This weekend in Northwest Indiana is bringing out even more spooky, haunted vibes as we lead up to another Halloween-packed weekend. Grab a friend for a ghost tour, grab your furry friend for a 5K or 2K dog walk, or grab a ticket to a concert, musical, or art show! There’s lots to do this weekend, so read through our list of fun things here and find an event to enjoy.
Tour the Hobart Art Theatre through a Ghost Hunting
Before it became the venue it is today, the Hobart Art Theatre was a hotel and hospital that now has many reports of shadowy figures and strange experiences. Find more details here for the showing happening from 7 to 10 p.m. this Thursday.
Create a scary scene for Portage Parks Department’s Haunted Hayride
Bring your spooky ideas and fun nature to life at Portage Parks Department’s Haunted Hayride held at Woodland Park! The event is happening on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., so find more information here to get involved.
Stop by the MAAC Foundation’s MAACabre Haunted Attraction
Hosted by the MAAC Foundation Emergency Services Training Center, this Friday and Saturday’s MAACabre Haunted Attraction event is set to be a great time with a huge haunted house, food trucks, tons of great scenery, and even a simulator with law enforcement. Check out the details here.
Visit and appreciate the talent at Opportunity Enterprises’ Art Reception
You are invited to celebrate artistic accomplishments of adults and students at Opportunity Enterprises’ Art Reception being held on Friday, October 22 from 6 to 8 p.m.! Find more details here.
Attend the City of Hammond’s Monster Mash
The Monster Mash is a Halloween dance for all ages that will feature costume contests, games, music by DJ Casey Ramos, fun activities, food, and more! It’s happening from 5 to 8 p.m. and tickets are $5 per person, so click here to find more details.
Grab a ticket to see the musical Coraline at Chicago Street Theatre
Based on the 2002 Neil Gaiman movie, Coraline is an adventurous musical recommended for those ages middle school and above. Find your tickets and more information here for the event happening on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Attend the Little Black Dress fashion show presented by Goodwill Industries of Michiana Inc.
Head over to the streets near Thomas Centennial Park on Saturday morning to see what the Chesterton European Market is all about! It’s held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., so click here for more details.
Participate in the All Dunes Challenge to start your Saturday morning
Held at Indiana Dunes State Park starting at 7 a.m. and continuing until 11 p.m., the All Dunes Challenge is meant to honor the fifteen brave souls who hiked all marked trails during the ‘20s. The trails include 2, 4, 7, 9, 10, Nature Center Trail, Beach Trail, Bird Observation Platform, and the Devil’s Slide. Find additional details here.
Listen to the tunes of Marrakesh Express – a Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young experience
Hosted at Memorial Opera House, this Saturday’s performance will feature a Region-favorite that you won’t want to miss: Marrakesh Express – a Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young experience. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m., so find information on tickets and other details here.
Walk or run in Valpo Parks’ Halloween Howl 5K, 2K, & Dog Walk
Happening on Sunday, October 24 from 8:30 a.m. to noon, the Halloween Howl 5K, 2K, & Dog Walk is open to all who want to test their endurance on the hills of Creekside Trails, or take a jog with family and friends, or bring your furry friend on a leash! Find more information about the event here.
