valpo.fyiMiss Porter County Fair Queen Pageant7:00pm
The Miss Porter County Fair Queen Pageant runs tonight at 7.
Today
Chipotle dine to donate4:00pm
Dine-to-donate fundraiser at Chipotle.
Chipotle is running a dine-to-donate fundraiser starting at 4.
Hungry Hound Presents | Lick It Like It's Hot – Dog Lick Mat Event11:00am
Pet event at Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming.
Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming hosts a dog lick mat event, 11 to 2.
Newborn Basics Class with Dr. Coleman9:00am
Newborn basics class with Dr. Coleman
A newborn basics class with Dr. Coleman starts at 9 this morning.
This week
Bailey Zimmerman at the Porter County FairFri, Jul 24 · 7:30pm
Country music performance by Bailey Zimmerman at the Porter County Fair.
Country singer Bailey Zimmerman plays the Porter County Fair Friday at 7:30.
Summer Concert Series - FEATURING SMALL TOWN - A John Mellencamp ExperienceThu, Jul 23 · 5:00pm
Live music performance featuring Small Town - A John Mellencamp Experience, part of the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza.
Small Town, a John Mellencamp tribute, headlines the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza Thursday at 5.
Max McNown at the Porter County FairThu, Jul 23 · 7:30pm
Live music performance at the Porter County Fair.
Max McNown brings live music to the Porter County Fair Thursday at 7:30.
Porter County Community Foundation Presents | Symphony Under the StarsWed, Jul 22 · 7:30pm
Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra performing under the stars.
The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra plays Symphony Under the Stars downtown Wednesday at 7:30.
South Shore Summer Music FestivalWed, Jul 22 · 7:30pm
Summer music festival at Central Park Plaza
The South Shore Summer Music Festival is at Central Park Plaza Wednesday evening.
4-H Draft Horse Shows at the Porter County FairThu, Jul 23 · 12:00am
4-H Draft Horse Shows at the Porter County Fair, July 23-24.
The 4-H Draft Horse Shows run at the Porter County Fair Thursday and Friday.
Rina Arsenic at the Porter County FairWed, Jul 22
Performance by Rina Arsenic during the Porter County Fair
Rina Arsenic performs during the Porter County Fair, starting Thursday.
Hannah Geiser Band at the Porter County FairThu, Jul 23
Hannah Geiser Band performs at the Porter County Fair
The Hannah Geiser Band plays the Porter County Fair Friday.
Community Health Fair - HealthLinc ValparaisoThu, Jul 23 · 10:00am
Community health fair hosted by HealthLinc Valparaiso
HealthLinc hosts a community health fair Thursday at 10.
Valparaiso Exotic Animal ExpoFri, Jul 24
Exotic animal expo hosted by the NWI Army National Guard.
The Valparaiso Exotic Animal Expo, hosted by the NWI Army National Guard, runs Saturday and Sunday.
Youth Ensemble: FootlooseFri, Jul 24 · 7:00pm
Footloose bursts onto the stage with high-energy dancing and an unforgettable 80s soundtrack. Based on the hit film and featuring dynamic choreography, heartfelt moments, and iconic hits like "Holding Out for a Hero" and "Let's Hear It for the Boy," Footloose is a crowd-pleasing celebration of freedom, resilience, and the power of youth.
Valpo Parks' youth ensemble stages Footloose, opening Friday at 7 and running through August 2.
Lakeshore PAWS Dog Adoption EventMon, Jul 20 · 10:00am
Dog adoption event
Lakeshore PAWS holds a dog adoption event Monday at 10.
Journeyman Presents | Cocktails for a Cause for Lakeshore PawsSun, Jul 19 · 10:00am
Fundraiser benefiting Lakeshore Paws. All ages welcome, free admission.
Journeyman hosts Cocktails for a Cause for Lakeshore Paws on Sunday, 10 to 2 — all ages, free admission.
The Sunday Vibe MarketSun, Jul 19 · 10:00am
Recurring market event, Sundays at 10 AM on Calumet Ave
The Sunday Vibe Market is on Calumet Ave Sunday at 10.
