Calendar of Events

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Calendar of Events

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Calendar of Events
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Indiana Dunes Country
2013 Calendar of Events
All times listed are CST
Find the most
UP-TO-DATE
event information at
JANUARY
Ongoing year-round
Brauer Museum of Art Exhibits
Open Tue-Sun
Valparaiso University Center for the Arts
219-464-5365
1709 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso
valpo.edu/artmuseum/events/index.php
Located on the Valparaiso University campus,
this museum features a variety of exhibits
throughout the year.
First Thursdays, year-round
Eat Up Wine Down—First Thursdays
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
$5 food and drink specials at Valpo Dining
restaurants the first Thursday of every month.
Free admission
Wednesday, Jan. 2-Thursday, Feb. 28
Senior Art Exhibit
All-day event
Portage Public Library
219-763-1508
2665 Irving Street, Portage
pcpls.lib.in.us
Open to all ages; featuring local artists
aged 55 and up.
First Sundays, year-round
Knitting Together
1-5pm
Westchester Township History Museum
700 West Porter Avenue, Chesterton
219-983-9715
wpl.lib.in.us/museum
Knitters gather in the Brown Mansion parlor for
knitting, conversation, and refreshments.
Free admission
Select Tuesdays, year-round
Devour Duneland
Call for times
Participating Duneland restaurants
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
In love with food? You’re in luck - Duneland was
built for foodies.
INDIANADUNES.COM
Wednesday, Jan. 9-Wednesday, Nov. 13
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Sunday, Jan. 13
Northwest Indiana Bridal Expo
Noon-4pm
Porter County Expo Center
219-464-0133
215 East Division Road, Valparaiso
nwibridalexpo.com
#1 bridal show in the region.
Free admission
Friday, Jan. 18-Wednesday, Mar. 13
World Cinema Series
7-10pm
Valparaiso University
219-464-5415
Neils Science Center, Valparaiso
union.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event_
listings.asp
Enjoy films from around the world.
Saturday, Jan. 19
10th Annual Gardening Show
Call for times
219-465-3555
IN-49 at Division Road, Valparaiso
pcgarden.info
A gardening show for gardeners by gardeners,
sponsored by Purdue Extension and its Porter
County Master Gardeners. $10 general admission
Saturday, Jan. 19
Dunes Geocache Adventure
11:30am- 4:30pm
Indiana Dunes State Park and surrounding area
219-926-1952 1600 North 25 East, Chesterton
in.gov/dnr/parklake/2980.htm
Join in the fun on a themed adventure, beginning
and ending at the Indiana Dunes State Park.
$5 Indiana residents, $10 out-of-state residents
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Monday, Jan. 21
2013 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Call for times
219-464-5120
Chapel Drive, Valparaiso
valpo.edu/mlk/index.php
Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith
Youth Core, will be the featured speaker.
Free admission
Friday, Jan. 25-Sunday, Jan. 27
Indiana DNR Winter Eagle Tour
All-day event
219-926-1952
Join the folks at Indiana Dunes State Park and the
Indiana Department of Natural Resources as they
host a unique trip in search of majestic eagles.
$339 per person, please call for details
Saturday, Jan. 26-Sunday, Jan. 27
Boat Show
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Come and explore the selection of boats!
FEBRUARY
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Wednesday, Jan. 2-Thursday, Feb. 28
Senior Art Exhibit
All-day event
Portage Public Library
219-763-1508
2665 Irving Street, Portage
pcpls.lib.in.us
Open to all ages; featuring local artists
aged 55 and up.
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Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
World Cinema Series
7-10pm
219-464-5415
union.universitytickets.com
Brauer Museum of Art
Basketball
October-March - www.valpo.edu
Friday, Feb. 1-Saturday, Feb. 16
American Rex
Call for times
Chicago Street Theatre
219-464-1636
154 West Chicago Street, Valparaiso
chicagostreet.org
Stageplay by Joshua Rollins. Directed by Traci
Brant and Jonni Pera.
$18 general admission, $15 students (21 and
under)/veterans/seniors (62+)
Saturday, Feb. 2
Hebron Winter Fest
Call for times
219 -9 9 6-4641
visithebron.org
One day event that offers activities and
excitement for the kids!
Sunday, Feb. 3-Saturday, Dec. 7
Westchester Township History Museum Exhibits
Call for times
219-983-9715
700 W. Porter Avenue, Chesterton
Series of special exhibits.
Friday, Feb. 8
Encores: Vegas, Baby!
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.org
Back by popular demand! Go all-in for an evening
of casino games, live entertainment, silent auction
and wining and dining.
$25 in advance, $30.00 at door
Saturday, Feb. 9
Hoosier Fight Club
Call for times
219-464-0133
hoosierfightclub.com
Come and see the Fight Club exhibition!
