Are you ready for winter to set in? We’re in that time of year where the Northern Indiana weather allows for all kinds of fun! With ice skating happening at the same time as picnicking and just as many things to do outdoors as indoors, you’ll have no shortage of events to enjoy 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!
Hit the ice at Valpo Parks Foundation’s First Skate
Be the first in the rink at Urschel Pavilion this winter by participating in Valpo Parks Foundation’s First Skate fundraiser this Saturday! This year, First Skate will be split into two sessions: a family-friendly early event and a more fast-paced evening event. No matter which session you attend, your ticket will go towards supporting Valpo Parks Foundation as it keeps the fun happening in Valparaiso! Learn more here.
Relive Jean Shepherd’s holiday classic with “A Christmas Story” Comes Home
“A Christmas Story” Comes Home is partially an animatronic exhibition, partially a host of public events, and all holiday fun! The exhibit, based on Hammond native Jean Shepherd’s “A Christmas Story,” features animatronic displays of famous scenes from the movie as well as frequent activities for the public to enjoy, and it’s coming to the Region beginning this Saturday! Learn more here.
Enjoy celestial sights at La Porte’s Picnic Under the Stars
Picnic Under the Stars this Friday is the La Porte Parks Department’s way of creating an unforgettable night for attendees. With great company, food, and sights, Picnic Under the Stars brings the best of La Porte to the forefront. Plus, your ticket supports the La Porte Parks Foundation as it continues preserving the ecological gems that are Indiana’s county parks. Learn more here.
Rock out with the genre-defining Chicago at Four WInds New Buffalo
Multi-Grammy winning Hall of Famers Chicago are coming to Four Winds Casinos’ New Buffalo location this Saturday for an evening journeying through the band’s decades-long career! WIth a ton of musical achievements, the band is still going strong after 57 years of touring, and now’s your chance to see the magic live! Learn more here.
Get insight into the future at Lubeznik’s free workshops
Lubeznik Center for the Arts is hosting two free workshops this Saturday that will help you get a jumpstart on your future. The first at 11 a.m. is “Tarot Readings for the Collective,” where artist Rhonda Wheatley will use the tarot to lay the foundations of a successful year. Later in the day, “You Be the Oracle” will help you tap into your intuitive abilities. RSVP required for both workshops. Learn more here.
Volunteer for veterans with IU Northwest
Indiana University Northwest is calling volunteers for its Veterans Volunteer Day this Friday! Start the day with donuts and coffee at 8:30 before heading to volunteer sites throughout the Region, including Safe Haven for Veterans and Operation Charlie Bravo. Whether you’re looking to give back to your community or to the veterans within it, take this opportunity! Learn more here.
Begin your college career at IU South Bend
Indiana University South Bend is hosting the Indiana Latino Institute Education Summit and College & Career Fair this Thursday for Latino high school students and their parents! Learn about important college information including filing your FAFSA, filling out your college application, and applying for scholarships. Get prepared for your higher education with IU South Bend! Learn more here.
Take in the art of alumnus Jesus Arriaga at the Ivy Tech South Bend
Ivy Tech Community College alumnus Jesus Arriaga is bringing his work back home this weekend to Ivy Tech’s South Bend campus. Head out to the Visual Communications Gallery to view photos that focus on mortality and the modern day and support an artist as he continues his journey! Learn more here.
Tour Journeyman Distillery’s American Factory in Valparaiso
Journeyman Distillery’s Valparaiso location has continued to grow as the company gets more established in the Region, and you’re invited to tour the American Factory to see these changes in action! Get a group of friends together for a tour this weekend, where you’ll spend 60 minutes learning all about Journeyman’s production, distilling, and distributing as well as get the opportunity to sample some of its favorite spirits. Learn more here.
Bust a gut with Pat Tomasulo at the Art Theater
Comedian, actor, TV anchor, and podcaster Pat Tomasulo is bringing his headlining comedy act to the Hobart Art Theater this Saturday for a side-splitting evening of fun and laughter! Get your tickets now and head to the Art at 7 p.m. to find the perfect seat for your viewing pleasure. Show is ages 18+. Learn more here