Campfire Across AmericaWed, Jul 22 · 5:00pm
Campfire gathering at 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive, Valparaiso.
A Campfire Across America gathering is at 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive Wednesday at 5.
StorytimeMon, Jul 20 · 10:00am
Storytime for young children at Valparaiso Library
Storytime for young kids is back at the Valparaiso Library Monday at 10.
Journeyman Presents | Journeyman Kid's ClubWed, Jul 22 · 11:00am
One-hour weekly sessions for ages 3–7 featuring hands-on crafts, activities, and story time. Every Wednesday.
Journeyman's Kid's Club runs hands-on crafts and story time for ages 3–7 Wednesday at 11.
Craft: Paper QuillingMon, Jul 20 · 5:30pm
Paper quilling craft activity at Valparaiso Library
A paper quilling craft is at the Valparaiso Library Monday at 5:30.
Art: Dino DoodlesWed, Jul 22 · 5:00pm
Dinosaur-themed art activity for kids at Valparaiso Library
Dino Doodles, a dinosaur art activity for kids, is at the Valparaiso Library Wednesday at 5.
Game NightTue, Jul 21 · 5:00pm
Evening of games at Valparaiso Library
The Valparaiso Library hosts a game night Tuesday at 5.
Open House - A Slice of Life at Pines VillageMon, Jul 20 · 1:00pm
Pines Village holds an open house, A Slice of Life, Monday at 1.
Diesel Meet & CruiseSat, Jul 25 · 6:00pm
Diesel meet and cruise starting in Valparaiso and heading to Chicago.
A diesel meet and cruise leaves Valparaiso for Chicago Saturday at 6.
Coming up
Flo Rida & DaBaby at the Porter County FairMon, Jul 27 · 7:30pm
Flo Rida & DaBaby performing at the Porter County Fair
Flo Rida and DaBaby headline the Porter County Fair Monday, July 27, at 7:30.
Trace AdkinsSun, Jul 26 · 7:00pm
Trace Adkins event on July 26 at 7 PM in Valparaiso
Trace Adkins plays Valparaiso Sunday, July 26, at 7.
Sidewalk DaysFri, Jul 31 · 10:00am
Two-day downtown Valparaiso celebration.
Sidewalk Days, a two-day downtown celebration, runs Friday and Saturday, July 31 and August 1.
Valparaiso Summer Concert Series - FEATURING WHITEHORSE - A Tribute to Chris StapletonThu, Aug 13 · 7:00pm
WHITEHORSE performs a tribute to Chris Stapleton at the 1st Source Bank Amphitheater.
WHITEHORSE, a Chris Stapleton tribute, plays the 1st Source Bank Amphitheater August 13.
Valpo Corn Roast Fest 2026Sat, Aug 8 · 5:00pm
Corn roast festival at Central Park Plaza
The Valpo Corn Roast Fest is at Central Park Plaza August 8.
Brewski Fest 2026Sat, Aug 15 · 5:00pm
Beer festival at Central Park Plaza
Brewski Fest, a beer festival, is at Central Park Plaza August 15.
Night of Destruction Demo DerbyFri, Jul 31 · 7:00pm
Demo derby at the Porter County Fair.
The Night of Destruction demo derby runs at the Porter County Fair Friday, July 31, at 7.
Full Throttle Monster Truck ShowThu, Jul 30 · 7:00pm
Monster truck show at 217 E Division Rd, Valparaiso
The Full Throttle Monster Truck Show runs at 217 E Division Road Thursday, July 30, at 7.
APB Rodeo & Bull Riding at the Porter County FairTue, Jul 28 · 7:00pm
Rodeo and bull riding event at the Porter County Fair
APB Rodeo & Bull Riding is at the Porter County Fair Tuesday, July 28, at 7.
Ashlyn at the Porter County FairSun, Jul 26
Ashlyn performing at the Porter County Fair, July 27-31
Ashlyn performs at the Porter County Fair, July 27 through 31.
Mariachi ImperialSun, Jul 26 · 6:00pm
Mariachi Imperial performance at 217 E Division Rd, Valparaiso.
