10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, August 26-29

This weekend, the beautiful and lively Northwest Indiana has bike rides, markets, live music, and more! You can read over the quick details here and add a few events to your calendar to enjoy with family and friends.

Tee off at the NWI Home Builders Association Golf Outing

Take a day away from your office or home and step onto the course at Aberdeen with other local contractors and builders at the HBA of NWI’s 2021 golf outing! For more information regarding the day and registration, visit here.

Enjoy Coffee and a Concert with Residences at Coffee Creek

Enjoy the beautiful backdrop of the Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve and enjoy a delicious, complimentary coffee from Red Cup! To RSVP call 219-921-5200 or online here.

Cruise through Valpo in the Valpo Bike Bash and Night Ride

The annual, family-friendly Valpo Night Ride is now taking off from Central Park Plaza! Light up the Valparaiso streets and cycle through the city by starlight on this 10-mile ride that features a new route for 2021. Visit here for event details.

Enjoy fresh produce, meats, unique crafts, vendors, and more at the Portage Parks Market on the Square

The Portage Parks Department will host its Market on the Square from 3 p.m.to 9 p.m. The market is held at Founders Square Park, just north of Central Avenue and west of Hamstrom Road. For more information, click here.

Learn about oil composition with Artist Mark Vandervinne

You will learn the underlying principles that lead to a strong composition, including 10 ways to create and lead the viewer to focal points and how to create harmony through the use of value, shape, and color. Lunch provided. A supply list will be provided. Ages 18+. To register, click here.

Rev up your engines for the Harley Davidson of Valparaiso Southpoint US 30 Cruise In

Come down and check out the bikes, the classic cars, the muscle cars, and listen to the band. There’s something for everyone! For more information, click here.

Catch the last Zao Island Summer Concert Series with Big Dog Mercer

Bring the family to Zao Island to enjoy food, games, and now, live music! This will be Zao Island’s last Summer Concert Series of the season, so you won’t want to miss it. For more information, visit here.

Relive the 80s and 90s at Four Winds Casinos Retro Party on the patio at Kankakee Grill

80/90 is an acoustic male/female (Dan & Lisa Vukmirovich) duo bringing you the best of the 80s and 90s! You won’t want to miss this blast from the past. For more information, click here.

Connect with the community at Vale Park Animal Hospital’s open house

Tour the hospital, meet the staff, and participate in kid activities at the hospital! Food, vendors, and more at the door! Visit here for more information.

Join First Presbyterian Church Valparaiso and The Silverwood Trio for its Summer Song Sundaes Concert

Join First Presbyterian Church Valparaiso on Sunday at its outdoor pavilion for a free live concert featuring The Silverwood Trio. While listening, enjoy some ice cream sundaes and socializing as we wrap up the summertime. For more information, click here.