10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 7 – 10
- By: Peyton Mahlmann
- Last Updated: October 6, 2021

Happening on Thursday, October 7, Purdue Northwest’s Pride Strike 5K Color Run/Walk is a highly-anticipated event that is being brought to you for the fifth year in a row. Head to the website here for more information including how to register.

Valpo Parks invites you to bring your bike and attend its Autumn Colors ride happening at Rogers-Lakewood Park on Thursday starting at 5:15 p.m. The event is free and will allow you to soak in the beauty of fall in Valparaiso. Find more information here.

“Celebrating Friends & Legends” reception is held each year to honor those who lend support and volunteer to aid in the mission of the Valpo Parks Foundation. Learn more here.

Featuring two fun events for the community – Hocus Pocus Canvas and Hocus Pocus Movie Night – the City of Hammond is ready to bring the city together to celebrate Halloween this month. The two-day event begins with the movie night on Friday, October 8, followed by the painting on Saturday, October 9. Find more information here.

It’s a sold-out event year after year, so get your tickets before they’re gone! Head to our website here to learn more about this concert happening on Saturday.

Faith Bible Church is hosting its 10th Annual Pumpkin Launchin this Saturday, October 9. Find more details on how to get involved on our website here.

Make-A-Wish is inviting you to get your exercise in while supporting an amazing cause for children. The event starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 9, so head to our website here to learn more.

Dress up the kids and bring them to Downtown La Porte for some sweet treats from local businesses, brought to you by the La Porte Small Business Coalition. Check out the event’s page here for more information.

Play sessions are at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Each play session is 3 hours. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. Members should also reserve tickets online Purchase your ticket here.

Learn more about this event here.