Things to Do in Gary, IN

  • Our list of the best things to do in Gary, Indiana, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 61 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gary, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gary, IN , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park, Hammond, Michigan City, Chesterton, Oak Lawn, Portage, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, Orland Park, Lansing, East Chicago, Oak Forest, Hobart and Michigan City
  • Our list of the best things to do in Gary, Indiana, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 61 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gary, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gary, IN , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park, Hammond, Michigan City, Chesterton, Oak Lawn, Portage, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, Orland Park, Lansing, East Chicago, Oak Forest, Hobart and Michigan City
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26.2 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 2820 E Michigan Blvd, Michigan City, IN 46360 MoreLess Info
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.
26.4 Miles
History Museums 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 MoreLess Info
The Chicago History Museum offers a variety of exhibits through which guests can learn about the city's long life. Children who visit this site will be able to play a variety of entertaining, yet informative, games.
26.5 Miles
88% 1744 votes
Comedy Clubs 1616 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 MoreLess Info
For over fifty years The Second City has been entertaining its audience with comedy sketches and short scenes with a focus on improvisation, seven nights a week. Second City features open cabaret-style table seating for added social interactivity.
26.6 Miles
55% 11 votes
Horse Races 3501 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
As a horse racing venue, Hawthorne Race Course provides visitors with a space to watch thoroughbred horses race while enjoying a meal. Visitors can participate in placing wages on horses for the races.
26.7 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
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.
26.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
Theaters 3801 S Central Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
Each season, Jedlicka Performing Arts Center produces a mix of plays and musicals starring local performers. The theater can sit up to 250 people, and has a concession stand that serves tea and coffee during intermission.
26.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
Ice Skating 34th & Laramie, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
During the winter season, visitors can enjoy outdoor, recreational ice skating at Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink. The rink has several concession stand that serves warm refreshments like hot chocolate.
26.9 Miles
- 4 votes
Golf 9901 179th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
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.
27.0 Miles
91% 506 votes
Parks 2045 North Lincoln Park West, Chicago, IL 60610 MoreLess Info
Featuring a statue of President Lincoln himself, Lincoln Park is a neighborhood that features a cafe and plenty of greenery for guests who wish to escape the city. The location also features the free Lincoln Park Zoo.
27.0 Miles
52% 33 votes
Movie Theaters 4779 W Cermak, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
The AMC Showplace Cicero 14 is a modern multiplex cinema that features first-run films and offers full digital projection with stadium seating throughout its auditoriums. The facility also provides traditional amenitites like a snack bar and arcade as well.
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