Upcoming Events
December Holiday Concert
Historic Music. Holiday Magic. Community Joy.
Join us for a heartwarming holiday tradition at Thomas Duncan Hall.
The Voyageur Ancient Fife and Drum Corps will be joined by the Tippecanoe Ancient Fife and Drum Corps and talented students from the Montessori School of Greater Lafayette for a festive evening of music, history, and community spirit.
Step back in time with the stirring sounds of fifes and drums, blended with holiday favorites that celebrate the season. This concert brings together generations of musicians and invites all ages to share in the joy of historic music and holiday cheer.
Free and Open to the Public
Doors Open at 3:00pm
New Member Meet and Great
Come meet current members and instructors of the Voyageur Ancient Fife and Drum Corps. See the instruments up close, learn about our rehearsal schedule, and find out how you can become part of our musical community.
What to Expect
Welcome & Introductions – Meet the corps directors, instructors, and current Voyageurs.
Live Demonstration – Hear the fifes and drums perform and learn about the music we play.
Try It Out! – Get hands-on with a practice fife or drum and see what it’s like to play.
Uniform & History Showcase – Learn about the historical inspiration behind our uniforms and performances.
Q&A Session – Ask anything! We’ll cover time commitment, travel, uniforms, and how to join.
Snacks & Community Time – Mingle with other families and enjoy light refreshments.
Delphi Opera House Fundraiser
Join us for an evening of music, history, and community spirit at the Historic Delphi Opera House!
Enjoy a sneak peek at the Voyageurs’ new season show and help support our mission to keep early American music alive.
Your support makes it possible for our young musicians to share the spirit and history of fifes and drums with audiences across the country.
This event helps the Voyageurs raise funds for their upcoming journey to Boston, MA, where they’ll proudly represent our community as part of America 250 celebrations.
Feast of the Hunters’ Moon
The Feast of the Hunters’ Moon is a re-creation of the annual fall gathering of the French and Native Americans which took place at Fort Ouiatenon, a fur-trading outpost in the mid – 1700s.
Mississininewa 1812
The largest War of 1812 event in the U.S. A historical reenactment in commemoration.
More details on the website here.
Johnny Appleseed Festival
Celebrating the Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival — acknowledging the life and times of John Chapman (aka Johnny Appleseed)!
Oxford Farmers Market
A few members of the Voyageurs Ancient Fife and Drum Corps will be bringing the sound of history to the Oxford Farmers Market!
Join us for an afternoon of music, community, and local flavor! This special pop-up performance will feature traditional 18th-century tunes played on historic fifes and drums, offering a glimpse into the sounds of early America. Perfect for families, history lovers, and anyone who enjoys live music in a vibrant, small-town setting.
Come support your local farmers, enjoy some great food, and experience living history through music!
The Voyageurs Ancient Fife and Drum Corps is proud to share stories of the past through performance, connecting generations through the power of sound.
Vintage 1864 Baseball Game: A Bicentennial Celebration Event
Vintage 1864 Baseball Game: A Bicentennial Celebration
Join members of the Voyageurs Ancient Fife and Drum Corps as they bring the sound of the 18th century to life during a special performance at the Vintage 1864 Baseball Game — part of Lafayette’s Bicentennial Celebration!
Enjoy a nostalgic afternoon at The Farm at Prophetstown with traditional baseball, period costumes, and the stirring sounds of fife and drum echoing across the fields. Step back in time and celebrate history in motion!
This is a family-friendly event and a great opportunity to explore local heritage, music, and fun. Don’t miss it!
https://prophetstown.org/event/vintage-1864-baseball-game/
RiverFest Voyageur Landing
Join the fun at Wabash Riverfest, a free and family-friendly event focused on nature and conservation.
America 250
Commemorating 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Explore Indiana's role in the nation’s history!
The Colonial Fair: Indianapolis
The Colonial Fair is a family-friendly, interactive cultural event aimed at entertaining and educating the public about life in the American colonies in the late 18th century.
VAFDC Spaghetti Dinner hosted by 40 & 8 Lafayette
Twirl Your Fork for a Cause! Join Us April 1, 6-7:30 PM hosted by 40 and 8, 1421 N Creasy St., Lafayette, IN – Delicious Spaghetti, Great Company, and 100% of Proceeds Benefit the Voyageur Fife and Drum Corps!
You can find out more about 40&8 Lafayette events here
New Member Callout
Join us for the Voyageur Ancient Fife & Drum Corps 2025 New Member Callout!