Special Events
European Market
Saturdays, May 6 - October 28 | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Thomas Centennial Park
The European Market takes place in historical Downtown Chesterton and is located at Broadway and Third Street, two miles south of the Indiana Dunes at Lake Michigan. The market is easy to get to due to its close proximity to Interstate 94 and the 80/90 Toll Road. The market generally opens for the season each year on the first Saturday of May and culminates the last Saturday of October. The market is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. The market has grown to encompass nearly 150 vendors coming from Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana. The market features vendors that sell prepared foods, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, art, and more. The market is a dog friendly atmosphere (when leashed) and is also the stage for several live musical performances throughout the season. Come browse the European Market and see what all the hype is about!
For more information, go to the market website or call the Duneland Chamber at 219-926-5513.
Twilight Christmas Parade
Saturday, November 25 | 5:15 p.m. | Thomas Centennial Park
Get into the holiday spirit and become a part of a unique Chesterton tradition! The Duneland Chamber of Commerce annually hosts the Twilight Christmas Parade. The parade is generally held the Saturday following Thanksgiving and to kick off the event, the Duneland Chamber of Commerce sponsors festive carriage rides throughout the downtown area. Following the carriage rides, the parade begins at 5:15 P.M. with numerous entries ranging from floats to walking groups, all leading up to the arrival of Santa Clause on a fire truck. Local businesses stay open late and hot chocolate along with other traditional holiday sweets are available.