🎉 Free Kids’ Fun Included with Your Ticket! 🎟️👧👦
Enjoy Puppet Shows, Train Rides, Story Time, and Balloons at No Extra Cost
At the Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo, we believe in making family memories! Children can enjoy a variety of engaging activities absolutely free with their ticket. Watch their faces light up during our delightful puppet shows, take a train ride through the expo grounds, gather around for enchanting story time, and don’t forget to grab a colorful balloon to take home! Bring the whole family and let the kids explore their creativity and imagination while you enjoy the homesteading experience!
Savor the Flavor
Pulled Pork Stacks at Jackson Ridge School
Join us for a delicious lunch featuring our signature pulled pork stacks! Enjoy large and small plates piled high with tender, locally sourced pulled pork from Gunthorp Farms, complemented by zesty coleslaw, hearty pork and beans, and a variety of fresh ingredients.
It's a meal that embodies the spirit of homesteading and community. Bring your family and indulge in this mouthwatering experience while supporting a great cause!
Welcome to the Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo!
About the Expo
The Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo is back for 2025, bringing together enthusiasts of all levels to learn, connect, and celebrate the joys of self-sufficiency! Whether you're a novice gardener or a seasoned homesteader, our event is packed with practical workshops, inspiring talks, and hands-on demonstrations.
Join us for a day filled with knowledge, community spirit, and the opportunity to explore the many facets of gardening and homesteading. From expert speakers to engaging activities for the whole family, there's something for everyone at this year's expo!
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Who should attend
- Beginning homesteaders looking for guidance
- Experienced farmers seeking new techniques
- Families interested in sustainable living
- Anyone concerned about food quality and security
- Those with limited space wanting to maximize production
- Individuals managing health concerns through nutrition
WHAT YOU'LL FIND
- Expert speakers sharing practical knowledge
- Live demonstrations of essential homesteading skills
- Quality vendors offering tools, supplies, and artisanal products
- Networking opportunities with like-minded individuals
- Solutions for limited space and resources
- Traditional crafts and forgotten knowledge
Keynote Speakers
You'll meet with some of the best, most progressive leaders in the field.
Last Year's Highlights
A Memorable Day at the Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo
Last year's Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo was a resounding success, bringing together homesteaders, gardeners, and families for a day filled with learning and community spirit. Kicking off at 8:30 a.m., attendees were treated to inspiring talks from renowned speakers like Joel Salatin, who captivated the audience with his insights on 'Creating the Farm You Love' and 'Folks, This Ain’t Normal.' The event featured a diverse range of topics, including the benefits of A2A2 milk and the art of fermented foods for digestive vitality. Hands-on demonstrations showcased skills such as chicken butchering, cheese making, and blacksmithing, allowing participants to engage directly with the crafts. With 40 select vendors offering samples and demonstrations, there was something for everyone. Children enjoyed activities like train rides and puppet shows, making it a family-friendly event. Thank you to all who joined us in supporting Jackson Ridge School. We can't wait to see you again this year!
What LAST YEAR'S Attendees SAID
Event Reviews
We were fortunate enough to have a homestead event just five miles from our place with keynote speaker Joel Salatin. It was very informative and great to sit alongside our niece, local friends, and other like-minded people.
Loved it! So cool to have Joel Salatin in our area! It was my 3rd time listening to him live! So wise and informative. 🌱
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Celebrating Our SPONSORS
Get in Touch with Us
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about the Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo, want to learn more about our speakers and demonstrations, or need assistance with ticketing, our team is here to help. Reach out to us via the contact form below, or feel free to visit us at our location in Nappanee, IN. Join us for a day of learning, fun, and community!
