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A convention and visitors bureau (CVB) is an organization charged with managing a specific geographic area as a visitor destination, thereby improving the local economy through increased visitor spending, creation of jobs and expansion of the local tax base.

The LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau (LPCCVB) was created by state statute in 1979, and serves the entire County of LaPorte as a special purpose governmental unit. Funding is provided by a 5% Innkeepers Tax collected from guests staying at our accommodations.

In 2009, the LaPorte County Convention & Visitors Bureau was branded as Visit Michigan City LaPorte.

Mission Statement

Visit Michigan City LaPorte is the official destination marketing organization that represents the visitor industry and communities to create economic growth from visitor expenditures.

Goals:

Increased economic impact through new visitor spending
Reinforces destination brand equity
Enhances visitor experiential offerings
Invests in the agreed-to destination vision
Creates or expands partnerships

Destination Vision

To become the premier year-round and highly accessible recreational destination centered on a unique mix of urban and rural community entertainment in the Midwest.

Visit Michigan City LaPorte Vision

To be the leading destination management partner within the region by effectively developing and marketing its distinct visitor brand, and advocating tourism benefits to constituencies.

Brand Promise Statement

The Visit Michigan City LaPorte area is Chicago’s Northern Indiana relaxing escape, with beautiful coastal and lakeside scenic settings offering an easily accessible destination on converging Interstates 80/90 and 94. With its fun and exciting Blue Chip gaming, premium outlet shopping, special festivals and events as well as the nearby Indiana Dunes National Park, it offers an array of attractive recreational and cultural experiences for families and those seeking an easy weekend adventure. With its two major city service centers, this Lake Michigan beach destination offers extensive four seasons of activities where visitors can enjoy the pleasures of small rural towns, marinas, agri-heritage attractions, performing arts events, historical museums and adventure travel pursuits that offers an affordable and nostalgic Midwest experience.

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AquaX Grand Prix: Stone Lake hosts La Porte’s event of the summer

By: Caitlyn Kingery Last Updated: July 28, 2024

AquaX Grand Prix: Stone Lake hosts La Porte’s event of the summer Stone Lake drew in a lively crowd as the AquaX Aquacross Grand Prix took over La Porte, with attendees eager to watch the national championship. The event showcased the world's top Jet Ski riders in thrilling, fast-paced competitions, including both...

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Michigan City hosts AquaX Grand Prix, welcoming racers from around the world

By: Curtis Hankins Last Updated: July 17, 2024

Michigan City hosts AquaX Grand Prix, welcoming racers from around the world Washington Park Beach buzzed with activity on Friday evening, as the AquaX Aquacross championship series descended on Michigan City. Featuring the world’s best Jet Ski riders in fast, action-packed competition across endurance and sprint races, the...

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XINSURANCE Great Lakes Grand Prix Returns for an Action-Packed Week, July 30 – August 4

By: Visit Michigan City La Porte Last Updated: July 10, 2024

Celebrating 15 years on the southern shores of Lake Michigan, the LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau welcomes back the award-winning XINSURANCE Great Lakes Grand Prix to Washington Park in Michigan City, IN. The fun-filled Race Week offers...

By: Alyssa Chartrand Last Updated: July 9, 2024

15th annual XINSURANCE Great Lakes Grand Prix features thrilling races and block party The XINSURANCE Great Lakes Grand Prix (XGLGP) makes its 15th annual showing on the shores of Lake Michigan for a week of spirited excitement. The free event promises a spectacle of speed and power as some of the world’s fastest offshore powerboats...

International Jet Sports Boating Association (IJSBA) National Championship 2024

By: Visit Michigan City La Porte Last Updated: July 2, 2024

International Jet Sports Boating Association (IJSBA) National Championship 2024 The IJSBA Closed Course National Championship is set to take place at Stone Lake in LaPorte, Indiana, on July 27th and 28th. This highly anticipated event will bring together over 150 racers and their teams from across the United States, all vying...

By: Curtis Hankins Last Updated: June 7, 2024

Sunset Grille offers food, fun, & bird’s eye view of 3rd Annual Singing Sands Sand Sculpting Festival Michigan City’s third annual Singing Sands Sand Sculpting Festival is underway, bringing some of the world’s greatest sand sculptors to the city for a professional competition and exhibition. Visitors can see the artist’s work-in-progress, tour...

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