Good morning, Elkhart.

Walkerton community is rallying to save its 4th of July fireworks using $12,000 in donations & professional pyrotechnics after last month's event cancellation, with a celebration including a parade & festivities set to begin just after dark at the former Welco Truck Stop on Roosevelt Road.

More than 600 homes in Elkhart sustained damage from last Thursday's storms, leaving power outages and fallen trees.

Cleanup continues as the state disaster emergency provides financial aid and volunteers will begin assisting homeowners starting Monday.

Residents and staff lined State Road 933 at Holy Cross Village on Thursday, waving flags to honor former resident Brother Ed Courtney and to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

His tradition continues to unite the community.

The 38th Elkhart Jazz Festival is underway this weekend and draws jazz fans from around the world to several local stages.

Headliner tickets are on sale online (at Lerner Theatre) as the festival runs its schedule.

The Leeper Park Art Fair opens today at Leeper Park for its 59th year+ featuring hundreds of artworks from artists across the country+ the event runs through the weekend.

Ninety-six youth robotics teams from six countries will compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge Michiana Premier Event in South Bend this weekend, bringing global talent to our region + sparking hands-on innovation.

2026 Elkhart Jazz Festival Brunch

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — $14.05 – $50.15 — Enjoy a delightful jazz brunch with an array of delicious dishes and live music.

E3 Robotics Summer Camp: Space Week

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Ivy Tech Community College — $65-$75/week — Campers dive into robotics and engineering challenges while exploring the mysteries of space.

Micro Wrestling: Elkhart, IN!

8-10 p.m. — Galley Sports Pub — Ticket prices include service fees — Catch exciting micro wrestling action with an all-ages lineup of unique performers.

Way Down Wanderers Concert

7-11 p.m. — Ignition Music Garage — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music from The Way Down Wanderers in a vibrant local venue.

2026 Adult and Teen Challenge Charity Golf Outing

8 AM – 2 PM — Maxwelton Golf Club — Support men recovering from addiction and enjoy a day on the greens.

Saturday Morning Cartoons: 80’s Cartoons

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Goshen Theater — Free entry — Relive your childhood with 80's cartoons on the big screen for a nostalgic morning.

Guys & Dolls by Premier Arts

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy an exciting rendition of the classic romantic comedy set in a whimsical New York City.

Guys & Dolls Musical Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy a classic romantic comedy set in the vibrant world of New York City's gamblers and missionaries.

Guys and Dolls

2-5 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy a classic romantic comedy set in New York City with gamblers and missionaries.