Historic Bethel German Colony

02/24/2026

The Historic Bethel German Colony annual meeting will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026, 4:00pm at the Fest Hall Restaurant in Bethel. The agenda is shown below. We welcome current and prospective members—come learn more about Colony preservation and promotion efforts! Members who have fully paid their dues are eligible to vote at the meeting; payable to the Secretary on March 1st, or use the following link to become a supporting member. http://historicbethel.org/support/

02/19/2026

Mark your calendars for these events in Historic Bethel for 2026!

01/27/2026

A reminder to save the date for the 2026 Bethel Youth Fiddle Camp! Message us if you'd like more information, or follow the Bethel Fiddle Camps page.

Mark your calendars for 2026!

msotfa.com/bethelfiddlecamps for updates.

12/24/2025

12/13/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out for our annual Christmas in Bethel celebration on December 7th! Bethel has a rich history, and your ongoing support helps keep historic Bethel a special place to visit.

12/13/2025

12/07/2025

The sun is out! Cold but beautiful day in Bethel. Still a few hours of vendors and food, then vespers at the Methodist Church at 5, soup & sandwiches at the Fest Hall after that. Join us!

12/07/2025

Stop at the Food Stand today for goodies!

12/07/2025

Vendor barn is toasty. Come and shop for Christmas! Even get your presents wrapped.

12/01/2025

Invite a friend to meet you at the annual Christmas in Bethel celebration on Sunday, December 7th!

🍽 Enjoy historic Bethel with lunch, Christmas cookies and drinking custard at the Fest Hall Restaurant.
🎅 Bring the kids to see Santa and Mrs. Claus
🎁 Browse the barn full of vendors to find unique gifts from local crafters and small businesses.
☕Enjoy funnel cake fries, deep fried oreos, hot cocoa or cider, chili, candied pecans, and other treats from the Colony Foodstand.
🎼 Live music by Bethel Christian bell choir and Heartland ensemble.
🥧Visit the Bethel Bakery, the Candy Kitchen and Decades Olde.
👀Take a guided tour to see some of the historic homes, browse through the Museum.
🎄Join us at 5pm for vespers at the Church and a candlelight walk to the Gazebo for the lighting of Bethel, followed by soup and sandwiches at the Fest Hall.

Christmas in Bethel 2025 by Historic Bethel | Oct 26, 2025 | News | 0 comments We hope you’ll plan to join us on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, for the annual Christmas in Bethel celebration. Free admission. . During the communal years, colonists observed many “fete” days such as Easter, Christma...

11/25/2025

This Thanksgiving, we continue to be grateful for the opportunity to serve our local community and travelers. Have a wonderful holiday with your family and friends!