Here are just a few of the events and activities going on in the Michiana area this weekend.

Community invited to Tribute Fest at Ironworks Plaza Saturday

Mishawaka Parks and Rec. Department

Mishawaka Parks and Rec. Department invites the community to attend Tribute Fest at Ironworks Plaza, a celebration of community, live music, and good times.

The concert will feature tributes to music legends John Mellencamp, Garth Brooks, and Elton John.

Located at 230 Ironworks Ave, the gates will open at 3 p.m.

Organizers say attendees can expect a great night out with friends and family.

Lineup:

• 4-5:30 p.m. - Small Town – Celebrating the heartland rock of John Mellencamp
• 6-7:30 p.m. - No Fences – A high-energy tribute to Garth Brooks
• 8-9:30 p.m. - Elton Jeff and the Honky Cats – Sing along with the classics of Elton John

The event will also include food trucks along with beer and alcohol vendors.

Admission is $15 per person, and kids 10 and under get in free.

You can purchase tickets ahead of time online.

Families and man's best friend invited to Dogapalooza

Elkhart County Parks and the Humane Society of Elkhart County

Elkhart County Parks and the Humane Society of Elkhart County have partnered to hold Dogapalooza, a festival with food trucks, a 5K Run, One-mile Walk, live music, doggy vendors, dog rescues, and more.

Families are invited to come out to the Red Pines Campfire Area in Ox Bow County Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday to have fun and celebrate man's best friend.

Bring your four-legged companion to enjoy four hours of dog and people-friendly activities, organizers said.

The event is free and for all ages. You can register for the walk or run online.

You can learn more about the event on the official Facebook event page.

Cirque Italia Water Circus comes to University Park Mall

Cirque Italia

Cirque Italia is bringing its Water Circus Gold Unit to University Park Mall for Mother’s Day weekend. 

The circus is described as a European-style featuring acrobatics, hand balancing, contortionists, and more, all performed over a 35,000-gallon water stage.

The event will take place under a white and blue big top tent at 6501 Grape Rd. in Mishawaka in the parking lot next to JCPenney.

The circus schedule is as follows:

• Friday - 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday - 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday - 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Ticket prices range from $15 to $65 with three different pricing levels.

You can purchase tickets online.