Old Settlers Days-Whitley County

Old Settlers Days-Whitley County Historical annual summer festival featuring rides, music, food and fun in downtown Columbia City, IN

☀️ Join us for the best week of the summer ☀️The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival returns to downtown Columbia Ci...
06/05/2026

☀️ Join us for the best week of the summer ☀️

The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival returns to downtown Columbia City June 16–20, 2026, with five nights of rides, live music, great food, family fun, and community tradition.

A huge thank you to our incredible partners and sponsors who help make this festival possible year after year. Your support helps bring Old Settlers Days to life for our entire community.

We can’t wait to celebrate another unforgettable week together.

06/05/2026

🎟️ Old Settlers Days Ride Tickets Are Here 🎟️

Get your ride tickets early and get ready for another unforgettable week of festival fun in downtown Columbia City. Tickets are only available for a limited time prior to opening day.

The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival returns June 16–20, 2026, and advance ride tickets are available now at select local locations:

Ace Hardware
Big G's Sports Cave
Brewha Coffee House
CC Nutrition
Crossroads Bank
Lake City Bank
Shear Envy
Star Bank (Main Street)
The Square
Weatherhead Credit Union
YMCA

Grab yours before the festival begins and get ready for rides, food, music, and summer memories all week long.

Each sheet of 20 tickets costs $18, instead of the $25 they would be on-site. Rides take a minimum of 2 tickets each.

More festival details coming soon at: 🔗 https://oldsettlers.net

🎨 The Old Settlers Days Coloring Contest is back 🎨Calling all young artists. The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Coloring...
06/05/2026

🎨 The Old Settlers Days Coloring Contest is back 🎨

Calling all young artists. The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Coloring Contest is officially open for kids ages 18 and under.

Download and print your coloring page, grab your favorite crayons or markers, and show us your creativity.

Completed entries can be turned in to the Whitley County Historical Museum and will be displayed during festival week for the community to enjoy.

More contest details and submission information can be found at:
🔗 https://oldsettlers.net

We can’t wait to see your artwork.

🚜 OSD 2026 Tractor Drive Route 🚜Here's the official route for the 2026 Antique Tractor Drive! Saturday, June 13th. 🕛 Li...
06/05/2026

🚜 OSD 2026 Tractor Drive Route 🚜

Here's the official route for the 2026 Antique Tractor Drive!

Saturday, June 13th.

🕛 Lineup begins at 12:00 PM
🕐 Departure at 1:00 PM
📍 Leaving the North Side of the 4-H Fairgrounds (intersection of Business 30 and extended to W. Park St.)

Wave to the drivers, find a spot along the route, and enjoy one of Old Settlers Days' favorite traditions! 🎉

🇺🇸 The American Legion Parade returns to Old Settlers Days 🇺🇸Join us Saturday, June 20, 2026, as one of Old Settlers Day...
06/04/2026

🇺🇸 The American Legion Parade returns to Old Settlers Days 🇺🇸

Join us Saturday, June 20, 2026, as one of Old Settlers Days’ most cherished traditions makes its way through downtown Columbia City.

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ Parade begins at 6:00 PM

Bring your lawn chairs, gather your family, and help us celebrate community, tradition, and those who have served.

More parade details and lineup information will be shared soon.

🎶 Live entertainment every night at Old Settlers Days 🎶Join us on the Courthouse Square in downtown Columbia City for fi...
06/03/2026

🎶 Live entertainment every night at Old Settlers Days 🎶

Join us on the Courthouse Square in downtown Columbia City for five nights of free live music during the 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival.

2026 Entertainment Lineup:

Tuesday – Mason Dixon Line
Wednesday – Star 69
Thursday – Whoa Man
Friday – The Band Cheyenne
Saturday – Train Wreckers

Bring your lawn chairs, enjoy great music, and make plans to spend your evenings with us June 16–20, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.

🏓 Pickleball is back at Old Settlers Days 🏓Grab your paddles and get ready for another exciting night of competition and...
06/02/2026

🏓 Pickleball is back at Old Settlers Days 🏓

Grab your paddles and get ready for another exciting night of competition and community fun at Eagle Park.

Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, the Old Settlers Days Pickleball Classic is always a great time and a growing festival favorite.

📍 Eagle Park
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026

More event details and division information will be shared soon.

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible partners and sponsors. 💛The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival would not be poss...
06/01/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible partners and sponsors. 💛

The 122nd Annual Old Settlers Days Festival would not be possible without the businesses and organizations that continue to support this community tradition year after year.

From the midway and live entertainment to family activities and downtown events, your partnership helps create unforgettable memories for Whitley County and beyond.

We are truly grateful for your continued support and commitment to Old Settlers Days.

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