Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer announced that July’s First Friday event has been cancelled.

Restrictions on boating have now been lifted for Tippecanoe Lake and others. 

First Friday Warsaw will host its second Virtual First Friday event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 5, on the First Friday Warsaw Facebook page.

On Friday, May 22, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture and the Indiana State Board of Animal Health will again co-host a conference call for those in the agricultural sector to discuss the current coronavirus situation.

News Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Development Corporation, in partnership with the City of Warsaw and organizers with First Friday, will be hosting a Downtown Warsaw Gift Card Fundraiser. This event will run through Sunday, May 10.  The public is asked to support downtown businesses by purchasing gift cards through WCDC’s website, warsawcdc.org. All of the …read more.

Press Release WARSAW – First Friday Warsaw will hold its first “virtual event” from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 1. Be sure to tune in to the live stream featured on the “First Friday Warsaw” Facebook page for live center stage performances, a sidewalk chalk art contest, and plenty of entertainment for kids and …read more.

WARSAW — With the passing of World War II and Korean War veterans, Vietnam War vets are quickly becoming the eldest generation of military heroes in this nation. Most Vietnam veterans are in their 70s. Largely vilified upon their return from combat half a century ago, “we are just now really getting the respect we …read more.

WARSAW – Fans of the Christmas season found a double dose of fun Friday night, Dec. 6, in downtown Warsaw. Hundreds lined Center Street to watch the annual Twinkle Parade that cruised along Center Street during First Friday’s Hometown Holly Days celebration. The parade, and plenty of people, then streamed down to Central Park where …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s December First Friday event “Hometown Holly Days” features ice carvers. The deadline to submit ice sculpture sponsorship forms and payments is Nov. 29. “Hometown Holly Days” will also have carriage rides, Twinkle Light Parade and Light up the Night at Central Park. To learn more, contact the WCDC at (574) 267-6311, ext. …read more.

WARSAW — The November First Friday event featured a musical performance by country music artist Jason Michael Carroll and a rodeo, along with multiple games and activities. Despite the fact that trick-or-treating had been rescheduled to Friday evening due to inclement weather Thursday, many people showed up in downtown Warsaw to enjoy First Friday activities …read more.

WARSAW — Enjoy a musical performance and games, while giving back to the community on First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Thanks for Giving” and is sponsored by G&G Hauling and Excavating. Attendees are asked to bring items to help …read more.

WARSAW — “We wanted to beautify the community. Make it colorful. Modernize the community/downtown,” said Mason Charlton, a Warsaw High School junior who is on the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council. The result was a public mural on the north wall of The Vic at 110 Craft Meatery, Buffalo Street. A ribbon cutting officially unveiling the …read more.

WARSAW — The first public mural in Warsaw will be officially unveiled and recognized during First Friday’s “Art-tober” event on Friday. Robert Hudson, an artist from Mentone, was commissioned by the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council to paint the mural. The artwork, located adjacent to The Vic at 110 Craft Meatery, depicts the courthouse and Center …read more.

WARSAW — The Lakeland Art Association will host the Paint Plein Air event in conjunction with Warsaw’s First Friday, Art-ober.  Artists from Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois have been invited to participate in this event.  There is no entry fee for artists. Artists will check in between 6:30 am and 9 am that morning, paint …read more.

WARSAW — Enjoy a car show, musical performance, and hot dog eating contest during First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Bringing Hope.” Community awareness booths such as All Things New, Combined Community Services, and The Bowen Center, will be at …read more.

WARSAW — Feeling hungry and competitive? The Lake City Lions Club will host a hotdog eating contest during First Friday in downtown Warsaw on Sept. 6. The contest will start at 5 p.m. in the city hall plaza across from the courthouse. Reeve Insurance Group is sponsoring the event and is offering cash prizes of …read more.

WARSAW — Organizers of Warsaw’s First Friday are looking for antique vendors to participate in Art-tober First Friday on Oct. 4. Vendors who sell any type of antiques, including art, jewelry, books, vintage clothing, collectibles and more, are asked to send pictures of merchandise to [email protected] for vetting. Booth fees are $25. “This is our …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s First Friday event on Aug. 2 will feature a car, truck and motorcycle show at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. There is a $15 entry fee, and the first 125 entrants will receive a dash plaque. All proceeds from the event will benefit Baker Youth Club. Registration will take place from …read more.

WARSAW — Enjoy free food, a musical performance, and a remote control car show during First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 5, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Hometown Picnic.” There will be free hot dogs, ice cream and watermelon at the newly renovated courthouse plaza. Food …read more.

WARSAW — Sunny, pleasant conditions greeted First Friday attendees Friday, June 7 in downtown Warsaw. This month’s theme was Jammin June and visitors were entertained by Danny Perdieu, of Nashville, Tenn., and The Lake Area Band. There were also a variety of games, other vendors and plenty of food in the city hall parking lot. …read more.

WARSAW — The community is invited to “Jammin June” First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. June 7, on Center and Buffalo Streets.  The Lakes Area Community Band is the opening act and will perform patriotic music from 6 to 7 p.m. Nashville recording artist Danny Perdieu will perform afterward in the courthouse square from …read more.

[weaver_youtube 7Tc4c9ONO7o rel=0] WARSAW — Even with cloudy skies, the weather stayed dry for the “Musical May” First Friday event in downtown Warsaw on May 3. Several musical artists and groups performed at the event, including Beez and the Rocker; acoustic duo Two of Us; Baile Folklorico; and local musician David Haney. While relaxing and …read more.

WARSAW — Come out and enjoy performances from local musicians and groups during First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 3, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Musical May.” Performances at the event include an Indianapolis mariachi band; the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church choir; singer Laura Balke; …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — For the first time in Elkhart County 4-H Fair history, fairgoers will be treated to an opening day that includes $5 First Friday specials. Whether sampling fair food favorites, admiring the view from atop the Ferris wheel during a free ride, or enjoying one of two live performances, your toughest decision will …read more.