10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, April 9 – April 12

With Easter Sunday now a thing of the past, more outdoor activities and community gatherings are about to roll through the Region that you don’t want to miss.

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!

Prioritize health this weekend at Methodist Hospitals Spring Health Fair 

What’s better than starting your weekend with a morning smoothie? Methodist Hospitals is giving them out free for community members who come in for a morning of free health screenings at the Indiana University Northwest Savannah Center. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity for education and healthy living! Learn more here.

Join the Fight for Air Climb with UnitedHealthcare 

The American Lung Association is hosting its annual Fight for Air Climb within the stairwells of Chicago’s Prudential Towers. UnitedHealthcare is a presenting sponsor, joining a national movement of 20,000 climbers across 40 cities. Come join the rally of teams from across the Greater Chicago area to support respiratory health! Learn more here.

Welcome the Debutants to the Memorial Opera House

For the first time ever at the Memorial Opera House, there will be a special performance by Debutants. A group that started as a duo of longtime friends, this string band features two fiddles and a cello today. Listen to the joy this group brings through radiating music all evening long! Learn more here.

Sprint through the 45th Annual Hub Run

Join in the Crossroads YMCA’s race for the 45th Annual Hub Run. This race will open at Bulldog Park, starting at 9 a.m. on April 11. This race will be a part of the YMCA Triple Crown Challenge. All the money for this event will support the organization’s income-based scholarship program. Come support the youth of the community through a family-fun activity! Learn more here.

Dig into history with Archaeology 101

If you’re a history enthusiast, then this is the opportunity for you. Students and community members will be able to discover what an archaeologist does while handling real artifacts and getting their hands dirty with excavating activities. Learn the value of studying archaeology through this opportunity at Bonneyville Mill County Park! Learn more here.

Watch rock and roll live on during Bob Seger album tributes

As a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Bob Seger’s iconic albums Live Bullet and Night Moves, the legendary tribute is coming to the Lerner Theatre. This show will feature deep cuts that will satisfy any Bob Seger fan. If you’ve never been to a 1970’s Rock and Roll Show, this is a great opportunity to get the blood pumping! Learn more here.

Score from local vendors at Elkhart Farmer’s Market 

No matter the weather, the Elkhart Farmers Market will be taking place this weekend for an opportunity to shop local vendors. Fresh produce, baked good, handmade items, and more will be available at the McNaughton Pavilion, so bring your friends and family for the ultimate shopping experience! Learn more here.

Draw out your exploration at Art in the Park

Creativity will be on full display this weekend at the Ox Bow Haus Shelter in Ox Bow County Park. Bring your favorite art supplies and enjoy a peaceful walk through the park this weekend. Settle into a quiet spot to sketch, paint, or journal about what you saw during Art in the Park! Learn more here.

Jump out of your skin at Halfway to Halloween Macabre Market

Burn ‘Em Brewing is inviting the community to its annual spooky springtime market. The Halfway to Halloween Macabre Market returns to Michigan City. The Back Room will be filled with unique artists and makers of everything unusual. Join the vendors and stay for some delicious treats! Learn more here.

Celebrate legendary hits at Bees Gees Gold Tribute

Amazing hits from the Bees Gees Gold Tribute are coming to the La Porte Civic Auditorium. Backed by a live band, the band will recreate the look and sound of the Bees Gees during the 1960s and 1970s decades. Throw it back with this magical night of nostalgic memories! Learn more here.