Below you'll find dozens of Easter events all across Northwest Indiana! Check back often, we'll be updating this list daily through Easter.

Under these unique circumstances, please understand that the details in this post are subject to change at any moment and we strongly encourage you to contact the event organizers for the most up to date information prior to attendance.

Hoppy Easter!

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BURNS HARBOR

Spectacular Egg Event and General Egg Hunt
April 16
Ages: 0-12
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CEDAR LAKE

Youth Baseball Easter Egg Hunt
April 16
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CHESTERTON

Easter Bouquet Arranging Class
April 16
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CROWN POINT

Nicole Hanson Group Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Photos
April 9
Ages: 0-10
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DYER

Bunny Bags & Photos with the Easter Bunny
Sign up now, event is April 10-14
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Dyer Parks Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: Up to 8
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Dyer Parks Flashlight Egg Hunt
April 14
Ages: 9-12
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EAST CHICAGO

East Chicago Drive-Thru Easter Egg Hunt
April 2
Ages: 1-13
*Must register*
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GARY

Free Kids Easter Basket & Family Brunch
April 15
Ages 2-10 for basket, children must be present
*Drive-Thru Only
*Lake County residents only, with valid ID
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HAMMOND

Hop and Shop Easter Event with Egg Hunt & Bunny Photos
April 3
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HIGHLAND

HighlandGriffith Chamber Breakfast with the Bunny
April 2
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North Township Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: 1-10
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LAKE STATION

Community Egg Hunt
April 16
Ages: 1-12
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LA PORTE

La Porte First Church of God Easter Egg Hunt
April 16
All ages
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MERRILLVILLE

Easter Bunny Photos at Southlake Mall
April 2-16
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Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
April 4
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Chasing Dreams Learning Center Egg Glow Hunt
April 9
Ages: Individuals with special needs, newborn to 25
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Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA Craft, Vendors, Food & Photos with the Easter Bunny
April 9
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Sensory Friendly Photos with the Easter Bunny
April 10
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Pentecostals of SouthLake
April 16
Ages 2-11
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MICHIGAN CITY

Free Kids Easter Basket & Family Brunch
April 15
Ages 2-10 for basket, children must be present
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Bunny Hop at the Botanic Gardens
April 16
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MUNSTER

Westminster Presbyterian Egg Hunt
April 2
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Underwater Egg Hunt, Open Swim & Photos with the Bunny
April 3
Ages: 2+
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Great Egg Chase Flashlight Egg Hunt
April 8
Ages: 9-13
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Community Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: Walking-8
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St. Paul's Lutheran Church & School Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: 1 to 2nd grade
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CSRI Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: Individuals of all ages who have special needs & abilities.
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PORTAGE

Breakfast with the Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
April 9
Egg Hunt – Ages: 3-11
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Dog Photos with the Easter Bunny
April 9
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Easter Fun Fair – Egg Hunt & Bike Giveaway
April 16
Ages: 2-10
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Portage United Pentecostal Church Easter Egg Hunt
April 16
Ages: 0-12
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SAINT JOHN

Town of St. John Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: 2-8
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Hage Insurance Shred-a-Thon & Easter Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: 12 & under
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SCHERERVILLE

Up Your Alley Breakfast Buffet & Photos
April 9
All ages
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Schererville Parks Breakfast with the Bunny & Egg Hunt
April 9 & April 10
All ages
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Tri-Town Safety Village Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Craft Show & Food Trucks
April 9
Ages: 2-10
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Bunny Photos at Whimsy Do's
April 15-16
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Schererville Parks Flashlight Egg Hunt
April 14
Ages: 4-12
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Easter Sunday Brunch at Villa Cesare
April 17
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VALPARAISO

Easter Bath Bomb Painting Class
April 2
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Portage Township Parks Easter Fest at Haven Hollow Park
April 9
Ages: 12 & under
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Immanuel Lutheran Easter Egg Hunt
April 9
Ages: 0-5th grade
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Porter County Community Egg Hunt
April 16
Ages: 0-12
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Valparaiso Baptist Church Easter Event with Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny
April 16
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WHITING

Easter Parade
April 9
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WINFIELD

Community Egg Hunt & Photos with the Bunny
April 16
Ages: 2-10
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We wanted to highlight these farmers and crafters and inform our residents at Whitcomb Terrace about farmers markets happening right here around Merrillville. From fruits and veggies to craft goods, honey, and baked goods, these are the best local markets to enjoy!

