- TripBuzz found 65 things to do with kids in or near Michigan City, Indiana, including 51 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, New Buffalo, Portage and Chesterton.
- From Washington Park Zoo to Lakeshore Lanes, the Michigan City area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Bowling, Zoos and Movie Theaters.
- Situated on the south eat edge of Lake Michigan, Michigan City, IN is located only an hour from Chicago. Due to its proximity to the lake and to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan City receives many tourists in the summer months each year from Chicago and other surrounding areas.
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Gary Aquatorium is also known as Chanute Aquatorium. It is a flight museum honoring octave chanute and tuskegee airmen. The view of Lake Michigan is stunning here. The private garden on two levels is ideal for organizing events.
20.7 Miles
County Line Orchard in Hobart, Indiana is an apple orchard that offers pre-bagged and u-pick apples. The facility is also home to a timber-framed barn where events are held throughout the year. A Kid's Farm is located at the facility.
21.5 Miles
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.
22.9 Miles
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.
23.7 Miles
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.
25.3 Miles
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.
26.1 Miles
One of two Stardust Bowl locations, Stardust Bowl No 2 offers open bowling as well as league and tournament play. The alley offers loyalty programs, and hosts birthday parties, corporate events, and other gatherings.
26.1 Miles
Affiliated with Indiana University Northwest, Theatre Northwest presents a seasonally changing slate of dramatic productions put on by primarily University students. The theater also hosts visiting performers ranging from orchestras to lecturers.
26.9 Miles
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2590 Southlake Mall Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Offering RealD 3D technology, AMC Showplace Hobart 12 shows the latest indie and blockbuster films in its auditoriums. Its concession stand offers standard movie snacks like popcorn, in addition to chicken tenders and fruit flavored sodas.
27.4 Miles
Bouncers, slides, wacky worlds, and all sorts of other inflatable obstacles are found at Funflatables. There is also a small children's area in here.