Wednesday, Feb. 13-Wednesday, Dec. 11
Lunchtime Cabaret Series
1-3pm
Memorial Opera House
219-548-9137
104 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso
mohlive.com
This popular afternoon series continues!
Thursday, Feb. 14
South County Love Your Neighborhood BBQ
Cook-off and Pie Baking Contest
Call for times
219-766-3851
birkyfarms.com
Fundraiser to support area initiatives.
Saturday, Feb. 16-Sunday, Feb. 17
Gun and Knife Show
Call for times
219 -942-4514
valpogunshow.com
Children 12 and under FREE with adult.
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Experience live theater at multiple
venues throughout the year.
Friday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Mar. 10
Guys and Dolls
Call for times
219-548-9137
104 East Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso
mohlive.com
Considered by many to be the perfect musical
comedy!
$21 general admission, $18 seniors (55+)/
students/military (with valid ID)
Contact box office for group rates
Saturday, Feb. 23-Sunday, Feb. 24
Sports Expo
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Come and explore the sporting opportunities!
Thursday, Feb. 28
Windiana
7:30-9:30pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Windiana is a professional-level concert band,
based in northwest Indiana.
$12 general admission, $10 seniors (55+), $7
students (with valid ID)
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IndianaDunes.com
MARCH
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
World Cinema Series
7-10pm
219-464-5415
union.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event_
listings.asp
Call for times
219-983-9715
Wednesday, Feb. 13Wednesday, Dec. 11
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Friday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Mar. 10
Guys and Dolls
Call for times
219-548-9137
104 East Indiana Avenue,
Valparaiso
mohlive.com
Considered by many to be the
perfect musical comedy!$21 general
admission, $18 seniors (55+)/students/
military (with valid ID)
Friday, Mar. 1-Sunday, Mar. 17
The Fantasticks
Call for times
4th Street Theater
219-926-7875
125 North Fourth Street, Chesterton
4thstreetncca.org/index.php
A 1960 musical telling an allegorical story.
$18 general admission, $16 seniors
Friday, Mar. 1-Saturday, Mar. 9
The Less Than Human Club
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.org
Plays by teens about issues that matter to them.
Saturday, Mar. 2-Sunday, Mar. 3
MHA Antiques Show / Treasures of the Past
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Annual antique exhibition includes collectibles
dealers and repairs. Come and explore the fun!
General admission $4
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more at IndianaDunes.co
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Hike at Mt. Baldy in the
Indiana Dunes all year round.
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Maple Sugar Time
10am-4pm
Chellberg Farm
219-395-1882
618 North Mineral Springs Road, Porter
nps.gov/indu
Enjoy a sweet taste of spring and learn about the
evolution of maple sugaring from American Indian
methods to the Chellberg family’s sugar shack of
the 1930s.
Sunday, Mar. 3
R-Rides Swap Meet
8am-3pm
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Annual, popular auto swap meet. Don’t miss it!
Friday, Mar. 8-Sunday, Mar. 10
Home & Lifestyle Show
Call for times
219-464-2944
porterco.org
Explore the possibilities for your home!
Saturday, Mar. 16
Leopold Bench Workshop
2-4:30pm
Indiana Dunes State Park and surrounding area
219-926-1952
Join nature enthusiasts this afternoon for a look at
the legacy of famed ecologist Aldo Leopold.
Shipshewana On The Road
9am-6pm
269-979-8888
shipshewanaontheroad.com
Independent vendors offer their products and
merchandise for sale to the general public.
$4 general admission
Saturday, Mar. 23
BDM Auction
Call for times
219-869-8698
auctionzip.com/IN-Auctioneers/42128.html
Local auction event.
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APRIL
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
Enjoy ranger-led activities in the
State and National Parks.
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Monday, Apr. 1-Thursday, Oct. 31
Taltree Railway Garden
10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
450 West 100 North, Valparaiso
taltree.org/around-the-arboretum/gardens/
railway-garden-2/
The Taltree Railway Garden is open from April 1
through October 31 from 8 am to 7 pm, with trains
running from 10 am to 6:30 pm.
Saturday, Apr. 6
Hoosier Fight Club
Call for times
219-464-0133
Saturday, Apr. 6
Lamb & Pig Sale
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Porter County lamb & pig sale.
Saturday, Apr. 6
Northwest Territory RC&D Annual Tree Sale
Call for times
Porter County Fairgrounds
219-464-0133
Division Road & State Road 49, Valparaiso
porterco.org
Annual tree sale is sponsored by Northwest
Territory RC&D. All trees sold are locally grown
and acclimated to this area.
Free admission
Monday, Apr. 8-Wednesday, Apr. 10
Institute of Liturgical Studies
Call for times
Valparaiso University Union and Chapel
219-464-5084
valpo.edu/ils
Theology, music, and praxis related to worship.
Admission varies
Friday, Apr. 12-Saturday, Apr. 27
The Graduate
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.squarespace.com
The Graduate brings the inspired movie hit of the
Sixties vividly to life on stage.
