Events

JOIN TEAM WIMS LIVE ON SATURDAY! Running July 26th through July 28th, the festival boasts three days of music, art, food and fun for the whole family on La Porte’s Pine, Stone and Clear lakes. This event is the perfect occasion to showcase the city’s lakes and natural resources, as well as show neighboring communities what it means to be “Livin’ the Lake Life” in the City of La Porte   FRIDAY SCHEDULE: Friday Night Live @ LakeFest Presented by Mayor Tom Dermody / City of La Porte Fox Park 4-11pm Mountain Bike Group Ride Presented by Northern Indiana Mountain

See the world’s fastest and most powerful offshore boats dash and splash along the southern edge of Lake Michigan, visible from Washington Park beach and shoreline. Meet boat owners, racers and team members staged throughout Washington Park. This free, action-packed weekend boasts a boat parade, block party, live entertainment, family activities, festival food and drinks and the ultimate in power-boat racing.   Stay tuned for the daily schedule which will be released later this year.

Join us this summer for the 42nd Lubeznik Arts Festival (LAF)! LAF is one of the highlights of summer in Northwest Indiana! Taking place on LCA’s grounds, just steps away from Lake Michigan, LAF connects festivalgoers to our dynamic programming and exhibitions. During this year’s festival, we’ll have all sorts of artists, local food vendors, indoor exhibitions, family activities, demos and a live mural competition. LCA’s summer blockbuster exhibition will also be on display inside the Hyndman Gallery.   Admission: Saturday Admission: $5 LCA Members: Free Children 16 & Under: Free Active Military Personnel and Veterans: Free Sunday Admission: Free

Join TEAM WIMS LIVE!! Tour de La Porte is a walking, running, and cycling event that raises money to support the mission of the La Porte County Family YMCA. Every year, the YMCA helps thousands of people lead a happier, healthier lifestyle through programs that promote healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. With your help, we can make La Porte County a better place to call home!

Each $125 ticket purchase will provide a senior in need with 1 month of hot, nutritious lunches and a wellness check. Carlos and Elena, owners of Don Quijote will generously donate the venue and meal so that 100% of the funds raised will go directly to seniors in need. Questions? Contact Maria Galka at (219) 531-2078 or mgalka@vnanwi.org.

Join Team WIMS LIVE all weekend long! Oktoberfest is back in Michigan City! Oktoberfest features over 40 live entertainment acts on three stages, multiple full bars and a wide variety of food, art, craft and merchandise vendors as well as a Kids Zone. Labor Day weekend fun for the whole family!

Join Ric Federighi and TEAM WIMS LIVE! As the weather starts to turn cooler and nights become longer, we’re embracing the season with Vino al Fresco! Enjoy wine tastings from a variety of local wineries. On Saturday, September 16, our Vino al Fresco will be hosted in downtown Chesterton, at Thomas Centennial Park. Your ticket includes entry, unlimited tastings, live music and commemorative glass. Wineries & Food TBD This is a standing wine tasting event that takes place in Thomas Centennial Park. Limited seating will be available in the park. Feel free to bring your own chairs or picnic blankets.

A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR THE LA PORTE COUNTY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA​

The LCSO’s 52nd season opener celebrates Latin-American music and the vibrant and colorful Mexican holiday Day of the Dead, which honors family members who have died. Led by Music Director Dr. Carolyn Watson and featuring guest soloist, guitarist Guido Sanchez-Portuguez playing Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez, this concert will also feature works by Mexican composers Gabriela Ortiz, Carlos Chávez, José Pablo Moncayo, and Arturo Márquez.

Please join the VNA Hospice for a celebration of veterans in the Northwest Indiana community. Inspired by the stand downs of the Vietnam era which offered service members a break from combat to attend to personal needs, the event will provide veterans with the opportunity to obtain resources, benefits, and other helpful information from 50+ vendors in one, convenient location. Veterans of all eras and their families are invited to join the events. A copy of a DD-214, Military ID, or VA Health Care Card is requested to enter the event. For more information please call (219) 531-8078.

Join Team WIMS Live as Michigan City rings in the Holiday Season with the traditional Festival of Lights Parade, followed by the lighting of the Official Christmas Tree and the Festival of Lights display in Washington Park. The parade runs north on Franklin St through the Uptown Arts District, from 9th St to 4th St and begins at 4pm, followed immediately by the lighting of the tree in front of the Michigan City Public Library.