Community Awards
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Celebrate excellence at our annual Community Awards Ceremony! Join us for lunch as we honor individuals and businesses making a difference in Duneland with the following awards: Putting Duneland on the Map Business Renovation New Construction ...
Neck and Shoulder Pain Workshop
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Celebrate Freedom from Pain! Learn how to Identify the real cause of your discomfort Relieve neck and shoulder pain without medications or surgery Improve posture and mobility Prevent future flare-ups
Chesterton Physical Therapy celebrates 17 years!
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join Chesterton Physical Therapy at their flagship location in Chesterton as we celebrate another amazing year of healing, health and community! We will have fun for the whole family. Refreshments, raffles, games, memories and fun! Come meet ...
Artists' Reception for Right Here: Vin + Hazel Hannell and Their Continued Influence
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Third Friday Artists’ Reception: July 18, 4–7 PM Historical Presentation by Serena Ard: July 24, 5 PM Right Here celebrates All exhibition events are free and open to the public, and all are welcome! Vin and Hazel Hannell, ...
Summer Tunes
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy a summer of music and movies with Westchester Public Library! Join us for Summer Tunes, featuring live outdoor concerts at Hawthorne Park in Porter: Cobalt Joy on Friday, July 18 at Chesterton Park.
Chesterton's European Market - July 19
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Howdy Porter County!! Let's protect our local environment by properly disposing of our Household Hazardous Waste at our next collection event on Saturday, July 19th, 2025 from 9am-2pm at Boone Grove High School. Please enter at 500W. Proper disposal ...
Brush Up on Your Trivia! Trivia Night Fundraiser for Art Barn
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, July 19 from 6-9pm | 21+ Tickets $30, Tables of 8 $225 PURCHASE HERE Peddlers Pizza Pub, 5 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Join us for a lively evening of trivia, community, and a healthy dose of competition at Peddlers Pizza ...
Vin + Hazel Hannell Historical Presentation
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Right Here: Vin + Hazel Hannell and Their Continued Influence Historical Presentation by Serena Ard: July 24, 5 PM Serena Ard, Museum Curator at the Westchester Township History Museum, will present on the Hannels and their role in establishing the ...
Moonlight Movie
8:15 PM - 10:00 PM
Don’t miss Moonlight Movies on Thursday, July 24 at 8:15 PM, featuring A Minecraft Movie under the stars at Chesterton Park. Free popcorn provided—bring your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a night of family fun!
Chesterton's European Market - July 26
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
Wine & Wildlife
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, July 26, 2025 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Four Corners Winery 294 E 600 N, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Join Humane Indiana Wildlife for Wine & Wildlife, a family-friendly celebration of nature, animals, and local charm—set in the scenic vineyards of ...
Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business Bingo Night! This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities. Sponsored by __________, it's the perfect occasion to bring a friend, have some fun, and make new connections. This month's theme is ...
Chesterton's European Market - August 2
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
66th Annual Chesterton Art Fair
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Chesterton Art Fair is a premier juried art festival with a deep history of providing a stellar experience for both participating artists and visitors. In its 66th year, Chesterton Art Fair drew artists and patrons from all over the Midwest and beyond. ...
66th Annual Chesterton Art Fair
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Chesterton Art Fair is a premier juried art festival with a deep history of providing a stellar experience for both participating artists and visitors. In its 66th year, Chesterton Art Fair drew artists and patrons from all over the Midwest and beyond. ...
New Teachers Reception
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
All members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce are invited to attend a luncheon welcoming new teachers to the Duneland School Corporation. You can sponsor a teacher's lunch and your own! You will be seated with your teacher and listed in the luncheon ...
Ribbon Cutting: Victory Nissan Chesterton
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us for the ribbon cutting at Victory Nissan Chesterton on Wednesday, August 6 at 4:30 PM at 220 Verplank Road, Chesterton. Celebrate their grand opening with Victory Nissan swag, a food truck, complimentary alignment checks, service coupons, and ...
Ribbon Cutting: Justin Salamanca American Family Insurance
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration on August 7 at 4:30 PM at 103 W Morgan Ave in Chesterton, as we celebrate the grand opening of Justin Salamanca’s American Family Insurance agency. A Chesterton native with over 11 years of experience in the ...
Chesterton's European Market - August 9
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
Household Hazardous Waste Collection + Paper Shredding
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Howdy Porter County!! Let's protect our local environment by properly disposing of our Household Hazardous Waste at our next collection event on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 from 9am-2pm at Neighbors' Educational Opportunities Building in Portage. ...
