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This Holiday Craft Show Series in Shipshewana will Delight & Surprise You

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Is Shipshewana Open? Your Complete Guide to Hours, Seasons, and Sunday Surprises

Wondering if Shipshewana is open? Discover seasonal Flea Market hours, Auctions, Sunday openings, and year-round events in our complete visitor...

This Holiday Craft Show Series in Shipshewana will Delight & Surprise You

There is so much to see in Shipshewana, Indiana, during Christmas time. From seeing the beautiful lights downtown and the...

3 Things to Know About Shipshewana’s Drive-Thru Christmas Light Displays

Discover all you need to plan your trip to Shipshewana during the Christmas season by learning about all of the...

6 Amazing Fall Activities in Shipshewana

Ahhh autumn. There is nothing better than getting your family out in that crisp cool air for some good old...

Ultimate Guide to the Shipshewana Antique Market

Discover shopping tips and all things you need to know to enjoy the Shipshewana Antique Market in Shipshewana, IN....

Experience Amish Country Shipshewana Itinerary

Here in Shipshewana, simple living is a choice. You'll slow down, and enjoy time in Shipshewana learning about the Amish...

42 Signs You’re from Shipshewana, Indiana

Sometimes you just know when someone hails from Amish Country. Here are 42 signs you can look for. 1. You...

Farmstead Inn Debuts “Goose Tracks” Quilt Garden

Shipshewana, IN — May 29, 2025 — Vibrant blooms and a tribute to quilting tradition now greet visitors at the...

15 Best Things to Do in Shipshewana, Indiana in 2025

Enjoy Shipshewana's best attractions, including shopping at the Midwest's Largest Flea Market, catching a musical at the Blue Gate Theatre,...

8 Things You Should Know about Shipshewana Flea Market

8 Things You Must Know about the Shipshewana Flea Market! Discover tips on hours, vendors, places to stay and Amish...

Do the Amish Celebrate Christmas?

Learn about Amish traditions and celebrations, whether they exchange gifts, and more about the Amish culture and how they celebrate...

9 Things Every History Buff Should Do in Shipshewana

Shipshewana, Indiana has a rich Amish and Mennonite heritage that is so fun to learn about....

5 Shipshewana Stops Every DIY Lover Must Visit

Recently, I was motivated to pull off a few small projects and as inspiration for anyone like me, here are...

6 Unforgettable Christmas Activities in Shipshewana

Shipshewana is a town that loves to go all out for the holidays. Beautiful lights start appearing in town in...

5 Things for Men to Do in Shipshewana

Grab your buddies for a great trip in Indiana's Amish Country and bond over good food, good bargains and the...

Shipshewana Flea Market Kicks Off 2024 Season

Shipshewana Flea Market, home of the Midwest's Largest Flea Market, opens for the 2024 season! Check out the amazing vendors,...

This Bike Trail in Northern Indiana has the Best Views of Amish Countryside

Some people prefer to hike up a chain of mountains. Others would rather run through a landscape filled with waterfalls....

Shipshewana, IN Getaway for the Girls

Grab your friends for a fun filled trip to Shipshewana! This itinerary is jam packed with shopping, good food and...

21 Things to Do this Spring in Shipshewana, IN

Are you planning to visit Shipshewana this spring? From markets to festivals to shows and so much more, here are...

3 Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About Pretzels & Where You Can Find Them in Shipshewana

3 Amazing Pretzel Facts and where you can find, hot, delicious hand-rolled pretzels in Shipshewana, IN....

7 Things to Do at Shipshewana Trading Place

Discover the top 7 things to do at Shipshewana Trading Place according to the loveable and adventurous mascot, "Shippy the...

A Romantic Couples Weekend Getaway in Shipshewana

Are you needing a romantic place to get away? Come visit Shipshewana, IN...the things to do are endless!...

Six Shipshewana Stops We Can’t Get Enough Of

There is nothing more relaxing than a laid-back day in Shipshewana, Indiana. Here are six of my favorite places to...

6 Do-Not-Miss Winter Activities in Shipshewana

Experience Indiana's Amish Country in Shipshewana with outdoor parks, holiday events and plenty of indoor entertainment activities as well for...

Exclusive Tour of An Amish Buggy

Learn the important parts of a local Amish buggy, their functions and the added safety features that have been included...

Girlfriend Trips to Shipshewana After Your Kids are Back at School

Discover all the things to do in Shipshewana with your girlfriends, then plan your next day trip to Indiana Amish...

Getaway With the Grandkids to Shipshewana, IN

Enjoy a getaway with the Grands in Shipshewana, Indiana where the grandkids will never want to leave....

What’s Your Perfect Shipshewana Itinerary?

Discover an experience perfect no matter who you're traveling with to Amish Country Indiana? Here are five amazing itinerary options...

Crafting Junk Journals at the Farmstead Inn Maker’s Event

Discover all the fun of our Maker's Event, where crafters create unique projects, like the Junk Journal (a trending craft)....

Do you Know the Story Behind these 16 Huge Murals in Shipshewana, Indiana?

When you think of Shipshewana, Indiana, you probably think of the huge flea market, the good food, or perhaps the...

There’s Nothing Better than Paddling These Two Rivers Near Shipshewana

There is just something about being out on a river in a canoe or kayak that makes you feel one...

This Shipshewana Restaurant has the Coolest History and the Best Pie!

It's rare to find a restaurant with such a history. The Shipshewana Auction Restaurant, located at Shipshewana Auction & Flea...

This Meat & Cheese Shop in Shipshewana is SO Worth Stopping For

Yoder's Meat & Cheese is an incredible store offering 150 cuts of meat, over 80 varieties of cheese, a full...

You have to try an Old Amish Recipe at this Shipshewana Candy Store!

I love visiting the one-of-a-kind shops all over Shipshewana, and this Shipshewana Candy shop has just made the list for...

Where To Find Unique Holiday Gifts While Supporting Small Businesses

Shipshewana Trading Place Auction & Flea Market offers up so many great holiday options for you to take in when...

11 Things to Do on Sundays in Shipshewana

One of the biggest questions we get are what are fun things to do on Sundays in the surrounding area?...

7 Places Every Nature Lover Should See when Visiting Shipshewana

Shipshewana is full of beauty and should be a must-see stop for any nature lover. There are a lot of...

You Have to Try These 7 Places to Eat in Shipshewana

There is something for everyone here in Shipshewana, Indiana. With all that being said, here are some of our local...

Three Summer Events You Don’t Want to Miss in Shipshewana

Summer is finally here, and do you know what that means? There's LOTS to do in Shipshewana, Indiana!...

The Whole Family will Love this Immersive Animal Park in Shipshewana

I recently visited Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park in Shipshewana, Indiana, and had an unforgettable experience petting and feeding a...

Vendor Spotlight:  Amish Foods

This Shipshewana Flea Market vendor, offering Amish-made products, started off by selling only locally sourced jams, caramel corn, and caramel...

12 Shipshewana Flea Market Vendors – A Video Series

The Shipshewana Flea Market has 700 spaces of amazing vendors each season. View just 12 of their videos in an...

Your Guide to a Getaway with Friends in Shipshewana

As you are thinking about a fun getaway to reconnect with your girlfriends, a trip to beautiful Shipshewana might be...

Nature Is a Wonderful Resource, So Why Not Use It in Shipshewana?

Getting outdoors is an amazing way to soak up a little Vitamin D through the great gift of sunshine, beautiful...

7 Reasons I LOVE to Visit Shipshewana

Discover why Cathy loves to visit Shiphsewana, IN througout the year and some of her favorite stops including the weekly...