Saturday, Apr. 13
8am-1pm
17th Annual Friends of Indiana Dunes Native
Plant Sale
Indiana Dunes State Park Beach Pavilion
219-926-1952
Join us at the Indiana Dunes for our 17th Annual
Native Plant Sale!
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Saturday, Apr. 13
Times Garage Sale
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Large indoor garage sale. Come and explore!
Monday, Apr. 15-Saturday, Apr. 20
28th Annual VU Jazz Fest
Call for times
219-464-5415
Harre Union Ballroom, Valparaiso
valpo.edu/union/events/jazzfest
Valparaiso University Jazz Fest is the Midwest’s
largest non-competitive jazz event.
Friday, Apr. 19-Sunday, May 5
Gypsy
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Gypsy is a musical with music by Jule Styne,
lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur
Laurents.
Friday, Apr. 19-Sunday, Apr. 21
Spring Book Sale
Call for times
Thomas Library
219-926-7696
200 West Indiana Avenue, Chesterton
wpl.lib.in.us
Semi-annual library book sale.
Saturday, Apr. 20
2013 Northwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration
9am-4pm
219-465-3694
ItMeansTheWorld.org
The annual Northwest Indiana Earth Day
Celebration has become a regional
tradition.
Free admission
Sunday, Apr. 28
Australian Wine Tasting Dinner
6:30pm
219 -465-3753
3158 South State Road 2, Valparaiso
innataberdeen.com
Visit the Inn at Aberdeen for a special
Australian wine tasting dinner.
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MAY
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Enjoy kayaking in one
of the lakes or rivers.
Check out the many car shows and
cruise-ins happening all summer!
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
railway-garden-2/
Friday, Apr. 19-Sunday, May 5
Gypsy
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Gypsy is a musical with music by Jule Styne,
lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur
Laurents.
Wednesdays, May - October
Best Bike Night on the Planet
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
6245 Ameriplex Drive, Portage
quakersteakandlube.com
Food and drink specials, outdoor patio, live
music, weekly themes, bikes and cars.
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Big Bass Bash & Tournament
Saturday, June 29
Thursday, May 2
Little Black Dress Party
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.org
A quirky collaboration of arts and fashion with
runway show by Bargain Barn, appetizers,
cocktails, Project Runway contest and more.
Saturdays, May - October
Chesterton’s European Market
8am-2pm
Broadway & Third Street
219-926-5513
220 Broadway, Chesterton
dunelandchamber.com
Quality shopping and live entertainment within a
festive community experience.
Fridays, May - September
South Point Cruise-In
6-9pm
Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso
219-476-0944
1151 Morthland Drive, Valparaiso
hdvalpo.com
Live music featuring classic rock, country, oldies
and more, beer garden, food, cars and bikes.
Friday, May 10-Saturday, May 18
A Picasso
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.org
Intensely absorbing cat-and-mouse drama about
art, politics, sex, and truth.
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IndianaDunes.com
Friday, May 10
National Public Gardens Day
Call for times
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
taltree.org
Enjoy National Public Gardens day at Taltree
Arboretum!
Saturday, May 11-Sunday, May 12
Art in the Garden
10am-3pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
taltree.org
A two-day event from 10am-3pm on Mother’s
Day weekend that will showcase a variety of local
artists.
Saturday, May 18
Kouts Townwide Garage Sales
All-day event
219 -405-1452
koutsevents.com
Annual town-wide garage sale in Kouts. Nelson’s
Port-a-Pit chicken sale.
Sunday, May 19
Valpo Car Show and Swap Meet
9am-2pm
219-464-0133
Annual Porter County car show with 50 awards,
door prizes, DJ and more! Come out and explore
the possibilities!
Friday, May 24-Saturday, Jun. 8
A View from the Bridge
Call for times
219-464-1636
chicagostreet.org
A classic modern drama sure of itself every step
of the way.
Last Saturdays, May - October
Chesterton Cruise Night
5-9:30pm
Thomas Centennial Park
Second & Broadway, Chesterton
Cars of all kinds—vintage, sport, muscle and
foreign. A night of true family fun!
Sunday, May 26
Valpo Fest
9am-4pm
219-464-0133
valpo-fest.com
Huge motorcycle show, swap meet, live music,
door prizes, trophies, dash plaques, giant food
fest and beer garden!
Friday, May 31-Sunday, Jun. 2
Dunes Glamping Weekend
All-day event
Indiana Dunes State Park
219-926-1952
Come celebrate the art of glamorous camping at
Indiana Dunes State Park with special glamping
events all weekend long.
Friday, May 31-Sunday, Jun. 16
To Kill a Mockingbird
Call for times
4th Street Theater
219-926-7875
125 North Fourth Street, Chesterton
4thstreetncca.org/index.php
Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by
Harper Lee.
