- TripBuzz found 82 things to do with kids in or near Portage, Indiana, including 74 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Michigan City, Gary and Hammond.
- From Ogden Dunes Beach to Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk, the Portage area offers 92 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
- Located in Northwest Indiana, Portage is less than an hour from Chicago. On Lake Michigan, the city is home to several outdoor parks and recreational spaces including beaches, playgrounds, hiking trails, golf courses and fishing facilities. Home of the Indiana Dunes, Portage is also a great place for bird and wildlife watching.
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Humboldt Park features a variety of gardens and walking paths for guests who are interested in a nature-heavy setting. Visitors of the site can also take advantage of a small pond that is deep enough for swimming.
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Featuring a mix of international and nationally recognized Hispanic performers, Olympic Theatre Corp offers visitors a historic 1920s theater with ornate, gold leaf decoration. The theater was restored and includes an updated sound system.
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As a multipurpose sports venue, Cicero Stadium hosts games and tournaments for sports ranging from football to roller derby. The stadium is the home to the annual Golden Gloves Tournament, an amateur boxing competition.
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A variety of recreational activities are available at Centennial Park, including horseshoe areas, sand volleyball courts, baseball fields and more. Guests can even bring a four-legged friend to The Dogout dog park.
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Chicago Red Hots
Cicero Stadium, 1909 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804
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An amateur roller derby squad, the Chicago Red Hots compete in competitions with other regional teams. The fast-moving sport makes for an exciting family outing, and the roller rink offers discount concessions.
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Serious golfers will love the 9 hole executive course and heated/lighted driving range at White Mountain Golf Park. For those just in it for the fun, the course also offers a 18 hole miniature golf option.
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Built in 1914, Chicago's Wrigley Field is one of baseball's finest treasures. Young and old alike will enjoy the heritage and history of experiencing a ball game, refreshment, and a meal at this venerable ballpark.
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Freedom Park is a small neighborhood park and home to the Park District administrative office, board meeting room, and preschool classroom. The park offers a playground, a soccer field, a splash area, and a picnic shelter.
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Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and hockey leagues are among the services provided by the Arctic Ice Arena, a local ice skating rink. The arena also contains a pro shop as well as a restaurant/bar/grill.