Visit Michigan City LaPorte

01/24/2025

❄️ WinterFest is here! ❄️ Enjoy a weekend packed with fun, starting today with FREE ice skating at the Downtown LaPorte Ice Rink, Ice Sculpting at Plaza 618, and the Hotel California: Eagles Tribute Concert at the Civic Auditorium.

Saturday offers ice fishing, family fun activities, snowball softball, bike rides, and nature walks, while Sunday features horse-drawn wagon rides through scenic winter views and more.

Find the full schedule and event registrations at www.laporteparkandrec.com/winterfest.

01/22/2025

❄️ The Shelf Ice Brewfest returns Sat, Feb 22, in Michigan City’s Uptown Arts District, near the beautiful (and snow-covered!) shores of Lake Michigan. This is THE winter beer festival you don’t want to miss!
🍺 Picture this: 40+ breweries, live music, cozy fire pits, delicious food, and the frosty fun of winter all rolled into one unforgettable outdoor party.
🔥 Dress warm, grab your tasting glass, and let the good times flow!
✨New Location: This year, it's on 5th Street between Pine St and Michigan Blvd.
🎟️ Tickets are limited, so don’t wait : www.theuptownartsdistrict.com/project/shelf-ice-brew-fest/
Cheers to Shelf Ice! 🍻

01/21/2025

📅 LaPorte Winterfest 2025 is just a few days away and offering fun activities for all ages! Be sure to add Luhr County Park to your weekend plans—enjoy cookie decorating, a night hike, games, snowshoeing, and more. ❄️✨

01/20/2025

Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

01/17/2025

📣Attention Visitors and Locals: The Franklin Street Bridge leading to Washington Park is closed for repairs until approx. March 15th. During this time, access to Washington Park will be available via Center Street.

The Franklin Street Bridge leading to Washington Park will be CLOSED FOR REPAIRS beginning this Thursday, Jan. 16 and lasting through approximately March 15. Thank you for your patience.

01/17/2025

❄️ The countdown is on—WinterFest 2025 is just one week away! ❄️

Get ready for a weekend full of fun with activities like ice sculpting demonstrations, a snowball softball tournament, Family Movie Day, the Ice Fishing Derby, horse-drawn wagon rides, Frosty’s Frozen Bike Ride, and more.

Mark your calendars for one of the most magical weekends of the season! is packed with activities for all ages, so gather your family and friends and enjoy LaPorte’s winter wonderland.

For the full schedule of events, visit www.laporteparkandrec.com/winterfest.

One of the most ❄magical❄ weekends of the month is almost here! is next weekend! The festivities will keep you busy and out of the house all weekend, so bring your family and friends to experience La Porte's winter wonderland. There is something for everyone, so check out the full schedule of events below or visit www.laporteparkandrec.com/winterfest for more information. ❄❄ Thank you to event sponsors: 1st Source Bank and Larson-Danielson Construction❄❄

01/16/2025

Purdue University Northwest invites the community to join the 2025 MLK Day Celebrations! ✨

01/15/2025

🎣 The Lakes are Calling – It’s Ice Fishing Time in LaPorte! ❄️

With this blast of cold weather, the lakes in LaPorte are frozen, and the fish are biting! 🐟 Whether you're a seasoned pro or trying ice fishing for the first time, our beautiful LaPorte Lakes are the perfect spot for a winter adventure.

⛑️ Stay safe on the ice and follow the guidelines from the Indiana DNR: www.in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/fishing/ice-fishing-safely. Safety first, fun always!

🔥 Mark your calendars – the Ice Fishing Derby is coming up on Saturday, January 25, as part of !

📅 For more on ice fishing and winter fun in LaPorte, visit visitmichigancitylaporte.com.

01/14/2025

Nature’s artistry on display ❄️✨ The iconic Washington Park Lighthouse surrounded by Lake Michigan’s icy embrace is a breathtaking winter scene.

01/13/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the LaPorte Invitational! 🏀 Alongside the City of LaPorte, Visit Michigan City LaPorte is proud to play a key role in making this event a success year after year! 🎉

01/11/2025

📣 Announcement - LaPorte Invitational Tickets are officially sold out!

01/11/2025

🏀 It’s the final day of the LaPorte Invitational, and it’s KIDS DAY! 🎉
The first 300 kids (ages 13 and under) through the door will receive a FREE La Lumiere team poster! Plus, enjoy halftime fun as young players from the La Porte County Family YMCA youth hoops league take the court.

