Visit Versailles in the Spring of the year to view the beautiful blossoms of the more than 350 cherry trees that line the town’s streets. Spend an afternoon visiting sites on the Bicentennial Walking Tour, which includes beautiful historic homes, the lovely Tyson United Methodist Church, the Ripley County Courthouse, Tyson Library and many more! https://mainstreetversailles.com/walking-tour.html
Take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Cliff Hill Cemetery and enjoy the gorgeous views overlooking the Versailles State Park. Located at the east edge of town, the Versailles State Park boasts a 230-acre lake, 200 Class A campsites and some of the best mountain bike trails around. Swimming, kayaking, hiking and horseback riding are other favorite activities. https://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2963.htm
Or stop by the Tyson Memorial Sports Complex and take in baseball or softball game or take a brisk walk along the 1-mile paved walking trail that surrounds the facility while your children enjoy the playground. There’s lots to do in Versailles and the surrounding area! https://ripleycountytourism.com
2021 Schedule of Events
February 13 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics at Versailles State Park 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
March 26-27 NMLRA American Long Rifle Show at NMLRA Education Center in Friendship, IN
March 27 Versailles State Park – Ripley County Chamber Easter Egg Hunt 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
March 27 Hoppin’ on the Square 8:30 – 11:00 AM at Versailles Town Hall
May 1 Versailles State Park – Welcome Back Weekend
June 5 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 12-20 NMLRA Annual Spring Shoot, Friendship, IN
June 12 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 19 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 26 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 26 Ripley County Chamber of Commerce 5K Run / Walk on the Courthouse Square
June 26 Lion’s BBQ on the Courthouse Square
July 3 Versailles State Park – Fireworks 9:00 - 10:30 PM
July 3 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 10 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 10 Kids Market on the Courthouse Square 9:00 – 9:00 AM - Noon
July 17 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 24 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 24 Versailles State Park - Christmas in July
July 31 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 31 Legionfest at the corner of Washington and Water Streets 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
August 7 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 7 Community Night Out on the Courthouse Square
August 7-8 Versailles State Park – Dino Extra Triathlon 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
August 14 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 21 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 28 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 4 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 11 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 11-19 NMLRA National Fall Shoot, Friendship, IN
Sept. 19 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 22-25 Pumpkin Show on the Courthouse Square
Sept. 24-25 Versailles State Park – Hassmer Fest
Oct. 16 Eerie Town Tour - 5:30 PM
Dec. 4 Holiday Affair on the Square - 4:00 - 6:00 PM