Events in Vincennes, IN

Chicago Transit performs the music of Chicago at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center as part of the VU Alumni Community Series. The group is recognized as the first and longest-running Chicago tribute band in the world. Tickets are available through the VU Foundation and Alumni Association.

An upbeat welcome back sets the tone for a lively night at Iron Horse Bar & Grill, with a simple focus on celebrating and having fun.

Enjoy pizza your way with options to dine in, carry out, or have it delivered. Place an order by calling 812-882-4546, or use the online ordering option for added convenience.

First City Music Festival will be held at The French Commons. Event times will be announced.

A homecoming celebration for Vincennes Lincoln High School in Vincennes, Indiana includes a parade, a Pavilion gathering for class groups, and class-based reunions. Specific timing is still to be determined.

The Mystery Train Band brings classic country music to the Sandborn Fall Festival with a live performance for festival guests.

Explore three downtown art galleries, enjoy music, and browse street art vendors. This walk blends visual art with a lively street scene and offers additional surprises along the way.

The inaugural Barr-Reeve Band Fall Festival Craft Show is hosted by the Barr-Reeve Band Program with support from the Band Parent Organization, INC. Crafters interested in participating can reserve a booth online or download a reservation form. For more information, contact Ashleigh Savage at (812) 631-1889 or asavage838@gmail.com.

Custom Fundraising Solutions presents an annual mattress sale benefiting the South Knox Band Program, hosted at South Knox Junior and Senior High School. This one-day fundraiser features more than 25 brand-name mattress floor models to test, along with premium accessories such as bean bag chairs, luxury pillows and sheets, adjustable power bases, and more. Brands include Purple, Southerland, Therapedic, and others. All products are new, made to order, and covered by manufacturer warranties. Shoppers looking for a new mattress can find pricing compared to retail stores and every purchase directly supports students in the South Knox Band Program.

United Way of Knox County is hosting a chili cookoff at Patrick Henry Square. If weather requires it, the event will move to Riverfront Pavilion. Team signups are available, and proceeds benefit the United Way of Knox County.

Harry Potter takes center stage this year, inviting costumes inspired by favorite characters or classic witch attire. The Vincennes Witches on Bikes ride is an annual fundraiser featuring a flat 10-mile route through downtown Vincennes, with participants dressed as witches and warlocks and handing out candy along the way. Each rider registers to take part, and proceeds support the Good Samarian Breast Care Center and Vincennes Parks and Recreation. Since 2021, it has been held on the Saturday before Halloween to raise awareness for breast cancer and promote community health. Bikes and golf carts are welcome, and festive hats and treats add to the fun.

Show off your Halloween costume while visiting downtown businesses to collect treats. Enjoy food, a bounce house, and giveaways along the way.

After some time away, the fun is back at Iron Horse Bar & Grill with a lively party atmosphere. Expect an upbeat night focused on reconnecting and enjoying time together.

This annual Fort Branch event features a 5K run or walk alongside the Lil Zombie Kids Fun Run, with an optional on-course zombie chase for extra thrills. 5K participants are in the running for overall male and female honors, plus age group awards for runners and walkers in the following divisions: 0 to 13, 14 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, and 60 and over. Every child in the Lil Zombie Fun Run receives a medal, with youth divisions of 1 to 3, 4 to 6, and 7 to 9. Those who complete 5K pre-registration by the stated cutoff receive a guaranteed t-shirt and a pass to the Sinister Cellar Haunted House. Registrations after that point do not include a guaranteed shirt, though a limited number may be available on race day. Food and beverage trucks will be on site. Enjoy a community run in Fort Branch, Indiana, with a full 5K option and shorter distances designed for young zombies.

Spooky family fun awaits at OCP's Fall Family Bash, featuring a chili dinner, a chili cook-off, trunk-or-treat, a costume contest, and games for all ages.

Presented by the VU Alumni Community Series, The Electric Light Orchestra Experience takes the stage at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center. Ticketing is managed by the VU Foundation and Alumni Association.

A Night of Hopes and Dreams Gala supports Hopes and Dreams Inc., offering an evening of food, music, and a silent auction. Tickets will be available to the public, and sponsorship inquiries can be sent to dreamfuloccasions@yahoo.com.

The schedule for the 2026 edition of the Basketball Capital Classic is presented, offering a clear overview of how this basketball event is organized.

Karaoke takes over Iron Horse Bar & Grill. A party vibe and sing-along energy set the tone for a fun night.