Halloween is on the way! Test out your costume this year at some of the early Halloween events happening while the weather’s nice or take in some of the fun autumn events going on before Indiana winter sets in.
Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar!
Support your favorite team at the Midwest Region Volleyball Crossover tournament
Nearly 700 athletes will be joining the Region this Friday and Saturday for South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority’s Midwest Region Volleyball Crossover tournament! This two-day event features the best of the best in the Midwest, and it’s open to the public. Get out to the Hammond Sportsplex to purchase your tickets. Learn more here.
Bring your mask to VicTory 4 Kidz’s masquerade gala
Show your support for students pursuing healthcare educations at VicTory 4 Kidz’s “The Future of Healthcare is Now” gala this Thursday! Featuring fireside chats from leaders in the field, the gala combines fun, fashion, and tons of awesome insights to create an evening unlike any other. Tickets are available for purchase online. Learn more here.
Dress in your spookiest costume for Valpo Events’ Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Valparaiso Events is bringing you the chance to celebrate Halloween early this Friday in downtown Valparaiso! Rain or shine, the city will become home to ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and other monstrous sights. Get out, get your candy, and have a ton of fun! Learn more here.
Step into an enchanted forest at Lake County Parks’ Woodland Tea Party
Lake County Parks and Recreation’s Woodland Tea Party invites you to the enchanting forests of Deep River County Park this Friday for tea, stories, and a whole lot of nature enjoyment! With two sessions planned, there’s still time to RSVP your spot. Learn more here.
Say Boo at the Zoo with MIchigan City
Is there anything better than a trip to the Washington Park Zoo? How about a Halloween celebration with costumes, candy, and spooky animal enrichment activities? Michigan City’s Boo at the Zoo event this Saturday combines animal education with holiday fun for an unforgettable Halloween experience! Learn more here.
Light up the Gourds with the City of Portage
The City of Portage’s third annual Light up the Gourds is happening this Saturday as the sun sets! Come see the trails at Imagination Glen light up with community-carved pumpkins beginning at 6:30 p.m. For those with sensory issues, an earlier session is available at 5 p.m. to make sure the fun is fully accessible. Learn more here.
Jam out with Scotty McCreery at the La Porte Civic Auditorium
A musician with a household name, Scotty McCreery has been building his fanbase and skill set ever since his win on “American Idol.” Come out to the La Porte Civic Auditorium to hear the award-winning musician as he shows all that he’s grown in the 15 years since first bursting onto the stage. Tickets are available for purchase online. Learn more here.
Learn all about craft brewing at Journeyman’s Meet the Makers
Journeyman Distillery is peeling back the curtain for curious consumers interested in learning how meals are created with its Meet the Makers Series! Happening this Sunday at the American Factory in Valparaiso, this free session helps you get to know the passionate crafters behind Journeyman’s success. This weekend’s session features Sea of Monsters Head Brewer Greg Winget! Learn more here.
Take a trip to the past at That Arena Rock Show
Head back to the days of classic rock at That Arena Rock Show, a performance dedicated to the legendary rockers of the ‘70s and ‘80s. See tributes to bands like Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi, Ozzy Osbourne, Guns n Roses, and more! Tickets can be purchased online. Learn more here.
Discover the power of stories at Storytellers & Image-Makers
The University of Notre Dame is hosting an afternoon celebrating the ways in which stories connect humans across the globe! Come out this Saturday for conversations, performances, and interactive opportunities that help you tell your story. The event is free to attend. Learn more here.
