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INDIANA DUNES COUNTRYEVENT PLANNING GUIDE
VENUES FOR WEDDINGS, MEETINGS, PARTIES, REUNIONS AND MORE
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Located just one hour east of
downtown Chicago, Indiana Dunes Country
offers a charming venue for small meetings
and corporate retreats without
the big city costs.
Dear Event Planner,
Whether youre deciding where to hold your business getaways, retreats andoff-site meetings, or planning a family/class reunion, dream wedding or party, we
invite you to consider the difference that is Indiana Dunes Country.
Located just one hour southeast of downtown Chicago, with the picturesque
Indiana Dunes as its backdrop, Indiana Dunes Country offers meeting planners a
rst-class venue for meetings, corporate retreats, weddings and family events
without the big city costs.
Youll nd accommodations and amenities to meet every need. Large groups can
take advantage of our top-notch conference facilities conveniently located near
a variety of great restaurants and one-of-a-kind attractions. Smaller groups canescape the hustle and bustle of the citywhile still getting business doneat a
country inn or bed-and-breakfast tucked away in the woods.
Weve put together this Event Planning Guide to show you the vast range of
services and accommodations our area provides. Although the information in
it is subject to change, weve done our best to provide the most up-to-date
information to you.
Take a look through the guide. We think youll like what you see. And if you have
any further questions or would like more information, please contact us. Wed
love to show you how Indiana Dunes Country is the perfect destination for you
and your business.
Sincerely,
Lorelei Weimer Angela Pasyk
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NICHE MARKET DIRECTOR
Sand Creek Country Club Hampton Inn & Suites, Valparaiso
Inn at Aberdeen Ogden Gardens
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Meeting Places by category 4Indiana Dunes Tourism 5Aberdeen Manor 6Best Western Indian Oak 7Best Western Plus Portage 8Casa Del Roma 9Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve 10Country Inns & Suites Portage 11Country Inns & Suites Valparaiso 12
Courtyard by Marriott 13Days Inn 14Duneland Falls Banquet & Meeting Center 15Gray Goose Inn 16Hampton Inn & Suites 17Hawthorne Park 18Hilton Garden Inn 19Holiday Inn Express 20Holiday Inn Express & Suites 21IMAX of Portage 22Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore 23Indiana Dunes State Park 24
Inn at Aberdeen 25Inspiration Wood 26Memorial Opera House 27Porter County Exposition Center 28Rileys Railhouse 29Sand Creek Country Club 30Spring House Inn 31Strongbow Inn 32Sunset Hill Farm 33Taltree Arboretum and Gardens 34Trinity Hall 35Valparaiso Parks 36
-Welter Room Banquet 37Valparaiso University - Harre Union 38Valparaiso University - Chapel of the Resurrection 39Waterbird Banquet Center 40Woodland Park Community Complex 41
Zao Island 42
Table of Contents
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City
NumberofMeetingRooms
MaximumO
ccupancy
MaximumS
izeinSquareFeet
OutdoorLocationAvailable
ABERDEEN MANOR Valparaiso 2 600 4,500 Y
BEST WESTERN INDIAN OAK Chesterton 1 100 1,225
BEST WESTERN PORTAGE Portage 3 140 1,400
CASA DEL ROMA Valparaiso 5 450 3,500
COFFEE CREEK WATERSHED PRESERVE (OUTDOOR) Chesterton 2 150 OUTDOOR Y
COUNTRY INNS AND SUITES Portage 2 40 550
COUNTRY INNS AND SUITES Valparaiso 1 30 450
COURTYARD VALPARAISO Valparaiso 1 40 720
DAYS INN Portage 3 200 750
DUNELAND FALLS BANQUET AND MEETING CENTER Porter 4 1,000 22,000
GRAY GOOSE INN Chesterton 1 15 500HAMPTON INN & SUITES Valparaiso 1 80 850
HAWTHORNE PARK Porter 4 180 OUTDOOR Y
HILTON GARDEN INN Chesterton 4 100 1,200 Y
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES Portage 1 75 1,300
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS Valparaiso 2 75 1,250
IMAX OF PORTAGE Portage 2 50
INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE (OUTDOOR) Various 5 50 OUTDOOR Y
INDIANA DUNES STATE PARK (OUTDOOR) Chesterton 6 150 OUTDOOR Y
INN AT ABERDEEN LTD. Valparaiso 2 120 800 Y
INSPIRATION WOOD Westville 10 272 Y
MEMORIAL OPERA HOUSE Valparaiso 2 360 5,400
OGDEN GARDENS (VALPO PARKS) Valparaiso 1 100 OUTDOOR Y
OLD FAIRGROUNDS PARK (VALPO PARKS) Valparaiso 1 250 Y
PORTER COUNTY EXPOSITION CENTER Valparaiso 4 5,000 9,840 Y
RILEYS RAILHOUSE Chesterton 1 50 Y
ROGERS-LAKEWOOD PARK (VALPO PARKS) Valparaiso 7 150 OUTDOOR Y
SAND CREEK COUNTRY CLUB Chesterton 10 1,000 4,400 Y
SPRING HOUSE INN Porter 2 35 475
STRONGBOW INN Valparaiso 6 500 2,590
SUNSET HILL FARM (OUTDOOR) Valparaiso 600 OUTDOOR Y
TALTREE ARBORETUM AND GARDENS Valparaiso 2 125 1300 Y
TRINITY HALL Chesterton 3 450 Y
VALPARAISO PARKS Valparaiso 250 OUTDOOR YVALPARAISO UNIVERSITY Valparaiso 8 1,000 7,440
VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY CHAPEL Valparaiso 1 2,000
WATERBIRD BANQUET CENTER Chesterton 6 375 Y
WELTER ROOM BANQUET (VALPO PARKS) Valparaiso 1 80 Y
WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY COMPLEX Portage 4 1,000 9,600 Y
ZAO ISLAND Valparaiso 7 5,750 Y
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Meeting Placesby category
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1215 N State Road 49
Porter, IN 46304
www.indianadunes.com
CONTACT US:219-926-2255
Fax: 219-929-5395
IndianaDunes
Tourism
Explore all that Indiana Dunes Country has to offer, including videosof local venues and attractions, travel coupons, themed itinerariesand more atwww.indianadunes.com
Contact our Niche Market Director, Angela Pasyk, for:
Room blocks for out-of-town guests at your chosenaccomodation
Helpful advice and answers
Welcome packets with brochures detailing all the great events,attractions, restaurants, lodging and deals in Indiana DunesCountry
Information on local vendors - orists, photographers, caterers,
bakeries, DJs
We are here tohelp you plan
your event!
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216 Ballantrae Street
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.aberdeenmanor.com
CONTACT US:
219-465-7130Fax: 219-548-3689
Contact: Denna Fyock
denna@
aberdeenmanor.com
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AberdeenManor
Amenity Type
Banquet hall, Chapel, Garden
Number of Meeting Rooms
2, can be combined into 1
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Chapel Main Floor: 50 x 50
Chapel Meeting Room: 50 x 30
North Room: 30 x 48
South Room: 60 x 48
Ballroom (North + South Rooms): 90 x 48
Total Occupancy
Chapl Main Floor: 280
Chapel Meeting Room: 80-100
North Room: 110
South Room: 250
Ballroom (North + South Rooms): 300600
Meeting Services/Amenities
On-site catering service
A/V system
Special Amenities
Aberdeen Manor operates on an exclusive use policy. When you bookyour meeting here, youll have complete use of the entire facilityensuring
complete privacy.
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
62
Meeting Areas
35 x 35
Total Occupancy
100
Meeting Services/Amenities
Catering referrals
Coffee, water and soda
Copy and fax machines
Data ports
Hotel Amenities:
Free parkingComplimentary continental breakfast
24-hour front desk
Express check-in/check-out
Late check-out for a nominal fee
Cable TV with free HBO
High speed Internet
Complimentary newspaper at front desk
558 Indian Boundary Road
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.indianoak.com
CONTACT US:
219-926-2200Toll Free:
800-553-4232
Fax: 219-929-4285
Best WesternIndian Oak
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
3
Number of Guest Rooms
100
Meeting Areas
Dunes Room 1200 sq ft
Media Room 285 sq ft
Executive Board Room
Total Occupancy
Dunes Room: 80-100
Media Room: 30
Executive Board Room: 15
Meeting Services/Amenities
Catering referrals
Coffee, water and soda
Copy and fax machinesData ports
Hotel Amenities:
Free parking
Indoor pool including kids play area
Indoor spa
Exercise room
Business center
Game room
On-site lounge w/food and beverage,
Full complimentary breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Refrigerator/coffee maker in every room
Fresh coffee is out for guests all day
6200 Melton Road
Portage, IN 46368
www.bestwestern.com
CONTACT US:
219-734-6727
Fax: 219-841-9721
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Best WesternPlus
Portage
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712 Calumet Avenue
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.casadelroma.com
CONTACT US:
219-465-0478
Fax: 219-477-5985
Casa DelRoma
Amenity Type
Banquet hall
Number of Meeting Rooms
5
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Call for information
Total Occupancy
Roma Room: 75
Roma East: 275
Roma West: 125
North Suite: 450
South Suite: 200
Meeting Services/Amenities
On-site catering and buffet service
Full bar available
A/V systemsPodium
Special Amenities
Bar
Dance oor
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2401 Village Point Road
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.coffeecreekwc.org
CONTACT US:
219-926-1842
janetr@
coffeecreekwc.org
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Coffee CreekWatershed
Preserve
Amenity Type
Pavilion, Outdoor amphitheater
Number of Meeting Spaces
2
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Call for information
Total Occupancy
150
Meeting Services/Amenities
Sound systems (requires special authorization)
Pavilion has two grills and replaces
Party barn has sports equipment, rst aid, coolers
Special Amenities
The Pavilion is available for company picnics, reunions andgraduation parties and various other events. Outtted with
20 picnic tables and 2 replaces, memories are just waiting
to be created!
