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Things to do in Northwest Indiana
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Saturday, September 13, 2025
Valparaiso Market (Downtown Valpo)
When: Every Tuesday & Saturday through October 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: William E. Urschel Pavilion – 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, crafts, specialty foods in a lively downtown setting.
Chesterton’s European Market
When: Saturdays through October 25, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Thomas Centennial Park – Broadway & 3rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304 (near 220 Broadway)
What: Region-favorite artisan/farm market with produce, baked goods, makers, and live music.
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 9 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Events recurring daily
Where: Indiana Dunes National Park Visitor Center – 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304 (plus trailheads across Porter/Lake Counties)
What: Dozens of guided hikes, paddles, birding, biking, yoga, and nature programs each day.
Diesel Train Excursions
When: September 13, 20, 27, 2025. Select Saturdays
Where: Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, 507 Mulberry Street, North Judson, IN 46366
Who: Hosted by the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, Great for families, train enthusiasts, and all ages
What: Climb aboard a scenic diesel-powered train ride through rural Northwest Indiana! Enjoy the countryside from classic coach seating or an open-air car. These round-trip excursions offer a nostalgic experience perfect for a summer or fall day out. Trains typically run on Saturday afternoons—check the schedule for exact departure times.
Tickets / More Info: www.hoosiervalley.org/train-rides/diesel-excursions
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season (Big Barn generally 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; attractions vary)
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze, kids’ activities, photo ops.
Staind — Hard Rock Live
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana – 5400 W 29th Ave, Gary, IN 46406
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 10 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule varies
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304 (plus trailheads)
What: Ranger-led outdoor programs across the Dunes region.
“Beach Mysteries” Hike (Indiana Dunes)
When: Select weekend dates (times vary)
Where: Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center – 1600 N 25 E, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Guided 2-mile trek to the beach and back; natural/cultural “mysteries” along the shore.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, bakery, kids’ activities, photo ops.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 11 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily programs
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led hikes/activities each day.
Monday Blues Cruise — FINAL NIGHT (2025)
When: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Downtown Hammond Council – 489 Fayette St, Hammond, IN 46323
What: Weekly classic-car cruise with live blues in downtown Hammond.
Price: Free
Monday Night BINGO at Culinary Misfits
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Culinary Misfits – 208 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo with prizes and food coupons.
$4 Laser Tag Mondays at Up Your Alley
When: All day Mondays
Where: Up Your Alley – 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Two-floor arena; $4 per person, per game on Mondays.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Valparaiso Market (Downtown Valpo)
When: Every Tuesday & Saturday through October 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: William E. Urschel Pavilion – 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, crafts, specialty foods in a lively downtown setting.
Taco Tuesday with $2 Tacos & $5 Margaritas at El Salto
When: Tuesdays
Where: Multiple locations across NWI
• Cedar Lake — 13019 Wicker Ave • (219) 390-7731
• Chesterton — 757 Indian Boundary Rd • (219) 395-9890
• Merrillville — 5031 E Lincoln Hwy • (219) 940-9955
• Munster — 805 Ridge Rd • (219) 836-0600
• Schererville — 1090 US-41 • (219) 227-8660
• Valparaiso — 3530 Calumet Ave • (219) 462-0100
What: $2 tacos (beef/chicken/pork) & $5 house margs; call your location to confirm.
Stardust Bowl — $2 Open Play Tuesdays
When: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: Stardust Bowl III – 1330 Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Open play bowling special; $2 per person, per game.
Bingo Night at Up Your Alley
When: 8:00 PM
Where: Up Your Alley – 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Free bar bingo; first-come, first-served; cash prizes.
$6 Martinis & Half-Price Select Sushi — Blue Point
When: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Blue Point – 13 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Weekly martini + sushi specials.
Johnny Z at Zorn Brew Works
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Zorn Brew Works – 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Weekly live music set in a historic taproom.
$4.99 Original Rainbow Cone (Dyer) — Every Tuesday
When: Tuesdays
Where: The Original Rainbow Cone – (Dyer/Saint John area)
What: Weekly special on the classic Chicago cone; check local listing for the current Dyer address.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 13 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led hikes/activities.
Coffee Creek Farmers Market
When: Wednesdays through October 29, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve – 2300 Village Point, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Producers-only market; SNAP/EBT accepted.
Acoustic Open Mic Night — White Rhino Bar & Grill
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 101 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Welcoming weekly acoustic open mic for local musicians.
Trivia at Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Off Square Brewing – 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly trivia night with craft beer & pub food.
Open Mic Night — Zorn Brew Works + 50% Off Wine Bottles
When: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Taproom open mic; weekly wine special.
Wine Wednesdays at the Lighthouse
When: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Lighthouse Restaurant – 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
What: Up to 50% off select bottles; live music after 6 PM.
