Whiting’s Annual Fright Festival
Whiting’s annual fright festival, now in its 11th year, will be open for a single weekend in 2026. It begins at 5 p.m. on Friday and runs from noon until 11 p.m. on Saturday. The event features a highlight on Whihala the Witch, alongside activities like fire-eating performances, costume contests, games, food, paranormal investigations, and spooky displays. While Saturday’s daytime activities are kid-friendly, the atmosphere becomes spookier as dusk approaches.
A new feature this year includes a 6 p.m. event on Friday with Bob Anderson from “Bob After Dark.” Anderson, alongside his vampire sidekick, will host a free panel on local haunts on the Oliver Street Stage. For the complete schedule, visit wickedlywhiting.com or call 219-659-0292.
DJ Pauly D in Crown Point
DJ Pauly D, known from the MTV reality series “Jersey Shore,” will perform at Crown Point on Friday. The DJ’s outdoor show at Bulldog Park runs from 5-11 p.m. Ticket prices range from $40 for general admission to $1,000 for a VIP cabana for nine guests. For more details, visit crownpoint.in.gov or call 219-661-2271.
Oktoberfest Celebrations
Harvest Tyme Farm Park in Lowell is hosting an Oktoberfest event with a beer garden, food vendors, and games on Friday from 6:30-9 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Admission is free. St. John will have its Oktoberfest with German food, brews, and live music from Friday to Sunday. For more details, visit stjohnparish.org. The following weekend, Griffith Central Park will host its Oktoberfest with food, music, and children’s activities from Oct. 9-11. Admission is free; call 219-924-7500 for more information.
Chesterton Art Center’s Street Print Fest
The Chesterton Art Center celebrates its annual Street Print Fest on Saturday. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests can enjoy print shop demonstrations and learn about printmaking. The event offers free admission, and visitors can meet local printmakers. Visit chestertonart.com for details or call 219-926-4711.
The Stage Play ‘Back to Love’
“Back to Love,” written and directed by Stacye Clark, premieres this weekend at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. Performances are at 3 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available at paulamariemedia.com/back-to-love. Clark’s productions are known for their humor and emotional depth.
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