Northern Indiana is turning green as cities across the area celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! From Hammond to South Bend, find the parades, races, parties, and more that will help take this weekend from good to great!
Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar!
Learn to unleash your potential with Purdue Northwest
This Thursday, sit down for a conversation with three PNW Alumnae – Project Executive Erin Cullen, Senior Healthcare Consultant Kim Nagy, and Teacher Kim Yelich – at the 2025 Unleashing Empowerment Alumane Panel. Moderated by Centier Bank VP of Community Relations Dakita Jones, hear about each alumnae’s career journey and the challenges they had to overcome to succeed. Learn more here.
Celebrate scholarship with Ivy Tech Valparaiso
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana’s Valparaiso campus is hosting its 21st annual Spring Fundraiser this Friday at Aberdeen Manor! This year’s theme combines the flash and glamor of Mardi Gras with the allure of a masquerade ball. Purchase your ticket to take part in dinner, dancing, silent auctions, and more! Learn more here.
Paint the city green at Michigan City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The City of Michigan is promising a St. Patrick’s Day Parade bigger and better than ever before! Make sure you’re part of the crowd this Saturday to kick off the city’s event season with a bang. Bag pipe bands, dance teams, floats, and more – there’s tons of fun to be had at the parade! Learn more here.
Parade by night through the City of Crown Point this St. Patrick’s Day
The City of Crown Point is lighting up this St. Patrick’s Day evening during its annual parade! The biggest nighttime St. Patrick’s Day parade in the Region, come out to enjoy dozens of festivities and colorfully decorated floats. Activities begin at 3 p.m. in the Square. Learn more here.
March through Hessville at HC3’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
This Saturday, HC3’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is returning to the streets of Hammond! March alongside local businesses, leaders, and your friends as you celebrate the holiday. Learn more here.
Party hard at Four Winds South Bend
Four Winds Casinos is celebrating the upcoming holiday with a 21+ party at its South Bend location! Rock out with a live DJ, enjoy specially crafted drinks, and party into the early hours of the morning with friends new and old. Tickets are available for purchase online. Learn more here.
Get the tips you need to succeed at Morgan Stanley’s latest seminar
Morgan Stanley’s Mindy Beier is hosting a seminar this Thursday that covers three big concerns: finances, fitness, and fashion. Head to Ella Jayms in Valparaiso at 6 p.m. to hear from leaders across all three industries as they tackle common questions and upcoming trends for the spring season. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Hit the bags with Caledonia Kilty at Burn ‘Em Brewing
Caledonia Kilty Pipe Band is heading to Burn ‘Em Brewing this Saturday for a one-of-a-kind St. Patrick’s Day experience! Caledonia Kilty features an ensemble of instruments: snares, bass drums, and, of course, bagpipes. Grab your kilt and get out to the brewery at 3 p.m. Learn more here.
Roll out the green carpet for St. Patrick’s Day in South Bend
At 11 a.m. this Saturday, Downtown South Bend is celebrating Irish culture with its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade! The parade will march down Jefferson Boulevard before the beginning of the Greening of the East race. Looking to start the party early? Take part in the Shamrock Shuffle Pub Crawl on Friday! Learn more here.
Watch upcoming talent from throughout Northern Indiana perform for you
While youth sports are often in the spotlight in Northern Indiana, theatre is taking center stage this weekend as high schools across the region put on their spring productions. From La Porte High School’s “Mean Girls” to Elkhart High School’s “9 to 5,” there’s plenty of talented performers, producers, and supporters ready to put on the show of a lifetime for you. Check your local high school’s theatre schedule to find the showtime that best fits you!
