Category Archives: Tourism
Explore the Southshore April 27th
The annual Explore the South Shore returns to the Indiana Welcome Center on Saturday, April 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Families will enjoy an afternoon of fun and entertainment at this free event. This year, families will enjoy a mascot themed event, complete with visits from area mascots and a special craft…
Prairie Magic Music Festival-
Sunday, August 11th, 2019, 1pm-8pm rock, bluegrass, folk, Sunset Hill Farm County Park, 775 N. Meridian Rd., Valparaiso www.portercountyparks.org 465-3586.
New Reservations System for Indiana Dunes Campsites & Shelters
The National Park Service is proposing a reservation system for 11 picnic shelters and 34 campsites at Indiana Dunes National Park. A reservation system will allow visitors to plan their camping trips and picnics at the national park up to six months in advance. Currently, all picnic shelters in the park and all campsites…
The Blues Are Coming to Spring Out to Sunset Festival
Join Porter County Parks for a celebration of spring at Sunset Hill Farm amphitheater. This blues-inspired concert takes place at the conclusion of our annual Spring Out to Sunset festival on Saturday, May 18th. Joseph Mojo Morganfield isn’t just any newcomer to the Chicago Blues music scene. As the youngest son of legendary artist Muddy…
Easter in Whiting, Indiana
Hop into the Easter spirit and bring the kids out to enjoy the annual Easter Parade! It’s a bright, colorful, and fun way to begin the Easter holiday. The Parade is at 2p.m. Saturday, April 13. The route begins at the Whiting YMCA and ends in front of City Hall. If your organization or business…
Indiana Dunes is NOW a National Park!
The 15,000-acre Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore that has 15 miles of beach area along Lake Michigan was re-designated by President Donald Trump as America’s 61st national park – the first national park in Indiana. Previously the Indiana Dunes Lakeshore was one of 418 “national park units.” Now it is part of an elite group of…
Shutdown Affects On Indiana Dunes
Due to the current government shutdown, you may have questions about their services. During the shutdown the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore will remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as it always is. However, there will be no visitor services, scheduled programs or events. All offices and contact stations will be closed, and parking…
Valpo Ice Rink Offers Extended Holiday Hours
Valpo Parks ice rink will be offering extended holiday hours beginning at 12 noon, Thursday, December 20, 2018. Skate admission is $5 per person and skate rental is $4. All ages and abilities are welcome. Skate aids, ADA skate sled, lockers, skate sharpening and concessions available. Free helmet rental also available courtesy of Centier…
Mascot Hall of Fame Grand Opening!
The Mascot Hall of Fame officially opened its doors to the public on December 26th . Folks are invited to explore two floors of fully interactive exhibits in the Department of Phuzzical Education, Science of Silliness Lab, Department of Furry Arts, and more. Compete against family, friends, and other museum guests while firing t-shirt cannons, racing mascots, and…
Valpo B&B Awarded “Best Romantic Getaway in Indiana!
The Official Best of America travel show will feature Songbird Prairie Bed & Breakfast as the “Official Best Romantic Getaway in Indiana.” Nichole Redmiles, a Managing Producer for Official Best Of said, “We are very excited to be featuring Songbird Prairie Bed & Breakfast with the title ‘Best Romantic Getaway in Indiana—2018’ on our Official Best of America travel show. Here at…
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