$18 general admission, $16 seniors
JUNE
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Movies at the 49er Drive-In
May - October
49erDriveIn.com
Find the most
UP-TO-DATE
event information at
INDIANADUNES.COM
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Knitting Together
First Sunday of every
month
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
taltree.org
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
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IndianaDunes.com
8am-2pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.com
6-9pm
219-476-0944
hdvalpo.com
5-9:30pm
Tuesdays and Saturdays, June-October
Central Park Plaza Market
8am-2pm
Central Park Plaza—Downtown Valparaiso
219-926-8332
valparaisoevents.com
Shop local and buy fresh! Unique vendors,
handmade products, plants and produce direct
from the farm. Tuesdays & Saturdays 8am-2pm
from June through October!
Free admission
Saturday, Jun. 1
Harbor Lights
8-10pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Five seasoned entertainers with unique
performance histories came together ten years
ago to bring you Harbor Lights.
$25 general admission, $19 seniors (55+)/students
(with valid ID)
Saturday, Jun. 1-Sunday, Jun. 2
Hoosier Fight Club
Call for times
219-464-0133
Saturday, Jun. 1-Sunday, Jun. 2
Summer Fling Horse Show
8am-5pm
219-464-0133
horseshowcentral.com
Everything for the horse enthusiast.
Fridays, Jun. 7-Aug. 9
Summer Concerts/Films
Call for times
219-926-7696
Calumet & Broadway, Chesterton
wpl.lib.in.us
Enjoy a concert or film every Friday evening at
Thomas Centennial Park, June 7 - August 9.
Tuesdays, June 11 - July 30
Summer Outdoor Movies
Call for times
Central Park Plaza - Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Watch your favorite movies under the stars at
Central Park Plaza. Movies start at dusk. Bring
your lawn chair or blanket.
Free admission
Thursday, Jun. 13-Monday, Jul. 22
Elite Baseball Tournaments
Call for times
Valparaiso University, Washington Township HS,
Boone Grove HS, and Valparaiso HS
elitebaseballtournaments.com
Elite Baseball Tournaments hosts youth and high
school travel tournaments around the Midwest.
Thursday, Jun. 13-Sunday, Jun. 16
Portage Township Summer Fest
Call for times
Haven Hollow Park
facebook.com/portagetownshipsummerfest
Family-fun festival designed to appeal to all ages.
Free admission
So many festivals in Indiana
Dunes Country feature
scrumptious food and drinks!
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Saturday, Jun. 15-Monday, Jun. 24
2013 AAU Youth District State Track & Field
Championship
Call for times
Chesterton High School
219-983-3730
2125 South 11th Street, Chesterton
Annual track and field championship event.
Saturday, Jun. 15
ARTour
Call for times
Downtown Chesterton
219 -9 26-4711
Broadway, Calumet and Fourth Street, Chesterton
chestertonart.com
One day event in downtown Chesterton featuring
local businesses and artists working indoors or
outdoors.
Saturday, Jun. 15
Singing Sands Star Show
8:30-10:30pm
Indiana Dunes State Park Beach
219-926-1952
Join us for this annual stargazing event complete
with special telescopes and constellation talks on
the beach at Indiana Dunes State Park.
Saturday, Jun. 22
Portage Community Historical Festival
All-day event
Countryside Park
219-762-8349
5250 US Highway 6, Portage
ci.portage.in.us
Celebrating 25th anniversary of the historical
society.
Free admission
Chesterton European Market
Saturdays, May-October
Sunday, June 23
Lakeshore 12-20
Noon-4pm
219-840-0007
lakeshore12-20.org
Family Health/Cancer Awareness Day, featuring
face painting, kite flying, prizes, outdoor exhibits,
and a 5K run/walk in the morning that ends at
the Indiana Dunes State Park, all benefiting the
Foundation for Molecular Medicine.
Saturday, June 29
Big Bass Bash & Tournament
Noon-8pm
Bass Pro Shops, 6425 Daniel Burnham Drive,
Portage
basspro.com
This fun-filled family event is packed with live
bands, music, food and much more. Fishing
tournament participants will launch from
the Portage Marina and the weigh-in will be
conducted as teams arrive to Bass Pro Shops. All
proceeds benefit Warriors First and the Wounded
Warrior Project.
JULY
Ongoing year-round
Open Tue-Sun
219-464-5365
Eat Up Wine Down
Food and drink specials
at Valpo restaurants
the first Thursday
of every month
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219-462-0025
railway-garden-2/
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
8am-2pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.com
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6-9pm
219-476-0944
hdvalpo.com
5-9:30pm
Thursday, Jun. 13-Monday, Jul. 22
Elite Baseball Tournaments
Call for times
Valparaiso University, Washington Township HS,
Boone Grove HS, and Valparaiso HS
elitebaseballtournaments.com
Elite Baseball Tournaments hosts youth and high
school travel tournaments around the Midwest.
