Elkhart Public Library

Curbside Concerts: Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars
2026-05-22 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The legendary Darryl Buchanan leads off the seventh season of Curbside Concerts on May 22.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: BLAMMO
2026-05-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
We finally got the Sapen brothers. BLAMMO is coming to Curbside Concerts on May 29.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Fun in the Sun
2026-06-01 15:30 - 17:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us at each neighborhood branch on Mondays in June for games, activities, the Book Bus, prizes and free Kona Ice. The Friends of EPL supports this program.
June 1 – Osolo
June 8 – Cleveland
June 15 – Pierre Moran
June 22 – Dunlap

POSTPONED -- Curbside Concerts: The Erly
2026-06-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Due to the weather, this show has been postponed. Stay tuned for an announcement of a new date later this year.
The Erly returns to the roof with their brand of Americana rock as the seventh season of Curbside Concerts rolls on June 5.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Fun in the Sun
2026-06-08 15:30 - 17:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States

Roz Puppets Presents: "Dinosaur Pirates"
2026-06-09 16:30 - 17:15 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Hit the high seas for a story filled with music, fun and audience participation. This show is made to delight the whole family.

Curbside Concerts: Starlord
2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
There are bands. And then there are bands that musicians take the night off to go see play. Welcome, Starlord, to the roof. Come see these prog rock legends on June 12.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Fun in the Sun
2026-06-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

100 Black Sons present Juneteenth
2026-06-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring the family to celebrate with live music, vendors and more.

Curbside Concerts: Zion Lion
2026-06-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
It’s jazz fest weekend on Main Street, but the party is at the library. Zion Lion, a renowned reggae band from Kalamazoo, will be on our rooftop during the Elkhart Jazz Fest on Friday, June 19.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: St. Eve and The Vibe
2026-06-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
For a Saturday night special during Elkhart Jazz Fest weekend, we’re giving you your next favorite band. St. Eve and The Vibe will bring the right mood to Curbside Concerts on Saturday, June 20.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Fun in the Sun
2026-06-22 15:30 - 17:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring the family to each branch for games, free Kona Ice, the Book Bus and a chance to claim your Summer Reading Challenge rewards. This program is supported by the Friends of EPL.
June 1 – Osolo
June 8 – Cleveland
June 15 – Pierre Moran
June 22 – Dunlap

Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
2026-06-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Can’t help but love the house band. High Gravity … now the only seven-time performing band in the history of Curbside Concerts.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Potawatomi Zoo to You
2026-06-29 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
See animal ambassadors from the zoo and learn about their features at this educational live presentation. Two sessions are available to serve more families.

Curbside Concerts: Paul Erdman with Marcus Clingaman
2026-07-03 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Let’s name the night: Paul E Pluribus Unum. Our celebration of America 250 on July 3 also includes a special start time – 6 p.m. – and a special opening performance by Marcus Clingaman.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Dinosaur Days
2026-07-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Experience dinosaurs up close with a Velociraptor and a baby dinosaur, plus dig for fossils.

Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Real Story
2026-08-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
A historical reenactment interprets “The Little House on the Prairie” author’s story in a new way. Hear Laura’s personal hardships and struggles that inspired her enduring books. This program is recommended for ages 10 and up.

Lotería: Back to School Edition
2026-08-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Come into Pierre Moran for a lotería fiesta! Win awesome goodies like school supplies and enter surprise backpack raffles. Plus, munch on popcorn as we play.
¡Ven a la biblioteca de Pierre Moran para un evento de lotería espectacular! Los premios incluyen útiles escolares y habrá sorteos de mochilas sopresa de mochilas sopresa mientras juegas. ¡Saborea palomitas disfrutas del juego!

Curbside Concerts: The Buddy System
2026-08-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Buddy System gets us going for the fall set of Curbside Concerts, as the roof lights back up Friday, Aug. 21.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: Duke Tumatoe
2026-08-28 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The one, the only … Duke Tumatoe.
Come early to get your spot for this Aug. 28 event – Duke holds the record for most attendance at Curbside Concerts.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Vibra Fest
2026-08-29 14:00 - 22:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Enjoy a free outdoor cultural event with food, drinks, live music, activities for kids and families and a car show.

Curbside Concerts: Southside Denny
2026-09-04 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Southside Denny and his band are bringing the blues to Curbside Concerts on Sept. 4.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: The Tumbleweed Jumpers
2026-09-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Everybody’s definition of fun should be The Tumbleweed Jumpers. We can’t wait to welcome them back Sept. 11.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Adult Spelling Bee - Preliminary Round
2026-09-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join a welcoming, laid-back competition as you remember from school. Spell your way to the top.

Curbside Concerts: Why Not Both?
2026-09-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The seventh season of Curbside Concerts is winding down, but Why Not Both? gives us the indie rock notes we want stuck in our heads until next year.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Elkhart County Adult Spelling Bee
2026-09-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Goshen Theater, 216 S. Main St., Goshen, 46526, United States
The county-wide finals. See who will win it all. The preliminary round is on Sept. 12 at EPL.

Halloween Parade
2026-10-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in costume for stories, games and activities before we walk around to collect candy.
