8 Reasons to Get out of the House this Weekend

Ditch your plans to stay inside this weekend for something more exciting! There are events happening all weekend for the adrenaline junkie, the music lover, and fall events for the whole family! Find out more information by reading below!


Photo Provided | Colosseum Combat

Photo Provided | Colosseum Combat

Colosseum Combat 55 and 56

Check out Colosseum Combat this Friday and Saturday for two exciting nights of pro and amateur mixed martial arts at the Kokomo Event and Conference Center. This event will keep the whole family entertained with some awesome matches and even some special MMA legends signing autographs!.

Find your tickets here! 

When: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday 

Where: Kokomo Event and Conference Center

Cost: $35 and up


Photo Provided | The Coterie

Photo Provided | The Coterie

Rockstead: Live at The Coterie

Help welcome Rockstead, a four-piece rock/reggae band from Cincinnati, to The Coterie! 

You don't want to miss this high-energy night at Kokomo's favorite downtown cocktail bar.

When: 9 p.,m. Friday

Where: The Coterie 

Cost: $5


TKP Photo | Heidi Pruitt

TKP Photo | Heidi Pruitt

Kokomo Klash at Kokomo Speedway

Kokomo Speedway presents another awesome weekend of racing. Don't let this adrenaline-filled weekend pass without making an appearance. This is the last race of the season, so in the words of the Kokomo Speedway, make sure you #GYATK! Find more information at kokomospeedway.net 

Note* Friday’s races have been changed to Saturday due to inclement weather.

When: Saturday grandstands open at 4 p.m. and on Sunday grandstands open at noon.

Where: Kokomo Speedway 

Cost: $20 per person with kids under 12 being free


Photo Provided | KPRD

Photo Provided | KPRD

Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department Pumpkin Painting

The Kirkendall Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park will offer pumpkin painting on from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. This event is FREE and open to the public. Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Pumpkins are free while supplies last but you may also bring your own.

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday

Where: Kirkendall Nature Center Jackson Morrow Park 

Cost: Free


Photo Provided | Rosewood Market

Photo Provided | Rosewood Market

Kokomo Fall Fest hosted by Rosewood Market

Refresh your fall wardrobe at Button Dodge in Kokomo with the help of Rosewood Market! From fall boutique clothing, artwork, home decor and so much more, there's something for everyone! 

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday

Where: Button Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 

Cost: Free


Photo Provided | Kendall Family Farms

Photo Provided | Kendall Family Farms

Kendall Family Farm Adventures Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Head to Greentown for an affordable fall day with the family! With fall-themed activities for all ages, it’s well worth the trip. Enjoy visiting with live animals, picking pumpkins, a corn maze and so much more!

When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday

Where: Note* Please use 9717 E. 600 North Greentown, Indiana in your GPS for best results.

Cost: Varies on activities


TKP Photo | Erin Larison

TKP Photo | Erin Larison

McClure’s Orchard

If you’re looking for one of the area’s quintessential fall experiences, check out McClure’s Orchard! The on-site winery, orchard, gift shop and cafe has something for everyone. You can’t let fall slip by without a trip to McClure’s. 

When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

Where: 5054 N U.S., 31 Peru, IN 46970

Cost: Varies 


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Grissom Maze of Terror

Ready to get your scare on? Grissom Maze of Terror is an indoor maze that will leave you screaming from start to finish. Text your friends and make plans to head to Grissom Maze of Terror! 

When: 7 p.m. to midnight Friday, and 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday

Where: 2251 Randolph St., Peru, IN 46970

Cost: $13 per person


There’s no reason to be bored in (and around) Kokomo this weekend! What are your plans? Tell us in the comments below!

Check out https://www.thekokomopost.com/calendar for more events happening in Kokomo

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