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1630 Olmstead Drive
Portage, IN 46368
www.countryinns.com
CONTACT US:
219-764-0021
Toll Free: 800-596-2375
Fax: 219-764-0022
Country Inns& Suites
Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
2
Number of Guest Rooms
100
Meeting Areas
Meeting Room: 25 x 22
Board Room: 25 x 12
Total Occupancy
Meeting Room: 1840
Board Room: 10
Meeting Services/Amenities
Off-site catering service
Coffee service
Flip charts
TV/VCR
ScreenHigh speed Internet
Hotel Amenities
Complimentary breakfast
Family aquatic center
Suites available
Cable TV
Coin-operated guest laundry
Fitness center
Free weekday newspapers
Read It & ReturnLending Library
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2020 LaPorte Avenue
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.countryinns.com
CONTACT US:
219-476-0000
Toll Free: 800-596-2375
Fax: 219-476-9293
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Country Inns& Suites
Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
59
Meeting Areas
Call for information
Total Occupancy
1130
Meeting Services/Amenities
Complimentary coffee and water
Dry erase board
Pull down screen
TV /VCR/DVD player
Wireless Internet
Catering recommendations available
Copy and fax machineComputers available
Breakfast and snack service
Hotel Amenities
Cable TV with premium channels
Children 18 and under stay free in thesame room with an adult
Coffee, tea and cookies available 24hours a day
Complimentary deluxecontinental breakfast
Hotel Amenities
Express check-in/check-out service
Fax, copier and computer services
Fitness center
Forgotten items service
High speed Internet access in allpublic areas
Indoor pool
Jacuzzi
Coin-operated guest laundry
Free parking
Suites available
Read It & ReturnLending Library
Complimentary weekdayUSA Today newspaper
Same-day valet laundry service
Wake-up service
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
111
Meeting Areas
24 x 30
Total Occupancy
25-30
Meeting Services/Amenities
Coffee service available for fee
Overhead projector and screen availablefor fee
Speaker phone
Flip charts/markers available for fee
Copy and fax machines in lobby
Computers and printers in lobby
Hotel Amenities
Indoor/outdoor pool & Hot tub
Fitness room
Full hot breakfast buffet $6.95
Valet dry cleaning
Coin-operated guest laundry
2301 E. Morthland Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.marriott.com/vrpcy
CONTACT US:
219-465-1700Toll Free: 800-321-2211
Fax: 219-477-2430
joel.mindykowski
@whitelodging.com
Courtyardby Marriott
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
3, can be combined
Number of Guest Rooms
111
Meeting Areas
Meeting Room A: 29.5 x 20
Meeting Room B: 29.5 x 25.5
Meeting Room C: 29.5 x 20
AB or BC: 29.5 x 45.5
ABC: 29.5 x 85.5
Total Occupancy
Meeting Room A: 2550
Meeting Room B: 3575
Meeting Room C: 2550
AB or BC: 60125
ABC: 85200
Meeting Services/Amenities
Coffee pot
Fax and copy machines
Telephone line
High speed Internet
Coffee, juice and donut service
Projector equipment
Meeting room equipment
Podium
Hotel Amenities
Indoor pool and hot tub
Complimentary continental breakfast
24-hour coffeeGuest laundry facility
Large executive rooms available
6161 Melton Road
Portage, IN 46368
www.daysinn.com
CONTACT US:
219-762-2136
Fax: 219-763-1355
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DaysInn
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1100 N. Max Mochal
Porter, IN 46304
www.dunelandfalls.com
CONTACT US:
219-688-0352
weddingsbyangelique
@yahoo.com
Amenity Type
Banquet hall
Number of Meeting Rooms
3
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Completely exiblecall for information
Total Occupancy:
401,000
Meeting Services/Amenities
Catering service
Event planning
Projector
PA system
Podium
Wireless Internet
Special Amenities:
The Duneland Falls facility can be divided for virtually any size eventfrom a
fraction of the space for smaller businesses and social events to a full-facility rentalwith seating for 600.
