goods and fresh kettle corn as well as enjoy breakfast and lunch from the local Lion's Club.
Specifically for kids, the event also has ice skating, pumpkin painting, and bounce houses. Your young ones will be entertained for hours while you wonder the rest of the fest.
There are also several contests that make this event exciting. The day begins with a carved pumpkin contest where locals can bring their best work to display and be judged. There will also be a dog costume contest as well as the Headless Horseman Head Hunt.
For the hunt, participants can work in teams or alone to unlock clues that will lead to the severed head, and the winners get a secret prize.
This one-day event is free to attend and also includes live music. Bands are scheduled to go on in the morning and afternoon.
The event takes place at 212 W Main St., Vevay, IN 47043, and you can get more information on the Switzerland County Tourism website or Facebook page.
For more great things to do this fall, check out these 10 most terrifying places in Indiana to visit this Halloween.
If you've ever been to the Sleepy Hollow Festival, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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