Start Your Weekend of Fun in Washington County

Washington County is gearing up for an exciting fall weekend filled with auto racing, community events, shopping, family activities, and outdoor fun. 

‍Friday Night Lights - October 16th

‍It’s time to grab your school colors, bring the family, rally your friends, and experience the excitement of Friday night football as the Salem Lions, Pekin Eastern Musketeers, and West Washington Senators take the field for another season.

From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, these communities come together to celebrate school spirit, hometown pride, and Indiana football tradition.

Home Games this Week

West Washington @ Salem
South Decatur @ Pekin Eastern
Friday, October 16, 7:00PM

‍Halloween 200 Weekend at Salem Speedway - Oct 16th - 18th

‍Get ready for a thrilling weekend of high-speed racing, Halloween festivities, and family fun at Salem Speedway! The annual Halloween 200 Weekend returns to Southern Indiana October 16–18, 2026, bringing exciting stock car racing and seasonal activities to the legendary high-banked oval.

‍An Afternoon of Community and Folk Arts in Washington Co. - Oct 16th

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The Washington County Community Foundation invites you to back-to-back events presented in partnership with the Indiana Arts Commission (Region 12), IU Arts & Humanities Council, and IU Center for Rural Engagement.

‍The Kreating Post is Now Open in Canton

The Kreating Post in Canton will include items from the artist community that are handmade, home grown, home baked, repurposed, and unique - or just quirky! If you're an artist be sure to visit during the open house and learn more about selling your items.

The Kreating Post is located at 4313 E. Canton Road in Salem. ‍Stop by and see the art, grab some awesome baked goods, and enter to win a $50 Gift Certificate.

Hours 

Wednesday 2pm – 8pm

Thursday 2pm – 5pm

Friday 2pm – 8pm

Saturday 9am-2pm

First Sunday – 9am-2pm

Closed Monday & Tuesday

‍Be Careful on our Roads during Harvest Season

‍Use caution when exploring the roads of Washington County. Share the road safely with slow-moving farm equipment by staying patient, reducing speed, and watching for wide turns. 

Local Photo by Pennington Precision Services

‍Explore Cornucopia Farm for Family Fun

‍From the corn and soybean mazes to the petting farm and pumpkin patches, Cornucopia Farm offers something for everyone. A visit to the farm is a great opportunity for the whole family to learn about farm life, farm animals and nature. Parents and families will have a great time making memories and enjoying some quality time outdoors on a working farm. With sweet treats, delicious burgers and more available at the Café no one in the family goes hungry!

Share a Campfire with Timber Cleghorn - October 24th 

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What happens when you combine wilderness survival, faith, humanitarian work, and 83 days alone in the Arctic?  Come hear the stories directly from Timber Cleghorn, runner-up on HISTORY Channel’s Alone: Season 11—and the final remaining competitor to tap out before the winner was crowned.

Timber is a wildman, free thinker, humanitarian aid worker, wilderness survival enthusiast, and follower of Jesus. His journey on Alone pushed him to the limits of physical endurance, mental strength, faith, and perseverance.

Bring a chair and bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening at Cornucopia Farm in Southern Indiana.

Enjoy:

Supper around the campfire

Primitive survival skill demonstrations

Alone Q&A and behind-the-scenes stories

Wilderness survival tips and skills

Stories from Timber's adventures and humanitarian work

Prizes and giveaways

Family-friendly fun

A beautiful fall setting at Cornucopia Farm

Come early and enjoy everything the farm has to offer before gathering around the campfire. Cornucopia Farm's fall attractions include its mazes, petting farm, pumpkin patch, wagon ride, slides, games, and more.

Join Timber at the Campfire on October 23!

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