Karaoke Wednesdays at 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM (doors 4:00 PM)
Where: 18th Street Brewery — Gary Taproom, 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: Karaoke hosted by Pop-Up Karaoke with Daniel Lopez.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Dig the Dunes Beer Run Series 2025
When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 | Tryon Farm Trails, Michigan City, IN
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (for all dates)
Who: Ages 21+
Price: $10 per event
What: Join Dig the Dunes for a fun, casual beer run (or walk!) through beautiful locations across Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan. Each event includes a 3-mile route followed by craft beer, good company, and a laid-back after-party. A portion of proceeds will benefit local animal rescue organizations.
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 14 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led hikes/activities.
Crown Point Car Cruise
When: Thursdays through September 25, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Bulldog Park – 183 S West St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly classic-car cruise-in with music and downtown energy.
Bingo Night at Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Lively bingo night with craft beer & bites.
Line Dancing at 18th Street Brewery (Gary) with Mizz Coco
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 18th Street Brewery — Gary Taproom, 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: All-levels line dancing.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Friday, September 19, 2025
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 15 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led hikes/activities.
Griffith Central Market
When: Fridays through October 25, 2025 | typically 4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: Market Grounds – 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Food trucks, artisan vendors, live music in a family-friendly evening market.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Fields of Fall – The Wandering Wildflower Farmers Market
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM (CDT)
Where: 24161 South Volbrecht Rd, Crete, IL 60417
Who: Hosted by The Wandering Wildflower Markets & Events
What: Fields of Fall – The WW Farmers Market — fall florals, pumpkins, vendors & more
Valparaiso Market (Downtown Valpo)
When: Every Tuesday & Saturday through October 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: William E. Urschel Pavilion – 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, crafts, specialty foods in a lively downtown setting.
Chesterton’s European Market
When: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Thomas Centennial Park – Broadway & 3rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Beloved artisan/farm market with food & live music.
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Day 16 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led programs.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night) — OPENING WEEKEND
When: Fall Festival Sat–Sun 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow Fri–Sun 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Harvest Tyme Family Farm – 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Corn maze & pumpkins by day; illuminated trail by night.
Bollywood & Beyond: Kavita Krishnamurti & Dr. L. Subramaniam
When: 7:30 PM
Where: Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana – 5400 W 29th Ave, Gary, IN 46406
What: World/Indian classical crossover concert.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival — FINAL DAY (Day 17 of 17)
When: September 5–21, 2025 | Daily schedule
Where: 1215 N Indiana 49, Porter, IN 46304
What: Multiple ranger-led programs; festival wraps today.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival & Pumpkin Glow
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Monday, September 22, 2025
Monday Night BINGO at Culinary Misfits
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 208 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Free weekly bingo; prizes and food coupons.
$4 Laser Tag Mondays at Up Your Alley
When: All day Mondays
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: $4 per person, per game; two-level laser tag arena.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Valparaiso Market
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Farmers/artisan market.
Summer Concert Series at Villa Cesare (Final September Date)
When: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Villa Cesare — 900 Eagle Ridge Dr, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Free outdoor concert; food & drinks available.
Bingo Night at Up Your Alley
When: 8:00 PM
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Free bar bingo; first-come, first-served; cash prizes.
$6 Martinis & Half-Price Select Sushi — Blue Point
When: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 13 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Weekly martini + sushi specials.
Johnny Z at Zorn Brew Works
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Weekly live music set.
$4.99 Original Rainbow Cone (Dyer) — Every Tuesday
When: Tuesdays
Where: The Original Rainbow Cone — (Dyer/Saint John area)
What: Weekly special; check the current Dyer address locally.
Stardust Bowl — Open Play
When: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 1330 Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weeknight bowling special.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Coffee Creek Farmers Market
When: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: 2300 Village Point, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Producers-only market; SNAP/EBT accepted.
Acoustic Open Mic Night — White Rhino
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 101 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weekly open mic.
Trivia — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly trivia night.
Open Mic — Zorn Brew Works + 50% Off Wine Bottles
When: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Taproom open mic & wine special.
Wine Wednesdays — Lighthouse Restaurant
When: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
What: Up to 50% off select bottles; live music after 6 PM.
Karaoke Wednesdays — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM (doors 4:00 PM)
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: Karaoke with Pop-Up Karaoke.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Crown Point Car Cruise — SEASON FINALE
When: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Bulldog Park – 183 S West St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Season-ending vintage-car cruise-in.
Bingo — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo.
Line Dancing — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: All-levels line dancing with Mizz Coco.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Friday, September 26, 2025
Griffith Central Market
When: ~4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Food trucks, live music, artisan vendors.
