Stay & Play Weekend in Wabash County: June 5-7, 2026
By: Amelia Glosson
Wabash Run the River Half Marathon, 10K, 5K- Registration Required
Wabash Run The River is back for its fifth year! The stakes are high – cash prizes await the top male and female finishers in all three races. Sponsored by Chittick Insurance, the event will take place Saturday June, 6th at 8am. We encourage those attending to come early and stay late for Stay & Play weekend in Wabash County! CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL EVENTS!
Don’t miss your chance to race, revel, and run the river! Sign up here!
June First Friday: Paint the Plow Experience – FREE
At the beginning of every month, Downtown Wabash Inc. puts on a family-friendly themed First Friday celebration. Help us jazz up our City of Wabash Street Department’s plows with colorful artwork! Kids Street, Vendor Row, and Food Truck Plaza will be open from 5-8PM on Friday, June 5th! Come celebrate art in Downtown Wabash with us! CLICK TO LEARN MORE!
America’s 250th Anniversary Kickoff Celebration! – FREE
Join LaFontaine Community Alliance on Saturday, June 6th from 5-8PM to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, block party style! This event featuring Live Music by 35 TRAX, Food Vendors, and family events will take place at the McDonald Funeral Home Parking Lot. Bring a lawn chair and come enjoy the music & food, reconnect with neighbors, and meet new friends!
Green Hat Lounge: Chris Rutkowski – Tickets Required
Charley Creek Inn constantly features incredible performances by popular artists. You won’t want to miss Jazz pianist Chris Rutkowski at Green Hat Lounge during the weekend of Wabash Run the River. Bring friends and family for this unforgettable experience on Saturday, June 7th, from 5-8PM. CLICK TO LEARN MORE!
McScoopz Ice Cream
This weekend, stop by and enjoy a sweet treat from McScoopz Ice Cream. They carry local favorites and new, delicious twists over the summer! Enjoy your treat outside on the bench or take a stroll over to the Wabash City Park! CLICK TO LEARN MORE!
13-24 Drive In
The 13-24 Drive In is a perfect way to end your summer day! Along with the new showings the outdoor theater will be re-releasing old throwbacks based on your votes! Pack the snacks and family into a car to watch a move in vintage style. Movies are featured Thursday through Saturday nights, starting at sunset. CLICK TO LEARN MORE!
If you are looking for a place to stay, utilize this page on our website for information about the beautiful inns and unique rentals in Wabash County! For restaurant recommendations, look through this page. Also, check out our 2026 Wabash County Destination Guide to get familiar with the area before your trip!
