Sweet Treats, Cool Rides & Garden Vibes in Washington County

Get ready for a weekend packed with community, color, and chrome! Join us for unforgettable events featuring the opening of the Farmers Market, Plant Sale, and two Car Shows—all in one place!

‍Grand Opening of The Little Twirl on Main - May 8th

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The Little Twirl was founded in 1975 on West Main Street in Livonia. The Little Twirl is known for serving a large size soft serve cone, said to be the largest in the state of Indiana. The new owners of the business have enhanced the menu to include sandwiches, sliders, dirty sodas, and a variety of hand dipped and soft serve ice creams.

Salem Cruise'N Car Show on the Square - May 8th

Good Earth Master Gardeners Plant Sale - May 9th

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The Good Earth Master Gardeners are hosting their Annual Plant Sale, featuring 1,000+ plants at very reasonable prices. Every purchase supports local community projects—so you can grow something beautiful and make a difference!

Washington Co. Farmers Market Opens for the Season - May 9th

The Washington County Farmers Market is kicking off the 2026 season on May 9th. This year, you can shop local and give back! Awareness Washington County is hosting a Food Drive for the Washington County Food Bank, so bring a donation and help support families in our community while you enjoy Opening Day. 

Come out and enjoy:

🥕 Fresh, locally grown produce

🍞 Homemade baked goods

🧺 Handmade crafts & unique finds

🌸 Beautiful plants & flowers

🎁 Be sure to stop by the welcome table and enter the Opening Day Door Prize Drawing—no purchase necessary!

📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026

⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:00 Noon

📍 801 S. Jackson St, Salem, IN (Justice Center Parking Lot)

‍Legendary Car, Truck and Bike Festival - May 9th

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The First Annual Legendary Car, Truck and Bike Festival on the High Banks of the Salem Speedway is Saturday, May 9th!

Awards for Best Car, Best Truck, Best Bike, Oldest registered, running and driving Vehicle, Best in Show, Best Custom Paint, Burnout Contest, Door Prizes and more! Gates open at 9am, Awards at 5pm, Open until 9:00pm

Discounted vehicle entry with a durable food donation to REACH Food Program 4 Kids and/or Humane Society of Washington County.

Spectators enjoy FREE admission and the concessions will be open with the full menu and cold beverages, beer and more.

- Live Band

- Vendors of all kinds

- Kids bounce houses

- Tour the updated VIP ticket area with iRacing sim

- Full concessions with cold beverages, beer and more!

Click on the button below to reserve your vehicle entry or claim your FREE spectator admission.