Welcome to Michigan City LaPorte Visit Michigan City LaPorte
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Welcome to Michigan City LaPorte Visit Michigan City LaPorte
FALL & WINTER 2015 Calendar of Events LAPORTE COUNTY NORTHERN INDIANA VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER • NOVEMBER • DECEMBER 1 www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com Welcome to Michigan City LaPorte We’re glad you’re here… Visit Michigan City LaPorte LaPorte County Convention & Visitors Bureau Marquette Mall, 4073 S. Franklin Street Michigan City, IN 46360 800.634.2650 | VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 2 800.634.2650 Ongoing Wine Tasting Ongoing Shady Creek Winery 2030 Tryon Rd, Michigan City, IN Visit Shady Creek Winery and enjoy wine tasting, and then relax in our beautiful tasting room, on the patio, or by the pond. Enhance your visit with great cheeses, flatbreads, and chocolate pairings. 11am-6pm. Tasting Fee $5 person for parties of less than 8 Contact: J enny Fisher, 219.874.9463 shadycreekwinery.com LaPorte Farmers Market Saturdays through Oct Downtown, LaPorte, IN Purchase locally produced vegetables and meats, crafts and other hand-made items from local artisans and delicious and healthy edibles made in local kitchens. 8am-1pm Contact: Market Manager, 219.448.1674 cityoflaporte.com/245/Farmers-Market Michigan City Farmers Market Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct Uptown Arts District 8th & Washington Sts, Michigan City, IN Join us this season and pick up produce and local products from our small family farmers and artisans while attending this season’s scheduled performers, chef demos and workshops. Items are sourced locally within 100 miles of the market. Sat: 8am-1pm, Wed: 3pm-7pm Contact: 507.400.2787 www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com michigancityfarmersmarket.com 3 Everything Looks Perfect from Far Away Through 9/26 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Everything Looks Perfect From Far Away will feature sculptures, paintings, prints and large scale drawings by Lora Fosberg. 10am-6pm, $3 Contact: Angie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org Rooted Through 9/26 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Rooted will feature paper arts utilizing indigenous plants and materials by Andrea Peterson. 10am-6pm, $3 Contact: A ngie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org Wine, Dine, Play and Stay Through 10/31 Serenity Springs, Shady Creek Winery, Spire, Legacy Hills Golf Club 5888 N US Hwy 35, LaPorte, IN Golf Package! Tee off to a romantic stay... Wed-Sat/ through Oct. Wine, Dine, Play, Stay $399/per couple. Contact: Serenity Springs, 219.861.0000 serenity-springs.com 4 800.634.2650 September 59th Annual Hesston Steam & Power Show 2015 9/4 - 9/7 Hesston Steam Museum 1201 E 1000 N, LaPorte, IN Four BIG days including steam train rides on 3 railroads, steam tractor demos, operating steampowered saw mill and steam crane, functioning steam-powered electric generating plant, county fair style food stands, Labor Day Flea Market and more. 10am-5pm, Admission $5 adults; children under 12 free Train Fares $5 adults; $3 children 12 & under Contact: 219.778.2783 hesston.org First Friday Art Walk 9/4 Uptown Arts District 11th & Franklin St to the Lake Michigan City, IN Discover the art of the Uptown Arts District in downtown Michigan City. Enjoy the many businesses and art galleries hosting art and refreshments. An experience like no other. 5-8pm Contact: Michigan City Mainstreet Association, 219.561.6991 uptownartsdistrict.org www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 5 Labor Day Sidewalk Sale 9/4 - 9/7 Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets 601 Wabash St, Michigan City, IN Discover exceptional brands at extraordinary savings during our Labor Day Sidewalk Sale. