10 Fun Things to Do this Weekend in Northwest Indiana: February 24-26, 2017

10 Fun Things to Do this Weekend in Northwest Indiana: February 24-26, 2017

The end of February is coming near and there's plenty of opportunities to get out and have some fun this weekend! The weather is looking nice, so be sure to get out and take advantage of some great events this weekend.

You can see all of our events below, but if you have something going on, be sure to let us know with an email to share@nwindianalife.com and we'll add it to our calendars!

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Chicago Street Theatre Presents: "Betrayal" by Harold Pinter 
Chicago Street Theatre is not one to shy away from new or difficult works to bring audiences a rounded experience that celebrates all that the theatre arts have to offer. February 23-26 they will treat audiences to Harold Pinter's contemporary masterpiece- Betrayal in their upstairs Edith B. Wood Studio Theatre at Chicago Street. This much celebrated work gained critical acclaim on both London's West End and Broadway for its innovative storytelling of the explosive affair that tears apart three close friends.

La Porte High School Show Choir: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley 
The LaPorte HS Show Choir will present The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, based on the popular children's books. The performances will take place on Friday, February 24 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, February 26 at 2:00 pm in the High School Auditorium. It’s an event for the whole family!

Fish-On Portage's Annual Fishing & Outdoor Show  
The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Sea Quest Lures will be hosting their First Annual Fishing and Outdoor Show. Fish-On Portage is a two day event will feature four seminars per day, booths, and more.

FeBREWary Beerfest  
2nd Annual Indoor Beerfest featuring 25+ regional and national craft breweries. Enjoy entertainment by local musician Greg Ashby & Friends. Food will be available for purchase during the event. Advance tickets are $40 and also available at Patrician Banquets, Finnegan's Pub.

Thunder From Down Under 
Australia's Hottest Export! Thunder From Down Under - The world's most sought after male revue! The PERFECT Girls' Night Outback! The sexy blokes of Australia's Thunder From Down Under know how to get the audience excited from the minute they walk out on stage!

NWI Comic Con  
As Northwest Indiana's premiere family-friendly comic book convention, we provide a variety of exhibitors that cater to a wide-spectrum of pop-culture fans!

Michigan City Black History Month Committee All Age Talent Show 
Michigan City Black History Month Committe presents 3rd Annual Michigan City Black History Month Talent Show! Hosted by Top Shelf Poetry, All ages are welcome to audition to be a part of the show. Cash Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Special guest judges in the building will be choosing the winners. Admission is $1 or a donation of canned goods.

Polar Plunge at Valparaiso University 
Valparaiso University and the Special Olympics of Indiana come together for the 2017 Polar Plunge, an event raising awareness and funds to sponsor the Special Olympics throughout the state. This is the seventh year the University will host the event.

5th Annual Spaghetti Dinner Benefit 
The Portage Community Garden (PCG) is a non profit organization that has raised and given away 20,000 pounds of produce since it's inception. Help PCG get a jump on raising the next 20,000 lbs by attending their annual fundraising dinner.

St. John Knights of Columbus Mardi Gras Las Vegas Night  
Not a gambler? Where else can you have all you can eat & drink for just $15 per person? The admission fee includes an all night buffet with chicken, roast beef, sausage & sauerkraut, and desserts, as well as beer, wine, water, coffee, and soft drinks. It's a great opportunity to dine and/or try your luck at the games!