Garage SaleSat, May 1
Garage sale at 1606 Whittier Park Dr. 1 went on Facebook.
today
The Sunday Vibe Market10:00am
Recurring market event, Sundays at 10 AM on Calumet Ave
The Sunday Vibe Market sets up on Calumet Ave at 10 this morning.
Journeyman Presents | Cocktails for a Cause for Lakeshore Paws10:00am
Fundraiser benefiting Lakeshore Paws. All ages welcome, free admission.
Journeyman hosts Cocktails for a Cause for Lakeshore Paws from 10 to 2 — free to get in, all ages welcome.
Ride the Cyclone – Teen EditionSat, Jul 18 · 2:30pm
Teen-cast performance of the theatrical production 'Ride the Cyclone' at Chicago Street Theatre (Cast 1: July 18 @ 2:30pm, Cast 2: July 19 @ 6:00pm).
The teen cast of Ride the Cyclone takes the stage at Chicago Street Theatre at 6 tonight.
Warrior Wrestling Block Party7:00pm
Warrior Wrestling block party at Off Square Brewing. 109 interested, 27 going on Facebook.
Warrior Wrestling throws a block party at Off Square Brewing tonight at 7.
Valpo Lofts - Open House Sat 2-4PM2:00pm
Open house at Valpo Lofts on University Dr. 4 interested · 1 going on Facebook.
Valpo Lofts on University Dr. holds an open house from 2 to 4.
Open House - A Slice of Life at Pines Village1:00pm
Open house at Pines Village.
Pines Village opens its doors at 1 for a Slice of Life open house.
this week
Symphony Under the StarsWed, Jul 22 · 7:30pm
Outdoor concert featuring the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra performing under the stars at Central Park Plaza.
The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra plays outdoors at Central Park Plaza on Wednesday at 7:30 — Symphony Under the Stars.
Campfire Across AmericaWed, Jul 22 · 5:00pm
Campfire gathering at 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive, Valparaiso.
Campfire Across America gathers Wednesday at 5 at 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive.
Art: Dino DoodlesWed, Jul 22 · 5:00pm
Dinosaur-themed art activity for kids at Valparaiso Library
Dino Doodles, a dinosaur art session for kids, runs Wednesday at 5 at the Valparaiso Library — registration required.
Front Porch Music FestivalSun, Jul 26 · 1:00pm
446 interested and 41 going on Facebook
The Front Porch Music Festival starts at 1 next Sunday.
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 next Sunday from 10 to 3 — it runs every other Sunday through Halloween.
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, plays the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza Thursday at 5.
Valpo Day at the FairSat, Jul 25 · 10:00am
Valpo Day at the Fair
Valpo Day at the Porter County Fair lands Saturday morning at 10.
Valparaiso Exotic Animal ExpoFri, Jul 24
Exotic animal expo hosted by the NWI Army National Guard.
The Valparaiso Exotic Animal Expo runs July 25 and 26, hosted by the NWI Army National Guard.
Community Health Fair - HealthLinc ValparaisoThu, Jul 23 · 10:00am
Community health fair hosted by HealthLinc Valparaiso
HealthLinc Valparaiso puts on a community health fair Thursday at 10.
Summer Music Live | Free Live Music ValparaisoWed, Jul 22 · 6:30pm
Free live music at Journeyman Distillery. 643 interested on Facebook.
Free live music at Journeyman Distillery Wednesday at 6:30.
Game NightTue, Jul 21 · 5:00pm
Evening of games at Valparaiso Library
Game Night at the Valparaiso Library, Tuesday 5 to 6:30.
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 meets Wednesday at 11 for ages 3 to 7 — crafts, activities, and story time, one hour.
Food Scrap Drop-Off: Valparaiso Farmers Market 2026Tue, Jul 21 · 9:00am
Recurring food scrap drop-off program at Valparaiso Farmers Market, William E. Urschel Pavilion.
Food scraps get collected at the Valparaiso Farmers Market at the Urschel Pavilion, Tuesday from 9.
Breastfeeding Basics by Sarah Fogarty, IBCLC, RNWed, Jul 22 · 5:30pm
Educational session on breastfeeding basics led by International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Sarah Fogarty. 3 interested, 1 going on Facebook.
Lactation consultant Sarah Fogarty teaches a breastfeeding basics session Wednesday at 5:30.
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.
The youth ensemble opens Footloose on Friday at 7, with 80s songs and a lot of dancing, running through August 2.
South Shore Summer Music FestivalWed, Jul 22 · 7:30pm
Summer music festival at Central Park Plaza
The South Shore Summer Music Festival hits Central Park Plaza Wednesday at 7:30.
Jazz SessionsSun, Jul 26 · 5:00pm
Intimate live music series celebrating fine jazz artists from Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland, at Journeyman Distillery.
Jazz Sessions brings Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland jazz players to Journeyman next Sunday, 5 to 7.
Mariachi ImperialSun, Jul 26 · 6:00pm
Mariachi Imperial performance at 217 E Division Rd, Valparaiso.
Mariachi Imperial plays 217 E Division Rd next Sunday at 6.
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.
4-H Draft Horse Shows run July 23 and 24 at the Porter County Fair.
Taste of 4-H Food AuctionSat, Jul 25 · 12:00pm
25 interested · 3 going
The Taste of 4-H food auction starts Saturday at noon.
