In case you were unsure of when the holidays truly begin, this weekend offers the perfect sneak peek into the next few weeks of holiday and winter celebrations in your communities! With tree lightings, holiday markets, Thanksgiving 5Ks, and even theatre productions and circuses, there’s so much to enjoy.
Take a look at this weekend’s 10 Fun Things to do list to get an idea and be sure to add a few to your calendar!
Grab your running shoes for the Porter-Starke Services Turkey Trot
Happening on Thanksgiving Day, the Porter-Starke Services Turkey Trot is a Region classic that helps you start off the holiday by being thankful for some movement and fresh air. Click the link here for details on how to register.
Head over to Hobart for its Christmas Tree Lighting happening on Friday
Starting at 5 p.m., City of Hobart’s Christmas Tree Lighting is set to be a wonderful evening being surrounded by fellow community members to ring in the holiday season. Click here for more information.
Join the City of Hammond for its Christmas Tree Lighting
Hammond invites you to come together and visit Hammond City Hall on Friday evening to see the celebration of thankfulness and holiday spirit for its Christmas Tree Lighting. It will also be live-streamed for those wishing to join virtually. Click here for details.
Take a seat at Memorial Opera House for its debut of “Holiday Inn”
This production is a fresh take on an old classic, so be sure to grab your tickets while they are still available! The play will be shown from November 26 to December 12. Find more information here.
Did someone say Santa is coming?! It’s time to visit La Porte for the annual Santa Parade!
The Region-favorite La Porte Santa Parade is back again and will be starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 27. Click here for the details from the event’s Facebook page.
Stop by Downtown Valparaiso for its Winterfest and Tree Lighting
Starting at 4 p.m., this year’s Winterfest and Tree Lighting is set to bring together the community for entertainment, photos with Santa, food vendors, and lots of gratitude all around. Find more information here.
Head to Crown Point for the annual Santa Parade
The holiday season is finally here, and the City of Crown Point is excited to bring everyone together for this year’s Santa Parade happening on Saturday, November 27 at 10 a.m. Find more information here.
Peruse through City of Hobart’s Holiday Market
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 28, City of Hobart will be hosting its Holiday Market with an assortment of fun vendors. Check out the website here to learn more.
Catch the last day of the Orak Shrine Circus in Hammond
Bringing you entertainment and animals of all kinds, the Orak Shrine Circus is returning to Hammond and will be performing on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Find your tickets at the link here before they’re gone!
Drive over to Sunset Hill Farm for its annual winter lights showing
Catch the showing of the beautiful and vibrant winter lights at Sunset Hill Farm. They will be shown from 4:30 to 10:30 p.m., so mark your calendars to make sure you don’t miss it! Check out the link here for more details.