Duneland FallsBanquet & Meeting Center
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350 Indian Boundary Road
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.graygooseinn.com
CONTACT US:
219-926-5781
Toll Free: 800-521-5127
Fax: 219-926-4845
Amenity Type
Bed & breakfast
Number of Meeting Rooms
1 + additional breakout space
Number of Guest Rooms
8
Meeting Areas
Library: 16 x 20
Breakout solarium: 13 x 15
Total Occupancy
15
Meeting Services/Amenities
Complimentary coffee, tea, fruit, pastries, cookies
Flip chart and pad
Wi-Fi Internet access
Overhead projector
TV/VCR
Fax machine
B&B Amenities
Complimentary full or continental breakfast
Suites available with replace and/or Jacuzzi
Pet-friendly policy
Most rooms with desk and a fan
Lunch and dinner available by advance reservation
DVD players in each room
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Gray GooseInn
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
77
Meeting Areas
36.5 x 24
Total Occupancy
3080
Meeting Services/Amenities
TV/VCR
Overhead projector and screen
Flip chart
Coffee, ice water and soda
Off-site catering service
High speed Internet
Hotel Amenities
Guest laundry facility
Indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi
Exercise facility
Complimentary breakfast bar
Free cable with in-room HBO
Free USA Today
24-hour complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate
1451 Silhavy Road
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.hamptoninn.com
CONTACT US:
219-531-6424
Toll Free:
1-800-Hampton
Fax: 219-531-6423
valin_hampton_suites
@hilton.com
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Hampton Inn& Suites
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Amenity Type
Outdoor Millennium Gazebo
Indoor Community Center
Number of Meeting Spaces
4
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Total Occupancy
Community Center: 60180 people
Front Lounge and Kitchen: 60 people
Back Hall and Kitchen: 120 people
Lounge, Hall and Kitchens: 180 people
Meeting Services/Amenities
Alcohol is allowed in Community Center
Fireplace
Sound systems allowed
500 Ackerman Drive
Porter, IN 46304
www.townofporter.com
CONTACT US:
219-921-1687
Fax: 219-395-8811
HawthornePark
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501 Gateway Boulevard
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.chesterton.hgi.com
CONTACT US:
219-983-9500
Fax: 219-983-9600
holly.deplanty@
hilton.com
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
4
Number of Guest Rooms
120
Meeting Areas
Board room: 22 x 25
Sandcreek: 29 x 25
Coffee Creek 1: 23 x 24
Coffee Creek 2: 23 x 27
Coffee Creek 1 & 2: 50 x 23
Total Occupancy
Board room: 12
Sandcreek: 3050
Coffee Creek 1: 2450
Coffee Creek 2: 2450
Coffee Creek 1 & 2: 36100
Meeting Services/Amenities
TV/VCR
LCD projector & screen
Flip chart
Copy & fax services
Printer
On-site catering service
Podium
Wireless microphone
Hotel Amenities
Guest laundry facility
24-hour complimentary coffee,tea and hot chocolate
Indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi
Breakfast buffet for additional cost
Free cable with in-room HBO
Free local phone calls
Free USA Today
Exercise facility
HiltonGarden Inn
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
76
Meeting Areas
55 x 25
Total Occupancy
75
Meeting Services/Amenities
TV/DVD/VCR
Overhead projector and screen
Data ports
Catering available
Wet bar
Micro-refrigerator
High speed InternetCopy and fax machines
Printer
Flip chart
Whiteboard
Hotel Amenities
Free deluxe continental breakfast
Indoor swimming pool
Kid suites
24-hour coffee service
Free TV with movie channels(HBO, ESPN, Disney, CNN)
Spa rooms and extended stayrooms available
Cardiovascular tness center
Sealy mattresses
2323 Willowcreek Road
Portage, IN 46368
www.hiexpress.com
CONTACT US:
219-762-7777
Fax: 219-762-7777
Holiday InnExpress
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Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
2
Number of Guest Rooms
85
Meeting Areas
Larger room: 50 x 25
Smaller room: 20 x 15
Total Occupancy
Larger room: 50
Smaller room: 25
Meeting Services/Amenities
TV/VCR
Overhead projector and screen
Dry erase board
Copy and fax machines
Computers and printersHigh speed and wireless Internet
Food and Beverage options for anadditional charge
Hotel Amenities
24-hour complimentary coffee
24-hour tness center
All non-smoking facility
Business center
Cable/satellite TV
Complimentary deluxecontinental breakfast
Complimentary wireless internet inall guest rooms, meeting rooms andpublic areas
Guest laundry facilities
Indoor heated pool and whirlpool
In-room pay-per-view movies
Premium cable
Same-day dry cleaning
1251 Silhavy Road
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.hiexpress.com
CONTACT US:
219-464-9395
Fax: 219-464-9365
sales.valparaiso.hie@
focushotels.com
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Holiday InnExpress
and Suites
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Amenity Type
Meeting Room (in a movie theater)
Number of Meeting Rooms
2
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Small Room - rectangular tables
Big Room - round tables
Total Occupancy
3550
Meeting Services/Amenities
Access to an IMAX Theater (admission not included)
Special Amenities
With your reservation you will get a party room for 4 hours, concession discounts,a staff person to assist during the party and refrigerator and freezeraccess. Admission not included.
