10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, March 26 – March 29

Things are starting to heat up at the turn of the new season. There’s nothing more spectacular than spending time outside with family, friends, and the people you care about the most.

Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend and be sure to add some to your calendar!

Hop into the Belvedere Senior Housing Easter Egg Hunt 

The residents at Belvedere Senior Housing are getting ready for the celebration of Easter. With more than 6,000 Easter eggs and a plethora of candy prepared for the big day, the entire community is welcome to come make this egg hunt extra special. Stop by the Belvedere campus to create a fun and memorable Easter experience a little early! Learn more here.

Try your hand at Lubeznik Center for the Arts Teen Linocut Printmaking Workshop

All teens are welcome to come to the Lubeznik Center for the Arts this weekend for a demonstration and workshop about stamp-making and the basics of linocut printmaking. If you’re ever wanted to create custom stamps and test out different printing techniques, this is the best place to do it this weekend! Learn more here.

Learn about ecological insights with Dr. Doug Tallamy at the La Porte Civic Auditorium

The gardening community and nature enthusiasts throughout the Region can take a trip to the La Porte Civic Auditorium this weekend for the “A Morning with Dr. Doug Tallamy” presentation. Tallamy is a professor of agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware. Come learn some practical insights on how home landscapes support biodiversity and strengthen the ecosystem as a whole! Learn more here.

Party with the Purduettes at Hanover Central High School

Everyone in the community is invited for a special musical performance by the group from Purdue University known as the Purduettes. The Hanover Central High School Auditorium will host this all-female choir for an afternoon of beautiful vocals and lively stage presence right here in the Region! Learn more here.

Dash into a full basket at Easter Egg family event

Kids in fifth grade and below will have an opportunity to put their speed on full display during the Easter Egg Dash in South Bend. Everyone will meet at the field in O’Brien Park. Bring your kids, bring your bags, and put on your best pair of shoes. After the dash, stick around to get a photo with the Easter Bunny and decorate cookies! Learn more here.

Study the food production impact at Elkhart Parks Historical Foodways Discussion 

Have you ever wondered how the ways we produce our food connects us to the past? In many ways, it can reflect our values and impact our communities. The Historical Foodways Discussion Panel at the Elkhart County Historical Museum will touch base on food sovereignty and the effects of food production in the community. Hear various perspectives and other questions from local and Indigenous growers, educators, and eaters all into one! Learn more here.

Listen to a unique concert with Oscar-winning music at the Lerner Theatre

The Music of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit & The Rings of Power will be coming live to the Lerner Theatre this weekend. This comes with a special guest from the films, a symphonic orchestra, and the Oscar-winning music of Ed Sheeran, Howard Shore, Annie Lennox, Enya, and more great composers. This is an all-encompassing musical collaboration that you don’t want to miss! Learn more here.

Dive into the action at Underwater Egg Hunt experience

Everyone has done an egg hunt at one point in their lives, but have you ever done one underwater? The Munster community can come to the Munster Aquatic Center to explore the depths of the pool and swim for floating and sunken colorful eggs. At the end of the egg hunt, everyone will receive a small goodie bag, along with a treat and photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny! Learn more here.

Laugh with Chris Tucker at Hard Rock Casino Northwest Indiana

Comedian Chris Tucker is coming to the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Live venue this weekend. Internationally recognized as an award-winning actor, producer, and comedian, Tucker has had many unforgettable roles such as Detective James Carter in Rush Hour. Come check out this comedic powerhouse as he performs in the Region! Learn more here.

Enjoy Cookies and Canvas at Woodland Park in Portage

If you’re looking for a fun activity to keep the kids occupied this weekend, have them participate in the Cookies and Canvas activity at Woodland Park. This will be an instructional class to show attendees how to paint with their creativity in full effect. Learn about the inner workings of art with this unique learning exercise! Learn more here.