Three more reasons to get outside. Put on your fitness tracker and discover the ultimate outdoor adventure. Grab your friends, family members, or pets, and take on this challenging hike up the…
Named one of the best places to hike in Indiana by USA Today, Trail 9 at the Indiana Dunes State Park offers incredible vistas and towering sand dunes that make you feel a thousand miles away.
Join Ranger Matt in our Dunes 101 Series to explore everything you need to know about the Indiana Dunes, including how to make the most out of your beach experience, where to camp, and the…
State Park Views
Unplug from everyday stress and connect to nature with over 70 miles of hike-able trails, 15 miles of swim-able coastline, and over 350 species of migratory birds.
Be the change by getting more involved with the Indiana Dunes! There are many no-hassle, volunteer drop-in opportunities available for everyone. Just show up, and the organization provides the…
Brauer Museum of Art - Permanent Collection
- Valparaiso University Brauer Museum of Art
- Recurring daily
The Brauer Museum boasts a collection of more than 5,000 works of art from the mid-19th century to the present. Also…
Celebrating Black Artists
- Valparaiso University Brauer Museum of Art
- Recurring daily
In celebration of Martin Luther King Day, the Brauer Museum of Art opens Celebrating Black Artists . The exhibition…
Connections at the Porter County Museum
- Recurring daily
Connections is currently on display in the Eunice Slagle Gallery of the PoCo Muse. Presenting our discoveries with a…
Lowenstine WWII Roll of Honor
- Porter County Museum (PoCo Muse)
- Recurring daily
In 1943, the American Legion had an idea to erect a Roll of Honor on the east lawn of the courthouse square to…
Open Ice Skating under the Urschel Pavilion
- Recurring daily
Grab your friends, bring the kids, snag your spouse and come out to skate at the William E. Urschel Pavilion. Open…
Opportunity Enterprises Student Exhibition @ The Art Barn School of Art
- Art Barn School of Art. Inc.
- Recurring daily
Art Barn is thrilled to partner with Opportunity Enterprises (OE), well established in the community for providing…
Prehistoric Pop-up
- Porter County Museum (PoCo Muse)
- Recurring daily
The Prehistoric Pop-Up is currently on display in the Montague/Urschel Gallery of the PoCo Muse. Their award-winning…
Chicago Latin Groove
Since 2012, Chicago Latin Groove has been Chicago’s premier Tropical music band. Chicago Latin Groove gained…
Harry Potter Trivia Night
Join us for a night of wizards, witches, and spells! Harry Potter trivia starts at 7:00 pm. It’s FREE to play, all…
MLB Opening Day Trivia Night at Aftermath Cidery & Winery
Take home the glory with a win from our MLB Opening Day Trivia Night! Trivia is free to play, all ages are welcome…
Rosemary with Ginger
- Chicago Street Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Unique experience dinner theater. We are excited to offer our patrons yet another new experience in our studio…
Meet the Animals - Sunset Hill Farm
- Sunset Hill Farm County Park
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
One of our most popular programs. Come meet our farm animals and their caregivers. Our animals include sheep, goats…
Annual Easter Egg Hunt for Grown-ups
Hippity hop hop, Easter is on its way...as is the annual Easter Egg Hunt for Grown-ups. This 21 and over event is an…
Bailly/Chellberg History Hike
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join a ranger and explore the grounds of two historic homes and learn about the history of the area and the early…
Easter Egg Hunt - Porter
Bring your Easter baskets and hop on down to the Porter Park Department's Easter Egg Hunt. Over 5,000 colorful…
Accessible Adventures in the Indiana Dunes
- 5 minute read
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…
Getting Warmed Up with the Rough-legged Hawk
- 6 minute read
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…
Unique Ideas for Celebrating Valentine’s Day in the Indiana Dunes Area
- 3 minute read
It’s not that we don’t love a day about love; it’s just that Valentine’s Day can be...typical. Roses and fancy dinners, champagne, and sunsets—enough to make…
Outdoor Adventures
Shaped by nature, made for adventure. In the Indiana Dunes, it’s all about fun times and tan lines—from…
Dunes Deals
Shake off the sand south of the Indiana Dunes! Dig up real savings with Indiana Dunes Deals and make the most of…
Indiana Dunes Shop
Don’t just experience the Indiana Dunes; take it home with you. Find your new favorite T-shirt, hoodie, or…
Pet Friendly
There’s a reason Indiana Dunes National Park was named the #1 pet-friendly attraction in the state of Indiana…
Arts & Entertainment
It’s not all sand-fringed lakes and epic sunsets. Here, you’ll find a vibrant arts scene stoked by a…
Volunteer
Be the Change — Volunteer! Get more involved with the Indiana Dunes!
Bed & Breakfasts
Feel like family with intimate accommodations that range from nature-inspired retreats in the woods…
Hotels & Inns
A convenient stay located near downtown? What about a country retreat heaped in Old World charm? Or…