Wanatah Scarecrow Festival (Day 1 of 3)
When: September 26–28, 2025
Where: 245 N Main St, Wanatah, IN 46390
What: Free entertainment, craft & food vendors, parade, car show, kids’ zone.
St. John Oktoberfest (Day 1 of 3)
When: September 26–28, 2025
Where: St. John the Evangelist — Old Parish Lot, 9400 Wicker Ave, St. John, IN 46373
What: German food, biergarten, live music; family-friendly.
Pumpkin Glow — Harvest Tyme Family Farm
When: Fridays–Sundays through October 26 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Nighttime illuminated trail with jack-o-lanterns and displays.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Celebración del Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025, 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Where: Southlake Mall, 2109 Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN 46410
Who: Southlake Mall; community celebration — open to all ages
What: Live entertainment and cultural activities honoring Hispanic Heritage Month.
FREE Entrance Days – Indiana Dunes National Par
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 – National Public Lands Day
Where: Indiana Dunes National Park, 1215 N. State Rd. 49, Porter, IN 46304
Who: Open to all ages
What: On these five dates in 2025, entrance fees are waived at all National Parks, including Indiana Dunes National Park. Enjoy a free day of hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the scenic beauty of the dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline.
🛑 Note: These free days do not apply to Indiana Dunes State Park in Chesterton, which has its own entrance fee and is operated by the Indiana DNR. More info
Chesterton’s European Market
When: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Thomas Centennial Park – Broadway & 3rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Artisan/farm market.
Valparaiso Market
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Farmers/artisan market; season ends Oct 11.
Wanatah Scarecrow Festival (Day 2 of 3)
When: All day
Where: 245 N Main St, Wanatah, IN 46390
What: Entertainment, vendors, car show, kids’ activities.
St. John Oktoberfest (Day 2 of 3)
When: All day/evening
Where: 9400 Wicker Ave, St. John, IN 46373
What: German fare, biergarten, live music.
Fall Harvest Craft Fair — Griffith (Day 1 of 2)
When: Daytime
Where: Central event area near 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Seasonal craft & maker fair with vendors and food.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Corn maze/pumpkins by day; illuminated trail at night.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Scarecrow Festival — Final Day
When: Daytime
Where: 245 N Main St, Wanatah, IN 46390
What: Vendors, live entertainment, parade, kids’ zone.
St. John Oktoberfest — Final Day
When: Afternoon/evening
Where: 9400 Wicker Ave, St. John, IN 46373
What: German fare, biergarten, live music.
Fall Harvest Craft Fair — Griffith (Day 2 of 2)
When: Daytime
Where: 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Seasonal craft & maker fair.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Monday, September 29, 2025
Monday Night BINGO at Culinary Misfits
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 208 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo; prizes and food coupons.
$4 Laser Tag Mondays at Up Your Alley
When: All day Mondays
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: $4 per person, per game; two-level arena.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Valparaiso Market
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Farmers/artisan market.
Bingo Night at Up Your Alley
When: 8:00 PM
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Free bar bingo; first-come, first-served; cash prizes.
$6 Martinis & Half-Price Select Sushi — Blue Point
When: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 13 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Weekly martini + sushi specials.
Johnny Z at Zorn Brew Works
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Weekly live music set.
$4.99 Original Rainbow Cone (Dyer) — Every Tuesday
When: Tuesdays
Where: The Original Rainbow Cone — (Dyer/Saint John area)
What: Weekly special; check the current Dyer address locally.
Stardust Bowl — Open Play
When: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 1330 Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weeknight bowling special.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Coffee Creek Farmers Market
When: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: 2300 Village Point, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Producers-only market; SNAP/EBT accepted.
Acoustic Open Mic — White Rhino
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 101 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weekly open mic.
Trivia — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly trivia night.
Open Mic — Zorn Brew Works + 50% Off Wine Bottles
When: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Taproom open mic & wine special.
Wine Wednesdays — Lighthouse Restaurant
When: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
What: Up to 50% off select bottles; live music after 6 PM.
Karaoke Wednesdays — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM (doors 4:00 PM)
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: Karaoke with Pop-Up Karaoke.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Bingo — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo with craft beer & bites.
Line Dancing — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: All-levels line dancing with Mizz Coco.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Friday, October 3, 2025
Griffith Central Market
When: ~4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Food trucks, live music, artisan vendors.
Pumpkin Glow — Harvest Tyme Family Farm
When: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Fri–Sun through Oct 26)
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Illuminated trail with jack-o-lanterns and displays.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: Apples, pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Chesterton’s European Market
When: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Thomas Centennial Park – Broadway & 3rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Artisan/farm market.
Valparaiso Market (Saturday)
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Farmers/artisan market.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Monday, October 6, 2025
Monday Night BINGO at Culinary Misfits
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 208 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo; prizes and food coupons.
