Good morning, Elkhart.

Elkhart Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jamison Czarnecki previewed a busy weekend of local events in an interview with WNDU on Friday; his remarks outlined a variety of activities at city parks (some of which continue today).

Good Vibes Food Truck Festival took place Saturday from 3 to 9 PM at Southgate Farmer’s Market in Elkhart, featuring food trucks, live entertainment, cornhole, a kids’ course, and a beer garden — attendees paid a suggested $5 fee or chose a Food Truck Passport to fund Resonant Vibe’s mentoring services.

Elkhart celebrated America's 250th anniversary on Saturday with live music and food trucks at Central Green.

The festivities ended around 10 PM with a rescheduled fireworks display by Parks & Recreation following the July 4 postponement due to bad weather.

Young entrepreneurs from the county took part in Lemonade Day Saturday, setting up stands in local parks, neighborhoods, and businesses to learn lessons in budgeting and customer service while earning profits.

A national representative was present to observe the kids as they built valuable business skills.

Ludacris Concert

8:00 p.m. — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying evening with hip hop superstar Ludacris at the fairgrounds.

Brett Young Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Brett Young at a local favorite venue.

Charley Crockett Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Charley Crockett at the fairgrounds.

Bluey's Big Play

6-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience Bluey in a vibrant live theatre adaptation with puppets.

Wyatt Marshall Live at Fruit Hills Winery

2-5 p.m. — Fruit Hills Winery & Orchard — Food available from Taste of Caribbean — Enjoy live country music from rising star Wyatt Marshall on the deck.

BBQ & Brew Fest 2026

4-10 p.m. — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — $80 adults, $45 designated drivers, $20 students, free for kids under 12 — Enjoy craft beer, burgers, and live music while supporting a great cause.

Leroy Robinson Southern Soul & Soul Music Festival featuring The Bar-Kays

7-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $64 – $167.10 — Celebrate the legacy of Leroy Robinson with a night of Southern Soul and R&B featuring Lakeside and T.K. Soul.