Civic Plaza

Name: Civic Plaza
Address: Elkhart, IN, US

Elkhart, Indiana

This is an open area in downtown Elkhart used for events like the Cinco de Mayo celebration, and Jazz Fest. It's usually where food vendors set up.

Crowd at Civic Plaza during Cinco de Mayo in downtown Elkhart with food tents and string lights at dusk

Address

350 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516

Phone

574-522-5272

Hours

Open 24 hours as a public space
Event hours vary

Admission

Free to enter
Some events may charge admission

Parking

Public parking lot next to the plaza
Street parking available for larger events

Events

Civic Plaza is used year-round for downtown events, markets, food vendors, and live music.

Major events include the Cinco de Mayo celebration, Elkhart Jazz Festival, along with seasonal festivals and community gatherings.

A wide view of the civic plaza with a tall clock tower, empty during the day.

This page was last updated on

Jul 9, 2026

About the author

Corky Lorenz is an independent publisher and photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana. She documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday life across Indiana and the Midwest through original photography and practical visitor information.