Cozy Escapes: Warm Indoor Activities in Indiana’s Cool North

Indiana’s Cool North offers plenty of warm indoor activities to enjoy during the chilly months. Explore indoor play centers or visit a lively casino. Savor craft beers and hearty meals at cozy breweries, wineries or a meadery.  Immerse yourself in art and culture in a museum or glass blowing class or enjoy live music and performances at local venues. Stay warm while discovering the region’s vibrant indoor attractions.

Taste the Tradition: Festival Eats at the Porter County Fair

 

July 17-26, 2025

Porter County Fair offers over 80 concession stands serving beloved festival and fair food—corn dogs, funnel cakes, elephant ears, and lemonade shake-ups—plus hearty eats like Italian beef, brisket, deep-fried cheeses, shish kebabs, gourmet apples, bubble tea, walleye sandwiches, and Amish pies. Fairgoers enjoy endless, crave-worthy, classic flavors all week long.

📸: Porter County Fair

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