Leisure and Travel Blog

Since moving to the region in 2009, I’ve compiled a list of favorite places to take family and friends who are visiting from out of town. At the top of that list is Schimpff’s Confectionery in downtown Jeffersonville. No matter how many times I’ve seen their free candy-making demonstration (well

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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The French nobleman Marquis de Lafayette fought alongside George Washington during the Revolutionary War, endearing him to everyone in the forming nation. Some four decades later, in 1824-25, Lafayette took a victory lap around the United States, stopping in towns large and small to greet the

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

Make your pre-wedding weekend unforgettable! These days, bachelor and bachelorette celebrations go way beyond the typical night out. Southern Indiana is full of standout experiences that turn good times into great memories.

Keep reading to discover the perfect “bach” weekend for you and your crew!

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 revolution is still brewing – and continues to be led by women. Southern Indiana is proudly the home of audacious women who continue to break barriers and become leaders in business, advocacy and their communities. Join us in celebrating and learning more about Leticia Rivera and other women who

Even though Hawkins, Indiana is a fictitious location, the Hoosier state offers up its fair share of strange locations. What are some of Southern Indiana’s strangest attractions? Keep reading to find out!

The FREE Stranger Things of SoIN digital passport is your key to all things weird in SoIN

Looking for hands-on fun in Southern Indiana? This blog highlights some of the best make-and-take experiences the region has to offer. From arts and crafts to DIY charm bracelets and hats, Southern Indiana’s local shops have something for everyone to flex those creative muscles. Whether you're

Are you looking for winter activities in Southern Indiana? You're in the right spot! We are lucky to have mild winters and plenty of outdoor activities making Clark and Floyd Counties a great winter getaway or cabin fever trip.

Top 3 Winter Outdoor Activities

With or without snow, outdoor winter