September is Library card sign-up Month
12:00 AM
Sign up for a new library card during the month of September at the Thomas or Hageman Branch and you will be entered to win a Reading Roulette game for adults or Grab the Mike karaoke game for kids. THOMAS BRANCH • 200 W. INDIANA AVE., CHESTERTON, IN ...
9/26/26 Chesterton's European Market
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 located ...
Indiana Dunes State Park History Hunt
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In celebration of the Indiana Dunes State Park’s 100th Birthday, the annual Duneland History Center History Hunt will take place at the Indiana Dunes State Park. • All participants must begin the hunt at the Nature Center by 2:30 PM to receive their ...
Duneland History Center's History Hunt at Indiana Dunes State Park
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In celebration of the Indiana Dunes State Park’s 100th Birthday, the annual Duneland History Center History Hunt will take place on Saturday, September 26 from 1 PM until 4 PM at Indiana Dunes State Park. All participants must begin the hunt at the ...
September 2026 Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities.
Ribbon Cutting: Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance - Christenson Agency
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us on Friday, October 2 at 4:00 PM as we celebrate the grand opening of Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance - Christenson Agency! Owners Adam and Spring Christenson invite the community to stop by their office at 100 Brown Ave., Suite 1 in Chesterton ...
Copy of Chesterton Moose Lodge Bazaar
The Chesterton Moose Lodge 1623 will be hosting their first annual Bazaar. The Bazaar will include rummage sale items, silent auction baskets, craft/food vendors, food and drinks. Â Open to the public, come join the fun! Looking for vendors to ...
4th Street Print Fest
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Chesterton Art Center for the inaugural 4th Street Print Fest. This free community event celebrates the art of printmaking and brings together artists from across Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland. Meet printmakers, learn about a variety of ...
Ribbon Cutting: Family Promise of Porter County
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us on Monday, October 5 at 4:00 PM as we celebrate the grand opening of Family Promise of Porter County’s newest shelter at 6040 Lute Road in Portage. The evening will include light refreshments, guided tours of the new shelter and remarks from ...
Oct 2026 Candidate Forum
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Candidates will participate in a Candidate Forum hosted by the Duneland Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, April 7 to be held from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM at the Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso. The event will offer guests the opportunity to meet and ...
Ribbon Cutting: City Zoom
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us on Thursday, October 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM as we celebrate the grand opening of City Zoom at 4601 Murvihill Road in Valparaiso! City Zoom, led by Brian Sheely, offers elevated economy transportation to Chicago O’Hare. Enjoy live music, a bar, ...
LAST Household Hazardous Waste Collection of 2026
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Don't miss out on our LAST Household Hazardous Waste Collection of 2026! Proper disposal of hazardous waste is crucial to protecting public health and preserving the environment. Hazardous waste often includes materials that are flammable, corrosive, ...
Chamber Network Night
3:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Chamber Network Night will be here before you know it! Discover solutions to your business needs, connect with potential customers and meet the people behind Porter County's thriving business community, face ...
Ribbon Cutting: Empath Wellness
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Empath Wellness with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, October 22 at 4:30 PM! Located at 501 Allen Court, Suite 1109 in Chesterton, Empath Wellness offers a variety of services focused on movement, recovery, ...
Archery & Forest Bathing Half-Day Retreat
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Archery & Forest Bathing half day retreat. Each practice will take about an hour with instruction and a definition of how these practices are used for meditation. Essential oil products will be offered as part of the experience for both practical and ...
October 2026 Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities.
CHS Career Fair
9:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Duneland Annual Career Fair Returns to Connect Students With Local Career Opportunities CHESTERTON, IN — Duneland School Corporation will host its Annual Career Fair on Wednesday, October 28, at the Chesterton High School Main Gym. The event will take ...
2026 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 ...
2026 8th Grade Reality Check
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Preparing Duneland's Middle Schoolers for the Future! Duneland 8th Graders gather at Liberty Middle School for an intense learning activity designed to illustrate how performance in school will affect their quality of life as adults. 120 ...
November 2026 Business Bingo Night
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
This event offers free entry, prizes, snacks, and ample networking opportunities.
11/28/26 Hometown Holiday Celebration & Twilight Parade
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Join us for our rescheduled Hometown Holiday celebration! The Twilight Parade will step off at 5:15 PM, followed by Visits with Santa in the Park right after the parade. While you're downtown, be sure to shop small and support our incredible local ...