Kids
Amusement Attractions
Thursday 5-9 pm, Friday & Saturday 12-9 pm
East Main Street/Berne Chamber Parking Lot
This years Amusement Attractions will feature:
- Pirate Ship
- Tubs of Fun
- Mechanical Bull
- Quest Obstacle Course
- Giant Obstacle Course
- Bounce House with Slide
You can stay and play as long as you would like with our wristband pass! Pricing information is coming soon. Wristbands are available for pre-sale at the Berne Chamber of Commerce beginning July 24. During the festival visit the information tent near the rides to purchase your wristband.
Amusement attractions would not be possible without the help of our sponsors: Farmers & Merchants State Bank, Monfort Family McDonald’s of Berne, Commonwealth Engineers, NIPSCO, and Porter Family Foundation. Thank you for supporting outdoor fun for kids, and for helping us make the cost as reasonable as possible to bless families in the community!
Swiss Days Vendors
Thursday-Saturday
Main Street
Our Vendors offer a variety of entertainment for the kiddos. Be sure to check out the giant water balls near the industrial tent! Our newest addition is PONY RIDES, and face painting!! The South Adams Sports Boosters will also have a dunk tank. And- of course- there is food and sweets for your kids to enjoy till their hearts are content. Every day is a great day at Swiss Days!
Kid Competitions
All weekend long!
Varying
There are so many opportunities for kids to get into the competitive spirit of Swiss Days. Including:
- Little Miss Swiss Days Pageant
- Kids’ Tractor Pull
- First Bank of Berne Swiss Days Race
- Tower Baby Crawl Contest
- 3-on-3 Basketball
- Big Wheels Race
For more information look under the Events > Competition tab.
Hot Air Tethered Ride
Friday & Saturday 6:30-9:30 pm
Corner of 218 and 27 (across from the Clock Tower)
Have you ever wanted to see Berne from high in the sky? Now is your opportunity to do so… in a colorful balloon!! The balloon basket even features a clear door so that littles can safely peak out and see their hometown below and enjoy a ride. The ride costs $15 per person and are operated by Midwest Balloon Rides. Thank you Adams Memorial Hospital for sponsoring this newest, and maybe the most exciting, addition to Swiss Days!
