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Exciting News: Chautauqua-Wawasee’s 2025 Calendar of Events is Here!

We are thrilled to unveil our incredible lineup of programs for 2025! This year, Chautauqua-Wawasee has a mix of cherished favorites and exciting new events to engage, inspire, and bring our community together. From arts and culture to history and nature, there’s something for everyone!

Highlights of 2025

  • New programs like the Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing (April 13), Stained Glass Workshop (September 4, 11, 18), and the Syracuse Ghost Tour (October 18) are sure to become instant favorites!
  • Beloved classics such as the Wawasee Fine Arts Festival (May 24), Taps Across the Water (May 25), and the Old-Fashioned Christmas (November 29) are back to bring joy and tradition.
  • Family-friendly events like the Pawawsee Dog Parade (June 7) and the Patriotic Speakers-Teddy and Edith Roosevelt (June 29) promise fun for all ages.

🗓️ Mark your calendars now and plan to join us in Syracuse, Indiana, for these unforgettable experiences!

We cannot wait to see everyone again and create lasting memories together. Be sure to check out the full calendar above for all dates, times, and program details. Let’s make 2025 a year to remember!

Visit www.ChautauquaWawasee.org or call 574-377-7543 for more information. See you there!

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Sponsors

As the 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration draws near, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible sponsors who make this cherished community event possible. Their support helps bring the magic of the holiday season to life in our beautiful lakeside town, and we are so grateful for their generosity.

A big thank you to:

  • Bass Audiology
  • Beyond Landscaping, Inc.
  • Crossroads Bank
  • Dockside Gifts & Apparel
  • Harkless Foundation
  • Jasper Plastics
  • Jeff & Carrie Herdrich
  • Kiwanis Club of Wawasee
  • Kiyomi Japanese restaurant
  • Lakeland Youth Center
  • Leading Edge Countertops
  • Main Channel Marina
  • Myra & Howard Brembeck Foundation
  • Oakwood Resort
  • Pat’s Chicago Dogs
  • Sands Accounting Inc.
  • Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce
  • Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum
  • Teghtmeyer Ace Hardware
  • The Papers, Inc.
  • Town of Syracuse (Parks Dept)
  • Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation
  • Wawasee Boat Company
  • Woman of Today
  • WPOA

Your support, whether through financial contributions, resources, or volunteer efforts, helps create a warm and festive atmosphere that brings our community together. Thanks to your involvement, the Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration will continue to be a beloved tradition for years to come—one that families and friends of all ages can enjoy.

As we prepare for the season’s festivities, we are reminded of the power of community. You are all essential in making this event a success, and we truly couldn’t do it without you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us celebrate this magical time of year!

Wishing you all a joyful and blessed holiday season. We look forward to celebrating with you at the 2024 Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration! 🎄✨

With gratitude,
The Chautauqua Wawasee Team