Each fall, local organizations come together to lead over 100 events in ten days to celebrate the wide variety of outdoor adventures you can have in Northwest Indiana. The Indiana Dunes Outdoor Adventure Festival highlights the natural and cultural significance of the region through outdoor…
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Barbie is everywhere these days thanks to the new Barbie movie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Her presence is even felt in the Indiana Dunes area. Here are just some of the ways Barbie lovers can celebrate the pink-clad doll created in 1959 by American businesswoman Ruth Handler: Designer…
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The Chesterton Arts District is a vibrant collective of arts-aligned organizations and creative businesses dedicated to promoting and nurturing the arts in the Duneland community. This new initiative aims to champion a thriving arts scene and position Chesterton as a regional destination for…
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Fresh-baked crust, bright red tomato sauce, and gooey cheese. And let's not forget the toppings! Whether you stick to the basics like sausage or pepperoni or are a die-hard fan of pineapple pizza, nearly everyone has a favorite pizza pie. We know everyone probably has a favorite pizzeria too, but…
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If you're new to birding, there's no better place to start than the Indiana Dunes. With over 370 species of birds recorded in the area, the Dunes provides the perfect location to learn about the diversity of bird life and practice your beginning birding skills. When birds migrate around the eastern…
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Since 1893, the Memorial Opera House has been an impressive part of downtown Valparaiso, hosting hundreds of theatrical and community events over the years. Most people don't know that legends such as John Phillip Sousa and the Marx Brothers have graced the stage. In recent years, downtown…
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Whether you like over-the-top cupcakes, donuts to go with your morning cup o' joe, or triple scoop ice cream cones, the communities of Porter County have something for every sweet tooth. We asked our locals to tell us about their favorite places to get sweet treats, and it quickly became clear that…
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How do you save money while visiting the Indiana Dunes area? We've made it easy. All you have to do is sign up for our free Dunes Deals Passport, and you'll have discounts and coupons for restaurants, shops, and things to do! Not enough to convince you? Here are five reasons you should use Dunes…
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Accessible Adventures in the Indiana Dunes Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you're looking to hike, bird, paddle, or just wander and take in the scenery, the Indiana Dunes area has many accessible adventures to offer. Here are some popular outdoor places and…
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My ninety-year-old neighbor used to tell me that he was going out fishing… not catching, but fishing. It’s about the experience, he’d tell me. And that is how it is with me and birding… it’s about the experience. Attempting to see some birds—sometimes being able to watch and identify them, and…
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