Start Your Weekend of Fun in Washington County

Pekin Eastern welcomes Clarksville and Salem welcomes Silver Creek on Friday night on the gridiron and the race track at Thunder Valley Raceway Park will be celebrating the legacy of local racer Bill Pack. 

Saturday introduces you to the Moody-Tolliver Feud (a little-known true crime story) with a special presentation at The Depot beginning at 1:00pm. Racing continues at The Salem Speedway in the afternoon and motorcycles will circle the Salem Square in the evening to enjoy the monthly bike night. 

Enjoy cooler temperatures, scenic drives, peaceful outdoor adventures, local events, small-town shopping, delicious food, and the natural beauty of the Blue River. Spend a day exploring, make a weekend of it, and discover why early fall is one of the best times to experience Washington County.

‍Friday Night Lights in Washington County - August 28th

It’s time to grab your school colors, bring the family, rally your friends, and experience the excitement of Friday night football as the Salem Lions, Pekin Eastern Musketeers, and West Washington Senators take the field for another season.

From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, these communities come together to celebrate school spirit, hometown pride, and Indiana football tradition.

Home Games this Week

Salem Lions vs. Silver Creek
Friday, August 28, 7:00PM

Pekin Eastern vs Clarksville

Friday, August 28, 7:30PM 

‍1st Annual Bill Pack Memorial at Thunder Valley - August 28th

‍Bill Pack served in the U.S Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a member of V.F.W. Post 6582 in Austin, IN. He retired from C.S.X. where he worked as a Locomotive Engineer. He was a father figure to many and a legendary Race Car Driver local tracks. Bill passed away in 2019.

Racing Legends live forever

‍Washington Co. Farmers Market - August 29th

‍Shop local at The Washington County Farmers Market 

Come out and enjoy:

🥕 Fresh, locally grown produce

🍞 Homemade baked goods

🧺 Handmade crafts & unique finds

🌸 Beautiful plants & flowers

📅 Saturdays

⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:00 Noon

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

Moody-Tolliver Feud at The Depot - August 29th

‍Before the Hatfields and McCoys, Indiana Had the Moody-Tolliver Feud

Step into one of Indiana's most dramatic and little-known true crime stories as acclaimed author and historian Bob Moody shares the remarkable history behind the Moody-Tolliver Feud. Beginning with an unexpected marriage in rural Lawrence County, the conflict escalated into lawsuits, a midnight firebombing, assassination, sensational murder trials, prison escapes, and years of national newspaper coverage.

Bob Moody—great-great-grandnephew of murder victim Thomas Moody and author of The Terror of Indiana: Bent Jones & The Moody-Tolliver Feud—has spent years uncovering previously unknown documents and reports from more than 100 nineteenth-century newspapers. His presentation brings this extraordinary story to life with fascinating historical detail and personal insight.

Books will be available for purchase, and Bob will sign copies following the program.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 • 1:00 p.m.
Stevens Memorial Museum

Admission: 

$10 Washington County Historical Society members • $12 Non-members

Sponsored by the Washington County Historical Society

End of Summer Heat Racing at Salem Speedway - August 29th

‍Bike Night on the Salem Square - August 29th

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Just a chance to everyone to wind down from the benefit/Charity ride of the day or just to meet up and just meet other Bikers in the area. All motorcycles are welcome. We tend to park on the East (shady) shady side of the square. There is plenty to do at this event. You have several things to do within walking distance from the venue. Also, this is a kid friendly event. So if you have you kiddo with you, bring them out.

6:00pm - 9:00pm on the Salem Square 

‍Support a Washington County Farmstand

‍Fresh from the farm, straight to your table! Washington County's farmstands offer the best of the season with vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet corn, fresh-picked berries, crisp vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, homemade baked goods, flowers, jams, and handcrafted products. Every purchase supports hardworking local farm families while bringing home the freshest flavors our community has to offer.

Take a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside, discover hidden roadside gems, and experience the tradition of buying directly from the people who grow your food. Whether you're planning a family meal, stocking up for canning season, or simply looking for healthy, locally grown produce, Washington County's farmstands are ready to welcome you with friendly smiles and exceptional quality.

Shop local. Eat fresh. Support local bakers and farmers. Discover the best of Washington County—one farmstand at a time! Click on the button below to view our farmstands. 

Sarah Parke Morrison State Historic Marker Reestablished

The Washington County Historical Society is very happy to announce that the Sarah Parke Morrison state historical marker has been reestablished along North Shelby Street, behind Salem high school. This significant marker was granted by the Indiana Historical Bureau in 2020, during the Bicentennial Anniversary of Indiana University and sponsored by the university itself, honoring one of Salem’s most notable daughters.

In 1867, at her father’s urging, she petitioned Indiana University to allow female students to attend, which the board of directors granted, declaring the doors of the university open to women upon the same terms as the men.

IU became the fourth state university in the country to allow female students and the first to allow them on equal terms as the males. When no women had applied just before the 1867 fall semester began, Sarah took it upon herself to become the first woman to attend the university. In her own words, she was quoted as saying, “I had some dim perception that I ought to go first but nothing more, for the idea of women entering a men’s college had not then dawned upon the average feminine mind, much less upon the male intellect.”

She obtained her bachelor’s degree in just two years, becoming the first female student and first female graduate in 1869

‍Enjoy a Walk/Run or Bicycle Ride on the Monon South Trail

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The new greenway trail offers dramatic vistas of rolling Indiana farmland, forests, creeks and valleys with linkages to several regional destinations, including nearby state parks and recreation facilities. The trail also highlights connections to local businesses as it transverses our county. Click on the button below to Download a Map of the Trail. 

‍Pickleball Meet Ups at the YMCA - Monday Evenings 

‍Whether you're just learning the game or looking for regular competition, pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports because it's easy to learn, provides excellent exercise, and is fun for all ages.

Coming Soon - Campbellsburg Country Festival

‍The Campbellsburg Country Festival will be held September 11th & 12th, 2026.

This will be the 32nd year of the festival!

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