Top 15 Local Favorites in Northern Indiana
Posted on January 17, 2025 by Indiana's Cool North
History, festivals, and exquisite dining collide in Indiana’s Cool North. We asked locals to list their favorite attractions, events, and activities so you can get the most authentic experience possible on your visit to Northern Indiana. Whether you take in one or go for the full 15, you’ll learn just what makes our corner of the country so special.
Great Lakes Grand Prix - Feel the Rumble
Feel the rumble of 3,000 horsepower engines when some of the fastest and most colorful powerboats roar across Lake Michigan at speeds nearing 200 miles per hour. The LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau hosts the Annual Great Lakes Grand Prix off the shores of Washington Park in August. Join in the celebration with concerts, a boat parade and a huge block and boat party where you will be able to meet the teams and see the boats up close. There’s plenty of food and fun each day.