Wednesday, Jul. 3
Fireworks on the Lakefront
6pm-midnight
219-926-5513
1600 North 25 East, Chesterton
dunelandchamber.org
Porter County’s largest lakefront fireworks
celebration. Admission varies
8am-2pm
219-926-8332
from the farm.
Free admission
Thursday, Jul. 4
Family 4th Fest
Call for times
Hawthorne Park
219 -617-1742
500 Ackerman Drive, Porter
www.dunebig.com
Family-friendly 4th of July Festival with games for
the kids.
Call for times
219-926-7696
wpl.lib.in.us
Thomas Centennial Park, Jun. 7-Aug. 9.
Thursday, Jul. 4
City of Valparaiso’s 4th of July Blast
6:30-10:30pm
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
219-464-8332
Come on out to celebrate the 4th of July in
Valparaiso style!
Free admission
Tuesdays, June 11 - July 30
Summer Outdoor Movies
Call for times
219-464-8332
valparaisoevents.com/home
Watch your favorite movies under
the stars at Central Park Plaza.
Movies start at dusk. Bring your
lawn chair or blanket.
Free admission
Every trip to
Indiana Dunes Country
should include a stroll
along the beach.
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Corvette & Chevy Show
Saturday, Aug. 10-Sunday, Aug. 11
Wednesday, Jul. 10
42nd Annual Blueberry Social
4-7pm
St. Paul Lutheran Parish Hall
219-766-2395
507 South Rose Avenue, Kouts
stpaullutherankouts.us
You are cordially invited for social time of
fellowship and yummy blueberries for your
tummy. Free admission
Friday, Jul. 12-Saturday, Jul. 27
The Comedy of Errors
Call for times
Location to be determined
219-464-1636 ext. 1
chicagostreet.org
Chicago Street Theatre will once again present
free park performances for families young and
old to enjoy together.
Free admission
Saturday, Jul. 13
16th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest
9am-1pm
219-926-1952
16th annual sand sculpting contest.
Saturday, Jul. 13
Valpo Triathlon
Call for times
valpotri.net
Annual Valparaiso Triathlon!
Thursday, Jul. 18-Saturday, Jul. 27
Porter County Fair
All-day event
219-462-0321
portercountyfair.com
Wide variety of carnival games and rides, food,
livestock, and free entertainment.
$5 admission for ages 12 and up
Wed July 17-Sun July 21
Ohio Valley Regional Baseball Tournament
Chesterton High School
A dozen baseball teams from seven states
converge on Chesterton for an exciting weekend
of baseball, featuring local food vendors and a
lot of fun.
ohiovalley.baberuthonline.com
Saturday, Jul. 13
Bark in the Park
9am-3pm
219-926-6283
DuneBig.com
Enjoy a dog-friendly day in the park!
Free admission
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Tuesday, Jul. 23-Friday, Jul. 26
Northwest Indiana Junior Golf Association
Call for times. Sand Creek Country Club
2001 Sand Creek Drive South, Chesterton
nijga.org Each year the NIJGA serves
approximately 250 kids in junior golf through a
series of rules seminars, clinics and tournaments.
AUGUST
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
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16th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest
Saturday, Jul. 13
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
taltree.org/around-the-arboretum/
gardens/railway-garden-2/
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
8am-2pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.com
6-9pm
219-476-0944
hdvalpo.com
5-9:30pm
Camping in the Dunes
8am-2pm
219-926-8332
from the farm.
Free admission
Call for times
219-926-7696
wpl.lib.in.us
Thomas Centennial Park, Jun. 7-Aug. 9.
Friday, Aug. 2-Satuday, Aug. 3
Watch & Clock Convention
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Convention of watch and clock enthusiasts.
55th Chesterton Art Fair
All-day event
Hawthorne Park
219 -9 26-4711
105 Ackerman, Porter
chestertonart.com
Chesterton Art Fair brings artists from 15 states to
Northwest Indiana.
$5 general admission, free for children
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Corvette & Chevy Show
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Exciting annual show for all car enthusiasts.
Saturday, Aug. 10
Perseid Meteor Stargaze
All-day event
219-926-1952
Join us for this annual shooting star event at
Indiana Dunes State Park that marks the peak of
the Perseid Meteor.
Thursday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 18
The Importance of Being Earnest
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
The Importance of Being Earnest will make you
laugh and warm your heart, all while showing the
necessity of honest living.
Saturday, Aug. 17
Party in the Park
5-10pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.org
Duneland’s back-to-school celebration!
$5 general admission, free for children 5 and under
Aukiki River Festival
Call for times
Baum’s Bridge
219-766-2302
1097 Baums Bridge Road, Kouts
kankakeevalleyhistoricalsociety.org
Hunting, fishing, trapping, dancing, festival
celebrating the harvest and more!
