While April showers may be keeping outdoor activities to a minimum, the new month brings new opportunities for fun in Northern Indiana! Looking for a new hobby? Wanting to stay on top of your health? Hoping to connect with new people? You’ll find it all this weekend!
Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar!
Go Red for Women with the American Heart Association
This Thursday, connect and engage with your heart health at Northwest Indiana’s Go Red for Women event at Avalon Manor! With heart disease being the leading cause of death in the United States, it’s important to stay on top of your heart health. This event will include the opportunity to connect with women throughout the Region while learning the best strategies for leading a longer, healthier life. Learn more here.
Welcome Governor Braun to the Region with the LCEA
The Lake County IN Economic Alliance is giving you a chance to meet Indiana Governor Mike Braun this Thursday at the Halls of St. George! Get to know the Governor in a lively, inviting atmosphere as you enjoy conversation and networking opportunities with some of the Region’s best and brightest. Learn more here.
Celebrate Purdue Northwest’s Alumni Hall of Fame Class of 2025
Purdue University Northwest will be inducting its latest batch of alumni into its Hall of Fame this Thursday at its Hammond Campus. This year, five notable alumni will be welcomed into the Hall of Fame over dinner alongside friends and peers. Tickets are available online. Learn more here.
Putt through the stacks at the Crown Point Community Library
The Crown Point Community Library’s annual mini golf event is returning this weekend. Start the weekend off this Friday with a 21+ event featuring a cash bar and light refreshments before returning on Saturday for an 18-hole course through the library! Those who can’t do the crowds and noise of the traditional event can participate in a sensory-friendly game on Sunday as well. Learn more here.
Rock out with Great White and Slaughter at Four Winds New Buffalo
Four Winds Casinos’ New Buffalo location is preparing for an unforgettable rock show this Friday as Great White and Slaughter perform their greatest hits live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or in search of a sound that’ll have you humming along after the show, both bands are ready for the performance of a lifetime. Learn more here.
Experience love and adventure at Valpo University’s ‘Anastasia’
This Thursday, Valparaiso University will open its three-day run of “Anastasia: The Musical.” Based on the Disney animated classic, the musical will take audiences on a trip through Russia, Paris, and everywhere in between as the titular Anastasia discovers who she is through a grand adventure across Europe. Tickets are available online. Learn more here.
Meet with the artists behind Lubeznik’s latest exhibit at the opening reception
Lubeznik Center for the Arts’ “Ordinary Wonders” exhibit has already been drawing crowds, but this Friday presents the opportunity to meet the artists behind the art! Head out to the art center at 5 p.m. to enjoy a free evening connecting and mingling with fellow art lovers. Learn more here.
Get crafty at Burn ‘Em Brewing’s Arts and Drafts
This Friday, discover the magic of watercolor at Burn ‘Em Brewing! Learn from artist Alexandra Hibshman as she introduces you to foundational techniques to build your knowledge and confidence. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or just a fun evening with good brews and good people, you’ll find it here. Learn more here.
Make a new friend at the St. Joe County Public Library
Do you have what it takes to be a Pokemon Master? Head out to the St. Joseph County Public Library this Saturday for a Pokemon Brunch. Chat about the game in all its forms, from the latest TCG booster pack to the Scarlet and Violet DLC. Make new friends as you connect about your favorite hobby! Learn more here.
Take a tour of the American Factory
Ever wondered where all the magic happens at Journeyman Distillery? Take a tour of Valparaiso’s American Factory for a history lesson on the distillery as well as a look at the process of making your favorite drinks come to life. Tours are happening Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Learn more here.
