City of Crown Point Staycation Itinerary

The City of Crown Point is your new home away from home. With a charming downtown and family friendly events all year long, the Hub City is your new go-to getaway. With golf courses, dozens of parks and miles of trails inside City limits, there’s plenty to explore.

Enjoy live music, festivals, outdoor movies and more under the open-air pavilion at Bulldog Park, our state-of-the-art entertainment venue, steps away from our historic downtown. During the winter, the Franciscan Health Pavilion at Bulldog Park transforms into an NHL-sized ice rink for all ages to enjoy.

Take a stroll downtown and admire the historic Lake County Courthouse. Built in 1878, the Courthouse is the heart of our downtown, complete with a history museum, local shops and restaurants. Find your new must-haves at our local shops and indulge in award-winning fare at our restaurants.

Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend with the family, a getaway with the girls or a golf trip with the guys, let us point you in the right direction. Come explore the Hub City.

SPRING

Stretch your legs or take a bike ride on the Erie Lackawanna Trail. Break out the tennis or pickleball paddles at Bridgeport, Collins, Jerry Ross or Kaiser parks. Admire the blooming magnolia at the historic Lake County Courthouse. Hit the links at White Hawk Country Club or Youche Country Club (members only).

SUMMER

Shop fresh produce and more during the Crown Point Farmers Market at Bulldog Park. Rock out at the free Summer Concert Series on the lawn of the Franciscan Health Amphitheatre at Bulldog Park. Check out classic autos during the Car Cruise at Bulldog Park. Sample Crown Point’s best cuisine during The Taste. Dine al fresco at various restaurants throughout the City.

FALL

Grab your lederhosen and head to Oktoberfest at Bulldog Park. Check out the vehicles that keep the City moving during Touch a Truck at the Sportsplex. Trick or treat downtown during the Pumpkin Walk. Visit the many antique shops, boutiques and stores throughout the City.

WINTER

Celebrate the holidays with the Crown Point Tree & Tank Lighting Ceremonies. Get an early start on holiday shopping with dozens of local artisans at the Crown Point Winter Market. Bundle up and skate under the lights on the Timothy Grzych Ice Rink at Bulldog Park. Warm up with a coffee or tea at any of our local cafes throughout the City.

EAT. SHOP. EXPLORE. WWW.CROWNPOINT.IN.GOV. LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 45 MILES SOUTHEAST OF CHICAGO