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🍅 Tomato Fest 2026
Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
Big Maple Lake
Fresh tomatoes, music, local food, family fun, and a community picnic with a purpose. 🍅
This year, Tomato Fest comes at a difficult time for Northwest Indiana farmers and families. After a season of damaging storms, we’re gathering to celebrate what our local farmers have grown, support them through a challenging season, and enjoy an afternoon together as a community.
Come for a community picnic, listen to music, try over 2 dozen varieties of tomatoes, and show some love for the farmers who help feed our region. ❤️
Join us for Tomato Fest 2026—and let’s gather around our farmers when they need us most!
Your admission includes:
🍅 Tomato tastings presented by Region Roots
🎶 Lively Music
🌱 Access to local farmers and artisan vendors with tomato themed products
🎨 Family-friendly activities - kite flying and fishing and children's art area
🏆 Yard games including cornhole, giant Jenga, Connect 4, checkers, and more
🧺 A relaxing picnic atmosphere to enjoy the best of Northwest Indiana
*Big Maple Lake offers fishing but you will need to BYO gear if you wish to fish
Optional Add-Ons - Make your day even more memorable with:
• Tomato Fest branded kites - $10 each
• Picnic Kits with reusable bamboo tableware - $15 for a set of 4
• Charcuterie Picnic Boxes from The Gourmet Goddess - perfect for sharing - $25 each (serves 2). $5 from each box will be donated to NWIFC
Shop Local
Browse a curated marketplace featuring local farmers, food producers, artisans, and specialty food vendors offering fresh produce, handmade goods, gourmet treats, and unique gifts.
Help Grow Northwest Indiana's Local Food System
Tomato Fest is the Northwest Indiana Food Council's signature fall fundraiser. Every ticket purchased, raffle entered, and Tomato Fest item purchased helps support programs that strengthen our regional food system, connect local farmers with consumers, and expand access to healthy, locally grown food throughout Northwest Indiana.
Be sure to visit our raffle featuring gift baskets, restaurant gift cards, gardening packages, family experiences, and locally made products donated by generous community partners.
Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, gather your favorite people, and enjoy an afternoon celebrating local food, local farms, and the harvest season.
Come hungry. Come curious. Come celebrate community—one tomato at a time!
Tickets
🍅 General Admission – $10 (Children 5 and under are free)
Advance ticket purchase is encouraged. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
For more information, Click for Details
Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
Big Maple Lake
Fresh tomatoes, music, local food, family fun, and a community picnic with a purpose. 🍅
This year, Tomato Fest comes at a difficult time for Northwest Indiana farmers and families. After a season of damaging storms, we’re gathering to celebrate what our local farmers have grown, support them through a challenging season, and enjoy an afternoon together as a community.
Come for a community picnic, listen to music, try over 2 dozen varieties of tomatoes, and show some love for the farmers who help feed our region. ❤️
Join us for Tomato Fest 2026—and let’s gather around our farmers when they need us most!
Your admission includes:
🍅 Tomato tastings presented by Region Roots
🎶 Lively Music
🌱 Access to local farmers and artisan vendors with tomato themed products
🎨 Family-friendly activities - kite flying and fishing and children's art area
🏆 Yard games including cornhole, giant Jenga, Connect 4, checkers, and more
🧺 A relaxing picnic atmosphere to enjoy the best of Northwest Indiana
*Big Maple Lake offers fishing but you will need to BYO gear if you wish to fish
Optional Add-Ons - Make your day even more memorable with:
• Tomato Fest branded kites - $10 each
• Picnic Kits with reusable bamboo tableware - $15 for a set of 4
• Charcuterie Picnic Boxes from The Gourmet Goddess - perfect for sharing - $25 each (serves 2). $5 from each box will be donated to NWIFC
Shop Local
Browse a curated marketplace featuring local farmers, food producers, artisans, and specialty food vendors offering fresh produce, handmade goods, gourmet treats, and unique gifts.
Help Grow Northwest Indiana's Local Food System
Tomato Fest is the Northwest Indiana Food Council's signature fall fundraiser. Every ticket purchased, raffle entered, and Tomato Fest item purchased helps support programs that strengthen our regional food system, connect local farmers with consumers, and expand access to healthy, locally grown food throughout Northwest Indiana.
Be sure to visit our raffle featuring gift baskets, restaurant gift cards, gardening packages, family experiences, and locally made products donated by generous community partners.
Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, gather your favorite people, and enjoy an afternoon celebrating local food, local farms, and the harvest season.
Come hungry. Come curious. Come celebrate community—one tomato at a time!
Tickets
🍅 General Admission – $10 (Children 5 and under are free)
Advance ticket purchase is encouraged. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
For more information, Click for Details
Date & Time
September 20, 2026
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Big Maple Lake
7600 Ainsworth Rd
Hobart, IN 46342
Contact Info
NWI Food Council
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