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Fall and Halloween season has arrived and that means it’s once again time for a ghostly experience at SoIN’s oldest and scariest haunted house.

New Albany’s historic and legendary Culbertson Mansion is transforming its Carriage House in the backyard into a “fang-tastic” experience called "House of

Bright as beacons, pumpkins tell us, “it’s fall!” If you love pumpkin everything, SoIN has no shortage of pumpkin-inspired things to do, eat and ways to treat yourself all season long. Here’s a quick guide to pumpkin things in SoIN:

Fall Farm Fun

Fall in SoIN wouldn’t be complete without some fall

Each year, millions of monarch butterflies migrate from Canada and the United States to their winter home in Mexico. Some travel as far as 3,000 miles! You can take part in this great migration right here in SoIN when the Monarch Festival returns to Southern Indiana on September 6 & 7!

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Juneteenth is coming quickly and SoIN Tourism wants to help you find a celebration to commemorate this important American holiday.

While originating in Galveston, Texas, Juneteenth has been celebrated annually around the United States since 1865. The holiday marks the day that the final group of

The 2025 Southern Indiana Pride Festival is just around the corner! Head to Big Four Station Park in Jeffersonville from 4 – 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, for great food, live music, and entertainment during this event celebrating Southern Indiana’s kindness and diversity.

What To Expect

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Spring has sprung, and the days are getting warmer. It won’t be much longer until Memorial Day weekend is here, which means a lot of events will be taking place in Southern Indiana. SoIN wants to give you a heads-up about some fun Memorial Day weekend events for residents and out-of-towners alike.

Rollin’ on the River Beer Fest drops anchor at the Howard Steamboat Museum in Jeffersonville on June 7, 2025. Presented by Pearl Street Taphouse & Antz Marching, LLC (founders of Fest of Ale) the gathering offers a catalog of local, regional and even international brews curated by local beer

Abbey Road on the River: What you need to know before you GO

Last updated: November 21, 2025

The world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival is right around the corner, beginning this Memorial Day Weekend. It will be held May 21-25, 2026.

If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, the good

Southern Indiana has come to be the home of many things. Great shopping, great views, great food and, of course, great hospitality but did you know that we’re also home to a lot of great places to enjoy live music? From festivals to a cozy bistro to the old favorite dive bar, there are plenty of

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Weekend in SoIN awaits! Keep reading for local events, gift inspiration and date ideas.

Valentine's Day Events & Specials

Chocolate Lover's Weekends and Valentine's Dinner at Huber’s Orchard & Winery

Keeping the tradition alive, this winery brings back its annual