Harrison County Parks

10/22/2026

Tickets are on sale now!!!

10/21/2026

🎄✨ Campers Wanted for Christmas at the Campground! ✨🎄

Do you have what it takes to create the most festive campsite at Buffalo Trace Campground? We're looking for campers who want to help turn the campground into a Christmas wonderland during Christmas at the Campground on December 11th & 12th!

🏕️ Decorate your camper and campsite for all to enjoy.
🎄 Campers may check in and begin decorating as early as Monday, December 7th.
✨ Bring your lights, wreaths, inflatables, and holiday spirit!

☎️ Reservations are required and will be accepted by phone call only. Call (812) 738-8236
✅ All campers must agree to the event's terms and conditions sent via email after the Initial phone call.

Spots are limited, so gather your family, friends, and Christmas decorations and join us for a weekend of holiday camping fun!

📞 Call today to reserve your site at (812) 738-8236!

10/21/2026

🎃 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND—THE TRAIL IS CALLING! 🎃

🎉 We are celebrating the 10th year of The Haunted Trail! 🎉

The October 10 weather cancellation changed our plans, but we are excited to return October 24! A familiar trail detail may bring back a memory. We are saving the surprises for your walk.

Missed the trail, or ready for another visit? Open our October 24 Event. No Halloween event.

☕ FOOD VENDORS THIS WEEKEND! 🍋
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee of Jefferson Co.
Hayes Lemonade Shake-Ups
Food and drink purchases are separate from trail admission.

🗓 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ Dusk - 10:30pm
📍 Buffalo Trace Park Primitive Campground, Palmyra, Indiana
🎟 Regular admission: $7 per person. Ages 5 and under are free.
⭐ VIP WEEKEND PASS (UNLIMITED ENTRIES): $18 per person, ages 6 and older.
Valid only for the weekend of purchase. No transfer to another weekend or event. After purchase, VIPs may skip the ticket-purchase line but must stop at the ticket booth for verification before every entry.
💡 Optional light-up bracelet: regular +$3 / VIP +$2. Ages 6+ totals: $10 regular / $20 VIP. The bracelet alone does not identify VIPs.
In-person ticket sales only. No advance or online sales. On-site parking only.

Who would enjoy a night of local scares with you? Share Saturday’s Event with your trail partner.

Salem community: Salem Military Club · Salem High School · Salem Schools.
Make sure to follow our page for more information.

10/19/2026

The annual Corydon Halloween Costume Contest is back, and we can’t wait to see all the creative, spooky costumes!

📅 Saturday, October 24th
⏰ 3:30 PM
📍 Bicentennial Park

Costume contest fun for ALL ages, from babies to adults! Participants will be divided by age group and school grade, so everyone has a chance to show off their Halloween spirit!

✨ SPECIAL CATEGORY ANNOUNCEMENT! ✨ In honor of the legendary Dolly Parton, we’re adding a special Dolly Parton Look-Alike Category this year!
Tease that hair, bring on the rhinestones, and channel your inner Dolly! It’s time to sparkle and steal the show!

And the fun doesn’t stop there! Everyone is welcome to join us in walking in the 92nd Annual Halloween Parade! 🎃

Gather your family, plan those costumes, and join us for an afternoon full of Halloween fun! 🧡🖤

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

"🎃 TOMORROW: SCARES, LEMONADE AND A COMMUNITY NIGHT! 🎃

🎉 This year is especially meaningful—2026 marks the 10th year of The Haunted Trail! 🎉

Tomorrow, October 17! We are checking props and equipment before event-day setup. A few familiar faces may be waiting for you.

New for our 10th year: food and drink vendors at The Haunted Trail! Hayes Lemonade and Double Dipped will join us October 17. Ask each vendor about their menu!

We love working with Salem Military Club from Salem High School—back for its second year! Follow their Page for October 17 updates.

🗓 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ Dusk - 10:30pm
📍 Buffalo Trace Park Primitive Campground, Palmyra, Indiana
🎟 Regular admission: $7 per person. Ages 5 and under are free.
⭐ VIP WEEKEND PASS (UNLIMITED ENTRIES): $18 per person, ages 6 and older.
Weekend of purchase only. No transfer to another weekend or event. After purchase, VIPs may skip the ticket-purchase line; they must stop at the ticket booth for verification before every entry.
💡 Optional light-up bracelet: regular +$3 / VIP +$2. Ages 6+ totals with bracelet: $10 regular / $20 VIP. The bracelet alone does not identify VIPs.
In-person ticket sales only. No advance or online sales. On-site parking only.

Who is coming with you? Share the October 17 Event with them, and leave any last planning question below.

Salem community: Salem Military Club · Salem High School · Salem Schools.
Make sure to follow our page for more information.

10/16/2026

The wait is over! Tickets for our Merry Country Christmas festivities are now available for purchase!

Join us for a magical holiday experience filled with Christmas lights, festive fun, hayrides, and unforgettable family memories. Be sure to reserve your tickets early, as popular dates are expected to fill quickly.

Get your tickets today! https://merrycountrychristmas.com/

We can't wait to celebrate the Christmas season with you!

10/16/2026