Fish fries, beer fests and more August food events

Tour of Italian Wines

7-9 p.m. Friday, Harmony Winery, 7350 Village Square Lane, Fishers

Sample wines from six regions of Italy, from north to south. Discover the difference between a Brunello and a Vernaccia, uncover how soil from different regions affects the taste of wine, and learn the origin of Pinot Grigio. Snacks included. $10. Go to www.harmonywinery.com or call (317) 585-9463.

23rd annual Fish Fry

11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Lawrence United Methodist Church, 5200 N. Shadeland Ave.

Chow down on Alaskan Pollock sandwiches, fish-and-fries baskets, hot dogs, coney dogs, bratwursts, baked beans, corn on the cob, mac and cheese, coleslaw and fresh tomatoes and watermelon. For dessert, savor home-baked brownies, cakes and cookies. Dine in or breeze by the drive-through. Go to http://www.lawrenceumc.com or call (317) 546-1724.

Uncork the Uplands: A Celebration of Indiana Wine

4-8 p.m. Saturday, Oliver Winery's Creekbend Vineyard, 7508 N. Woodall Road, Ellettsville

The nine south-central wineries making up the Indiana Upland Wine Trail convene in one location to offer tastings. Nashville, Tenn.'s Art Four Sale provides instrumental tunes. $53.50 (includes tax). Go to http://uncorktheuplands.com.

Summerfest

5 p.m. Saturday, German Park, 8600 S. Meridian St.

Take a quick trip to Germany without leaving the city. Booths sell authentic German foods, beers and wines while Jay Fox and the Bavarian Showtime Band keep you dancing to the oompah music. Kids can blow off summer steam at the park's playground. $4/adults, free/children under 12. Go to germanparkindy.org or call (317) 885-0283.

Hop Your Face

2-11 p.m. Aug. 9, Fountain Square Brewery, 1301 Barth Ave.

The brewery throws its third-annual celebration honoring the release of the Hop Your Face imperial IPA. Food trucks Stumpf Is Trumpf, Groovy Guys Fries and Mac Genie offer eats, and mead/cider fans can purchase from New Day Meadery. Groove to live music and shop for goods by arts and craft vendors. Ages 21 and older. $7. Go to www.fountainsquarebrewery.com or call (317) 493-1410.

Lobsterpalooza

7 p.m. Aug. 9, Basile Opera Center, 4011 N. Pennsylvania St.

Raise money for the Indianapolis Opera while indulging in a traditional Maine lobster boil, served with clam chowder, steamed clams, fresh vegetables and corn on the cob. Cocktails served at 6 p.m. Admission includes dinner, drinks, entertainment and valet parking. $150. Go to www.indyopera.org/lobsterpalooza or call (317) 283-3531.

Chef's Night Off Indy: Mama Tried

5:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 10, Cerulean Restaurant, 339. S. Delaware St.

Three local culinary experts join forces to prepare a three-course dinner plus dessert. The trio of Ed Sawyer (sous chef at Pizzology), Seth Julian (meat monger at Goose the Market) and Matt Stum (sous chef at Plow & Anchor) whip up the meal, while the bar team at Cerulean serve an optional cocktail pairing menu. $55 plus gratuity. Go to www.chefsnightoffindy.com or call (317) 870-1320.

River City Grapes & Hops Fest

4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 16, 5th Street between Main and Columbia streets, Lafayette

Taste Indiana craft beers and wines from Lafayette, Remington, Zionsville, West Baden Springs, Markleville, Peru, Bloomington and Terre Haute at this third annual festival. The Knickerbocker Saloon provides tunes, and food can be purchased from Sovereign Catering. Admission includes a souvenir glass. Proceeds benefit the Tippecanoe County Historical Association. Ages 21 and older. $25 general, $5 designated driver. Go to www.tcha.mus.in.us or call (765) 476-8411.

Clam Bake

7 p.m. Aug. 16, Indianapolis Propylaeum, 1410 N. Delaware St.

