July 2025

SoIN to Passports

This just in: a fresh new set of digital passport posters has dropped! Local artist Carrie Johns designed three new posters for our Scenic SoIN, Inspired SoIN and Stranger Things of SoIN digital passports. Available year-round, these FREE passports are your guide to discovering SoIN’s top scenic, colorful and quirky spots. Each check-in earns you points toward a poster and a grand prize giveaway.


Click the button below to sign up for the free passports today!

Featured Blogs

Monon South Trail Guide

A brand-new section of the Monon South Trail is now open, offering more than 10 miles of scenic adventure from Deam Lake State Recreation Area through Borden to New Pekin. Whether you’re biking, walking or running, this is the perfect way to enjoy Southern Indiana’s natural beauty. Click the button for our guide and recommended stops along the Borden section of the Monon South Trail!

Take it Slow in SoIN

Sip, savor, and saunter through Southern Indiana using our Slowcation blog as your guide. From a cozy stay at Market Street Inn to self-care at Sukhino, there are ways for everyone to unwind in SoIN. Read our blog for an itinerary that will have you feeling relaxed and recharged. 

Summer Things to Do

Whether you're up for a scenic hike at Charlestown State Park or prefer to cool down at a Southern Indiana water park like River Run in New Albany, there's something for everyone this season. Summer is also the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe or savor al fresco dining at local favorites.


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Buckle Up for the Street Rod Nationals


Kentuckiana is revving up for the 56th annual National Street Rod Association Nationals taking place July 31 – August 3 in Louisville, Kentucky – just across the Ohio River from SoIN! The Kentucky Exposition Center will host over 10,000 street rods, customs, muscle cars, special interest vehicles, and more.


Click the button for an insider's guide to the world's largest Street Rod show and book your stay in SoIN today!

Events

Derby Dinner Playhouse’s Children’s Musical Theater presents Matilda the Musical July 2 – August 10. Follow the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. Ticket prices and showtimes vary.

Experience the Louisville Orchestra for free! The Louisville Orchestra's Independence Day Community Concert, Play America, will be held from 6 – 10 p.m. on July 3 at America Place at River Ridge in Jeffersonville. This family-friendly event promises an evening filled with music, food trucks and free fun activities. 

Grab your binoculars for the Falls of the Ohio Summer Bird Hike on July 6! Join naturalist Nick Feltner and explore the park in search of waterfowl and woodland birds. This free program meets on the deck by the interpretive center.

Head to the New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater on July 3 for the Shoreline Independence Day Celebration! This evening of summer fun along the river includes live music from The Rumors and The Crashers, kids activities, local food and drink vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display after dark. 

July’s Jammin in Jeff lineup includes a 4th of July Independence Day Bash featuring 100% Poly. Later in July, catch Top Shelf, Echoes of Pompeii, and The Eagles Project. Each Friday night kicks off at 5 p.m. with a themed Night Market, followed by music at 7 p.m. 

Enjoy FREE live music at the Good Times summer concert series, held on the Central Green in Clarksville. These concerts occur from 6 – 11 p.m. one Saturday a month from May through August. Enjoy music, food trucks and a beer garden hosted by TEN20 Craft Brewery. On July 19, catch The Skinny opening for headliners The Crashers.

Experience three decades of bold, multimedia works in Retro-Active-Vision, a solo exhibition by Scott Scarboro, on display now through October 18 at the Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center. Scarboro’s work includes glitch art, mixed media sculptures and quilts, sound and video-based creations, and in the artist’s words, “offerings to the universe for hope and luck for future conceptions.”

Visit J&B Magic Shop & Theater in New Albany for The Never Not Amazing Show - family matinee from Noon - 1 p.m. on July 12 & 19. This locally owned business is one of the few remaining brick-and-mortar magic shops in the U.S. Tickets for the show are $10 - 12. Everyone has a chance to participate in this fully immersive, family-friendly performance.

The Indiana Reptile Breeders Expo returns to Clarksville on July 20! Don’t miss this exciting event for reptile lovers of all ages. Meet expert vendors, explore the world of exotic pets, and maybe even find your next scaly companion. Whether you're shopping for supplies, looking for advice, or simply enjoying a fun and educational outing, this event has something for everyone in the family.

Sample fine wine, stroll historic downtown Jeffersonville and shop local at Jeff Main Street’s 16th Annual Wine Walk & Shop event on Friday, July 25. Artist Morgan McGill will showcase her work at the Southern Indiana Visitor Center during the event. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of. This is a 21+ event.

Grab your friends and get creative with the Charlestown Paints Summer! Canvas Paint Party from 3 – 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 20 at the Arts & Enrichment Center. Registration is required for this event that is best suited for ages 5 and up. Cost is $20-$25 per person.

Celebrate Schmitt Furniture’s 89th Birthday Bash on Friday, July 11 at the New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater! Enjoy a FREE concert, local food, beer and wine. This year’s performers are JAKJAW, taking the stage at 6 p.m. and the Juice Box Heroes headlining from 8 – 11 p.m.

More to Explore in SoIN

Join the SoIN Fun Trail

Explore 30 handpicked spots that showcase the best of summer in Southern Indiana. The SoIN Fun Trail is your passport to family-friendly fun, featuring exclusive offers, local gems, and chances to win great prizes. Sign up for the free digital passport now and start your SoIN adventure!



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Keep Cool with Indoor Fun

Feeling hot, hot, hot? Beat the heat with some indoor fun! Get your game on at Pickleball Euphoria with a pickleball mixer or put your problem-solving skills to the test at Big 4 Escape. Check out our blog for more ideas!


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Hotels


Feeling spontaneous? Plan a getaway for any reason at all. Check out our hotels. Only a mile from downtown Louisville.

Events


Find things to do in the area whether you’re visiting from out of town or a local who just wants to get out and explore!

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