- The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Chesterton, Indiana, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Breweries, History Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Indiana Dunes State Park to Prairie Duneland Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chesterton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Michigan City and New Buffalo.
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Featuring 32 lanes, City Lanes Bowling Center offers open bowling with shoe rental and tournaments. The center provides a pro shop with balls, accessories and services, a restaurant and bar, pool tables and arcade games.
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Walnut Ink Projects is an art gallery that was founded in 2010 and features live workspace, retail merchandise, and event rentals. The gallery holds a variety of workshops including snowboard works and textile workshops.
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With exhibits ranging from nature documentaries to post-modern art, the Lubeznik Center for the Arts also hosts special events and priva6te galleries.
11.6 Miles
The 140-acre Washington Park is located on Lake Michigan's south shore. Featuring two miles of beach, the Oasis Splash Park, a marina, public fishing, boat launches, picnic shelters, concessions, and even a zoo, this is one of the most popular parks in northern Indiana. During the holidays, the park is transfor…
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1 Washington Park Marina, Michigan City, IN 46361
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The only lighthouse in the state of Indiana is the Old Lighthouse Museum in Michigan City. See exhibits detailing Lake Michigan shipwrecks, climb the lantern tower and discover maritime history from the 1800's.
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Playing host to a variety of festivals, visitors at Porter County Expo Center can attend craft shows, comedy tours, holiday events, and more. It has a banquet hall that can be rented out for private events like weddings.
12.4 Miles
More than just a bowling alley, Lakeshore Lanes provides fun activities for the entire family. Along with bowling, the alley also offers karaoke on Sundays, weekly poker tournaments and a concession stand for added convenience.
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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.
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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.