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
Banquet Facilities
Whether you are hosting a banquet for 10 or for 800 there are plenty of options along Indiana's South Shore. Northwest Indiana is home to several traditional banquet halls and conference centers that can accommodate larger functions. For a more intimate setting, ask a South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority sales manager about restaurants in the area that offer a private dining experience. No matter where you choose to host your banquet you can be sure your guests will enjoy the hospitality found here.
The South Shore CVA sales team would be happy to assist in setting up a site visit to any of the following facilities. Please call 219-554-2176 for more information.
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Experience the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza's unique customized offerings, including two spectacular 11,000 square-foot ballrooms, accommodating up to 1,000 guests; 19 breakout rooms, seven … More
Elegance at affordable prices. Accommodates 15-1,000 people. Bridal suites, descending staircase, outdoor gazebo. Seminars, conferences, and banquet meetings. Crystal chandeliers, grand columns, high … More
Take an escape at Northwest Indiana's premier gaming destination. Stay in their 22-story Spa Blu Tower or the original 8-story Blue Chip Tower. Play in the 65,000 square foot gaming vessel offering … More
Elegant dining, arts venue offers unique setting for weddings, luncheons, events business meetings, 30-400 guests. Champagne Brunch every Sunday 11am - 2pm. While you’re at the Center for the Visual … More
Enjoy white glove service to cut crystal chandeliers. From beginning to end the personal attention you receive is a trademark of our staff as we strive to exceed your expectations. Conveniently … More
Northwest Indiana’s finest banquet facility. Accommodations up to 1,000. Outdoor gazebo. Exquisite cuisine prepared on-site by European chef. Call us for any milestone that needs to be remembered. … More
The Hilton features three state-of-the-art banquet rooms in one of the region's newest and nicest hotels. Wedding and banquets up to 130 guests, meetings up to 175. Professional catering and banquet … More
Whether you need a room for a small meeting of 4-6 individuals or prefer the Conference Room to spread out. The Inn at Aberdeen can meet your meeting and conference needs. The Inn has been rated for … More
Lighthouse Restaurant features beautiful banquet rooms enhanced by the scenic view of Cedar Lake. Accommodating up to 250 guests, we provide an extraordinary atmosphere and excellent cuisine. A dream … 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
