Countdown to the Touch
Saturday, August 12, 2023 – Spencer Park 9:00am – 9:00pm (CST)
The DeMotte Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Touch of Dutch Festival on the second Saturday in August at Spencer Park in DeMotte, Indiana. This family-fun event boasts 4,000-6,000 visitors and features a parade, a car show, free live entertainment, craft and food vendors, kid’s entertainment, giveaways and so much more!
This event offers free admission and lots off free parking.
Vendor applications are now available. Click on the Vendors tab above and join us for a fun and fabulous day!
If you would like to become a volunteer for the Touch of Dutch, email or call the Chamber at info@demottechamber.org or 219-987-5800 or text 219-405-6840.
Learn more about sponsor benefits and become one today!
In-Kind Sponsors
Application Deadline: August 10, 2023
There are spaces for home-based sellers (i.e. Avon, Scentsy, Pampered Chef, etc.). These are on first come, first serve basis. No duplicate home based vendors will be allowed. However, duplicate homemade crafts and non-food vendors may be allowed. We will accept applications until the venue is filled. Additionally, vendors will be assessed double fees (cash payment only) if we receive your application after the deadline.
We are happy to have your interest in being a vendor at the Touch of Dutch Festival this year. All applications are subject to approval. You will receive confirmation soon after your application has been processed. There are no refunds unless the application is declined by the committee for any reason. There are no rain dates.
Vendor Responsibilities
Overnight Security
Vendor Booth Pricing
If you have any questions, please call or text 219-405-6840
Application Deadline: July 28, 2023 at Noon
It is your responsibility to contact and obtain a Jasper County Health Permit at 219-866-4917.
Note: You may be required to have your trailer inspected at the Jasper County Health Department in Rensselaer, IN prior to the event. Failure to comply with the health department will void your Touch of Dutch application and a refund will NOT be issued. No exceptions.
This will be updated weekly.
New this year! In an effort to get more parade floats, the Parade Judges will be awarding best float.
On Saturday August 12th the Touch of Dutch Parade will commence at 10 am (CST). We are inviting you to participate by submitting your application here.
Week of Parade
Day of Parade, August 12, 2023
If you have any questions, please call or text 219-405-6840.
Parade entry forms are due by Sunday, August 6, 2023. If your entry is received after August 6th, your entry will be put to the back of the parade lineup.
We are in need of many volunteers during the Touch of Dutch! We are seeking volunteers for all of the activities defined below on Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, 2023.
If you are interested in being on the festival planning committee email here.
Vendor assistance
Hours: Friday 3pm-7pm – Saturday 6am-9am
Garbage pick-up
Hours: Saturday 8am-10pm
Parking
Hours: Saturday 8am-4pm
Chamber booth assistance
Hours: Saturday 8am-8pm
Join the volunteer team by signing up for your shift today!
Check back often as we will continue to update and fill all events! Look forward to seeing you on August 12, 2023!
Show Car Registration ($20) – 6am-9am
Free admission to spectators – 9am-2pm
Free admission, free parking
Free concert at the band shell
Free concert at the band shell
Free play at the band shell
Free concert at the band shell
Free concert at the band shell
Free fireworks, sponsored by NIPSCO and Jasper County REMC
The DeMotte Chamber Board of Directors will determine and notify the 2023 Grand Marshal soon and a public announcement will be made once they accept.
Stay tuned for that announcement!
We will see you Saturday, August 12th!
Download or view the official event poster. (coming soon)
Download or view the official car show poster.
See how to get to Spencer Park, the home of the Touch of Dutch Festival! Includes backroads around parade.
Learn more about the Rotary Ramble that takes place the same day as the Touch of Dutch. (coming soon)
DeMotte Chamber
327 N. Halleck St.
DeMotte, IN 46310
(Located in the DeMotte Plaza)
(219) 987-5800
info@demottechamber.org
Monday – 9:00am-1:00pm*
Tuesday – 9:00am-1:00pm*
Wednesday – CLOSED*
Thursday – 9:00am-1:00pm*
Friday – 9:00am-1:00pm*
Saturday/Sunday: CLOSED
(*or call for an appointment)