10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, November 11 – 14

This weekend, Northwest Indiana has everything you need for a family fun fall weekend. From country concerts to indoor shops, there is something for everyone over the next few days.. 

Find the list here, and be sure to add a few to your calendar. 

Listen to Neal McCoy at Hobart Art Theater 

Neal McCoy has released fifteen studio albums. In 1993, Neal McCoy broke through with the back-to-back number-one singles “No Doubt About It” and “Wink” from his platinum-certified album, “No Doubt About It.” Click here for more information. 

Create custom glass art at the Art Barn School of Art 

Instructor Mindy Milan will provide an introduction to the fascinating world of warm glass or glass fusing. Students will create jewelry-size pieces, small plates, and candle holders utilizing several techniques. Visit our page here to see more details. 

Head to the 11th Annual Hannah’s Hope Craft and Vendor Show  

Join Hannah’s Hope for lunch, purchase goodies from the bake sale, and get your picture taken with Santa!!! Admission is $1. The first 500 shoppers will receive a Hannah’s Hope reusable shopping bag filled with goodies! Find more information here. 

Participate in Purdue University Northwest’s Pride Stride 5k color run/walk

One of Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) top campus traditions, the Pride Stride 5K color run/walk, makes a highly anticipated in-person return after going virtual in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more here.  

Get in the holiday spirit at the Outdoor Holiday Market  

This market features vendors, food, crafts, music, Santa, carriage rides and a bake sale. Click here for more details. 

Support Valparaiso’s police department at the Back the Blue BINGO event at Zao Island 

Join us for a night of winning and fun! Tickets are $25, which includes 12 games of bingo and a dauber. All bingo proceeds from the event will benefit the Valparaiso F.O.P. Lodge 76. Learn more here.  

Check out the latest All About the Girls Podcast episode featuring Colleen Brennan   

Find the episode here. 

Get your shopping on at the City of Hammond’s Indoor Garage Sale  

Click here for details. 

Celebrate Memorial Opera house at its All Together Now! Global event 

The evening begins with cash bar cocktails, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, raffle items, merchandise, and other fundraising opportunities. Entertainment follows with All Together Now! a special presentation of favorite songs from Broadway musicals, including, Fiddler on the Roof, Guys & Dolls, Rent, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Les Misérables, and more! Click here for more information.

Attend the Porter County Expo Center’s biggest event at the 3 Little Birds Market

The 3 Little Birds Holiday Market is one of Porter County Expo Center’s biggest events to shop over 90 small, local, and boutique businesses for wonderful one-of-a-kind, handmade, unique and vintage products! Enjoy live music, local food, or join a creative workshop! Head to the link here to learn more.