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm Contact: 219.874.2915 premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace Labor Dayz 9/4 - 9/7 Washington Park, Michigan City, IN The Michigan City Summer Festival is bringing 4 days of fun to the community with Labor Dayz Festival in Washington Park. Get ready for rides, music, food, arts, crafts and plenty of entertainment for the entire family over Labor Day Weekend. Contact: Joe Doyle, 219.874.8213 mcsummerfest.org “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” 9/4 - 9/27 9/4 Opening 5-8pm Southern Shore Art Association Gallery 724 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN An exhibition of artworks of the vehicles that move us from here to where we want to be and the roads that get us there. Noon-5pm Contact: Anneke Dekker, 219.369.9028 southernshoreartassociation.com September First Friday 9/4 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Join us for lite bites and refreshments during September’s First Friday from 5-8pm (CDT). ngie Carlson, 219.874.4900 Contact: A lubeznikcenter.org 6 800.634.2650 Harvest Gathering at Fawn Run Farm Mercantile 9/5 - 9/6 Fawn Run Farm, 3883 E 700 N, Rolling Prairie, IN Pumpkins and scarecrows and more- oh, my! Come on out to the farm and gather up seasonal decorating goodies for your home and garden. 10am-4pm Contact: Marcy Dailey, 219.778.2809 fawnrunfarmprimitives.com 9 - 11 Memorial Service 9/11 Ivy Tech Community College Pejic Campus 3714 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Representatives from the Guardian Riders, JROTC, Skwiat American Legion Post 451 along with Ivy Tech Pejic Campus President, Rick Soria and Michigan City Fire Chief Randy Novak commemorate this time in history. 9:30am Contact: Sophie Koss, 219.879.9137 1/2 Way to St. Patrick Day 9/12 Ryan’s Irish Pub, 401 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Celebrating 1/2 way to St. Patrick Day because it’s too fun to celebrate once a year. Corn beef, cabbage and bag pipers. Noon-10pm Contact: Johnny Stimley, 219.229.1567 www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 7 10th Anniversary Hoosier Star of Stars! 9/12 LaPorte Civic Auditorium 1001 Ridge St, LaPorte, IN The LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra will be presenting our 10th Anniversary of Hoosier Star! This year, we will be bringing back the winners from the previous years to compete against each other for the “Star of Stars” title. 7pm, $10 adults; $5 students under 12 for balcony seats Contact: T im King, 219.362.9020 hoosierstar.com Door Village Harvest Festival 9/12 - 9/13 Scipio Township Park 3501 W Joliet Rd, LaPorte, IN The Door Village Harvest Festival offers something for everyone! Highlights include the antique car and tractor show, historical wagon tours, living cemetery tour, Civil War encampment, 1832 pioneer settler’s camp, Indian camp, wood carving, quilting, pioneer children’s activities, arts and crafts booths, a country bake shop and a great variety of musical entertainment including Cripple Creek. Contact: John Winter, 219.362.4315 Garwood Apple Fest 9/12 - 9/13 Garwood Orchard 5911 W 50 S, LaPorte, IN Arts, crafts, live music, u-pick apples and pumpkins, horse and tractor drawn wagon rides, full bakery and Garwood grill concession stand. Contact: 219.362.4385 appleupick.com 8 800.634.2650 Dunebrook’s Dragon Boat Races 9/12 Stone Lake Beach, Grangemouth Rd LaPorte, IN Exciting, adrenaline-pumping Dragon Boat racing on beautiful Stone Lake in LaPorte. All day event showcases racing of competitive, corporate and community teams, child activities and food vendors. Contact: Pamela Henderson, 219.874.0007 dunebrook.org Hoosier Farm Day 9/12 Washington Park Zoo 115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN Have fun down on the farm at the Washington Park Zoo. Learn about agriculture and animals with demonstrations, special booths and activities about farm life. 11am-2pm Contact: S hawne Sheldon, 219.873.1510 michigancityparks.com/index.php/zoo-home Grandparent’s Day at Washington Park Zoo 9/13 Washington Park Zoo 115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN Spend a special day making memories that will last a lifetime. The Washington Park Zoo will offer free admission for all grandparents on Grandparent’s Day with a paid child admission. 