6550 US Highway 6
Portage, IN 46368
www.gqti.com
CONTACT US:
219-764-2550
IMAXof Portage
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CONTACT US:
219-395-1644
Fax: 219-926-7561
stephanie_purcell
@nps.gov
1100 N. Mineral Springs Road
Porter, IN 46304
www.nps.gov/indu
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Amenity Type
National Park / Beach
Number of Shelters
5
Number of Guest Rooms
Campground
Total Occupancy
Shelters: up to 50
Beach wedding: up to 50
Meeting Services/Amenities
Park shelters are on a rst-come, rst-served basis and cannot be reserved.
Special Notes
Gatherings and commercial activities in national parks often require a special usepermit. The purpose of these permits is to ensure the protection of the parksnatural and cultural resources, as well as to minimize conicts between park
visitors and your guests.
Indiana DunesNational Lakeshore
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CONTACT US:
219-926-1952
Fax: 219-926-9113
www.in.gov/dnr
1600 N. 25 East
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2980.htm
Amenity Type
State Park / Beach
Number of Shelters
6
Number of Guest Rooms
Campground
Total Occupancy
Shelters: up to 50
Beach wedding: up to 150
Meeting Services/Amenities
Beautiful trails, Nature Center on-site
Special Notes
Only small, simple ceremonies are allowed on the beach, which will remainaccessible to the general public. Shelters may be reserved for receptions.
Simple decorations are permitted but must be removed immediately after theceremony. Structures such as tents, archways, etc. are not permitted on the beach.
Indiana DunesState Park
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Amenity Type
Bed & breakfast
Number of Meeting Rooms
3
Number of Guest Rooms
11
Meeting Areas
Conference Room: 800 sq. ft.(call for exact room dimensions)
Suite: conference table for 8(call for exact room dimensions)
Total Occupancy
Conference Room 2: 64120
Suite: 28
Breakout Rooms: 2 additional
Meeting Services/Amenities
Food and beverage service available
(onsite chef)
Wi-Fi throughout Inn
LCD projector
Flip charts and dry eraseboard provided
Overhead and slide projectors
CD & VHS players
B&B Amenities
Jacuzzi for two in each room
Fireplace in 10 of 11 rooms
Kitchenette/Living Room Suite available
2nd Living Room Suite with optionaladjoining 2nd bedroom
Lodging guests enjoy a 3-coursebreakfast and evening dessert, snacks& beverages
Library
Solarium
Walking trails
Course at Aberdeen (golf) adjacent
Tennis and outdoor pool within
community
3158 South State Road 2
Valparaiso, IN 46385
www.innataberdeen.com
CONTACT US:
219-465-3753
1-866-761-3753
Fax: 219-465-9227
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Inn atAberdeen
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642 E. Inspiration Road
Westville, IN 46391
www.inspirationwood.com
CONTACT US:
219-983-9922
Amenity Type
Cottage InnConference Center
Number of Meeting Spaces
2
Number of Guest Rooms
18
Meeting Areas
Gathering Space
Lavender House
Total Occupancy
Gathering Space: 60
Lavender House: 16
Individual Cabins: 2-10 each (42 Total)
Meeting Services/Amenities
Catering Options: All day, Breakfast,Lunch, Dinner, Appetizers.
Bar Tending Services: Beer and Wine.
Grace Garden and Meadow included withthe Gathering Space.
Wi-Fi, phone and fax
Built in HD projector and 8 ft. projectionscreen
Blue Ray DVD Player
Wireless sound system with lavaliere andhandheld microphone.
