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Spring Events
Springtime brings some unique events to the South Shore. In March, it's Maple Syrup Time at Deep River County Park, watch the process of making maple syrup and then purchase a bottle to take home. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the annual parade in Crown Point, a must see event, or stop by T.J. Maloney's Restaurant in Merrillville for their 10 Days of St. Patrick's Day with food, drink and entertainment.
In May, beer lovers come out for Illiana Mayfest, a local craft beer fest featuring over 20 local breweries, hosted by Crown Brewing. Those with a thirst to dance will enjoy Indiana Ballet Theatre's annual spring performance. For vintage car owners and enthusiasts, the Town of Munster has their annual Car and Cycle Show in May.
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Family Day at the Douglas Center
Started March 16, 2013 (Every Saturday)
- Venue: Douglas Center for Environmental Education - Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
- 7-85 N Lake St
- Gary, IN 46403
- Times: 1pm to 3pm
- Admission: Free
- Phone: 219-395-1882
- Website
Join a ranger for an Open House every Saturday afternoon at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore's Douglas Center. Explore the center and check out interactive exhibits, a video, and even a live animal room. You can also explore the Miller Woods Trail just outside the center. More
Taltree Railway Garden is Open
April 01, 2013 to October 31, 2013 (Recurring daily)
- Venue: Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
- 450 West 100 North
- Valparaiso, IN 46385
- Times: 9am to 7pm
- Admission: See description
- Phone: 219-462-0025
- Website
The Taltree Railway Garden is an outdoor G (Garden)-scale model railway garden that engages visitors of all ages in an environment where they can explore, discover, play, and learn about horticulture and natural history. The Taltree Railway Garden encompasses just under an acre and tells amazing stories of American railroads in the context of a large display garden. Railwa... More
Civil War Memorial Exhibit / Chair'ish the Children
April 05, 2013 to June 30, 2013 (Recurring daily)
- Venue: Indiana Welcome Center
- 7770 Corinne Drive
- Hammond, IN 46323
- Times: 8am to 5pm
Learn about the state and region's contribution to our nation's bloodiest war through a series of special events and exhibits. Photos, artifacts and reproductions of Northwest Indiana Civil War regimental battle flags will tell the story of the Lake, Porter and LaPorte County men in blue who fought to preserve the Union - and ultimately to end slavery. The exhibit will commem... More
Farmers' Markets
May 04, 2013 to October 29, 2013 (Recurring daily)
- Location: Throughout the South Shore
- See website for individual markets
- Along the South Shore, IN
- Times: Varies
- Website
From May through October, you can find farmer's markets throughout the South Shore on different days of the week. Click on the link above for details on the dates, times, locations and more for each community. More
Crown Point Car Cruise
May 16, 2013 to September 26, 2013 (Every Thursday)
- Location: Crown Point Square
- Main St. and Joliet St.
- Crown Point, IN 46307
- Times: 4pm to 8pm
- Admission: Free
- Phone: 219-662-3290
- Website
Bring the family out for the City of Crown Point's car cruise every Thursday for cars, food and fun! More
Northwest Indiana’s very own candy factory boasts the world’s best gummies! Tour the factory and experience your favorites being made, see the world’s tallest chocolate waterfall and sample some of the best candies around!…more
What began as a local newspaper’s effort to tell the compelling stories of Northwest Indiana men and women who sacrificed during the Civil War has evolved into a large-scale historical preservation effort. The joint partnership of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority and the Calumet Region Civil War Preservation Project seeks to carry forward on hundreds of hours of community service that already have taken place. …more
Conveniently located between Chicago and Indianapolis, Fair Oaks Farms offers a fun family playground that everyone will enjoy! From the Dairy Adventure and Birthday Barn, to the Cheese Factory and Mooville, Fair Oaks Farms will keep the family entertained, and well-fed, for a full day of education and fun!…more
When a guest visits a hotel, restaurant, bank, or gas station, they rarely meet the manager or owner of the establishment. It's up to the front-line employee to make the customer's visit enjoyable.The R.O.S.E. Awards were created to recognize these "directors of first impression" who consistently work hard to make our lives easier. Guests & managers are able to nominate an employee who consistently "goes the extra mile."…more
Heavy industry carried the South Shore economy for decades. Now, the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority tells a story about a community: it’s been built by steel but changing from tourism. Northwest Indiana’s appeal is its devotion to ensure new & already existing businesses succeed. Area leaders have teamed together to revitalize the mill towns and make Northwest Indiana the place people want to live & work. …more
Experience the journey of the Passion of Christ as never before in this interactive trail featuring 40 life-sized bronze statues. Experience the various Stations of the Cross with audio descriptions as you walk the winding pathway.…more
With five different casinos, Northwest Indiana offers much excitement and action along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan! With decadent restaurants, world class entertainment and floors (and floors) of slots and table games, your night is just getting started when you test your luck at one of our casinos.…more
Pierogi Fest, the pride of Whiting, is an opportunity for the residents to celebrate their heritage while poking a little fun at themselves at the same time. The one of a kind parade and festival have received countrywide recognition having been featured on the Food Network and the Travel Channel.…more
This holiday season, The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond will feature 6 animated displays featuring scenes from "A Christmas Story". The displays include: Higbee’s Department Store Window, Flick’s Tongue and the Triple Dog Dare, It’s a Major Award, Santa’s Mountain at Higbee’s, the Bumpus Hounds, and the Parker Living Room. The displays were first showcased in 2003 in the windows of the Herald Square Macy’s in New York City. …more