Ceramics Make-A-Thon
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FREE Event for all ages, children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Please let us know you are planning to go by responding to this event! Get your hands dirty and help us stock up on ceramic pieces to be used for our popular “Paint a ...
Chesterton's European Market - August 16
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
Chesterton's European Market - August 23
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
Valpo Car Truck and Bike Show & Swap Meet
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Late-Summer Valpo Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet returns to the Porter County Expo Center the weekend before Labor Day! Over 500 swap spaces, hundreds of paved parking places for show vehicles and thousands of spectators through ...
Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business Bingo Night! This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities. Sponsored by __________, it's the perfect occasion to bring a friend, have some fun, and make new connections. This month's theme is ...
Chesterton's European Market - August 30
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us at Chesterton's European Market every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October in historic downtown Chesterton. From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, visit us at Broadway and Third Street, next to Thomas Centennial Park. We're ...
WEEKDAY Household Hazardous Waste Collection
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Don't miss out on our WEEKDAY HHW Collection this September!! Please enter through GATE 3. Proper disposal of hazardous waste is crucial to protecting public health and preserving the environment. Hazardous waste often includes materials that are ...
Dragon Boats Family Festival
The Ultimate Family & Team Building Event Returns! Dragon Boats Family Festival Saturday, September 6, 2025 | Stone Lake, LaPorte, IN Enjoy thrilling dragon boat races, family fun zone, food trucks, music, and fun for all ages! Proceeds support ...
Vino al Fresco
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS As the weather starts to turn cooler and nights become longer, we’re embracing the season with Vino al Fresco! Enjoy wine tastings from a variety of local wineries. On Saturday, September 13, our Vino al Fresco will be hosted ...
9th Annual Art Blitz Festival
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Immerse yourself in a world of art-making and creativity at our 9th annual Art Blitz! Enjoy hands-on art activities, exhibits, artist demos, hayrides, live music, great food, and more. Don’t miss out on cutting your own sunflowers, joining a scavenger ...
Paws in the Park
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
This year's annual tail-wagging celebration, Paws in the Park, is right around the corner. Featuring extended hours, the party has never been bigger! Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025 Time: 9am - 7pm Location: Community Park, 8679 Calumet Ave. ...
Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business Bingo Night! This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities. Sponsored by __________, it's the perfect occasion to bring a friend, have some fun, and make new connections. This month's theme is ...
Chamber Network Night
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Chamber Network Night will be here before you know it, and this year it will be sweet like candy! Discover solutions to your business needs, connect with potential customers and meet the people behind Porter County's thriving business community, face ...
Downtown Trick or Treat
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for Downtown Trick or Treat and showcase your business by handing out candy to hundreds of local families. Set up your table at the Chamber of Commerce or on Broadway—don’t forget decorations and at least 1,000 pieces of candy to share. It’s a ...
Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business Bingo Night! This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities. Sponsored by __________, it's the perfect occasion to bring a friend, have some fun, and make new connections. This month's theme is ...
Hatta Girl
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Celebrating Women And The Many Hats We Wear A women’s tea featuring a panel of female speakers who are ready to share their insights and experiences. Learn how they manage juggling the many hats they wear and how it contributes to their successes. ...
Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business Bingo Night! This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities. Sponsored by __________, it's the perfect occasion to bring a friend, have some fun, and make new connections. This month's theme is ...
Valpo Holidaze Craft & Vendor Show
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Valpo Holidaze Craft and Vendor Show kicks off the Holiday Season every year the weekend before Thanksgiving, with three sold-out buildings and over 200 craft vendors.
Hometown Holiday Celebration
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Come and celebrate the holiday's, Duneland style! Holiday themed Chesterton's European Market, Tree Lighting Ceremony, and the Twilight Parade. Everyone is invited! Hometown Holiday Outdoor Market Some of your favorite Chesterton's European Market ...
Mistletoe Market
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Chesterton's European Market Dresses Up for the Holidays What: Northwest Indiana's Most Extraordinary Holiday Shopping Experience When: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Where: Outdoors at 220 Broadway, Chesterton Who: Everyone is invited to shop! Tickets: This event ...
Chamber Holiday Party
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join the Duneland Chamber of Commerce for our Annual Holiday Party! Come to celebrate a great year and network with Chamber members before the holidays.