2026 Events in Downtown Bluffton
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Downtown Bluffton Ghost Tour
Join us for a guided spooky walking tour of downtown Bluffton, IN. The downtown Bluffton ghost tour will start at the Wells County Courthouse flagpole at 6:30 pm for check-in. The guided ghost tour is a mile in length. The tour will end at 8:00 pm. You will not enter any buildings during the tour. Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. The tour is a ticketed event. $15 per person, with a limit of 15 people per evening. Get your tickets today so you don't miss out on this one of a kind guided tour of our downtown.
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Event Dates:
October 28, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
October 29, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
October 30, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
October 31, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Proceeds go to support Bluffton NOW!'s efforts to revitalize Downtown Bluffton, IN
SIP, SAVOR & EXPLORE
Sip, Savor, and explore 5 historic downtown buildings to learn about our history, discover growth opportunities, and see what is being accomplished downtown. $30.00 includes the tour and fall-themed food and drink. A perfect way to spend Halloween day in Downtown Bluffton! The event starts promptly at 1:00 pm and runs until 4:00 pm. The event will include climbing steps and working your way through both finished and untouched spaces.
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Locations:
Check-in and Spot # 1: 216 W Market St "Old True Value Hardware Building" Check in downstairs and explore upstairs
Spot # 2: 128 E Market St "Bluffton City Hall" celebrating 100 years!
Spot # 3: 101 W Market St "Dwaynes Sweeper Shop"
Spot # 4: 201 W Market St "New upstairs apartment unit at northwest corner of Market St & Johnson St"
Spot # 5: 205 W Market St "Upstairs above Unique Blue"
Proceeds go to support Bluffton NOW!'s efforts to revitalize Downtown Bluffton, IN
2026 Summer Concert Series - Music on the Plaza
Visit Downtown on the following dates as Retailers and Restaurants provide special sales, lunch/dinner specials, and giveaways throughout the day!
Beer and Food truck open at 6p.m.
Live Music On the Plaza from 7-10p.m.
Thursday, June 4th | Rylie Lynn Band
Thursday, June 25th |Hubie Ashcraft Band
Saturday, July 4th |United We Stand - Classic Rock Experience
Thursday, July 16th | Sweet Water All Stars
Thursday, August 6th | Whoa, Man!
2026 Family Movie Nights
Family Movie Nights are one of BlufftonNOW & Bluffton Parks Department's ways of creating simple, affordable opportunities for families and friends to spend time together in downtown Bluffton.
Throughout the summer, BlufftonNOW & Bluffton Parks Department hosted a series of free outdoor movie nights at Parlor City Plaza, inviting the community to bring a lawn chair or blanket, grab some food, and enjoy an evening together under the stars.
The goal was simple: create a fun experience for families while bringing more people downtown.
Each movie night offered more than just a movie. Families had the opportunity to arrive early, enjoy activities and entertainment, visit local businesses and restaurants, and spend time with neighbors before settling in for the featured film.
Monday June 8th- How To Train Your Dragon (Live Action)
Monday July 13th- Zootopia 2
Monday August 22nd- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Special Thanks to The Wells County Foundation for their Sponsorship to allow the events to happen!
2026 Art in the Parlor
This summer, BlufftonNOW helped bring a new arts experience to downtown Bluffton with Art in the Parlor at Parlor City Plaza.
The event was created to give local artists and creatives an opportunity to share their work with the community while providing residents and visitors with another reason to spend time downtown.
Art in the Parlor brought together art, music, local creativity and community in a relaxed outdoor setting. Attendees had the opportunity to browse and experience artwork, meet the people behind the creative work, and enjoy an afternoon in the heart of Bluffton.
2026 9th Annual Chili Walk
Join BlufftonNOW for the 9th Annual Chili Walk in beautiful Downtown Bluffton on Saturday, October 3, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
For just $5 per person, attendees receive a tasting ballot and can sample a variety of homemade and local chili recipes before voting for the People’s Choice Champion.
The Chili Walk is a casual evening to enjoy good food, drinks, friends and community while exploring downtown Bluffton. Guests can also grab a drink from The Hideaway Beer Truck while making their way through the event.
Event Details
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Saturday, October 3
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5:00–7:00 PM
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Downtown Bluffton
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$5 per person
Come hungry, bring your family and friends, and help us crown this year's Chili Walk Champion!