10am-3pm Contact: Shawne Sheldon, 219.873.1510 michigancityparks.com/index.php/zoo-home www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 9 Polish Fest 9/13 International Friendship Gardens 2055 E US Hwy 12, Michigan City, IN Celebrate Polish Day at Friendship Gardens. You can enjoy music, dancing, food, drinks and crafts. Come celebrate with us! 11am-5pm Contact: 219.878.9885 friendshipgardens.org Third Thursday: Yoga for Kids 9/17 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Join us for Third Thursdays at LCA. This month’s event features yoga for kids. 5-7pm Contact: Angie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org/Special_Events/events. html 17th Annual Sunflower Fair 9/19 Downtown Michigan Ave, LaPorte, IN The celebration of Fall and full grown sunflowers begins at 8am with a 5K Fun Run and Health Walk, over 100 arts, crafts and nonprofit vendors, the Rumely Art Show and much more. The fair also features live entertainment, community nonprofit food vendors, kid rides, a classic car show, rib cook off and sunflower contests, taking place all along Michigan Ave and Lincolnway in historic downtown LaPorte. 8am-4pm Contact: Thaddeus Cutler, 219.362.3178 sunflowerfair.com 10 800.634.2650 Sunflower Fair Car Show 9/19 Michigan Ave, LaPorte, IN Show your old car and be eligible for door prize drawings and trophies. 9:30am-3pm Contact: Mary Hedge, 219.362.6316 The Beginning of the End - Paintball Scenario 9/19 - 9/20 Sherwood Forest Paintball 3497 N US Hwy 35, LaPorte, IN Sherwood Forest Paintball’s 25th anniversary 24 hr paintball scenario game. Something for everyone, beginners, intermediate to advanced players welcomed. Noon-11:45am, $75 Contact: K athy Love, 219.325.8060 sherwoodpaintball.com/ 22nd Annual Tower Run 9/20 Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN The Tower Run is a unique and challenging 8K Run or 5K Fitness Walk showcasing the beautiful lakeshore, parks and beach communities of Michigan City. 9am Contact: Michael Sewell, 219.229.2000 toweronline.org/run www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 11 READ LaPorte County, Inc. Scrabble Tournament 9/24 Best Western Plus LaPorte Hotel & Conference Center, 444 Pine Lake Ave, LaPorte, IN Two-person teams compete for prizes and bragging rights in our annual Scrabble Tournament. Attendees will enjoy delicious appetizers and a cash bar. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the first round of play starts at 7pm. $25 until Sept 10th; $30 after that date Contact: READ LaPorte County, Inc, 219.325.0875 readlaportecounty.org Wanatah Scarecrow Festival 9/25 - 9/27 Scarecrow Square US Hwys 30 & 421, Wanatah, IN 21st Annual Wanatah Scarecrow Festival features arts and crafts, children’s rides, pork chop dinner, fish fry, pancake breakfast, parade, scarecrow sculpting, fun runs for kids and adults, music, variety acts, car show, bingo and more. Contact: Kelli Scurlock scarecrowfest.org Adult Tricycle Racing 9/26 Ryan’s Irish Pub 401 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Race adult tricycle. 2 people relay teams for charity. Contact: Johnny Stimley, 219.872.0361 12 800.634.2650 Johnny Cash and June Carter Dinner Show 9/26 Etropal Restaurant & Lounge 701 Lincolnway, LaPorte, IN Join us for a fun-filled evening featuring a Johnny Cash and June Carter Dinner Show. RSVP required. 7pm, $40 Contact: Dean White, 219.575.7261 etropalrestaurant.com Pioneer Days 9/26 - 9/27 Creek Ridge County Park 7943 W 400 N, Michigan City, IN Step into the past at LaPorte County Parks’ 24th annual Pioneer Days! Experience wagon rides, outdoor cooking, crafts, food and more. Visit with historically clad vendors and try activities that are both fun and educational. 10am-5pm, $2 adults; $1 children and seniors; 4 and under free Contact: LaPorte County Parks, 219.325.8315 laportecountyparks.org/programs.html Wanatah Scarecrow Festival Car Show 9/27 Wanatah, IN Show your old car and be eligible for door prize drawings and trophies. 8am-3pm Contact: Mary Hedge, 219.362.6316 scarecrowfest.org www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 13 October Premium Outlets Pink Event 10/1 - 10/31 Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets 601 Wabash St, Michigan City, IN During the month of Oct shoppers can make a donation to Susan G. Komen and enjoy special discounts from select stores. