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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Ghouls in School

Pendleton Heights Middle School 7450 S 300 W, Pendleton, Indiana

Don’t miss this fun indoor trick-or-treat event sponsored by the PHMS Beta Club!
K-6 students and younger. Enter through PHMS athletic entrance.
On your way to trick or treat stop by MRE PTO McDonalds Dine to Donate at Exit 219!

“Haunted Halloween” Bronnenberg Home Tour

Mounds State Park Bronnenberg HOme 4306 Mounds Road, Anderson, Indiana

Where do our Halloween traditions, scary monsters, and funeral processes come from? Join us for a private guided tour of Bronnenberg home to hear the history of a Halloween! The private tour is on Wednesday, October 30th at 6:30pm. Space is limited! You must register in advance to join the tour. $10 per person. Register by contacting Sheree at sbelt2@dnr.in.gov OR 765-642-6627

State of South Madison County

Not yet announced 100 W. State St., Pendleton, Indiana

Mark your calendar! The State of South Madison County will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 6:30-8:30 PM. Vanessa Green Sinders, President and CEO of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, will be our featured speaker. Ms. Green Sinders will discuss the Indiana Chamber’s long-range economic development strategy for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035 - A Vision for Economic Acceleration. More information will be forthcoming, including a registration link.

Storytime – Theme: Halloween

The Maple Room at Pendleton Community Library 595 E Water St, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton, Indiana

COSTUMES ENCOURAGED! Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

Trick or Treat

Lapel, IN Lapel

Watch for little pedestrians in cute, scary, or funny costumes as they take to the street of Lapel. Lights on for candy!

Trunk or Treat

Pendleton First United Methodist Church 225 W State St, Pendleton, Indiana

Visit all the decorated trunks filled with candy for trick-or-treaters.
Event will be held outdoors in the parking lot.

Iron Horse Trunk or Treat

Iron Horse Martial Arts 739 East Water Street, Pendleton, Indiana

Iron Horse 3rd annual trunk or treat
Don’t miss it !!
Contact phone number if you'd like to be a part of it, anyone can join!

Trick or Treat

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

It's a town-wide candy party, and you're invited. Don't miss the fire station and the historic center of it all along the brick street of Broadway in the Pendleton Historic District.

Artisan Fair

Lapel Lions Club 109 E. Fourth St., Lapel, Indiana

A two-day Artisan Market will be held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lapel Lions Club, 109 E. Fourth St., Lapel. There will be arts and crafts, handmade goods, wood working, food and more.

Friday Night Frenzy

Pendleton Christian Church 1170 S Pendleton Ave, Pendleton, Indiana

"Friday Night Frenzy" is a night designed specifically for 6th-8th graders. At our upcoming event there will be food, fun and Costume Contest!

We are looking to have the BIGGEST frenzy ever. So, grab your friends and your costume and come join the fun. Whichever grade has the most in attendance wins big that night And the golden bucket! Each Grade will also have a costume contest.

NO bloody or gory costumes please and nothing Inappropriate.
Cost: $20
Drop off: 6pm Pick Up: 12 am (yes midnight)