Miller Beach Farmers Market

667 S. Lake Street, just south of Route 12 in Gary, Indiana

219-238-6758, or by emailing [email protected]

May – September, Sundays, 11 am – 1 pm

Just 20 minutes north of Whitcomb Terrace, and within walking distance of Marquette Park Beach, Miller Beach Farmers Market is one of the best. This is a great way to get out on a weekend and see both a fantastic market and get out on the water!

This market features a vast range of local foods and craft goods, including farm-fresh produce, baked goods, ethnic foods, honey, plants, fresh-cut flowers, handmade soaps and body butter, cheese, jewelry, and art. Outreach and education are important, which is why we also sponsor local nonprofits and feature them in the market.

This not-for-profit market relies on vendors and fundraising. Volunteers are a huge part of our organization, an extension of the Miller Beach Arts & Creative District. 

Come enjoy the sunshine!

2021 Hobart Summer Market on the Lake  

Festival Park 

111 E Old Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342

219-942-CITY

Thursdays, May 27 – August 26, 4 pm to 9 pm

The Summer Market on the Lake is a great place to enjoy outdoor marketplaces featuring local, fresh produce, baked items, unique foods, crafts, jewelry, local beer, and live music!

The Festival Park Bandshell begins at 6 pm the same evening, with bands scheduled into August.

8/12 – Gerry Hundt

8/26 – Dirt Born

We love getting out and enjoying the community and all our local vendors have to offer. We hope you’ll join us this summer/fall!

Know of any other great markets? Support your local community and let us know in the comments below!

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Summer events are back in full swing for 2021, and one of our local favorites is the Porter County Fair. From draft horses and dog shows to live music from some of the most famous musicians around, the annual fair is sure to be a hit. 

This year’s Porter County Fair will be held from July 22 – 31 with fun and entertaining events happening daily. 

The fair takes place at Porter County Fairgrounds, located at 217 E. Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN. Parking is always free, and there are four main parking lots surrounding the grounds.

Grandstand Concerts

Kicking off the fair on July 22, Brantley Gilbert will be performing with special guest Lauren Alaina!

Brantley Gilbert

Time: 7:30 pm on 7/22

Miranda Lambert

Time: 7:30 pm on 7/23

For King and Country

Time: 7:30 pm on 7/24

Ticket options for concerts:

• PIT/Golden Circle

  • Standing Only in front of the stage    

  • No chairs, strollers, blankets, bottles, or cans are allowed in the Pit.

  • Golden circle is a seating area in front of the stage for King and Country

• VIP

  • Reserved Seating behind Pit

• TRACK

  • Reserved Seating behind the VIP Section

• GRANDSTAND 

  • Reserved Seating in the Grandstand

Tickets and more information for the Grandstand events can be found here.

Other Grandstand Events

From July 25 – 31 there will be other exciting events such as the Demolition Derby, Rodeo Bull Riding, Drag Racing, and a School Bus Derby.

Tickets for these events can also be found at the above link.

Carnival

There will be a huge carnival at this year’s fair, including over 35 different rides, plus games, food vendors, and more. Kids can get their feet wet on the mini roller coaster, and there are plenty of thrill rides for adults like the mega drop.

4-H Events and Food

There will be all sorts of competitions from young competitors, including dog shows, beef, sheep, cattle, horses and much more. 

Other judged events consist of a BBQ competition, a robotics demonstration, creative arts, and a music competition. 

Will all of this happening and much, much more, the Porter County Fair is packed with summer fun for people of all ages. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Tickets for the entire fair and all its events can be found here.

• Admission is free before 12 pm

• Food begins at 11 am

• Carnival Rides begin at 1 pm

Let us know if you plan to attend in the comments below!

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