Mariachi Imperial plays 217 E Division Road Sunday, July 26, at 6.
Journeyman Presents | Jazz SessionsSun, Jul 26 · 5:00pm
New intimate live music series featuring jazz artists from Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland.
Journeyman's Jazz Sessions features Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland jazz artists Sunday, July 26, at 5.
Cutest Baby Contest at the Porter County FairSun, Jul 26 · 11:00am
Cutest Baby Contest at the Porter County Fair
The Cutest Baby Contest is at the Porter County Fair Sunday, July 26, at 11.
Special Needs Day at the Porter County FairTue, Jul 28 · 8:00am
Special Needs Day at the Porter County Fair
The Porter County Fair holds Special Needs Day Tuesday, July 28.
The Edge of Liberty Craft FairSun, Jul 26 · 10:00am
Recurring craft fair every other Sunday, Mother's Day through Halloween.
The Edge of Liberty craft fair returns Sunday, July 26, 10 to 3.
Summer Concert Series - FEATURING Lauren Dukes BandThu, Aug 6 · 5:00pm
Concert featuring Lauren Dukes Band at Central Park Plaza's 1st Source Bank Amphitheater
The Lauren Dukes Band plays the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza's amphitheater August 6.
Auditions - Rock of AgesMon, Jul 27 · 7:00pm
Auditions for Rock of Ages
Auditions for Rock of Ages are Monday, July 27, at 7.
Animal Communication WorkshopSun, Jul 26 · 9:00am
Animal Communication Workshop at Pieces of Jayde
An animal communication workshop is at Pieces of Jayde Sunday, July 26, at 9.
Hoofin' It for Ag 5KSat, Aug 1 · 7:00am
5K run in Valparaiso.
The Hoofin' It for Ag 5K runs in Valparaiso August 1 at 7 a.m.
Sandberg's Towing School Bus & Combine DerbySat, Aug 1 · 5:00pm
School Bus & Combine Derby
Sandberg's Towing hosts a school bus and combine derby August 1 at 5.
Girls Night Out - Intro to Pole Dancing for BestiesFri, Jul 31 · 7:15pm
Introductory pole dancing class
An intro pole dancing class for besties is Friday, July 31, at 7:15.
Valparaiso Firefighters L1124 Annual PicnicWed, Aug 5 · 10:00am
Annual community picnic hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124.
Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 hold their annual picnic August 5 at 10.
Book BingoWed, Aug 5 · 11:30am
Book bingo game for teens at Valparaiso Library
The Valparaiso Library hosts book bingo for teens August 5.
Into the Woods Sr.Wed, Aug 12 · 2:00pm
Theatrical performance at 104 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso
Into the Woods Sr. is staged at 104 Indiana Ave August 12 at 2.
Valparaiso Summer MarketSun, Aug 30 · 1:00pm
Valparaiso Summer Market at Valparaiso Care and Rehabilitation Center
The Valparaiso Summer Market is at Valparaiso Care and Rehabilitation Center August 30 at 1.
DEKA STRONG, MILE & DEKA ATLASSun, Sep 13 · 9:00am
Fitness competition event hosted by Hardcore Strength & Fitness, LLC
Hardcore Strength & Fitness hosts the DEKA Strong, Mile and Atlas fitness competition September 13.
Craft Club - a monthly meet upTue, Aug 11 · 6:00pm
Monthly craft club meetup at downtown Valparaiso location.
A monthly craft club meets downtown August 11 at 6.
Autumn Artisan Market at The American FactoryFri, Nov 20
An autumn artisan market event at The American Factory.
The Autumn Artisan Market is at The American Factory November 21 and 22.
Shipshewana on the RoadFri, Dec 11
Shipshewana on the Road at Porter County Expo Center
Shipshewana on the Road comes to the Porter County Expo Center December 12 and 13.
2027 Northwest Indiana Bridal ExpoSun, Jan 17 · 12:00pm
Bridal expo held in Valparaiso
The 2027 Northwest Indiana Bridal Expo is in Valparaiso January 17.