Saturday, Aug. 24
Valpo Night Ride
Call for times
219-464-8332
ci.valparaiso.in.us/index.aspx?nid=325
Returning in 2013 is the award-winning
Valpo Night Ride!
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Saturday, Aug. 24
Kouts Pork Fest
Call for times
Downtown Kouts
219-766-0270
koutsporkfest.com
The Kouts Pork Fest is an annual arts, crafts,
food and entertainment festival. Fun for the whole
family!
Free admission
Friday, Aug. 30
Marrakesh Express: a Crosby, Stills, Nash &
Young Experience
6:30-8:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
taltree.org/?s=Marakesh+Express
Marrakesh Express is the world’s only touring
tribute to international super group Crosby, Stills,
Nash, & Young.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Taste of Duneland
11am-11pm
Thomas Park—Downtown Chesterton
219 -617-1742
DuneBig.com
Taste food from local eateries and non-profit
groups in the Duneland area. Live music, beer,
and wine garden and bounce houses for the kids.
Free admission
SEPTEMBER
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
This popular
afternoon series
continues!
Aukiki River Festival
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10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
railway-garden-2/
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
8am-2pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.com
6-9pm
219-476-0944
hdvalpo.com
5-9:30pm
8am-2pm
219-926-8332
from the farm.
Free admission
Sunday, Sep. 1
Tractor Pull
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Old-fashioned tractor pull. Come out and join the fun!
Friday, Sep. 6-Sunday, Sep. 15
Lucky Stiff
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Lucky Stiff is a zany, offbeat and very funny
murder mystery farce.
Harvest Festival
Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6
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Get up close and
personal at
Broken Wagon
Bison Farm
Tours available
June - September
Brokenwagonbison.com
Saturday, Sep. 7-Sunday, Sep. 8
History Comes Alive Weekend
All-day event
219-926-1952
Join us for special history-themed activities all
weekend long!
$5 Indiana residents, $10 for out-of-state
residents
Saturday, Sep. 7
Lit’l Kernel Puff
8:45am
219 -462-8332
valparaisoevents.com/popcorn festival
Mini race for kids, part of the Popcorn Festival.
Saturday, Sep. 7
Popcorn Panic
7:30-8:30am
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
valparaisoevents.com/popcorn festival
The Popcorn Panic is a five-mile run and fivekilometer (3.2 miles) walk.
$20 by Sep. 3, $30 after Sep.
Saturday, Sep. 7
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
7am-6pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Celebrating its 35th year, the Valparaiso Popcorn
Festival continues to offer family-fun activities for
all ages.
Sunday, Sep. 8
Valpo Dolls Show
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
For the doll enthusiast!
Wednesday, Sep. 11
9/11 Tribute Concert
Call for times
Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy—
Amphitheater
219 -926-1842
2401 Village Point, Chesterton
The Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy is
hosting a free concert on Sept. 11, 2012.
Free admission
Chesterton Wizard of Oz Festival
9am-6pm
Downtown Chesterton
219 -728-1742
OzFestivalChesterton.com
Wizard of Oz Festival in downtown Chesterton,
September 13-15th, 2013
Free admission
Fall Festival Horse Show
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org
Annual fall festival horse show.
Saturday, Sep. 14
Hageman Library Family Films
2-4pm
Hageman Library
219-926-9080
100 Francis Street, Porter
wpl.lib.in.us
Second Saturday of the month, from September
through May. Films are rated G or PG and are
suitable for family viewing.
Free admission
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Saturday, Sep. 14
Lorie’s Lakeside Century
All-day event Liberty Bible Church
219 -531-8049
824 North Calumet Avenue, Chesterton
vnaportercounty.org
28, 38, 62 or 100 mile bike ride on beautiful Lake
Michigan that benefits the programs and services
of the VNA of Porter County. $25 early bird
registration, $30 after August 1,
$35 day of registration
Friday, Sep. 20
Chamber Chili Challenge & Homecoming Tailgate
Party
3-6pm
Duneland Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.org
Duneland’s Homecoming Tailgate Party!
Greek Festival
Call for times
219-464-0133
215 Division Road, Valparaiso
porterco.org
Enjoy food, music, and drinks while sampling a
wide array of delicacies.
25th Annual Celebration of the Arts
Call for times
Schoolhouse Shop of Furnessville
219-926-2136 ext. 200
278 East 1500 North, Chesterton
schoolhouseshop.com
Outdoor multi-media art fair. Established art fair in
a wooded setting. Free admission
“Howl”oween in the Dunes
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Saturday, Sep. 21
Porter County Unplugged
Call for times 219-462-6267
Cornuccopia Coffee Company
210 East Lincolnway, Valparaiso
mhapc.org
Porter County Unplugged open mic competition.
Benefit for Mental Health America of Porter
County. $5 general admission
Fall Harvest Festival and Antique Farm Show
Call for times
Sunset Hill Farm County Park
219-464-7777
775 Meridian Road, Valparaiso
nihpa.org
Farming from the 1900s to the 1960s with farm
equipment demonstrations in a farm setting.
