
Market in the Park Returns to Downtown Vermilion This July and August
by Main Street Vermilion VERMILION – Main Street Vermilion invites residents and visitors alike to enjoy another season of Market in the Park, returning every Saturday in July and August from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Victory Park, located in the heart of historic downtown Vermilion. This popular summer Continue Reading
New splash pad opens at Vermilion Community Pool
Dedication set for June 29 at Sherod Park VERMILION — Families will soon have a new place to cool off this summer as the new splash pad at the Vermilion Community Pool is dedicated later this month. The Sherod Park Splash Pad Dedication is scheduled for 4 p.m. June 29 Continue Reading
Fundraiser supports school supply effort
Kochenour event set for June 18 VERMILION — Kochenour Orthodontics will host a summer kickoff fundraiser June 18 to help support the Kiwanis Club Back to School Extravaganza. The event, “Kick Off Summer With A Cause,” will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kochenour Orthodontics, 1418 State Road Continue Reading
Vermilion Festival of the Fish celebrates 60 years with fireworks, parade and family events
VERMILION — The Vermilion Festival of the Fish will celebrate its 60th year June 19–21 with three days of free entertainment, fireworks, music, contests, a parade, food and family activities in downtown Vermilion. The annual festival, presented by the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce, will mark its 1966–2026 anniversary with the Continue Reading
Ritter book sale fundraiser set for June 24–27
VERMILION — The Friends of Ritter Public Library will host its Summer Book Sale Fundraiser June 24–27 at Ritter Public Library. The sale will include books, audiobook CDs, movies, music, puzzles and other items. Everything will be available for a donation unless otherwise marked. Friends members will have early access Continue Reading
Vermilion’s first Pride celebration brings community together at Grace United Methodist Church
VERMILION TWP — Grace United Methodist Church hosted Vermilion’s first community Pride celebration June 6, bringing together residents, speakers, churches, vendors and families for a day centered on acceptance, support and community. The event, titled PRIDE 2026: “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors,” was held on the church grounds at Continue Reading
Yoga, Concerts Coming to Vermilion Parks This Summer
VERMILION — Vermilion parks will host a mix of wellness and live music this summer after the Parks and Recreation Board approved two community event requests during its May 19 meeting. The board approved a request from Heidi Boone to hold a series of community yoga classes at East Exchange Continue Reading
Main Street Vermilion Opens Registration for 2026 All Washed Up Driftwood & Beach Glass Art Contest
VERMILION — Main Street Vermilion has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 All Washed Up Driftwood & Beach Glass Art Contest, returning to downtown Vermilion this summer. The popular community event is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Exchange Park. Continue Reading
What is 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers and a Sunset?
By Sandra Coe 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers and a Sunset is far more than just an event in Vermilion. It is part of the heart and identity of our community. As Executive Director of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce, and someone who has now been with the Chamber for 19 Continue Reading
Vermilion Church to Host LGBTQ+ Awareness and Support Training
VERMILION TWP — Grace United Methodist Church will host a free SAFEZone training later this month as part of its ongoing Diversity Series leading up to Vermilion’s first PRIDE celebration. The training is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 13406 W. Continue Reading









