August is here, and with it comes a plethora of activities to enjoy with the whole family! Baseball games, concerts, pool parties, and shopping are all available to get you out of the house and engaged with the community. Make the most of these last few weeks of summer!
Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar!
Catch a RailCats game at St. Jude’s “See You in the Seats” event
Want to watch some baseball while supporting a good cause? Help St. Jude House fill U.S. Steel Stadium this Thursday by purchasing a $10 ticket to the RailCats game! All proceeds go towards helping St. Jude House fulfill its mission of preventing family violence. Learn more here.
Ride into Crown Point’s Car Cruise
The City of Crown Point’s Car Cruise returns this Thursday at 4 p.m. Check out the classic rides at Bulldog Park and enjoy some time outdoors with other automotive enthusiasts. Learn more here.
Learn the best way to keep your kids safe at Franciscan’s car seat safety clinic
Franciscan Health is partnering with Geminus Regional Health Systems to teach parents around the Region the importance of car seat safety this Friday at 1 p.m. Learn best practices and the dos and don'ts of car seats to make traveling with your kids as safe as possible. Learn more here.
Stay refreshed at Four Winds Casinos’ summer pool party
Four Winds Casinos is holding another pool party this Saturday, and this week’s theme is “Margaritas and Parrots” Dress vibrantly and beat the heat at Four Winds’ New Buffalo Resort, and enjoy the many other amenities on offer while you’re there. Learn more here.
Take in a blast from the past as Ricky Lindy performs in Munster
The Town of Munster is taking you on a walk down memory lane as Ricky Lindy performs at Munster Town Hall this Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Performing rock classics from the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s, Ricky Lindy and co. will have you out of your seat at this free concert. Learn more here.
Shop ‘til you drop at Valpo Events’ Sidewalk Days
Valparaiso Events is hosting its annual Sidewalk Days event this Friday and Saturday! Hit downtown Valpo to find one-of-a-kind items and awesome deals from your favorite local retailers. Support local businesses and your community! Learn more here.
Jumpstart your education at Ivy Tech’s open house
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is giving prospective students an opportunity to check out the returning Criminal Justice and Legal Studies programs to the Michigan City campus this Friday at noon. The event is entirely free and even features on-the-spot enrollment for anyone interested in the programs. Learn more here.
Shop local at Portage’s Market on the Square
The Market on the Square is back in the City of Portage starting this Friday at 3 p.m. Come out every Friday through the summer to shop local vendors, listen to live music, and watch free family movies once the sun goes down. 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 NIPSCO 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 Cripple Creek playing a blend of country and Americana. Learn more here.
Watch the future of baseball at the Cal Ripken 10U World Series
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority knows how important youth sports are to the Region, which is why it's proud to host the Cal Ripken 10 and Under World Series at Jerry Ross Park beginning this Saturday! 24 teams from around the world compete for a week, and the people of Northwest Indiana get a sneak peek at the future MLB stars that will shape the sport as we know it. Learn more here.
