Nothing gets us in the summer spirit more than celebrating Independence Day in Northwest Indiana with fireworks, food trucks and live music! Get the family together for one of the many events happening to celebrate the 4th of July.
- Town of Highland Redevelopment Commission
- Recurring daily
Come celebrate the Fourth of July weekend in beautiful Downtown Highland! There will be FIVE days of food, fun and festivities! Enjoy a beer garden, food and craft booths, live entertainment, amusement rides, fireworks and parades. 🍔 Food & Craft Vendors 🎡 Carnival…
- Cedar Lake Summerfest Inc.
- Recurring daily
Your favorite summer festival is back! The Cedar Lake Summerfest is the summer party you can’t miss! Family fun festival, carnival, entertainment, food vendors, cardboard boat race, car show and rides! Join us from July 3rd to July 6th for four days of non-stop fun, laughter, and…
Join us for the 4th Annual Freedom Fest Celebration! Fun for all ages is planned with free carnival-style games, yard games, live music, and a family beer garden. Eat at one of our amazing food truck options. Bounce all day with different bounce houses to choose from. Celebrate…
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Things to Do
Attractions
We invite you to enjoy 30 of the South Shore's unique and can't miss attractions.
Indiana Dunes
Learn about the Indiana Dunes State and National Parks. Find things to do, camping and hotels.
Family Fun
Explore fun things your family can do including waterparks, beaches, farm adventures & more.
Beaches
There are miles of beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan's South Shore, including the Indiana Dunes.
Biking & Hiking Trails
Northwest Indiana and parts of Eastern Illinois contain 125 miles of biking and walking trails.
Outdoor Recreation
Whether you like having fun in the sun or playing in the snow, there are always things to do outdoors!
Shopping
Shop at antique, gift and specialty stores, a discount outlet center and enclosed shopping malls.
Arts & Culture
Explore the arts along Lake Michigan's South Shore with museums, art galleries, theaters and more.
Nightlife
Enjoy the nightlife in Northwest Indiana with casinos, comedy clubs, pubs, theaters and great restaurants.
Farm-to-Fork Adventures
Discover many agricultural things to do, including farms, u-pick orchards, farmers markets & events.
Casinos
The South Shore's lakefront casinos rival no other in the Midwest for excitement and action!
Spas & Wellness
Time to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul along the South Shore!
Seasonal Activities
The South Shore has activities to keep you entertained for every season!
Sports
If you love sports, you'll be pleased to find a multitude of sporting opportunities along the South Shore.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Find traditional, family-fun campgrounds at the Indiana Dunes and surrounding areas.