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm Contact: Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 219.874.2915 premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace Fiber Art Exhibit 10/2 - 11/1 10/2 Opening 5-8pm Southern Shore Art Association Gallery 724 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Exhibit of works consisting of fiber, fabric or yarn and/ or other components, prioritizing aesthetic value over utility. Noon-5pm Contact: Anneke Dekker, 219.369.9028 southernshoreartassociation.com First Friday Art Walk 10/2 Uptown Arts District 11th & Franklin St to the Lake, Michigan City, IN Discover the art of the Uptown Arts District in downtown Michigan City. Enjoy the many businesses and art galleries hosting art and refreshments. An experience like no other. 5-8pm Contact: Michigan City Mainstreet Association, 219.561.6991 uptownartsdistrict.org 14 800.634.2650 October First Friday 10/2 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Join us for the opening reception for our newest exhibits during October’s First Friday from 5-8pm (CDT). Lite bites and refreshments will be served. Contact: Angie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org Once Upon A Mattress 10/2-10/4, 10/9-10/11 & 10/16-10/18 Footlight Theatre 1705 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN After seeing the musical “Once Upon a Mattress,” chances are you’ll never look at fairy tales the same way again. Thurs-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm, $15 or 2 for $25 adults; $10 children 12 & under; Group discounts available licia Ebaugh, 219.874.4035 Contact: A footlightplayers.org Westville Pumpkin Festival 10/2 - 10/4 Prairie Meadow Park Intersection of US Hwy 6 & 421, Westville, IN A celebration of the pumpkin harvest in true Midwestern style. A family event. Come and enjoy pumpkin pie along with food and craft booths, tractor pull, parade, 3 on 3 tourney, car show, run/walk and live entertainment. Contact: Jenny McBride, 219.879.8280 www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 15 2nd Annual UMW Fall Arts & Crafts Show 10/3 Beacon Hills Banquet Center 282 W Johnson Rd, LaPorte, IN Annual Arts & Crafts Show featuring over 40 crafters and artists from Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan who specialize in unique, hand-crafted items. 9am-3pm Contact: Dee DeVincent, 219.393.4093 Walk to End Alzheimer’s 10/3 Washington Park, Michigan City, IN The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. 12:30-3:30pm Contact: Katie Slater, 219.464.9600 Poochapalooza Halloween Dog Social 10/6 Creek Ridge County Park 7943 W 400 N, Michigan City, IN Dress up your dog and join us at Creek Ridge County Park – No leash Bark Park for our Halloween Dog Social! Judging categories will be best homemade costume, scariest, best owner/pet combination and many more. Win prizes. Free - Pre-registration required at least 1 week in advance. 5:45pm Contact: LaPorte County Parks, 219.325.8315 laportecountyparks.org/programs.html 16 800.634.2650 Senior Harvest Ball 10/8 Michigan City Senior Center 2 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN Dance to music provided by Ric Federighi and WIMS. Food will be available, casual or formal attire and celebrity dollar dances. 5:30-8:30pm Contact: Tara Miller, 219.873.1504 emichigancity.com Columbus Day Sale 10/9 - 10/12 Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets 601 Wabash St, Michigan City, IN Discover exceptional brands at extraordinary savings during our Columbus Day Sale. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm Contact: L ighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 219.874.2915 premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace NSA Men’s Slowpitch - Small Ball/ Unlimited HR Tournament 10/10 - 10/11 Kesling Park, LaPorte, IN NSA Men’s Slowpitch - Small Ball/Unlimited HR Paper Only. $200/Team Contact: Jim Kimmel, 765.730.0891 playnsa.com Oktoberfest 10/10 - 10/11 Michigan City Senior Center 2 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN A true Oktoberfest is a celebration of a bountiful harvest and is celebrated with food, drinks, music and dancing. $5 Contact: Joe Doyle, 219.874.8213 mcsummerfest.org www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 17 Fall Fest - Native American Fest at Friendship Gardens 10/11 International Friendship Gardens 2055 US Hwy 12, Michigan City, IN Again this year, Fall Fest will include mini-hayrides throught the woods, a bake sale, guided tours, a plant sale, music, arts and crafts vendors. 