Friday, Sep. 27-Saturday, Sep. 28
Hooked on Art Festival
Call for times
219 -728-1638
hookedonartfestival.com
Features live performance art, acrylics, street
chalk, graffiti and mixed media artists.
Gun and Knife Show
Call for times
219 -942-4514
valpogunshow.com/Pages/default.aspx
Children 12 and under are free with adult.
Saturday, Sep. 28
Valpo Brewfest
1-5pm
219-464-8332
Sample over 125 different styles of beers from
America’s best craft brewers.
$45 general admission, $75 VIP admission
Find more information on
events, attractions and
accommodations at
IndianaDunes.com
OCTOBER
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
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10am-6:30pm
Taltree Arboretum
219 -462-0025
railway-garden-2/
Thursday, Oct. 3-Thursday, Oct. 31
Amhurst Asylum Haunted Attraction
Call for times 888-813-4571
Amhurst Asylum Haunted Attraction
228 South 500 West, Valparaiso
amhurstasylum.com
Prepare to be frightened in this 23,000 square
foot, all-indoor haunted house designed by
two people who have a combined 20 years of
experience in haunted houses and horror movies.
5pm-midnight
Quaker Steak & Lube
219-764-9464
Friday, Oct. 4-Sunday, Oct. 13
Our Town
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Thornton Wilder’s classic about the people of
Grover’s Corners is a perfect return to small town
values. $21 general admission, $18 seniors (55+)/
8am-2pm
219-926-5513
dunelandchamber.com
5-9:30pm
8am-2pm
219-926-8332
from the farm.
Free admission
Tuesday, Oct. 1-Nov. 4
Porter County Antique Show
9am-5pm
219-241-3328 215 Division Drive, Valparaiso
Annual antique show with available appraisals.
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Harvest Festival
Call for times
Woodland Park
219 -762-1675
2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage
ci.portage.in.us
Fine art for sale. Wine, cheese & chocolate
tasting. Live music. Free admission
Saturday, Oct. 5
Hebron Block Party
Noon-7pm
Alyea Park
219 -99 6-4641
West Church Street & West South Street, Hebron
visithebron.org
Festival with live music, food, and games.
Elvis FANtasy Fest
All-day event
Woodland Park Community Center
elvisfantasyfest.com
Elvis weekend benefitting Special Olympics with
tribute artist contest, dance, Elvis memorabilia
and special guest who knew Elvis.
$20-$25 per session
Saturday, Oct. 12
Hebron Elementary Arts & Crafts Fair
9am-3pm
219-942-6336
300 South Main Street, Hebron
32nd Annual Arts & Crafts Fair features more than
125 booth spaces at an indoor show.
Free admission
Century of Progress Homes Tour
Saturday, October 19
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Saturday, Oct. 12
2-4pm
Hageman Library
219-926-9080
wpl.lib.in.us
suitable for family viewing. Free admission
Saturday, Oct. 19
Century of Progress Homes Tour
All-day event
1100 North Mineral Springs Road, Porter
219-395-1882
nps.gov/indu
Join a National Park Service ranger at Indiana
Dunes National Lakeshore for a tour of five
historic homes from the 1933 Chicago World’s
Fair.
Saturday, Oct. 12
Northwest Indiana Storytelling Festival
10:30am-4:30pm
219-926-1952
Visit Indiana Dunes State Park to watch some of
Indiana’s best storytellers weave their magic!
Wednesday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 27
VKC Dog Show
Call for times
219-464-0133
valparaisokennelclub.com
The Valparaiso Kennel Club is a not-for-profit
organization dedicated to the advancement of the
sport of purebred dogs.
Thursday, Oct. 17
Chamber Network Night
Call for times
219-464-0133
valparaisochamber.org
Networking evening for Chamber of Commerce
members.
Fall Book Sale
Call for times
Thomas Library
219-926-7696
200 West Indiana Avenue, Chesterton
wpl.lib.in.us
Semi-annual library book sale.
Thursday, Oct. 24-Saturday, Oct. 26
Haunted Hayride
Call for times
Woodland Park
219 -762-1675
ci.portage.in.us/department/?fDD=8-0
Haunted hayride fun at Woodland Park.
$3 general admission, children under 2 free
Friday, Oct. 25
Fall Harvest Festival
4-6pm
219-464-8332
valparaisoevents.com/home
Wear your spookiest or silliest costume and go
door-to-door in Valparaiso’s downtown to get
some tasty treats.
Free admission
Enjoy dog shows in October and November
and dog-friendly events year-round
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Birdwatching is
a year-round
activity, but the
Sandhill Cranes
in the fall are a
spectacular sight.
“Howl”oween in the Dunes
All-day events
219-926-1952
Join us for a weekend of spooky fun at Indiana
Dunes State Park.
