Events

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 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.

The season begins on September 14, 2024 with the 19th annual Hoosier Star vocal competition and fundraiser. This popular event features five youth and five adult finalists, who will perform a song with the orchestra and vie for the title of Hoosier Star 2024. Audience members can vote for their favorite performance of the evening, and along with a panel of celebrity judges, choose the winner of this prestigious honor. For tickets and information check out their website at www.lcso.net or call 219-362-9020. ​

Join Ric Federighi and Team WIMS LIVE! The Sunflower Fair in beautiful, historic Downtown La Porte is one of the largest area festivals with over 100 craft and nonprofit vendors. Enjoy a day with family and friends for Artisan wares, food, entertainment, kids activities, and much, much more. Enjoy the many activities of the day: La Porte Farmers Market, kid’s fun zone, a rib cook-off, Artists Gallery Walk, and sunflower growing contest. Visit all the Vendors- and sign up to participate! Brought to you by the City of La Porte and a volunteer committee of dedicated community members, the unique

Join Team WIMS LIVE on Saturday, September 28th from 9:00a-11:00a at Al's Supermarkets on Franklin Street in Michigan City. Our team along with other volunteers will be filling Michigan City School buses with bags of food donated by our community. You can make a donation now by stopping into Al's Supermarkets or visit us on September 28th!

Pioneer Cays will be happening Saturday and Sunday September 28th and September 29th from 10am-4pm. Pioneer Days event is approaching quickly!  Please come out and enjoy a day at Creek Ridge County Park and enjoy the great stations we’ll have set up.  Ham and Beans, kettle corn, apple butter and more food available for donation as well as many hands on activities for the kids.  Draft horse wagon rides and ceramic painting will be back this year as well.  We’ll also have Jimbo’s and Downtown Delights on site as vendors.  Come support our park programming and the La Porte County

Join Ric Federighi on Friday, October 25th for the Franciscan Health Foundation 2nd Annual Spirited Celebration at the Journeyman Distillery in Valparaiso. Funds raised this year will benefit the Northern Indiana Franciscan Health Foundation’s Food Insecurity and Prenatal Assistance Programs. Your sponsorships will support our Fresh Start Markets (healthy food pantries), Mobile Markets (food distribution events) and Food Prescription Programs. 11,110 children and families received food insecurity aid last year. Our Prenatal Assistance Program provides medical care, formula, baby clothes and diapers to expecting families facing financial challenges. 464,288 diapers were distributed last year. You can Make a Difference again this year for some