11am-4pm Contact: 219.878.9885 friendshipgardens.org “Sip and Stroll” Serenity Springs 10/11 Serenity Springs 5888 N US Hwy 35, LaPorte, IN Discover Serenity Springs while strolling the grounds and exploring the cabins. During the event, you will also be able to meet and mingle, enjoy live entertainment and sip and sample goodies from local wineries, breweries, restaurants and shops. Over 21 event. 1-6pm Contact: S erenity Springs, 219.861.0000 serenity-springs.com LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra Education Concerts 10/14 LaPorte Civic Auditorium 1001 Ridge St, LaPorte, IN Education concerts primarily for school age students but open to adults as well. “Science Through Art Earth, Moon and Planets” with guest Dr. Jose Salgado from the Adler Planetarium. 9:30am; 11:10am; 12:45pm $1 Contact: Tim King, 219.362.9020 lcso.net 18 800.634.2650 Hesston Ghost Train Last 2 weekends in Oct Hesston Steam Museum 1201 E 1000 N, LaPorte, IN Take a terror-ific ride through the haunted woods aboard the Flying Dutchman Railroad. This is a trip that you won’t soon forget as your train is haunted by many ghoulish creatures. Watch out for the Mad Lumber-Jack that haunts these woods! The Ghost Train is frightening fun for everyone! Noon-5pm, Train fares $5 adults; $3 kids 12 & under Contact: 219.778.2783 hesston.org Ryan’s Haunted House 10/23, 10/24 & 10/31 Ryan’s Irish Pub 401 Franklin St, 2nd Floor, Michigan City, IN Haunted House for all ages. 6-8pm, $3 per person Contact: Johnny Stimley, 219.229.1567 Boo at the Zoo 10/24 Washington Park Zoo 115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN A safe trick or treating experience for your ghost and goblins! Area businesses sponsor booths along the decorated zoo paths and hand out candy to the kids. Contact: Shawne Sheldon, 219.873.1510 michigancityparks.com/index.php/zoo-home www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 19 Flame & Flair Uptown Halloween Festival 10/24 Uptown Arts District Franklin from 4th - 10th Sts, Michigan City, IN Enjoy the Uptown Arts District for a Halloween event like no other with downtown trick or treating with the businesses, live firedancers, a Thriller Street Dance, bed races and a haunted house! 5-10pm Contact: Michigan City Mainstreet, 219.561.6991 uptownartsdistrict.org Murder Mystery Dinner 10/29 Ryan’s Irish Pub, 401 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Performed by the Murder Mystery Co. of Grand Rapids. 7-9pm Contact: Johnny Stimley, 219.229.1567 Trivia Challenge 10/29 Michigan City Senior Center 2 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN Gather up to 10 friends to form a team to answer questions. Prizes will be awarded and refreshments will be available for sale. Deadline to sign up it Oct 22nd. 5-8pm, $10 per person Contact: Tara Miller, 219.873.1504 emichigancity.com Mom and Son Dance 10/30 Red Mill County Park, Pat Smith Hall 0185 S Holmesville Rd, LaPorte, IN Come out to Red Mill County Park to enjoy an evening of friendly games, gross and disgusting treasures, night hike (weather dependent), light refreshments and much more. Kids costume contest. Pre-registration 20 800.634.2650 and payment required at least 1 week in advance or until full. 6:30-8:30pm, $15 per couple; $5 for each additional son Contact: L aPorte County Parks, 219.325.8315 laportecountyparks.org/programs.html Halloween Night Festivities 10/31 Ryan’s Irish Pub, 401 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN At Ryan’s Pub, Seances conducted by Psychic Medium in the Haunted Basement. Plus, live music, costume judging contest and balloon drop at midnight. Contact: Johnny Stimley, 219.229.1567 Zoo Closes for Season 10/31 Washington Park Zoo 115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN Zoo closes for the 2015 season. 10am-3pm Contact: Shawne Sheldon, 219.873.1510 michigancityparks.com/index.php/zoo-home November First Friday Art Walk 11/6 Uptown Arts District 11th & Franklin St to the Lake, Michigan City, IN Discover the art of the Uptown Arts District in downtown Michigan City. Enjoy the many businesses and art galleries hosting art and refreshments. An experience like no other. 