- Our list of the best things to do in Gary, Indiana, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 61 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Gary, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gary, IN , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park, Hammond, Michigan City, Chesterton, Oak Lawn, Portage, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, Orland Park, Lansing, East Chicago, Oak Forest, Hobart and Michigan City
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Surrounded by beautiful gardens and Lake Etta, Lake Etta Co Park is a popular spot for relaxing and recreation in Gary. The park features an expansive playground, large shady trees for picnics and an event space and adjoining pergola for weddings and private events.
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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.
2.8 Miles
The Concord Recreation Center is a family friendly facility that offers athletics programs such as flag football, youth basketball, youth soccer, and adult softball. The center has summer camps and teaches sports lessons and clinics.
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Guests can enjoy a recreational facility with a mix of architectural styles at the Marquette Park Pavillion. The pavilion is available to host special events and offers access to the natural areas at Marquette Park.
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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.
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Hammond's Gibson Woods Nature Preserve is administered by Lake County Parks. It offers extensive hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing, as well as an environmental awareness center that hosts educational programs.
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The Kennedy Theatre is a family owned and operated theater. The theater is a historic piece of Hammond and shows the latest blockbuster hits, offering a full service snack and drink bar.
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For those searching precious information about the area, Indiana Welcome Center is worth the while. In here there is also a museum dedicated to John Dillinger, as well as a gift shop, and a theater.
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Harrah's is a hotel that features a variety of attractions for guests to enjoy during their stay, including a pool and a food court. Visitors who are interesting in playing poker will enjoy this site's dedicated room for the activity.