Strawberry Festival Celebrates 52 Years of Tradition

The Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival Committee is proud to announce the 52nd Annual Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival, a cherished community tradition that brings together residents and visitors for a weekend filled with family fun, entertainment, food, and shopping June 12-14th. 

As the largest festival in the community, the Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival requires months of planning and coordination. The festival committee has been working for nearly a year to prepare for this year’s event. The success of the festival is made possible through the dedication of volunteers, the generosity of sponsors, and the support of numerous community partners who work together to create a memorable experience for all attendees.

“The Strawberry Festival is truly a community effort,” Jessica McClamroch, Chair of the Festival, said. “On behalf of our entire festival committee, we are incredibly grateful for the volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who help make this event possible year after year. Let’s hope the rain holds so we can all enjoy the Festival!”

This year’s festival will feature several exciting new attractions. Families can enjoy the inaugural Touch a Truck event on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m., offering children a hands-on opportunity to explore a variety of vehicles and equipment. On Saturday, Ironman Raceway’s Bike Blast will take place from 2 to 5 p.m., bringing high-energy excitement to the festival grounds. On Sunday, Silly Safaris will present two free animal shows at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., providing fun and educational entertainment for guests of all ages.

Festival favorites will also return throughout the weekend. The 2nd annual baby contest will be held on Saturday at noon on stage. Rock Point Church will host the community church service on Sunday at 10 a.m. Car enthusiasts can enjoy the Strawberry Festival Car Show presented by Carpenter Realtors on Sunday. The Montgomery County Pioneer Tractor Association will once again showcase its popular tractor show throughout the weekend. 

Additional free family-friendly activities include Reading with the Queens on Saturday at 2 p.m., giving young readers the opportunity to enjoy stories with festival royalty. Random House will also be distributing free books throughout the weekend. The Linden Carnegie Public Library will host a Book Walk, encouraging families to read and explore together while enjoying the festival grounds. On Saturday, attendees can meet the Snow Queen from noon to 2 p.m., presented by Mermazing Princess Parties. 

Visitors can browse a wide variety of arts, crafts, and commercial vendors throughout the festival. The Children’s Area will offer activities and games for kids of all ages, while the Food Court will feature a diverse selection of food vendors serving festival favorites and local specialties. 

Other events happening on the festival grounds are the annual 5K Run/Walk and 1k Kiddie Romp on Saturday morning beginning at 8 a.m. with registration from 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.  Those interested in donating blood can stop by the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana Blood Drive from 11 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Sunday. Festival attendees can also explore free First Floor Tours of the Historic Lane Place during the festival on Friday from noon to 4 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Entertainment at the 2026 Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival will keep the energy high all weekend long with a variety of live performances at the Historic Lane Place. Festival attendees can enjoy an exciting lineup featuring Lindsay Lowe & The Lone Riders, Small Town: A John Mellencamp Experience, The Midtown Madmen, Resurrection: A Journey Tribute, and Grupo Pasion. In addition to these featured acts, local musicians, performers, and dance groups will showcase their talents throughout the weekend. Please visit the website to see schedule times for all entertainment acts. 

The Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival welcomes everyone to join in celebrating 52 years of tradition, community spirit, and hometown pride.

For additional festival information, schedules and event updates, visit the Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival’s website and social media channels.