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ANGOLA â If there was any reminder of what tourismâs impact on Steuben County was like before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it was the Fourth of July weekend.
Some are saying it was as busy as ever, with thousands of visitors out on Steuben Countyâs lakes, dining in restaurants, shopping and staying at hotels.
Perhaps the biggest indicator of a huge holiday weekend was Pokagon State Park where it was estimated some 15,000 people visited from Friday through Monday, based on gate fees and park pass use. Thatâs the maximum social carrying capacity at the park, said June Julien, executive director of the Steuben County Tourism Bureau.
You can almost smell the popcorn, taste the ice cream, the greasy but good fair food and hear the crack and screech of fireworks.
Many area festivals and fairs are slated to return in 2021 after COVID-19 wiped out most events a year ago.
âThings are definitely happening in LaGrange County,â said Phyllis Youga, executive director of the LaGrange County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Shipshewanaâs MayFest went off well, with some new events planned and returning events forthcoming.
âWe are seeing a great response,â Youga said. âWe are very pleased with the recovery.â The popular flea market in Shipshewana resumed in May at 85% capacity. Businesses sheâs talked to are also happy with the rebound.
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There are multiple ways to celebrate the Fourth of July this week and next in Steuben County.
Whether attending a concert or performance, looking for a good fireworks display or trying to catch a parade, thereâs something going on throughout the weekend to enjoy.
Patriotic Pops
Gather today on the lawn at the Potawatomi Inn lawn at Pokagon State Park, 6 Lane 100A Lake James, Angola, for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Patriotic Pops concert at 7:30 p.m.
The annual performance, sponsored by the Steel Dynamics Foundation, is free to the public, but park entrance fees do apply. Entrance fees are $7 for Indiana resident vehicles and $9 for non-residents.