Jun 26, 2021 | From Previous Years
In 1853, the Reicheldfer clan platted out the town of Harlan. In 1953, the community celebrated their Centennial. There was a tractor pull, parade, cotton candy, a watermelon tent, the infamous Skunk Mountain Boys made their appearance, but one thing was missing. Finally, after another 68 years, that deficiency has been corrected. Doyle Gerig, much in the spirit of his father, Don Gerig, suggested that Harlan needed a flag of their own. In this year’s parade, right up there with our American Flag, the newly unfurled flag will be displayed, and carried by Tyler Friend. Tyler is in the 6th grade at Woodlan, and lives in Harlan. A contest was held in April, 2021 for the purpose of designing and creating a Flag specifically to honor the 168 years of Harlan history. The many entries poured into Harlan Christian Youth Center, Inc, and were presented to a most distinguished panel of three judges. They have asked to remain anonymous, but certainly made a fantastic choice in selecting Tyler’s entry. The 3 x 5’ flag in three colors, blue, gold, and white, was made by our friends at Clover Printing. Surrounded by 8 gold stars, the fabled Harlan Hawk flies unchallenged to this day. Come out to the Harlan Days parade at 10:00 AM on Saturday August 7 and join Tyler in the annual Harlan Days...
Jun 25, 2021 | From Previous Years
Don’t forget about our annual Harlan Days Cruise In coming up on Saturday August 7th! Food, drinks, dash plaques, door prizes, games, as well as top 30 and peoples choice awards. All happening at the old Harlan Elementary school at 12616 Spencerville Rd. $10 entry fee. Registration begins at 3pm with awards at 7:30pm. For more information or to sponsor a door prize, call 260-633-8774 or...
Jun 2, 2021 | From Previous Years
The public is invited to attend the 74th annual Harlan Days Festival this summer in Harlan, Indiana on August 5, 6, and 7. We are planning for a full festival, but we will scale back if necessary. Entry and parking are free, all proceeds go to support the Harlan Community Park. Please mark your calendar and join us at Harlan Days! Every night in the arena you can watch the action for just $5 starting at 7:30. Thursday night is Horse Racing, Friday night is Side-by-Side Drag Racing, and a Monster Truck Show on Saturday night for the main event! Also, on Saturday grab a seat to watch the Grand Parade stroll through town or take to the air for a helicopter ride starting at noon, flying all evening. Harlan Park will be full of activities all festival long. Sit back, relax, and watch one of our sporting tourneys including softball, basketball, volleyball, kickball, and cornhole. Grab a bite to eat at the festival tent, Lion’s donuts and chicken, or from one of the 10+ food trucks. Visit the craft and merchant tent or enjoy the free live music every evening. And don’t forget the car show and carnival rides! If you have never visited Harlan Days, this is your year! We promise you and your family will not regret the trip. We’ve been practicing this party for 74 years and have got rather good at it! We hope to see you in Harlan this summer, God willing and the creek don’t...
Jun 2, 2021 | From Previous Years
We are looking for individuals, vendors and businesses to rent space in our feature tent to sell hand-made crafts, display items for sale or advertise their businesses. The “big” tent at Harlan Days sees as many as 5,000 visitors over the three-day event. Merchants will be advertising their product/services. Artists and Crafters will have their hand-made products for sale. Vendors will have their produce, products for sale. Each Merchant, Artist/Crafter and Vendor’s support will be posted on our Facebook page and this website. Fair dates and hours are Thursday, August 5 (5pm-9pm), Friday, August 6 (5pm-10pm), and Saturday, August 7 (10am-9pm). Inside the big tent – booth a 10’ X 10’ space is $60. • Lighting provided • One electric outlet provided – bring extension cord • Bring your own tables and chairs • Minimum booth space is 10×10. If additional space is needed, reserve additional spaces. • Space is limited inside • We will assign spots in order of receipt of completed application and payment. Outside the big tent – 10’x10’ space is $50 (Space extremely limited. Only a few total spaces.) ▪ No lighting ▪ No electricity ▪ Bring your own tables and chairs Please submit all applications on or before Friday, July 2, 2021 to avoid a late fee of $10. Get your application here. Set-up Set-up time will begin Thursday, August 5 at 1:00 pm. Easy unloading and loading available next to the tent. Parking passes (2 per vendor) will be issued on Thursday, August 5, during set up. Grounds are patrolled during off hours and overnight. Secure your booth. Harlan Days assumes no responsibility for lost...