Cutest Baby Contest at the Porter County FairSun, Jul 26 · 11:00am
Cutest Baby Contest at the Porter County Fair
The Cutest Baby Contest runs next Sunday at 11 at the Porter County Fair.
Craft: Paper QuillingMon, Jul 20 · 5:30pm
Paper quilling craft activity at Valparaiso Library
Paper quilling at the Valparaiso Library, Monday 5:30 to 7 — registration is required and it's on a waitlist.
coming up
Sidewalk DaysFri, Jul 31 · 10:00am
Two-day downtown Valparaiso celebration.
Sidewalk Days takes over downtown Valparaiso for two days starting July 31 at 10.
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.
Valpo Corn Roast Fest 2026Sat, Aug 8 · 5:00pm
Corn roast festival at Central Park Plaza
Valpo Corn Roast Fest returns to Central Park Plaza August 8 at 5.
2026 BNA Block PartySun, Aug 23 · 4:00pm
Block party at 605 Beech Street. 27 interested on Facebook.
The BNA Block Party runs August 23 at 4 on Beech Street.
Special Needs Day at the Porter County FairTue, Jul 28 · 8:00am
Special Needs Day at the Porter County Fair
Special Needs Day at the Porter County Fair starts July 28 at 8 in the morning.
Lemonade with the QueenThu, Jul 30 · 3:30pm
Family activity at the Porter County Fair. 47 interested on Facebook, 4 going.
Lemonade with the Queen, a family stop at the Porter County Fair, is July 30 at 3:30.
Family-Friendly Comedy Show at the Porter County FairWed, Jul 29 · 7:00pm
Family-friendly comedy show at the Porter County Fair. 59 interested on Facebook.
A family-friendly comedy show plays the Porter County Fair July 29 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 rolls into 217 E Division Rd July 30 at 7.
Senior Day at the Porter County FairWed, Jul 29 · 8:00am
Senior Day at the Porter County Fair. 29 interested, 6 going on Facebook.
Senior Day at the Porter County Fair opens July 29 at 8.
Acorn Concert Series - MegaBeatles (Beatles Tribute)Fri, Jul 31 · 7:00pm
Beatles tribute band. 75 interested on Facebook.
MegaBeatles, a Beatles tribute, plays the Acorn Concert Series July 31 at 7.
Hoofin' It for Ag 5KSat, Aug 1 · 7:00am
5K run in Valparaiso.
The Hoofin' It for Ag 5K steps off August 1 at 7 in the morning.
Porter Fire's Stop, Drop and Run 5KSat, Aug 8 · 8:00am
5K race at Hawthorne Park. 51 interested, 9 going on Facebook.
Porter Fire's Stop, Drop and Run 5K starts at Hawthorne Park August 8 at 8.
Auditions - Rock of AgesMon, Jul 27 · 7:00pm
Auditions for Rock of Ages
Auditions for Rock of Ages are July 27 at 7.
Summer Concert Series: Lauren Dukes BandThu, Aug 6 · 5:00pm
Summer concert series at Central Park Plaza featuring Lauren Dukes Band. 177 interested, 12 going on Facebook.
The Lauren Dukes Band plays the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza August 6 at 5.
Summer Concert Series - WYSIWYGThu, Jul 30 · 5:00pm
Summer Concert Series featuring WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) at Central Park Plaza. 266 interested on Facebook.
WYSIWYG plays the Summer Concert Series at Central Park Plaza July 30 at 5.
Valparaiso Summer Concert Series — WHITEHORSE Tribute to Chris StapletonThu, Aug 13 · 7:00pm
WHITEHORSE performs a Chris Stapleton tribute at the Summer Concert Series. 402 interested on Facebook, 26 going.
WHITEHORSE plays a Chris Stapleton tribute at the Summer Concert Series August 13 at 7.
Summer Concert Series - FEATURING MIDWEST BIG BANDThu, Aug 20 · 5:00pm
Midwest Big Band summer concert. 247 interested on Facebook.
The Midwest Big Band takes the Summer Concert Series August 20 at 5.
Summer Concert Series - Michael McDermott & The ArsonistsThu, Aug 27 · 5:00pm
Summer concert series featuring Michael McDermott & The Arsonists at Central Park Plaza amphitheater. 214 interested on Facebook.
Michael McDermott & The Arsonists close out the Summer Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza amphitheater August 27 at 5.
Turkeypalooza 2026Fri, Aug 7 · 5:30pm
Community event at Central Park Plaza. 125 interested, 37 going on Facebook.
Turkeypalooza lands at Central Park Plaza August 7 at 5:30.
Craft Club - a monthly meet upTue, Aug 11 · 6:00pm
Monthly craft club meetup at downtown Valparaiso location.
The monthly Craft Club meets downtown August 11 at 6.
Blood Drive - Red CrossWed, Aug 12 · 10:00am
Red Cross blood drive at The Pennsy Depot Banquet Room. 1 interested, 1 going on Facebook.
The Red Cross runs a blood drive at the Pennsy Depot Banquet Room August 12 at 10.
Into the Woods Sr.Wed, Aug 12 · 2:00pm
Theatrical performance at 104 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso
Into the Woods Sr. plays 104 Indiana Ave August 12 at 2.
Brewski Fest 2026Sat, Aug 15 · 5:00pm
Beer festival at Central Park Plaza
Brewski Fest returns to Central Park Plaza August 15 at 5.
Bike NightFri, Aug 21 · 6:00pm
Bike Night. 303 interested on Facebook.
Bike Night is August 21 at 6.