Celebrate 35 Years of Dyer Summer Fest – June 11-14, 2026

The Town of Dyer is proud to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Dyer Summer Fest, returning to Central Park from June 11-14, 2026. Presented by Wintrust Indiana and featuring live music sponsored by Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, this four-day festival offers live entertainment, carnival rides and games, food vendors, a beer garden, family-friendly activities, and one of the area's best fireworks displays.

Whether you're visiting for the music, carnival, food, or community atmosphere, Summer Fest has something for everyone.

Thursday, June 11

Festival Hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Carnival Hours: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $30 (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Live Music

Maggie Speaks – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Trippin Billies – 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Friday, June 12

Festival Hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Carnival Hours: 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Wristbands: Not Available

Live Music

Nawty – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Mr. Funnyman – 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday, June 13

Festival Hours: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Carnival Hours: 1:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $30 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)

Live Music

Sounds of Santana – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Blooze Brothers Band – 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Nate Venturelli – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Gareth – 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Sunday, June 14

Festival Hours: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Carnival Hours: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Wristband Specials

Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $30 (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Last Blast Wristbands: $25 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Live Music

Who Dat Dere – 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Gold Dust Dreams – 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Shagadelics – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
The Verve Pipe – 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Fireworks

🎆 Fireworks Spectacular at 9:00 PM

Festival Information

Summer Fest features:

• Live music throughout the weekend
• Carnival rides and games
• Food and merchandise vendors
• Family-friendly entertainment
• Beer Garden
• Free parking
• ATM on-site
• Sunday fireworks display

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy the festivities. Please note that coolers are not permitted on festival grounds.

Location

Central Park
900 Central Park Boulevard
Dyer, Indiana

Rideshare Drop-Off Location

942 213th Street
Dyer, Indiana

Join us as we celebrate 35 years of community, entertainment, and summer fun at one of Northwest Indiana's favorite festivals. We look forward to seeing you June 11-14 at Dyer Summer Fest!

If you are intersted in being a Sponsor please fill out the attached letter and email to Dyersummerfest@townofdyer.com.

The Town of Dyer Summer Fest committee is made up of resident volunteers who coordinate the events and activities. Additional volunteers are welcome to join this hands-on committee to assist with the Summer Fest operations. 

Volunteers are needed during the fest to help as parking lot attendants, carnival bracelet fasteners, and carnival ticket sales. As other events and activities are planned, additional volunteers are also needed. Volunteers are also needed in the springtime to stand at the entrance to Walt's seeking donations. 

If interested in volunteering, please call the Dyer Parks and Recreation office with your name, phone number, and attend one of the Dyer Summer Fest committee meetings throughout the year to help with more of the planning and activities of the festival. 

The Dyer Summer Fest committee usually meets once a month beginning in January. This committee will meet monthly leading up to the festival.