Dry-erase boards
Flipcharts and markers
InspirationWood
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Porter County Fairgrounds
216 E. Division Road
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.porterco.org/expo
CONTACT US:
219-464-0133
Fax: 219-531-2391
expocenter
@porterco.org
Porter CountyExposition Center
Amenity Type
Exhibition complex
Number of Meeting Rooms
5
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Main Exhibition Hall: 82 x 120
Banquet Room 1: 51 x 64
Banquet Room 2: 28 x 64
Expo East: 106 x 88
4-H Building: 63 x 144
Total Occupancy
Main Exhibition Hall: 450750
Banquet Room 1: 200-225
Banquet Room 2: 80-100
Expo East: 300-350
4-H Building: 300
Meeting Services/Amenities
A/V system
Dance oor
Catering services
Wireless Internet
Handicapped accessible
Podium and microphones
Screens and projectors
New sound and lighting amenities
Special Amenities
Grandstand
Capacity for exhibitor booths
Lodging located within one mile ofExpo Center
Additional buildings available for rentalfor large expos and trade shows,including:
- Walkway link
- Expo East Building
- 4-H Exhibit Building
- Buggy Wheel Pavilion
- Livestock buildings
-On-site campground
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CONTACT US:
219-395-9999
StationMaster
@rileysrailhouse.com
123 N. 4th Street
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.rileysrailhouse.com
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Amenity Type
Indoor (converted train station)
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
2, can sleep up to 7 people total
Meeting Areas
Call for info
Total Occupancy
50
Meeting Services/Amenities
Wood-burning replace
Gourmet presentation kitchen
Large bar
Covered outdoor deck
RileysRailhouse
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1001 Sandcreek Drive South
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.sandcreek.com/banquets
CONTACT US:
Phone: (219) 395-5222
Fax: (219) 395-5280
amy.cushway@
sandcreek.com
Amenity Type
Country club
Number of Meeting Rooms
10
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Lake Room
Creek Room
Marsh Room
Grand Ballroom (Lake, Creek &Marsh Rooms combined)
Formal Dining Room
Library
Grill Room
Clubhouse Main Floor
Pool
Total Occupancy
Lake Room: 70150
Creek Room: 150250
Marsh Room: 60150
Grand Ballroom (Lake, Creek &Marsh Rooms combined): 300500
Formal Dining Room: 4075
Library: 2030
Grill Room: 75150
Clubhouse Main Floor: 4251000
Pool: 150500
Meeting Services/Amenities
On-site catering available
Multimedia and overhead projectors
TV
Podium
Screens
Microphones
Wireless Internet
Videoconference capabilities
Copy and fax machines
Telephone
Special Amenities
Tennis courtsGolf course
Swimming pools
Fitness center
Spa services
Sand CreekCountry Club
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303 N. Mineral Springs Road
Porter, IN 46304
www.springhouseinn.com
CONTACT US:
219-929-4600
Fax: 219-926-8258
kpatel8332
@sbcglobal.net
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Spring HouseInn
Amenity Type
Hotel
Number of Meeting Rooms
2
Number of Guest Rooms
60
Meeting Areas
Parlor A: 275 sq. ft.
Parlor B: 200 sq. ft.
(call for exact dimensions)
Total Occupancy
Parlor A: 1618
Parlor B: 1020
Meeting Services/Amenities
Light food service available
Complimentary coffee, tea and water
Overhead projector
Flip chartsDry erase board
TV/VCR
Conference phone
Hotel Amenities
Indoor pool
Hot tub
Dry sauna
Free Wi-Fi
Exercise room
Complimentary breakfast
Refrigerator and microwave ineach room
Cable TV with HBO
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2405 E. US Highway 30
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.strongbowinn.com
CONTACT US:
219-531-0162
Fax: 219-531-0237
Amenity Type
Restaurant/Banquets/Bakery
Number of Meeting Rooms
6
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Executive Board Room: call for exactdimensions
Rose: 13 x 18
Homestead: 13 x 18
Club: 32 x 19
*Charles: 67 x 44
*Caroline: 70 x 37
*Can be combined
Total Occupancy
Executive Board Room: 20
Rose: 36
Homestead: 30
Club: 45
*Charles: 200
*Caroline: 200
*Can be combined
Meeting Services/Amenities
A/V system
Phone lines
On-site catering available
Internet
LCD projector
Screens
Laser pointer
Special Amenities
