Turn Up the Cool: Live Music Across Northern Indiana
Posted on April 29, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana’s Cool North offers an unforgettable live music experience year-round, with concerts and festivals across charming towns and scenic venues. From lakeside stages and historic theaters to buzzing downtown parks, the region showcases local talent and national acts in every genre. Events like summer concert series, music festivals, and intimate performances bring communities together through rhythm and melody. Whether you're into jazz, rock, country, or blues, Indiana’s Cool North delivers the soundtrack to your getaway.
A Spellbinding Stroll Through the Festival of Magic
July 25-27, 2025
The Annual Festival of Magic transforms downtown Chesterton and Valparaiso into a wizarding wonderland, with Running Vines Winery and Aftermath Cidery taking center stage. Guests explore Nocturn Alley’s mystical marketplace, attend potion-making classes, and collect stamps on a “Carouser’s Map” for prizes. With themed shops, tarot readings, and magical encounters, it’s a spellbinding experience for witches, wizards, and muggles alike.
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