NOVEMBER
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Mad About Mysteries
2-3pm
219-983-9715
wpl.lib.in.us/museum Free admission
Call for times
219-983-9715
1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Tuesday, Oct. 1 - Monday,Nov. 4
Porter County Antique Show
9am-5pm
219 -241-3328
215 Division Drive, Valparaiso
Annual antique show with available appraisals.
Saturday, Nov. 2
BDM Auction
Call for times
219-869-8698
auctionzip.com/IN-Auctioneers/42128.html
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Local auction event.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Hoosier Fight Club
Call for times
219-464-0133
Friday, Nov. 22-Wednesday, Dec. 25
Santa’s Holiday Forest
Call for times
219 -462-1068
95 East 700 North, Valparaiso
santasholidayforest.info
A real Christmas tree—a perfect gift for the whole
family!
Saturday, Nov. 9
Sandhill Crane Field Trip
2pm
219-926-1952
Join the folks at Indiana Dunes State Park on
their annual trip to see the massive migration
of Sandhill Cranes at Jasper Pulaski Fish and
Wildlife Area.
$20 per person, $10 for students under 18
Friday, Nov. 22
Twilight Christmas Parade
3-8:30pm
Historic Downtown Chesterton
219-926-5513 Broadway, Chesterton
dunelandchamber.org
Duneland’s hometown holiday celebration. Free
admission
Saturday, Nov. 9
2-4pm
Hageman Library
219-926-9080
wpl.lib.in.us
Free admission
Saturday, Nov. 16-Sunday, Nov. 17
Holidaze Art and Craft Show
10am-5pm
219 464-9918
porterco.org
160 art and craft vendors from 5 states selling
thousands of beautiful items for your home.
Thursday, Nov. 21
WINDIANA
7:30-9:30pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Windiana is a professionallevel concert band, based in
Northwest Indiana.
$12 general admission,
$10 seniors (55+),
$7 students (with valid ID)
Winter Snow Show
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Saturday,
Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8
Saturday, Nov. 23-Sunday, Nov. 24
Lakeshore Kennel Club
Call for times
219-464-0133
lakeshorekennelclub.com
Annual Lakeshore Kennel Club event.
Friday, Nov. 29-Friday, Dec. 13
Little Women
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Based on Louisa May Alcott’s own family
experiences (and novel).
Contact box office for group rates.
DECEMBER
5-10pm
Downtown Valparaiso
219-464-8332
Free admission
Knitting Together
1-5pm
219-983-9715
Free admission
Devour Duneland
Call for times
219-926-5513
DunelandChamber.com
built for foodies.
Call for times
219-983-9715
Kouts Christmas Open House
Saturday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8
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1-3pm
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Winter Snow Show 2013
Call for times
indianasnowmobilers.com/index.html
Winter show featuring wintertime outdoor
activities and equipment.
Friday, Nov. 22-Wednesday, Dec. 25
Call for times
219 -462-1068
95 East 700 North, Valparaiso
santasholidayforest.info
A real Christmas tree—a perfect gift for the whole
family!
Saturday, Dec. 14
2-4pm
Hageman Library
219-926-9080
wpl.lib.in.us
Free admission
Friday, Nov. 29-Friday, Dec. 13
Little Women
Call for times
219-548-9137
mohlive.com
Based on Louisa May Alcott’s own family
experiences (and novel).
Friday, Dec. 6
Holly Days
5-7pm
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in
downtown Valparaiso! Central Park Plaza comes
alive with holiday musical performances on the
Porter Health Amphitheater Stage. Michiana ice
carvers prepare a giant ice sculpture.
Free admission
Kouts Christmas Open House
8:30am-4:30pm
219-766-3791
Townwide, Kouts
koutsevents.com
Homes, churches and business open their doors
to sell handcrafted unique gifts. Free admission
Saturday, Dec. 7
Mistletoe Market
9am-3pm
Westchester Intermediate School
219-926-5513
1050 South Fifth Street, Chesterton
chestertonseuropeanmarket.com
Chesterton’s European Market dresses up for the
holidays!
Free admission
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Saturday, Dec. 14
National Audubon Christmas Bird Count
All-day event
219-926-1952
Join us at Indiana Dunes State Park for our annual
all-day big event for serious birders.
Shipshewana On The Road
9am-6pm
269-979-8888
shipshewanaontheroad.com
Independent vendors offer their products and
merchandise for sale to the general public.
Tuesday, Dec. 24
Christmas Eve Shopping Stroll
10-11am
219-926-1952
You say you have your shopping done? Great!
Join the naturalists for their traditional Christmas
Eve stroll through the dune forests.
Tuesday, Dec. 31
New Years Eve Party
Call for times
219-464-0133
porterco.org/index.php?id=expo
Celebrate the new year at this event!
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
Saturday, Sep. 7
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