5-8pm Contact: Michigan City Mainstreet Association, 219.561.6991 uptownartsdistrict.org www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 21 November First Friday 11/6 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Join us for lite bites and refreshments as you explore the current exhibits at LCA during November’s First Friday from 5-8pm (CST). Contact: Angie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org Photography Exhibit 11/6 - 11/29 11/6 Opening 5-8pm Southern Shore Art Association Gallery 724 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN Annual Camera Club Exhibit showing fine art photography. A judge will select a winner for the Paul Dunne award. Noon-5pm Contact: Anneke Dekker, 219.369.9028 southernshoreartassociation.com Wrap It Up Early Sale 11/6 - 11/8 Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets 601 Wabash St, Michigan City, IN Shop early and discover exceptional brands at extraordinary savings. Contact: Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 219.874.2915 premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace 22 800.634.2650 La Pour Brew Fest 11/7 LaPorte Civic Auditorium 1001 Ridge St, LaPorte, IN End of the season craft beer festival celebrating many local and national breweries with great food, beer and music. VIP noon-1pm, $55; General 1-4pm, $35; Designated driver $10 Contact: 219.362.2325 facebook.com/pages/La-POURBrewfest/826646577424504; eventbrite. com/event/16490076262/ Senior Center Turkey Dinner 11/12 Michigan City Senior Center 2 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN Come and enjoy a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings. 4:30pm, $8 per person in advance; $10 at the door Contact: Tara Miller, 219.873.1504 emichigancity.com FANFARE! LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra Opening Night 11/21 LaPorte Civic Auditorium 1001 Ridge St, LaPorte, IN The LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra’s 2015-16 Season Opening Night! Guests include LaPorte County Veterans and the LaPorte High School Orchestra. 7:30pm, $30 table seat; $20 balcony; $18 senior balcony; students admitted for free Contact: Tim King, 219.362.9020 lcso.net www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 23 After-Thanksgiving Weekend Sale featuring Midnight Madness 11/26 - 11/28 Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets 601 Wabash St, Michigan City, IN Enjoy extraordinary savings as the stores open early on Thanksgiving and into Midnight Madness. Thurs 6pm12am; Fri 12am-10pm Contact: Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 219.874.2915 premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace Annual Turkey Walk at Friendship Gardens & Native American Heritage Day 11/26 International Friendship Gardens 2055 US Hwy 12, Michigan City, IN Thanksgiving is about traditions and a local favorite is the Turkey Walk at Friendship Gardens. Donations of canned or packaged food or cat/dog food will be gathered for those in need. Gates open at 10am Thanksgiving morning. 10am-4pm Contact: 219.878.9885 friendshipgardens.org Kris Kringle Blitz 11/28 Downtown, LaPorte, IN A one mile, full-costume fun run to take place before the Santa Parade on Nov 28 in Downtown LaPorte at 10am. Dress up and showcase your own holiday spirit! Registration 10-11am; Race begins 11:15am, 5 & under free; 17 & under $15; adults $20 Contact: Drew Gesse, 219.362.3178 business.lpchamber.com/events/ 24 800.634.2650 Santa Parade 11/28 Downtown, LaPorte, IN Come to Downtown LaPorte on Nov 28 for the Santa Parade! The parade takes place at 12pm and celebrates the holiday season! Afterwards, come to the Chalet to see Santa! Contact: Drew Gesse, 219.362.3178 business.lpchamber.com/events/ December 25th Annual Christmas Walk/Sale 12/4 - 12/6 The Antique Market I94 & US Hwy 421; 3707 N Frontage Rd, Michigan City, IN Walk through beautifully decorated booths while taking advantage of 10% to 30% off most items in the store. Refreshments and door prizes. