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
2023 Schedule of Events
February 18 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics at Versailles State Park 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
March 18-19 NMLRA American Long Rifle Show at NMLRA Education Center in Friendship, IN
April 1 Versailles State Park – Ripley County Chamber Easter Egg Hunt 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
April 29 Versailles State Park - Art in Nature
May 6 Versailles State Park – Mission Adventure Race
June 3 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 6 Versailles State Park - Plien Air Paint Out
June 7 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
June 10-18 NMLRA Annual Spring Shoot, Friendship, IN
June 10 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 17 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 17 Lion’s BBQ on the Courthouse Square
June 17 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
June 24 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square, Kids Market - 9:00 AM - Noon
June 24 Main Street Versailles 5K Run / Walk on the Courthouse Square
June 25 Open Mic Night on the Square - 3-6 pm
July 1 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 1 Versailles State Park – Fireworks 9:30 PM
July 5 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
July 8 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 15 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 15 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
July 22 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
July 22 Legionfest at the corner of Washington and Water Streets 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
July 22 Versailles State Park - Christmas in July
July 23 Open Mic Night on the Square - 3-6 pm
July 29 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 2 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
August 5 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 12 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 19 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 19 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
August 26 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
August 27 Open Mic Night on the Square - 3-6 pm
Sept. 2 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 6 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
Sept. 9 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 9-17 NMLRA National Fall Shoot, Friendship, IN
Sept. 16 Farmers’ Market on the Courthouse Square - 9:00 AM - Noon
Sept. 16 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
Sept. 22-24 Versailles State Park – Hassmer Fest
Sept 24 Open Mic Night on the Square - 3-6 pm
Sept. 27-Oct 1 Versailles Pumpkin Show on the Courthouse Square
Oct. 4 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
Oct. 21 Music on the Square - 7-9 pm
Oct 22 Open Mic Night on the Square - 3-6 pm
Dec. 3 Holiday Affair on the Square - 4:00 - 6:00 PM