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Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Oct 7
Zorn Brew Works
Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Zorn Brew Works

Enjoy Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works every Tuesday at 7 pm!

Zorn Brew Works
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Oct 8
Zorn Brew Works
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Zorn Brew Works

A chill midweek mix of live art, music, performance, and community vibes - whether you’re performing or just soaking it all in, all art forms welcome!

Zorn Brew Works
Wandering Watercolors
Oct 9
Creek Ridge County Park
Wandering Watercolors
Creek Ridge County Park

Let nature be your muse on this gentle walk through Creek Ridge County Park, followed by a guided watercolor session in a “nature-journal” style.

Creek Ridge County Park
Wine on the Rails: A Progressive Tasting Adventure
Oct 9
Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest
Wine on the Rails: A Progressive Tasting Adventure
Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest

Sip through 10 wines on a guided walk in the Railway Garden - small bites and timed entry for a relaxed pace. 21+

Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Oct 9
Zorn Brew Works
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Zorn Brew Works

Kick back with craft brews, good food, and a live Americana set from Jim St. James & Friends - great way to spend a Thursday evening!

Free admission.

Zorn Brew Works
Tennessee Whiskey Concert
Oct 10
LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Tennessee Whiskey Concert
LaPorte Civic Auditorium

Back by popular demand, Tennessee Whiskey, A Tribute to Chris Stapleton with the ultimate Eric Church Tribute is returning to the Civic Auditorium October 10th at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm.

LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Spooktacular Christmas Market
Oct 11
Dunes Event Center
Spooktacular Christmas Market
Dunes Event Center

Start your holiday shopping early, browse vendor booths, enjoy Halloween & Christmas vibes, and sip your favorite coffee or tea while you shop.

Dunes Event Center
Hesston Ghost Train
Oct 11
Hesston Steam Museum
Hesston Ghost Train
Hesston Steam Museum

Every Sat and Sun in October, 12–5 PM @ the Hesston Steam Museum. Hop aboard a historic steam train through haunted woods, spot spooky characters like the “Mad Lumberjack,” and delight in a family-friendly thrill. Rides on custom “no-scare” trains available for younger guests. Tickets required; free parking.

Hesston Steam Museum
Bourbon and Bonfire Tasting Event
Oct 11
The Brewery Lodge & Supper Club
Bourbon and Bonfire Tasting Event
The Brewery Lodge & Supper Club

Warm up by the bonfire, sip premium bourbons and cocktails, enjoy smoked meats and sides, and groove to live music under the stars. Tickets are $55 in advance, $60 at the door - 21+ only.

The Brewery Lodge & Supper Club
Trivia Through the Decades
Oct 11
LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Trivia Through the Decades
LaPorte Civic Auditorium

Test your trivia knowledge through the decades, bid on silent auction goodies, try your luck with raffles and a balloon pop - all to support Meals on Wheels and keep meals coming to those in need. Bring your team or come solo and make a difference while having fun!

LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Hesston Ghost Train
Oct 12
Hesston Steam Museum
Hesston Ghost Train
Hesston Steam Museum

Every Sat and Sun in October, 12–5 PM @ the Hesston Steam Museum. Hop aboard a historic steam train through haunted woods, spot spooky characters like the “Mad Lumberjack,” and delight in a family-friendly thrill. Rides on custom “no-scare” trains available for younger guests. Tickets required; free parking.

Hesston Steam Museum
Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Oct 14
Zorn Brew Works
Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Zorn Brew Works

Enjoy Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works every Tuesday at 7 pm!

Zorn Brew Works
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Oct 15
Zorn Brew Works
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Zorn Brew Works

A chill midweek mix of live art, music, performance, and community vibes - whether you’re performing or just soaking it all in, all art forms welcome!

Zorn Brew Works
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Oct 16
Zorn Brew Works
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Zorn Brew Works

Kick back with craft brews, good food, and a live Americana set from Jim St. James & Friends - great way to spend a Thursday evening!

Free admission.

Zorn Brew Works
MAACabre Haunted Attraction
Oct 17
MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center
MAACabre Haunted Attraction
MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center

Step into 37 rooms of terrifying Childhood Nightmares at this annual haunt - indoors, with food & drinks for sale. $20 online / $25 door.

MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center
Brass Transit Concert
Oct 17
LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Brass Transit Concert
LaPorte Civic Auditorium

Get ready for a night of timeless hits as Brass Transit, the premier Chicago tribute band, takes the stage at the La Porte Civic Auditorium. Expect spot-on renditions of classics like “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” and “You’re the Inspiration.” The show opens the doors at 6:00 PM, with the performance starting at 7:00 PM.

LaPorte Civic Auditorium
Boo at the Zoo
Oct 18
Washington Park Zoo
Boo at the Zoo
Washington Park Zoo

Family-friendly trick-or-treat in costumes through decorated zoo paths, with local booths, seasonal decor, spooky animal enrichment, and fun photos. General admission tickets apply; advance purchase recommended.

