The South Madison Community Event Calendar was created to help keep our small towns strong, even as we grow. The Community Event Calendar is managed by the South Madison Community Foundation as a tool to support nonprofit and community organizations in their efforts to create a more vibrant and connected community.

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Spooky Painting Party

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Join Amanda Rhodes as she guides you through the creation of your own spooky painting. You must register in advance for this teen program.

Pendleton Indiana Farmers Market

Falls Park 299 Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Final farmers' market of the 2023. Visit your favorite vendors along Falls Park Drive before they put away their tents for the season.

The Great Pumpkin Smash and Monster Mash

Anderson New Horizons United Methodist Church 611 E. 53rd St., Anderson, Indiana

The Great Pumpkin Smash & Monster Mash is the most Epic Halloween Event Ever! Kids will have a blast Smashing Pumpkins & collecting tons of Candy at our Amazing Trunk or Treat!
πŸŽƒ Kids get to pick a Pumpkin to take home from our Pumpkin Patch or SMASH A PUMPKIN at our Pumpkin Smashing Stations!
πŸŽƒ Bop around to cool music at our AMAZING Trunk or Treat with tons of local businesses passing out candy to the kids!
πŸŽƒ Enjoy FREE Hot Dogs, Chips & Drinks! (While supplies last)
πŸŽƒ Halloween Costume Contest for all ages!
πŸŽƒ Prizes for Best decorated Vehicle or Booth!
Thousands Attend Pumpkin Smash every year! It's the most Fun Halloween Event Ever & it's only happening at Turn Away No Longer's Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, October 28th 2PM - 6PM!
Businesses & Organizations Connect with us at turnawaynolonger@gmail.com to participate in the Great Pumpkin Smash! πŸŽƒ
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The Great Pumpkin Smash & Monster Mash
Free Event October 28th 2PM - 6PM
Anderson New Horizons United Methodist Church
611 E 53rd St. Anderson, Indiana See less

Trunk or Treat 2023

Daybreak Church 1219 Main Street, Lapel, Indiana

Daybreak, Ford Street, & Trinity Churches invite you to Trunk or Treat 2023 they will have inflatables, food, hayrides, candy, and fun.

ASO HALLOWEEN: Carnival of the Animals

Paramount Theatre 1124 Meridian St, Anderson, IN 46016, Anderson, Indiana

Anderson Symphony Orchestra's Halloween concerts are a local treasure.

As is ASO tradition, the orchestra and conductor will be dressed in their finest Halloween attire. All music will be animal-related, as ASO teams up with the Animal Protection League and the Anderson Humane Society for a program that will include a kids’ costume parade. Maestro Sowers’ Boston Terrier, Daisy, will make a cameo appearance.

Lapel Golf Cart Parade

Lapel High School to Lapel Legion throughout Lapel, Lapel, Indiana

Lapel American Letion RIders are sponsoring the second annual Golf Cart Parade in Lapel. Assembly will take place in the high school parking lot. The parade will follow Lapel emergency equipment including fire truck and ambulance through town and will end at the Lapel American Legion Post, where prizes will be awarded to the best-looking golf carts and best-dressed children. Youngsters will be able to enjoy the slide and other entertainment. Legion riders will offer hot dogs and other snack food. Children 11 and younger can eat for free. Anyone with a standard golf cart can participate in the parade, and all can participate in the fun!

Storytime with Ms. Rachelle – HALLOWEEN

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Storytime is designed for children 6. Come visit for a story, snack, songs, crafts and playtime. Halloween costumes are encouraged!

Trick or Treat

throughout Lapel Lapel

Be alert for extra small pedestrians during Trick-or-Treat hours in Lapel. Lights on? Treats on!

Trick or Treat

Pendleton Corner of Pendlton Ave and Main Street, Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Don your costume and join the strolling party throughout the Pendleton Historic District, a hometown tradition that's still going strong. A portion of Broadway is blocked to traffic to safely accommodate the larger than average crowds.

Candlelight Yoga with Carol

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed. Free to attend.