Huntington
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Huntington
“Hub City”
Where the Wabash runs through the heartland.
Huntington University goldHuntington University purple
Welcome to Huntington, where the Wabash River runs through town and the courthouse square is the heart of it all. You'll find friendly folks, good food, and plenty of small-town charm.
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The room
One room for everyone around Huntington. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Huntington University Private university campus with a lake and trails.
- Forks of the Wabash Historic park at the confluence of the Wabash and Little rivers.
- J. Edward Roush Lake Reservoir with fishing, boating, and camping.
- Courthouse Square Historic downtown hub with shops and events.
- Wabash River River running through town, popular for fishing and kayaking.
- Huntington County Fairgrounds Home of the county fair and other gatherings.
- Outdoors Fish at J. Edward Roush Lake
- Outdoors Walk the riverfront trail
- With kids Visit the county fair
- With kids Swim and picnic at J. Edward Roush Lake
- Evenings Local taverns
- Evenings County fair concerts
- Locals love Small-town diners
- Locals love Farm stands
Through the year
- Huntington County Fair July Mid-July with livestock, rides, and concerts.
- Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Days September Living history and crafts at the historic site.
- Huntington Farmers Market Summer Weekly market on the courthouse square with local produce and goods.
- Riverfront Summer Concert Series Summer Free concerts along the Wabash River.
- Huntington Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through downtown with lights and floats.
Huntington has a classic Midwest climate with cold winters, hot summers, and pleasant springs and falls. Best: Spring and early fall are ideal for being outside.
Talk like a local
- “The Square”
- The historic downtown area around the courthouse.
- “The Lake”
- J. Edward Roush Lake.
- “The Forks”
- Forks of the Wabash historic site.
Getaways
- Fort Wayne Zoo, museums, and dining.
- Wabash Historic downtown and the Honeywell Center.
- Marion Mississinewa River and Matter Park.
- Warsaw Lakes and the Winona Heritage Trail.
Local flavour
Teams
- Huntington University Foresters NAIA
Also rooting for Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers, Indiana Hoosiers
Eat and drink
- Breaded pork tenderloin sandwich Nick's Kitchen claims to have invented this Indiana classic
- Sugar cream pie Indiana state pie, common in local diners
- Persimmon pudding A Hoosier dessert made from wild persimmons.
Where people go
- Courthouse square Historic center of town, often with a farmers market
- Wabash River Flows through the area, popular for fishing and kayaking
- Small‑town diners Classic American breakfast spots and family restaurants
Heritage and traditions
Huntington is proud of its small-town Hoosier charm, rooted in canal-era history and the natural beauty of the Wabash River, with a strong sense of community and agricultural heritage.
This time of year in Huntington
- Persimmon harvest Fall Fall foraging and pudding making
- Persimmon Festival Fall Celebrates the local persimmon pudding tradition
Say it like a local: “Fair week” — The county fair
Festivals
- Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Days September Reenactments and crafts at historic site
- Huntington County Fair July 4-H exhibits, livestock, and carnival
- Riverfront Summer Concert Series Summer Free outdoor concerts by the Wabash
- Persimmon Festival Fall Celebrates the local persimmon pudding tradition
- Huntington Arts and Crafts Festival Summer Local artisans and handmade goods
- Community Thanksgiving Service November Interdenominational gathering at courthouse square
Landmarks with a story
- Forks of the Wabash Historic Native American and pioneer meeting place
- Huntington County Courthouse Romanesque Revival landmark in courthouse square
- Huntington University Founded 1897, United Brethren in Christ heritage
- Wabash and Erie Canal site Remnants of the canal that shaped the town
- Huntington City Hall Historic building with distinctive clock tower
Food traditions
- Breaded pork tenderloin sandwich Indiana staple, pounded thin and fried
- Sugar cream pie Hoosier classic, simple and sweet
- Persimmon pudding Made from wild persimmons, fall favorite
- Fish fries at local churches Lenten tradition, often with walleye or cod
- Amish-style baked goods Homemade pies and breads from nearby communities
Music and arts
- Community theater Local productions at Huntington University and civic groups
- Quilting Strong tradition, often tied to church and family
A little history
- 1830s Founded as a canal town
- Pre-1800s Forks of the Wabash was a Miami Indian village
- 1897 Huntington University established
- Early 1900s Home of Vice President Thomas R. Marshall
- 1960s Wabash River flood control and Roush Lake created
Rivalries
- Huntington vs. Marion Friendly sports rivalry in the area.
- Huntington vs. Wabash Historic county rivalry.
- Game day Friday night high school football
- Game day Huntington University basketball
- Outdoors Fishing at J. Edward Roush Lake
- Outdoors Walking the riverfront trail
- With kids County fair rides and 4-H animal shows
- With kids Fishing with grandparents at Roush Lake
Midwestern accent with a hint of Hoosier twang; locals say 'pop' for soda and 'crick' for creek.
Only here
- The Forks of the Wabash is where the Wabash and Little River meet.
- Huntington was a stop on the Wabash and Erie Canal.
- The county is known for its persimmon trees and pudding.
- Home to the Huntington County Courthouse with its clock tower.
New here? A few tips
- Get ready for cold, snowy winters and humid summers.
- Try a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich at a local diner.
- Visit the Forks of the Wabash to understand local history.
- Join a community event like the county fair to meet people.
- Learn to say 'pop' for soda and 'crick' for creek.
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Huntington, IN. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.