We’re halfway through summer, and the Region still has plenty of entertaining activities to offer its residents. Whether you want to look at cool cars, sample the delicate cuisine of the area, or get out and have fun with your neighbors, there’s something for everyone this week.
Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar!
Join Currie Motors Ford of Valpo for its next Classic Car Show
Currie Motors Ford of Valpo is hosting its next Classic Car Show this Friday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Check out the classic rides for free at Valparaiso University and enjoy some time outdoors with other automotive enthusiasts. Learn more here.
Promote your baby’s health at Associated Pediatricians’ breastfeeding support group
Becoming a mother can be a very stressful experience when you have a lot of questions without answers. Associated Pediatricians is hoping to help both new and experienced mothers become educated on their infant’s health at its breastfeeding support group this Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Learn from experts, get your questions answered, and connect with others going through the same experience as you. Learn more here.
Touch a Truck with the Town of Munster’s Parks department
Do you have a child curious about big rigs? The Town of Munster’s Parks and Recreation Department are ready to provide answers at the free Touch-a-Truck event this Friday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Let your kids explore the vehicles, trucks, and equipment that keep your community running! Learn more here.
Eat your fill at the Taste of Crown Point
The City of Crown Point is celebrating its many delicious food options with a two-day smorgasbord beginning Friday at 5 p.m. Enjoy popular dishes from some of Crown Point’s finest dining, live music, beer, and the friendly community. Saturday’s fun kicks off at noon. Learn more here.
Aim for the win in Valpo Parks’ cornhole tournament
Come out to Urschel Pavilion this Friday for a double elimination cornhole tournament that’s sure to make the night fly by. Beginning at 6 p.m., this coed tourney will see randomly selected teams taking the field for the ultimate bragging rights. When you’re not playing, enjoy live music, drinks, and the camaraderie of competition. Learn more here.
Rock out to local musicians at Valparaiso Events’ Summer Concert Series
Valparaiso Events is bringing local Region and Chicagoland musicians to the city to help you rediscover old favorites or find new ones. This Thursday, The Red Roses will be performing in the downtown amphitheater at 7 p.m. Come jam with your friends! Learn more here.
Learn to save a life with the La Porte Fire Department’s CPR classes
Back by popular demand, the City of La Porte’s Fire Department is offering another round of free CPR classes, and the next session is happening this Saturday at 8 a.m. and noon! Classes are comprehensive in imparting life-saving skills, so expect your session to run about four hours. Learn more here.
Get outside at the Porter County Fair
The 10 best days of summer are back starting this Thursday as the Porter County Fair rolls into town! With a variety of rides, animal shows, musical acts, exhibits, and competition, the Porter County Fair is making sure this weekend is action-packed. Activities begin at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday. Learn more here.
Jam out at Arts in the Park’s summer concert series
Get yourself to Fox Park this Thursday for a free concert sponsored by the Unity Foundation of La Porte and the Healthcare Foundation of La Porte. The Arts in the Park concert series is a series of free concerts featuring Region locals. This week’s entertainment is Kennedy’s Kitchen playing traditional Irish music. Learn more here.
Bust a gut at “the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”
Memorial Opera House is hosting “the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” a play featuring six spelling bee champions competing for the ultimate win in a spelling bee featuring possibly made up words. With a quick wit and wholesome message, the performance is one for the whole family. Learn more here.