Located in an award-winning restaurantand bakery
Adjacent to lodging options
StrongbowInn
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775 Meridian Road
Valparaiso, IN 46385-8507
www.porterco.org
CONTACT US:
219-465-3586
Fax: 219-465-3640
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Amenity Type
Outdoor gazebo, tents
Number of Meeting Spaces
One gazebo, numerous tents andcanopies available
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Outdoor gazebo
Outdoor tents
Outdoor canopies
Total Occupancy
600
Meeting Services/Amenities
Alcohol allowed with permit (can be through caterer)
Services available through outside contractors
Sunset HillFarm
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CONTACT US:
219-462-0025
Fax: 219-462-0848
450 W. 100 North
Valparaiso, IN 46385
www.taltree.org
Amenity Type
Outdoor pavilion
Indoor Railway Depot
Number of Meeting Spaces
2
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Pavilion: 1300 sq ft
Depot: 900 sq ft
Total Occupancy
Pavilion: 60125
Depot: 3060
Meeting Services/Amenities
General admission to Taltree included for guests
Alcohol allowed with special provisions
Depot has A/V equipment
Fireplace in PavilionGift store in Depot
Services (caterer, DJ, etc.) available through outside contractors
TaltreeArboretum & Gardens
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CONTACT US:
219-926-1282
Fax: 219-926-1282
638 N. Calumet Road
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.stpatsparish.org
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Amenity Type
Indoor/Outdoor
Number of Meeting Rooms
3, including gazebo
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Outdoor Gazebo
Chandelier Room: 90
Banquet Hall: 450
Meeting Services/Amenities
Alcohol allowed
Catering available
Special Amenities
Trinity Banquet Hall is on the campus of St. Patrick Church and has fast become apremier location for bridal showers, wedding receptions, baby showers, anniversaryparties and more! With the ability to host your event, whether large or small, youllnd Trinity Banquet Hall a wonderful venue for your event at a reasonable cost.
TrinityHall
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Total Occupancy
Forest Park Shelters: 100
Total OccupancyPavilion: 250
Kiwanis East: 40
Kiwanis West: 150
Oak Grove: 50
Valparaiso Parks
Ogden Gardens(Florence A. Dayton Gazebo)Campbell Street and Harrison Boulevard, Valparaiso, IN 46385
219-462-5144
www.ci.valparaiso.in.us
Old Fairgrounds Park(Butterfield Family Pavilion)Evans Avenue and Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383
219-462-5144
www.ci.valparaiso.in.us
Rogers-Lakewood Park5320 Campbell Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385
219-462-5144
www.ci.valparaiso.in.us
Amenities/Information
Florence A. Dayton Gazebo
2 hour increments
Includes 60 chairs
Music allowed with no amplication
No restroom or electricity
Shelters available at Forest Park
Amenities/InformationButtereld Family Pavilion
April 15Oct 15
Alcohol allowed with security
Kitchen included with reservations
Price includes table and chair setup
Amenities/Information
Seven shelters available
Total Occupancy
Big Wheel: 125
Discovery: 125
Hickory Grove: 80
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CONTACT US:
219-531-7888
Fax: [email protected]
1155 Shefeld DriveValparaiso, IN 46385
www.valparaisogolf.com
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Amenity Type
Indoor, golf clubhouse
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Call for information
Total Occupancy
80
Meeting Services/Amenities
Decorations are allowed but no taping, nailing or pinning to the painted walls;no glitter.
Food can be brought in yourself or through outside caterers.
Welter Room Banquet(Forest Park Golf Course)
Valparaiso Parks (Continued)
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Harre Union
1509 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.valpo.edu/union/reservations
CONTACT US:
219-464-5007
Fax: 219-464-6748
union.reservations@
valpo.edu
Amenity Type
University hall
Number of Meeting Rooms
10 rooms
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Conference areas (2): 196 sq. ft.
Conference room 1: 308 sq. ft.
Conference room 2: 513 sq. ft.
Conference room 3: 504 sq. ft.
Conference room 4: 756 sq. ft.
