The Heimatfest committee is a group of volunteers that aims to grow the Ferdinand Heimatfest attendance year over year. The hope is that people from surrounding areas will come to visit Ferdinand for the weekend, see the strong community support and benefits that Ferdinand has to offer, and start thinking about Dubois County as a […]

The Ferdinand Fire Department will be hosting Fireman’s Ball Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the Ferdinand Community Center. There will be a Raffle with over 120 prizes! Fried Chicken Dinners will be served starting at 5:00pm. Hamburgers, drinks, and desserts will also be sold. Michael Wilmes will be playing from 7:00pm-10:00pm.

This free festival in Ferdinand’s beautiful 18th Street Park features nationally-acclaimed musicians and renowned regional acts. In an ideal, lush setting—a large, gently sloping lawn surrounded by trees—patrons bring picnic blankets, lawn chairs, and an appreciation for diverse music such as Americana, folk, roots blues, reggae, etc. Nearby, on a small, round stage in the […]

Join us every October for Ferdinand’s Walktoberfest, a vibrant celebration of fall that brings our community together for a day of free, family-friendly fun. Stroll through the charming streets of Ferdinand, where the sights, smells, and sounds of autumn fill the air. Immerse yourself in seasonal activities like pumpkin decorating, hayrides, and craft stations for […]

What Is The Christkindlmarkt? In Germany, Christmas wares and gifts are sold in the festival-style setting of Christkindlmarkt. During the weeks of Advent, toy makers, basket weavers, wood carvers, candle makers and other artisans set up booths in front of the local church, where browsers make their selections. The custom began in the 14th century […]

Join us for the annual Ferdinand Community Christmas event, a cherished holiday tradition happening the first weekend in December! Celebrate the season with festive games, crafts, and photo opportunities that are fun for the whole family. Enjoy performances by talented children’s choirs and the Forest Park Dance Team, adding a lively holiday spirit to the […]