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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Lantern Walk 2023

Maplewood Cemetery (East) - 200 College Drive 200 College Drive, Anderson, Indiana

Join us for our 2023 Lantern Walk. Madison County Historian Steve Jackson and the Herald Bulletin’s Don McAllister will guide participants through the cemetery sharing information about individuals who have contributed significantly to the City of Anderson and Madison County. This year’s walk is an official Madison County Bicentennial event, and we are working to make this year’s walk the best yet! This event is free and open to the public. Lanterns and food will be available while supplies last.

Celebration of Us – 10 Years Strong! First Friday Reception

Gallery 119 119 W. State St., Pendleton, Indiana

Your hometown art guild is turning ten years old! In celebration, Gallery 119 will celebrate this milestone during October's first friday reception. Members and the public are welcome to enjoy the celebration together.

Manhattan Short Film Festival

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

Ages 21+ only for Friday night's version of the film screening.
Not only to audience members get to see the BEST of this year's international short films, they get to play an integral role in deciding the winner by casting their vote for their favorite film and performance. Our worldwide audience determines the ultimate victor!

5th Quarter

Ford St. United Methodist Church 925 N. Ford St., Lapel, Indiana

Join us after the Lapel High School football game for the 5th quarter, with smoothies, snacks, and fun for all!

Pendleton Indiana Farmers Market

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

Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page.

Festival on the Field

Lapel High School 1850 S 900 W, Lapel, Indiana

Festival Booths will start at 6:00 with the move on the turf starting at 8:00. The movie showing is:
The Greatest Showman

Lapel Fall Farmer’s Market

Downtown Lapel 1321 Main St., Lapel, Indiana

Homegrown - Homemade - Handmade items will be for sale at the Fall Farmers Market in downtown Lapel.

Manhattan Short Film Festival

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

Calling all CINEPHILES! We have a program for YOU!

Fall Break Camp

Pendleton YMCA 520 Falls Park Dr., Pendleton, Indiana

Fall Break camp for children age 6-12 will include festive activities, crafts, fun, and so much more! Before camp hours care is available for an additional fee. To learn more, contact the Y at 765-221-9140.

Mrs. Kate in Concert

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

Sing and smile with Mrs. Kate! By using catchy original tunes, puppetry, unusual instruments and riveting storytelling, Mrs. Kate will be sure to leave audience members with a smile! Get ready to sing and dance in the community room for this fall break event! To learn more about Mrs. Kate's illustrious recording and performing history, visit www.MrsKate.com.