Top 15 Outstanding Things to Do

Want to make the most of your precious vacation time when you travel to Indiana’s Cool North? Check out our top 15 things to do that are anything but ordinary. Of course this is just a sampling of all the awesome attractions and activities our region has to offer. What will you discover when you visit us?

Map for 2023 Top Big Things

Map for 2023 Top Big Things

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  1. Pierogi Fest (Whiting, July 28-30)
  2. Festival of the Lakes (Hammond, July 12-16)
  3. Rock ‘n’ Rail Music & Street Festival (Griffith, Aug 31-Sept 3)
  4. Maple Sugar Time (Indiana Dunes National Park, Mar 11-12)
  5. Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival (Indiana Dunes National Park, Sept 9-17)
  6. Chesterton’s European Market (Chesterton, Saturdays, May-Oct)
  7. Great Lake Grand Prix (Washington Park, Michigan  City, Aug 2-6)
  8. LaPorte Lake Fest (LaPorte, July 28-30)
  9. LaPorte County Fair (LaPorte, July 8-15)
  10. Elkhart Jazz Festival (Elkhart, June 22-25)
  11. Quilt Gardens (Elkhart County, May 30-Sept 15)
  12. Elkhart County 4-H Fair (Goshen, July 21-29)