Portage celebrates Pumpkins, Ghosts, and Halloween in Light Up the Gourds 2023

Portage celebrates Pumpkins, Ghosts, and Halloween in Light Up the Gourds 2023 The Portage community came out by the dozens to walk a trail lined with pumpkins, ghosts, and holiday spirit. Hundreds of pumpkins were lining the illuminated trail following along the Iron Horse Heritage Trail. The Portage Fire Department and other...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 18 – October 22

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 18 – October 22 Halloween is quickly approaching the Region, and this weekend is all about getting dressed up to enjoy activities on offer! Whether you’re heading to Goodwill’s fashion show, the opera for scary delights, or some trick-or-treating with Associated...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 12 – October 15

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 12 – October 15 The Region is all about autumn this weekend! From bike rides to festivals, get outside to watch the leaves change color with the season at one of Northwest Indiana’s many beautiful parks and outdoor spaces. Plus, new businesses boom as Journeyman...

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Portage Bacon Fest is the perfect way to say farewell to Summer

Portage Bacon Fest is the perfect way to say farewell to Summer Portage held its 10th annual Bacon Fest on September 16. It was the perfect event to close out the summer. Hundreds of locals came together to share their love of fried, crispy, and savory American classic, bacon. Local favorites such as the Crispy...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, September 14 – 17

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, September 14 – 17 Festivals are still rocking the Region as we get deep into September. From Portage’s Bacon Fest to the beginning of IU Northwest’s Hispanic Heritage Month activities, Northwest Indiana knows how to party and is letting all residents know. Take a...

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City of Portage remembers and honors America’s workers with first ever Salute to Labor Festival

City of Portage remembers and honors America’s workers with first ever Salute to Labor Festival Many cities throw fun festivals and parades over Labor Day weekend to give people something fun to enjoy on their extra day of rest. Although it is important to remember how this important day came to be. That’s exactly why the City of Portage...

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