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm Contact: Kyra Niegos, 219.879.4084 theantiquemarketmc.com www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 25 Dashing Through the Snow 12/4-12/6 & 12/10-12/13 Footlight Theatre 1705 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN If you liked our productions of “Dearly Beloved,” “Christmas Belles,” “Southern Hospitality,” and “Dixie Swim Club,” you’ll love this Jones/Hope/Wooten Christmas comedy. Thurs-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2 pm, $12 or 2 for $20 adults; $10 on Thurs & for children 12 and under; Group discounts available Contact: Alicia Ebaugh, 219.874.4035 footlightplayers.org December First Friday 12/4 Lubeznik Center for the Arts 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City, IN Shop at our annual Holiday Artisan Market to find the perfect gift. Explore the current exhibits at LCA and enjoy lite bites and refreshments during December’s First Friday from 5-8pm (CST). Contact: A ngie Carlson, 219.874.4900 lubeznikcenter.org First Friday Art Walk & Uptown Christmas Bazaar 12/4 Uptown Arts District 11th & Franklin St to the Lake, Michigan City, IN Discover the art of the Uptown Arts District in downtown Michigan City. Enjoy the many businesses and art galleries hosting art and refreshments. An experience like no other. 5-8pm Contact: Michigan City Mainstreet Association, 219.561.6991 uptownartsdistrict.org 26 800.634.2650 “Gift of Art” Arts and Crafts under $200 12/4 - 12/27 12/4 Opening 5-8pm Southern Shore Art Association Gallery 724 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN SSAA’s many talented members are displaying a variety of their original artworks and crafts, all priced under $200. Noon-5pm Contact: Anneke Dekker, 219.369.9028 SouthernShoreArtAssociation.com Candy Cane Express First 2 weekends in Dec Hesston Steam Museum 1201 E 1000 N, LaPorte, IN Celebrate a nostalgic children’s Christmas at the Hesston Steam Museum. Visit Santa in this real railroad caboose and donate a new unwrapped toy at Santa’s Candy Cane Express and receive one free train ride. Noon-5pm, Train fares $5 adults; $3 kids 12 & under Contact: 219.778.2783 hesston.org Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes 12/5 - 12/6 City of LaPorte, IN peplaporte.org www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 27 Festival of Lights 12/5 - 1/10 Washington Park, Michigan City, IN Over five million individual bulbs light up a variety of holiday and traditional displays that are truly a sight to behold! It is the largest free drive-through light exhibit in the Midwest. This has been an annual event for over 20 years at Washington Park. Contact: Michigan City Parks, 219.873.1506 michigancityparks.com Holiday Celebration at Fawn Run Farm Mercantile 12/5 - 12/6 Fawn Run Farm 3883 E 700 N, Rolling Prairie, IN The barn/shop at Fawn Run Farm Mercantile is decked to the rafters with seasonal treasures for this popular sale of hand-crafted folk art, primitive antiques, rustic make-dos, farmhouse furniture and seasonal needfuls. 10am-4pm Contact: Marcy Dailey, 219.778.2809 fawnrunfarmprimitives.com 28 800.634.2650 Pioneer Land Christmas Open House 12/5 - 12/6 LaPorte County Fairgrounds - Pioneer Land Hwy 2 & Zigler Rd, LaPorte, IN Pioneer Land is decorated the way it would have been in the 1840’s. Decorations are hand made and are of the period. All buildings are open. Draft horse wagon rides available depending on weather. 3-8pm Contact: Dick Reel, 219.575.7758 pioneerland.org/ New Year’s Eve Ball 12/31 LaPorte Civic Auditorium 1001 Ridge St, LaPorte, IN Reserve New Year’s Eve with the Greater LaPorte Chamber of Commerce! Enjoy a night of fun at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium from 8pm-1am. $50 Contact: D rew Gesse, 219.362.3178 lpchamber.com www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 29 board meeting You CAN mix business & pleasure Your ONE STOP for business assistance •Business Incentives •Financing Options •Tax Abatements •Site Selection 219-873-1211 www.edcmc.com Economic DEvElopmEnt corporation michigan city RESERVE NEW YEAR’S WITH US CIVIC AUDITORIUM 8 P.M.-1 A.M. CALL 219.362.3178 FOR MORE DETAILS Admission is free and reservations are not required unless otherwise stated. All times are Central Standard Time unless otherwise stated. The LPCCVB is not responsible for the cancellation or date changes of any listed event. All information is listed as submitted by host organizations. www.VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 31 They’re Back! Fireworks Spectacular Coming August 2016 to LaPorte County Fairgrounds Multiple nights of true pyrotechnic artistry by the Pyrotechnic Guild International and the largest series of displays ever presented in the Midwest. Fireworks will be presented in the air and at ground level with grandstand seating. Dates to be announced soon. 800.634.2650 VisitMichiganCityLaPorte.com 32 800.634.2650 Photo Credit: Rikk Flohr