We hear it all of the time, Kokomo is boring and there’s nothing to do here. Well, we’re here to debunk that myth with five events that we think are worthy of the spotlight this weekend — check them out!

2024 Strawberry Festival

If you’re not holding a bowl piled high with whipped cream and strawberries while listening to familiar tunes from a 16-piece band serenading the courthouse square this Friday, you’re missing out.

Downtown Kokomo is set to welcome 10,000 people for The 2024 Strawberry Festival, where you can experience the highly-anticipated annual event for yourself.

Click here for more information.

When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, June 7
Where: Throughout Downtown Kokomo

Whiskey, Wheels & Watches

The second annual Whiskey, Wheels and Watches event is returning to Palmer’s Jewelry from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8. This event not only brings watch enthusiasts to downtown Kokomo but also families looking to celebrate Father’s Day with family-friendly entertainment, a car show and more.

Where: Throughout downtown Kokomo and inside of Palmer’s Jewelry, 101 E. Sycamore St., Kokomo

Little Wranglers

Enjoy a trip to the farm for horseback riding, feeding animals, engaging learning activities and a photo opportunity with Wranger and friends! Register and learn more here.

When: 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Wrangler & Friends

Kite Workshop at Kirkendall Nature Center

Want to learn how to build a kite? Want to fly your kite? The Hoosier Kiteflier Society is going to be at Jackson Morrow Park this weekend with free kite kits (while supplies last) and instructions on how to fly a kite!

This event is FREE and open to the public. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Kirkendall Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park, 4200 S. Park Rd., Kokomo

Tipton on Tap

The annual Tipton On Tap Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest, presented by the City of Tipton is back for the fourth year!

This event and tasting will feature unlimited pours from 30 different Indiana craft breweries, distilleries, wineries and live music, local art, food, games and more.

Purchase your tickets here.

When: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Throughout downtown Tipton, 216 S. Main St.,
Tipton

Magic Show at Rhine Hall

Get ready to experience the wonder of magicians Caleb Wiles, Jim Turnpaugh and Marcus Lehmann at this 18 and older event right here in downtown Kokomo!

Click here to purchase your tickets now.

When: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Rhine Hall, 507 N. Union St., Kokomo

If you’re bored in Kokomo this weekend, it’s entirely your fault. Don’t miss out on a wide variety of things going on in our city!

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