Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on April 15, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana's Cool North offers an array of must-see summer and fall events in 2025. Music and art lovers can enjoy vibrant events like art festivals, the Elkhart Jazz Festival, the Festival of the Lakes, and the Elvis Fantasy Fest. For thrill-seekers, the excitement of the Great Lakes Grand Prix and the energy of county fairs offer unforgettable experiences. Here are 16 events that highlight the region's vibrant culture and community spirit.
Sounds of Summer: Valparaiso's Free Concert Series
Thursday Evenings, June 17 – August 28, 2025
The Valparaiso Summer Concert Series offers free Thursday evening performances at the Northwest Health Amphitheater in Central Park Plaza. Featuring talented bands from Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, the series delivers vibrant live music for all ages. Guests can relax on blankets or chairs and enjoy food from local downtown eateries.
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