Events & festivals across
the 219
Lake County doesn't do quiet seasons. From summer street festivals to winter ice rinks, there's always something bringing the community together. Here's what's worth marking on your calendar.
Summer in the 219
Summer is festival season. Every weekend brings something new, from car cruises to corn roasts to lakeside concerts. Here are the highlights.
Lake County Fair
Early August, 10 daysCrown Point
The big one. Over 200,000 attendees, 30+ carnival rides, horse shows, motorsports, live entertainment on two stages, farm animal exhibits, and every fair food you can imagine.
Learn moreCrown Point Corn Roast
SummerBulldog Park, Crown Point
Corn eating contests, a beer garden, kids zone, and live music on the Main Street Stage. A true Lake County tradition.
Learn moreDecades Music Festival
JulyCentennial Park, Munster
Munster's signature music festival at the Centennial Park Amphitheater, featuring music from different eras.
Learn moreCrown Point Car Cruise
Every Thursday evening, summerBulldog Park, Crown Point
Classic cars cruise into Bulldog Park every summer Thursday. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show.
Learn moreMunster Monarch Festival
Late summerMunster
Celebrating monarch butterfly migration with activities about pollinators, nature, and history. Music, crafts, food, and native plant giveaways.
Learn moreCrown Point Farmers' Market
Saturdays, summerBulldog Park, Crown Point
Local food, crafts, and music every Saturday morning at Bulldog Park.
Learn moreAll year, every year
The fun doesn't stop when summer ends. Fall brings harvest festivals and holiday markets, winter brings ice skating and light displays, and spring kicks off with Easter parades and outdoor concerts.
Bulldog Park Ice Rink
November through MarchCrown Point
An NHL-size hockey rink at Bulldog Park. Open skating, hockey leagues, and winter family fun right in downtown Crown Point.
Crown Point Fourth of July Celebration
July 4thCrown Point
Fireworks, patriotic festivities, and one of the biggest Fourth of July parties in Northwest Indiana.
Vintage Tractor & Farm Festival
JulyLake County Fairgrounds, Crown Point
A celebration of agricultural heritage with vintage tractors, farm equipment, and family-friendly activities.
Munster Independence Day Celebration
July 4thCentennial Park, Munster
Kiddie Parade, Independence Day Parade, and a spectacular fireworks show at Centennial Park.
Munster Summer Concerts
SummerVarious, Munster
Regular live music events at Centennial Park and Town Hall. Tuesdays Rock Concert series is a local favorite.
Munster Kids Fest
SummerCentennial Park, Munster
A family-oriented festival with activities for kids of all ages at Centennial Park.
Know about something we missed?
I'm always adding to the calendar. If there's a local event, festival, or community gathering that belongs on this page, let me know. This site is a living document.