Large conference room: 1,064 sq. ft.(can be divided into 2 smaller roomsat 532 each)
Ballroom: 7,440 sq. ft.(can be divided into 3 rooms at2,480 each)
Total Occupancy
Conference rooms: 251,000(call for specics)
Ballroom: 5001,000
Mueller Hall: 88
Christopher Center Library Room: 250
Meeting Services/Amenities
Catering available
A/V system
Video conferencingcapabilities (select rooms)
Wireless Internet
Computer lab
Special Amenities
Outdoor dining areas
Multiple lounges
Outdoor terrace
E-mail kiosks
Information TV system
Vending machines
Copy center
ValparaisoUniversity
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CONTACT US:
219-464-5093
1600 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
www.valpo.edu/chapel
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Amenity type
Indoor
Number of Meeting Rooms
1
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Call for information
Total Occupancy
2,000
Meeting Services/Amenities
Christian wedding services only
Pipe organ (nearly 5,500 pipes and 101 ranks with a four-manual console withpedal and 77 stops)
Valparaiso University
Chapel of theResurrection
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Amenity Type
Banquet Hall, Indoor/Outdoor Venue,Gazebo
Meeting Areas
(All have view of Lake Chubb)
Sandpiper
Egret
Kingsher
Sandpiper & Egret
Egret & Kingsher
Full Waterbird
Total Occupancy
Sandpiper: 45
Egret: 45160
Kingsher: 45160
Sandpiper & Egret: 120250
Egret & Kingsher: 140300
Full Waterbird: 250350
Meeting Services/Amenities
Offers onsite Chef for all food preparationand catering
Waterbird Spa within walking distance
All-inclusive bridal/special event packages
Air Conditioning
Conference/Meeting Room
Family and Group (20+) Friendly
Handicapped Accessible
Locally Owned
Multimedia presentation equipment
Wireless Internet
Guest Rooms (on-property hotels)
Indoor cooridor link to Waterbird LakesidInn (40 rooms)
Also within walking distance, on propert
Best Western Indian Oak
Gray Goose Inn Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Amenities
Lakeview rooms
Cable TV
Completely non-smoking
Patio/Balcony
DVD/VCR
Walking/Hiking trails onsite
Fireplace and Jacuzzi available(select rooms)
526 Indian Boundary Road
Chesterton, IN 46304
www.waterbirdevents.com
CONTACT US:
219-928-1514
Toll Free: 888-987-2473
Over 5,000 Sq./ft. of Event Space
Over 700 Sq./Ft. of Attached Outdoor Balcony
600 Sq./ft.
Dance FloorFireplace at Each
end of the FacilityFireplace at Each
end of the Facility
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WaterbirdBanquet Center
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Amenity Type
Banquet hall
Number of Meeting Rooms
4
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
Oakwood Grand Hall: 120 x 80
Sycamore Hall: 48 x 75
Hickory Hollow Room: 20 x 36
Blue Spruce Room: 55 x 28
Total Occupancy
Oakwood Grand Hall: 6501,000
Sycamore Hall: 160400
Hickory Hollow Room: 40
Blue Spruce Room: 60
Meeting Services/Amenities
A/V systemTV/VCR
Staging and dance oor available
Full service catering facilities
Handicapped accessible
Internet available in main building
Pre-school on premises
Hardwood dance oor
Fireplace in Sycamore Hall
Special Amenities
Gymnasium
Picnic grounds and shelters
War memorial
Multiple playground areas
Skate park
Dog park
1/2 court basketball court
Natural areas
Horseshoe pits
Outdoor restrooms (indoor plumbing)
Walking trail
Sledding hill
2100 Willowcreek Road
Portage, IN 46368
www.ci.portage.in.us/parks
CONTACT US:
219-762-1675
Fax: 219-762-7479
Woodland ParkCommunity Complex
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1050 Horseprairie Avenue
Valparaiso, IN 46385
www.zaoisland.net
CONTACT US:
219-462-1194
Fax: 464-7974
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Amenity Type
Amusement Park
Arcade
Bar
Restaurant
Number of Meeting Spaces
7
Number of Guest Rooms
N/A
Meeting Areas
The Cove
Bar
Upper Dining Room
Lower Dining Room
Dune Room
Outdoor Patio
Game Room
Total Occupancy
25-250 IndoorUp to 5,000 Outdoor
Outdoor Tent - 500
Meeting Services/Amenities
2 Mini-golf courses on 10 acres (18 hole)
Go-Karts on a high-rise track
5 Batting cages (2 softball, 3 baseball)
Largest game room in Northwest Indiana
with prize redemption
20 Acres of rentable space
Gator Glades (open Spring - Fall) featuring
20+ live alligators
Live entertainment options- DJs, bands,
magicians
Coladas Premium Pizza
Beer, wine, frozen drinks onsite
Premium catering available
Fundraising partnerships available - call formore information
Zao Islandand Coladas
Catering Company
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Indiana Dunes National Lakeshores
West Beach one of the Top 10
Best Family Beaches in the nation
Parents Magazine
Indiana Dunes State Park top place to
hike in Indiana and one of 51 scenic
hikes recommended across the nation
USA Today
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is a Top 10 Urban Escape in the nation
National Geographic
Indiana Dunes State Park
among Best State Parks
Midwest Living
Porter County, Indiana is home to the Indiana Dunes State Park and National Lakeshore, both of which are nationally recognized:
Indiana Dunes Tourism is the ofcial destination marketing, planning and
development organization for Indiana Dunes Country/Porter County, IN.For more information visit www.indianadunes.com
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