Balloon Twisting Class


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Come out and learn how to twist balloons into Halloween creations! Join us on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 from 6:00pm until 8:30pm for a balloon twisting workshop taught by “It’s My Party” balloon specialists. The cost is $10 per person. Kids of all ages are invited to come and twist the decorations for the Monster Mash – and even take …

Monster Mash at the Jean Shepherd Community Center


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., The Hammond Parks Foundation, Inc. and Hammond Parks & Recreation invite you to the City of Hammond’s Monster Mash! Come out to the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive on Friday, October 20th from 5pm until 9pm IN COSTUME for some tricks, treats and to do the monster mash! Cost: $5 per couple …

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra @ The PAV


CATEGORY: Events, Hammond Port Authority, The PAV

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to announce that the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra will return for their annual concert at The Pavilion at Wolf Lake on Friday, August 11th. Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets and join us for a wonderful evening of marvelous entertainment. Kids! Join us 1 hour before show …

2nd Annual Race to the Rescue


CATEGORY: Events, Hammond Port Authority, The PAV

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to announce Race to the Rescue, an event to honor our first responders. Head to The Pavilion at Wolf Lake on Sunday, September 10th for a day full of activities for everyone. Schedule of Events: 7:45am - Opening Ceremonies 8:00am - 9K Run 8:05am - 5k Run/Walk 8:15am ...

Lil Wayne at the Hammond Civic Center


CATEGORY: Events

Tickets are available now for the Summer Power Festival, featuring Lil Wayne and Blac Youngsta live! The Festival is coming to the Hammond Civic Center on Saturday, September 2, 2017, and is open to all ages. Gates open at 5pm. Visit any DTLR location or www.summerpowerfest.com to get your tickets today. Call 708-986-8890 for more information.

2nd Annual Polka @ The PAV


CATEGORY: Events, The PAV

DetailsMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority invite all polka enthusiasts to join us at the Pavilion at Wolf Lake, 2324 Calumet Avenue, on Sunday, July 30, 2017 from 2pm- 6pm. Venue grounds open at noon. Admission and parking are free. Dance the afternoon away to the sounds of the fantastic live polka band, Tony Blazonczyk’s New ...

Free Concert at The PAV


CATEGORY: Events, The PAV

DetailsREGION REUNION - Bring a Friend and Come Party at The Pav Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to host the Region Reunion with Dick Diamond and the Dusters! Head to The Pav on Saturday, July 29th for the first Region Reunion. What better setting to catch up with your friends than a party on ...

6th Annual WHAM! Midnight Bike Ride


CATEGORY: Events

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to announce the return of the WHAM After Midnight Bike Ride. Bring out your 2-wheelers, tricycles, or unicycles and enjoy a ride through Hammond, Whiting, Highland, and Munster’s beautiful neighborhood bike paths and city streets. WHAM is scheduled to roll on Saturday, August 5th into Sunday, August 6th. …

July 4th Celebration at Wolf Lake


CATEGORY: Events

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to announce the details of the annual Fourth of July Celebration at Wolf Lake. The annual Naturalization Ceremony will begin July 4th at 5:00pm at The Pav. The Bill Porter Orchestra is guaranteed to put you in a patriotic mood when they perform after the ceremony’s completion (approximately …

Sinatra Forever @ The PAV


CATEGORY: Events

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to welcome Rick Michels’ and his 24-piece big band back to the Pavilion at Wolf Lake for Sinatra Forever on Saturday, June 17th. Sinatra Forever: A Salute to Frank Sinatra is a concert that pays homage to the greatest singer of all time. Rick Michel is one of ...