- TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Chesterton, Indiana, including 85 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Michigan City, New Buffalo and Gary.
- From Seven Peaks Fun Center- Chesterton to Lakeshore Gymnastics, the Chesterton area offers 87 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Water Parks, Theaters and History Museums.
- Chesterton is located next to Lake Michigan and is less than 50 miles southeast of downtown Chicago. A historic mansion built in the Queen Anne Style is preserved in the historic district of the town. The Coffee Creek Watershed and Indiana Dunes are both close for those wishing to enjoy outdoor recreation opportunities.
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Featuring historical architecture, Mainstreet Theater is a performing arts center. An intimate environment, it is a venue for plays, theater and other live performances including a regularly scheduled open mic night.
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The 140-acre Washington Park is located on Lake Michigan's south shore. Featuring two miles of beach, the Oasis Splash Park, a marina, public fishing, boat launches, picnic shelters, concessions, and even a zoo, this is one of the most popular parks in northern Indiana. During the holidays, the park is transfor…
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While visiting the beach and park along Lake Michigan, you can also enjoy a visit to Washington Park Zoo, which first opened in 1928. The 15-acre zoo houses more than 90 species in exhibits like alligators, wolves, tigers and more. A 70-foot-tall stone observation tower, which can be climbed with 220 steps. The…
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The only lighthouse in the state of Indiana is the Old Lighthouse Museum in Michigan City. See exhibits detailing Lake Michigan shipwrecks, climb the lantern tower and discover maritime history from the 1800's.
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The Course at Aberdeen offers excellence in golfing experience. It has been awarded 5-star rating by Chicagoland golf. It is well-managed and offers good but challenging fairways, tees and greens.
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Playing host to a variety of festivals, visitors at Porter County Expo Center can attend craft shows, comedy tours, holiday events, and more. It has a banquet hall that can be rented out for private events like weddings.
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More than just a bowling alley, Lakeshore Lanes provides fun activities for the entire family. Along with bowling, the alley also offers karaoke on Sundays, weekly poker tournaments and a concession stand for added convenience.
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Covering 360 acres of prairies, wetlands, gardens and woodlands, Taltree Arboretum & Gardens welcomes the entire family. The children can enjoy the miniature steam engines, while the bird watchers can take any of the 5 trails totaling almost 4 miles to spot trumpeter swans and other 18 bird species.
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The Northern League minor league baseball team for Gary, Indiana, can be found at the U.S. Steelyard Field. The family-friendly ballpark offers between-inning entertainment, giveaways, fireworks, concessions, and affordable tickets. Kids can join Rusty's Kids Club for special benefits.
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Glen Theatre of Gary, Indiana strives to provide patrons with quality entertainment through theatre. The venue produces a variety of events and shows including film festivals, stage plays, children's theatre and more.