Washington Park Zoo
Oktoberfest – The Final Prost!
Oct 18
Journeyman Distillery at The American Factory
Oktoberfest – The Final Prost!
Journeyman Distillery at The American Factory

Enjoy German food, craft beer, contests, live music, and family fun. Tickets (21+) include stein, 3 beers, and all-you-can-eat buffet. Lederhosen encouraged!

Journeyman Distillery at The American Factory
Hesston Ghost Train
Oct 18
Hesston Steam Museum
Hesston Ghost Train
Hesston Steam Museum

Every Sat and Sun in October, 12–5 PM @ the Hesston Steam Museum. Hop aboard a historic steam train through haunted woods, spot spooky characters like the “Mad Lumberjack,” and delight in a family-friendly thrill. Rides on custom “no-scare” trains available for younger guests. Tickets required; free parking.

Hesston Steam Museum
Trail Creek Fall Festival
Oct 18
Nelson Park
Trail Creek Fall Festival
Nelson Park

Celebrate autumn with family-friendly fun including vendors, live music, food, pumpkin decorating, and a pet costume contest.
Free to attend!

Nelson Park
Paws & Pumpkins at Luhr Park
Oct 18
Luhr County Park
Paws & Pumpkins at Luhr Park
Luhr County Park

A paw-tastic fall gathering with K-9 demos, pet photo ops, delicious food, local vendors, and all the proceeds help our rescues and shelters. Bring your pup and enjoy an evening of autumn fun!

Luhr County Park
MAACabre Haunted Attraction
Oct 18
MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center
MAACabre Haunted Attraction
MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center

Step into 37 rooms of terrifying Childhood Nightmares at this annual haunt - indoors, with food & drinks for sale. $20 online / $25 door.

MAAC Foundation - Emergency Services Training Center
Hesston Ghost Train
Oct 19
Hesston Steam Museum
Hesston Ghost Train
Hesston Steam Museum

Every Sat and Sun in October, 12–5 PM @ the Hesston Steam Museum. Hop aboard a historic steam train through haunted woods, spot spooky characters like the “Mad Lumberjack,” and delight in a family-friendly thrill. Rides on custom “no-scare” trains available for younger guests. Tickets required; free parking.

Hesston Steam Museum
Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Oct 21
Zorn Brew Works
Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works
Zorn Brew Works

Enjoy Johnny V LIVE @ Zorn Brew Works every Tuesday at 7 pm!

Zorn Brew Works
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Oct 22
Luhr County Park
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Luhr County Park

Carve your pumpkin, show off your creativity, and enter to win! Pumpkins are provided and there’s a glow-in-the-dark twist at the Halloween night hike!

Luhr County Park
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Oct 22
Zorn Brew Works
Open Mic & Artist Exchange
Zorn Brew Works

A chill midweek mix of live art, music, performance, and community vibes - whether you’re performing or just soaking it all in, all art forms welcome!

Zorn Brew Works
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Oct 23
Zorn Brew Works
Jim St. James & Friends at Zorn
Zorn Brew Works

Kick back with craft brews, good food, and a live Americana set from Jim St. James & Friends - great way to spend a Thursday evening!

Free admission.

Zorn Brew Works
Lunch on the Fly
Oct 24
La Porte Municipal Airport
Lunch on the Fly
La Porte Municipal Airport

Stop by for a relaxed fly-in / drive-in lunch, enjoy food, friendly faces, and maybe catch some planes coming and going - all for only $5!

La Porte Municipal Airport
Halloween Glow in the Dark Night Hike
Oct 24
Luhr County Park
Halloween Glow in the Dark Night Hike
Luhr County Park

Hayride and games to start, followed by a blacklight night hike with jack-o-lanterns, and finish with s’mores by the fire. Free-admission, fun, & spooky good times!

Luhr County Park
Halloween Happenings
Oct 24
La Porte County Fairgrounds
Halloween Happenings
La Porte County Fairgrounds

Bring the whole family for a weekend of camping, trick-or-treating, haunted attractions, and fall activities across the fairgrounds. Whether you stay the weekend or just come for the day, it’s a spooktacular way to celebrate Halloween!

La Porte County Fairgrounds

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Spotlight on Autumn

Cooler days and bright fall colors make this one of the best times to explore LaPorte. From seasonal events and cozy traditions to evenings spent outdoors, autumn brings a mix of energy and warmth that’s easy to enjoy.
Check out some of our ideas below!

Featured
Affordable Fall Fun
Affordable Fall Fun

Enjoy the season without spending much! From hands-on kids’ activities to festive community gatherings, these events are easy on the wallet and full of autumn spirit.

Hikes for Fall Colors
Hikes for Fall Colors

Crisp air, colorful trees, and quiet trails make fall the perfect time to get outside. Explore local parks and preserves where the changing leaves put on their best show.

Nights Out!
Nights Out!

Autumn evenings are a great excuse to get out with friends or plan a cozy date. From live shows and music to fireside gatherings and relaxed nights, there are plenty of ways to make the season feel special.

Things to do in and around La Porte!

Looking for ways to spend the day in LaPorte?
From time on the water to trails through the woods, local dining, and seasonal markets, there’s plenty here to explore. This section highlights some of the best activities and spots around town to help you plan your next outing.