It’s another action-packed day with top teams and talent, featuring 3 exciting matchups, including the home team La Lumiere to close it out. Tip-off starts at 2:45 PM – we can’t wait to see you there!

🎟 For the game schedule and tickets, click here: https://laportecivicauditorium.com/la-porte-invitational/

It’s the final day of the La Porte Invitational, AND it’s Kids Day!🏀

We have FREE La Lumiere team posters for the first 300 kids (ages 13 and under) through the door. Plus the future stars from the La Porte County Family YMCA youth hoops league play during each halftime.

It’s another jam packed day, and we can’t wait! Tip-off is at 2:45 - see you then!!

For game schedule and tickets, click here: https://laportecivicauditorium.com/la-porte-invitational/

01/10/2025

🚨 UPDATED SCHEDULE NOTICE 🚨
Due to a weather-related travel issue affecting one of the teams, Saturday’s LaPorte Invitational schedule has been adjusted. The IMG Academy vs. Link Academy matchup has been cancelled, and the first game will now tip off at 2:45 p.m.

Saturday, January 11 Schedule:

2:45 p.m. Long Island Lutheran vs. Orangeville Academy
4:30 p.m. Montverde Academy vs. CIA Bella Vista
6:15 p.m. La Lumiere vs. Brewster Academy
Doors will still open at noon as planned. For tickets and details, visit www.laportecivicauditorium.com/laporte-invitational.

🚨 SCHEDULE CHANGE ALERT 🚨

Unfortunately, the schedule for Saturday’s La Porte Invitational has been adjusted because of a weather-related travel issue by one of the participating teams. The IMG Academy vs. Link Academy game has been cancelled and the first game tipoff is now scheduled for 2:45 p.m.

Schedule for Saturday, January 11:
2:45 p.m.: Long Island Lutheran vs. Orangeville Academy
4:30 p.m.: Montverde Academy vs. CIA Bella Vista
6:15 p.m.: La Lumiere vs. Brewster Academy

Doors will open at noon as originally planned. For tickets, visit www.laportecivicauditorium.com/laporte-invitational.

01/10/2025

🏀 The LaPorte Invitational tips off today at 3pm with 4 exciting matchups featuring top-ranked high school teams! Don't miss tomorrow's #1 vs. #3 showdown as well. 🎟️ Tickets often sell out on Saturday—grab yours now: https://www.showclix.com/event/2025laporteinvitational

01/10/2025

🏀✨ See Future NBA Stars at the LaPorte Invitational! ✨🏀

The LaPorte Invitational showcases some of the nation’s top high school basketball teams and players—your chance to catch future NBA stars in action! You also don’t want to miss the "Leaping Legends" halftime show during all 4 games today, featuring jaw-dropping trampoline dunks!

📅 Friday Game Schedule (CST):

3:00 PM: Sunrise Christian Academy vs. Orangeville Academy
4:45 PM: Legacy Early College vs. Montverde Academy
6:30 PM: Veritas Academy vs. Long Island Lutheran
8:15 PM: CIA Bella Vista vs. La Lumiere School

Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door! 🎟️

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01/10/2025

🏀🚍 Thanks to Darryll Baker! 🚍🏀

The Hickory bus from Hoosiers was an iconic sight, and Darryll’s stories made it even more memorable. We appreciate you sharing this piece of basketball history with us!

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01/09/2025

IT'S GAME TIME! 🏀
Basketball fans, the wait is over—the 4th Annual LaPorte Invitational kicks off TODAY! Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with action, excitement, and surprises:

✅ #12 La Lumiere vs. #17 Sunrise Christian, broadcast LIVE on ESPNU
✅ FREE t-shirts for the first 1,000 guests, courtesy of Arnett Construction & Roofing
✅ Special appearances by ESPN 1000's Kap & J. Hood and the iconic Huskers Bus from the Indiana classic Hoosiers

📅 Doors open at 3pm
🏀 Tip-off for the first game is at 4pm

🎟 Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door. Don’t miss this incredible event! Learn more at www.laportecivicauditorium.com/la-porte-invitational.

Come join us and make this year’s LaPorte Invitational a slam dunk! 🏀✨

Tickets for La Porte Invitational in La Porte from Showclix. The La Porte Invitational returns for its fourth year Thursday, January 9, through Saturday, January 11, at the La Porte Civic Auditorium. This three-day, nationally televised basketball showcase will feature 11 of the best high school pro

01/08/2025

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