Orak Shrine Circus Returns to Hammond


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Carden International Circus proudly present the 2016 Orak Shrine Circus at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Ave., beginning Thursday, Oct. 6th through Sunday, Oct. 9th. Come and see the elephants, tigers, lions, monkeys, dogs, aerialists, jugglers and much, much more! Four big days … seven big shows!! Dates & Times:Thursday October 6th ...

United Combat League MMA in Hammond


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Be there for the next big event in MMA history: United Combat League MMA – Havoc in Hammond III! Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Avenue. Doors open at 7:00pm. Fights start at 8:00pm. Some fighters at this event include: Miguel Torres, Dennis Dombrow, Dan Stittgen, Josh Lee, Nick Wayne, Ryan Peters and more! Tickets cost $32, …

Veterans Appreciation Day Parade & Concert


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

The City of Hammond celebrates its 3rd annual Veteran Appreciation Day parade on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. in Hammond’s 5th and 6th districts. The parade route travels from Olcott Avenue, down 173rd street and ends at the Hessville Park Veteran Memorial. Some of the parade participants include members of local American Legions and VFW posts, musical entertainment from …

11th Annual RC Pilots Air Show


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

The Jean Shepherd Community Center will be hosting the 11th Annual RC Pilots Air Show featuring a candy drop for kids on Saturday, September 24th from Noon - 3:00pm. This event is free. Concessions will be available for purchase. The Jean Shepherd Community Center is located at 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive in Hammond.

“Wine & Canvas” Returns to Hammond in September


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Join us for Wine and Canvas at the Jean Shepherd Community Center! 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive Hammond, IN 46323 Friday, September 23, 2016 6:00pm until 9:00pm $35 per seat. Food and drink available for purchase. 21 years and older. Visit: http://www.wineandcanvas.com/south-bend-in.html to reserve your seat! Seats are limited, so hurry! Call 219-554-0155 with any questions.

WWE Live at the Hammond Civic Center


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

WWE Returns to Hammond for the 1st Time in 2 Years! Friday, October 21st, 2016, 7:30pm at the Hammond Civic Center. See your Favorite WWE Superstars including: Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens, Charlotte, The New Day, Sami Zayn, Rusev, Cesaro, and many more!* Tickets start at just $15! Tickets available now at www.NXTTickets.com or at the Hammond Civic Center …

“Wine & Canvas” Returns to Hammond in August


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Join us for Wine and Canvas at the Jean Shepherd Community Center! 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive Hammond, IN 46323 August 19, 2016 6:00pm until 9:00pm $35 per seat. Food and drink available for purchase. 21 years and older. Visit: http://www.wineandcanvas.com/south-bend-in.html to reserve your seat! Seats are limited, so hurry! Call 219-554-0155 with any questions.

Hammond Parks extends pool dates


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department

Hammond Parks & Recreation extends pool dates to the public at Hessville pool, located at Kennedy Avenue and 173rd Street, and Pulaski pool, located at 137th Street and Sheffield Avenue, through Saturday, September 3rd. On Tuesday, August 16th Hessville and Pulaski pools will be open from noon until 7 p.m. Starting on Wednesday, August 17, the hours for Hessville and …

Get Ready for Summer Fun at Hammond’s Pools


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation invite all area residents to join us for summer fun at Hammond’s four outdoor pools. Pool passes are on sale now, and the pools will open, weather permitting, June 11 through September 3. Pool hours will be: Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am until 7:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm. All of the pools are closed on Mondays for maintenance. Pick up your Season Passes for the whole family at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Ave. or at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive, 219-554-0155.