$4 Laser Tag Mondays at Up Your Alley
When: All day Mondays
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: $4 per person, per game; two-level arena.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Valparaiso Market — Final Tuesday of Season
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Farmers/artisan market; Saturday finale on Oct 11.
Bingo Night at Up Your Alley
When: 8:00 PM
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: Free bar bingo; first-come, first-served; cash prizes.
$6 Martinis & Half-Price Select Sushi — Blue Point
When: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 13 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Weekly martini + sushi specials.
Johnny Z at Zorn Brew Works
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Weekly live music set.
$4.99 Original Rainbow Cone (Dyer) — Every Tuesday
When: Tuesdays
Where: The Original Rainbow Cone — (Dyer/Saint John area)
What: Weekly special; check the current Dyer address locally.
Stardust Bowl — Open Play
When: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 1330 Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weeknight bowling special.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Coffee Creek Farmers Market
When: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: 2300 Village Point, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Producers-only market; SNAP/EBT accepted.
Acoustic Open Mic — White Rhino
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 101 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311
What: Weekly open mic.
Trivia — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly trivia night.
Open Mic — Zorn Brew Works + 50% Off Wine Bottles
When: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 605 E 9th St, Michigan City, IN 46360
What: Taproom open mic & wine special.
Wine Wednesdays — Lighthouse Restaurant
When: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
What: Up to 50% off select bottles; live music after 6 PM.
Karaoke Wednesdays — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM (doors 4:00 PM)
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: Karaoke with Pop-Up Karaoke.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Bingo — Off Square Brewing
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo.
Line Dancing — 18th Street Brewery (Gary)
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN 46403
What: All-levels line dancing with Mizz Coco.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Friday, October 10, 2025
Griffith Central Market
When: ~4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN 46319
What: Food trucks, live music, artisan vendors.
Pumpkin Glow — Harvest Tyme Family Farm
When: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Illuminated trail with jack-o-lanterns and displays.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Valparaiso Market — FINAL DAY
When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 70 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Season finale of the downtown market.
Valparaiso Fall Harvest Festival
When: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Central Park Plaza – 68 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What: Pumpkin painting, caramel apples, bounce houses, face painting.
Chesterton’s European Market
When: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Thomas Centennial Park – Broadway & 3rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
What: Artisan/farm market.
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Harvest Tyme Fall Festival (Daytime) & Pumpkin Glow (Night)
When: Fall Festival 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Pumpkin Glow 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: 17904 Grant St (IN-55), Lowell, IN 46356
What: Daytime farm fun & nighttime illuminated trail.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
Monday, October 13, 2025
Monday Night BINGO at Culinary Misfits
When: 7:00 PM
Where: 208 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
What: Weekly bingo; prizes and food coupons.
$4 Laser Tag Mondays at Up Your Alley
When: All day Mondays
Where: 1048 US Highway 41, Schererville, IN 46375
What: $4 per person, per game; two-level arena.
County Line Orchard – Fall Season
When: Daily in season
Where: 200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
What: U-pick apples/pumpkins, donuts & cider, corn maze.
SAVE THE DATE
Dig the Dunes Beer Run Series 2025
When: October 2025 | Location TBD
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (for all dates)
Who: Ages 21+
Price: $10 per event
What: Join Dig the Dunes for a fun, casual beer run (or walk!) through beautiful locations across Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan. Each event includes a 3-mile route followed by craft beer, good company, and a laid-back after-party. A portion of proceeds will benefit local animal rescue organizations.
Details at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dig-the-dunes-beer-run-may-tickets-1286570590269
FREE Entrance Days – Indiana Dunes National Park
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 – National Public Lands Day
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 – Veterans Day
Where: Indiana Dunes National Park, 1215 N. State Rd. 49, Porter, IN 46304
Who: Open to all ages
What: On these five dates in 2025, entrance fees are waived at all National Parks, including Indiana Dunes National Park. Enjoy a free day of hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the scenic beauty of the dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline.
🛑 Note: These free days do not apply to Indiana Dunes State Park in Chesterton, which has its own entrance fee and is operated by the Indiana DNR. More info
RegionSec Summit
When: October 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Purdue University Northwest – 2200 169th St., Hammond, IN 46323
Who: Open to cybersecurity professionals, students, and enthusiasts
What:
Join RegionSec for its annual cybersecurity summit in celebration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This in-person event will bring together local experts and enthusiasts for an evening of informative sessions, a capture-the-flag (CTF) competition, and valuable networking opportunities. Whether you're an industry veteran or new to the field, this summit offers a chance to learn, connect, and stay ahead in the evolving world of cyber security.
Admission: $5 for students with a .edu email | $10 General Admission
Tickets: Reserve on Eventbrite