A coastal tradition comes to Indy with five varieties of clams, clam chowder, grilled chicken, salads and s'mores cooked over a fire pit. Volleyball games and a Beach Boys cover band round out this summer celebration. $75, plus tax and gratuity. Go to www.thepropylaeum.org or call (317) 638-7881,

India Day

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 17, Monument Circle

Discover authentic Indian cuisine while taking in cultural performances, a fashion show and an 11 a.m. parade. Shop for treasures from vendors, and try your hand at cricket. Free admission. Go to www.facebook.com/pages/India-Association-of-Indianapolis or www.myiai.org.

Dig IN, A Taste of Indiana

Noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 17, White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St.

Foodies look forward to this gourmet afternoon, spotlighting nearly 80 farm-to-fork favorites from more than 40 Hoosier chefs. Ten wineries and 18 breweries will hand out samples and sell beverages by the glass. Local musicians provide the background music, while chefs demonstrate cooking techniques at a demonstration stage. $45. Go to www.digindiana.org or call (317) 363-4625.

Devour Downtown

Restaurant hours vary, Aug. 18-31, Downtown Indianapolis

Return to an old favorite, or branch out to new taste adventures when more than 60 Downtown eateries make dining fun and cost-effective with special three-course, value-priced meals. Go to www.devourdowntown.org or call (317) 673-4211.

Project Foodie: Diners, Drive Ins and Dives

6 p.m. Aug. 19, Greenwood Public Library, 310 S. Meridian St., Greenwood

Join a discussion on favorite road-trip diner foods. This event ties in with the Greenwood branch's Community Read book, "The Ride So Farm," by Lance Oliver. Free. Go to www.greenwoodlibrary.us or call (317) 885-5036.

Swiss Wine Festival

Various times, Aug. 21-24, Paul W. Ogle Riverfront Park, 100 Ferry St., Vevay

Dating back to 1968, this festival centers around the extensive wine-tasting pavilion, but brew drinkers have their own beer garden to enjoy. Three entertainment stages showcase everything from country music to polka. Grape stomps and stone tosses allow guests to get in on the action. Also on hand are antiques, arts and crafts booths and Amish goods. Free admission Aug. 21, $5 adults Aug. 22 and 23, $3 ages 5 to 12, $4 adults Aug. 24, $2 ages 5 to 12. Go to www.swisswinefestival.org or call (812) 427-9463.

Hops & Flip Flops Craft Beer Festival

5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 22, Dallara IndyCar Factory, 1201 Main St., Speedway

Twenty local, regional and national breweries showcase their favorite "hop-centric" brews (along with non-hoppy varieties) at this sampling event. After you sip, enjoy a street fair with live music, food vendors, games and more. Proceeds benefit the Speedway Lions Club. $25 general admission, $10 designated driver. Go to www.daredevilbeer.com.

Gluten Free Food Allergy Fest

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 23 and 24, Indiana State Fairgrounds Expo Hall, 1202 E. 38th St.

If you've gone gluten-free, this is the event for you. Sample a wide variety of gluten-free, allergy-friendly foods, talk to experts in the field of gluten-free living, and explore more than 100 exhibitor booths. $15 adult one-day pass, $25 adult two-day pass, $5 child one-day, $7.50 child two-day, under age 5 free. Go to www.glutenfreefoodallergyfest.com.

Ice Cream Social

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 23, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N. Delaware St.

Cool down with a dip of Blue Bell ice cream at this 39th annual event. Admission includes a walk-through tour of the 23rd president's home, where re-enactors bring the leader's legacy to life. Also learn about the grounds' gardens and try a hands-on gardening activity. Kids will love playing croquet with Alice and her friends from Wonderland. $12.50 adults, $7 ages 4-11, free ages 3 and younger. Go to www.presidentbenjaminharrison.org or call (317) 631-1888.

Festiv-Ale

5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 23, Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St.

This "Wine and Stein Celebration" benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation offers samples of more than 100 wines and 100 microbrews, along with treats from 20 area restaurants. Two live bands perform, and a silent auction offers opportunities for great takeaways. To add to the fun, Boston Beer hosts a stein-hoisting competition. $65. Go to www.cff.org or call (317) 202-9210.

Indianapolis Labor Fest

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 30, Georgia Street Downtown

Celebrate the holiday weekend with a three-block festival featuring food and beverages, including a beer zone for adults, along with live music. Kids get their own zone with face painting, dance demonstrations, a bounce house, race cars and hands-on activities. Free admission. Go to www.indylaborfest.org or call (317) 638-3455.