At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend. Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy. Memorial service…
At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend. Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy. Memorial service…
Sponsored by the Fairmount Historical Museum annually, this event includes a huge car show featuring 50’s classic and custom autos. Parade of Neon, special guests, swap meet, and plenty of 50’s entertainment! James Dean look-alike contest, dance contest, carnival rides and lots of fun along Main Street in the heart of James Dean’s hometown of…
At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend. Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy. Memorial service…
Sponsored by the Fairmount Historical Museum annually, this event includes a huge car show featuring 50’s classic and custom autos. Parade of Neon, special guests, swap meet, and plenty of 50’s entertainment! James Dean look-alike contest, 50’s dance contest, Lasso Contest, 5k walk, Pet Parade, Grand Parade, live music,and showings of Dean’s three films.
Enjoy a patriotic display of fireworks with us at Playacres Park in Fairmount. Fireworks begin at dusk/dark.
Fabulous classic cars abound at this open car show presented by the 9th Street Gang Car Club. Rain or Shine event. Free entry for spectators. Registration for cars $10 from 9am-noon. Street Rods, Classics, Muscle Cars and special interest cars. $100 Cash Drawing for All Entries. Over 140 Awards, Model Contest. Awards presentation at 3pm. …
Join Dean fans as they celebrate the life and times of this fabled Hollywood actor. Food, fun, games and all the famous Dean hometown sites open all weekend for tours. Details to be announced soon.
Rummage sales galore throughout Fairmount, Indiana. Rain or Shine event. Maps available day of sale at Hometown Express, Horner’s Market, and Village Pantry.
Bargains Galore! Awesome & Unique Vendors – New & used small appliances, furniture, antiques, book author & photographer, collectibles, glassware, lovely crafts, vinyl albums, & vintage items. Browse our shop for everything under the sun. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm.
