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## Food & Drinks Events in Portage - **Event Name**: Haunted Hayride - **Description**: 👻 Woodland Park Annual Haunted Hayride 🎃 October 15th - October 17th October 22nd - October 24th The spooky fun will start at 6:30 pm and end when we are at capacity for the night. Get here early, we sell out fast! 🧟♂️ Food trucks and concessions will - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Thu Oct 15 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Oct 15 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/haunted-hayride/200029698546020 - **Venue**: 2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage, IN, United States, Indiana 46368 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy85Mzk5ZmZkOGU3NDE1OGMwMjNhNDVhNzQwMDlkMTJmZGVjZmJiOTMzNTM4NzQ1YzhmNGJkNzViZDM1MWU1NDJjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkyNy1kYzAzMDIwMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3ODE2Njk2NA.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: Taste of Des Plaines – Y2K + Sixteen Candles Live (90s, 2000s & 80s Hits) - **Description**: Y2K and Sixteen Candles are playing all the hits from the 80s through the early 2000s at Taste of Des PlainesAbout this EventDes Plaines, get ready for a full night of throwback hits and summer energy! - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Jun 19 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/taste-of-des-plaines-y2k-sixteen-candles-live-90s-2000s-and-80s-hits/100001986696970118 - **Venue**: Founders Square - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85YTliZmYyNWM2ODQ5ZmVhYTk4Nzg3ZTI4MmUzNTRkZTNmMzllZWI2MDQxZmYyNzI5MzI3Nzk2OTYxYWZhMjQ2LXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTQ1MDk3NQ.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals - **Event Name**: Nelson's Chicken Fundraiser - **Description**: Portage, IN – Family Promise of Porter County’s annual Nelson’s Chicken Fundraising Event is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Willowcreek Middle School (5962 Central Avenue, Portage, IN) from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, or until sold out. Guests can enjo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 54 - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/nelsons-chicken-fundraiser/200029938620434 - **Venue**: Willowcreek Middle School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82MjUzZjhmNzkwYTU3MGIxMTcxZTkzZDYzNTJhY2U0OGRhZjdiYjI3ZDk3N2YzOTg2NjljNzFhNTNmYWU3NDNiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1MC1kYzAzMzA2My1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3ODI5NzEyNQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities - **Event Name**: Paint & Drink at Big Time Burgers + Brew: Paint Your Pet - **Description**: Let's get creative & sip on some drinks while we paint!About this EventPaint Your PetAfter you purchase your ticket, email a photo of your pet to junipercanvas@gm - **Date**: Wed Jun 10 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Jun 10 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/paint-and-drink-at-big-time-burgers-brew-paint-your-pet/100001988940331071 - **Venue**: Big Time Burgers + Brew - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zY2VlMGM5MDU5ZWE5YTNkZTBmZmMyYjdmY2U4NTFkMzJhMzYwZDQyOGI1YWFkNmJjZWIzMDA3NTcwNWI4YjAyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzQzMzY2NS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzgyMzYxOTI.avif - **Price**: USD 50 - **Categories**: art, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Dine to Donate for Lakeshore PAWS at Cappo's - **Description**: Deciding what's for dinner has never been easier and now, it can make a difference too! Join us for a Dine to Donate event at Cappo’s in Portage on Thursday, May 21st from 11AM to 8:00 PM. When you mention Lakeshore PAWS while placing your order, Cappo’s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 126 - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/dine-to-donate-for-lakeshore-paws-at-cappos/200029970983313 - **Venue**: Cappo's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMDQyNTRjNWRhZDFiNGZiMzdlZWI4OTdlZTFiYTZjN2E5YzM4NDFmNzZjY2QzOTc0ZTM4OWIxYjlmMmMyODE2OC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxNTUzLWRjZmVlMGRlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc4Mjk3MTE0.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, dog - **Event Name**: Luau Picnic - **Description**: Join the Bonner Senior and Community Center on May 13 for a Luau Picnic! Any senior in the community is invited to attend to check out the center and meet some new friends. Enjoy a morning of food, fun and festive games. There is no charge. Bring your own - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 23 - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed May 13 2026 at 12:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portage/luau-picnic/200029987405230 - **Venue**: Bonner Senior Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9mMDg2NDZmOTlhYzRhYzNiOGM5MDUzOGY4ZWNjOGMxNmZlNzIyZjRkNmM3NDIyNTExZDM1ZDFmZTk3OGRlMzNmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkyNy1kY2ZmZDhhNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzgwODM0NQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures ## Trending Events in Portage - **Event Name**: 75th Annual KIA Arts Fair - **Description**: Kick off summer with the 75th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo! This two-day, juried fine arts fair welcomes 15,000+ visitors to the park to celebrate and invest in the participating artists - **Venue**: Bronson Park, Downtown Kalamazoo - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0901eaa16fd7683970b5af1762b8976da4306130b2a1e45ff80243b5fa198844-rimg-w1005-h600-dcfefffe-gmir?v=1777230930 - **Event Name**: Heartthrob 3.0 w/ Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, Shannon and more! - **Description**: Heartthrob 3.0 is back and Live at Founders Square Amphitheater in Portage Indiana on Saturday August 29! Featuring live performances by: Stevie B Lisa Lisa Shannon Johnny O Cynthia Nice & Wild Lisette Melendez Freestyle Sounds by: DJ Sli - **Venue**: Portage Founders Square - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/2e019d2ea05af71d17b5b9c9169d7b4871e09f9e9dfe7db2ca6958022585cec3-rimg-w1024-h1024-dc040406-gmir?v=1777577021 - **Event Name**: Roxx Fest: Daughtry Skillet & Hinder - Friday - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Roxx Fest: Daughtry Skillet & Hinder - Friday, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Portage Mall in vibrant Portage, - **Venue**: Portage Mall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6a6a3800-49cf-11f1-9b88-8d574f4e1b52-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc777778-gmir.jpg?v=1778129062 - **Event Name**: Hawthorne Heights in Portage - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Hawthorne Heights Live in Portage on Saturday, June 20, 2026! 🎶 Are you ready to experience Hawthorne Heights like never before? With chart-topping hits like Ohio Is For Lovers, Niki Fm and Saying Sorry - **Venue**: Roxx Fest - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d031aed0-39ca-11f1-bd1f-f1e10f03be6f-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1a191b-gmir.webp?v=1776367866 - **Event Name**: City of Portage 4th of July Parade - **Description**: Portage Event Partnership is proud to announce our annual 4th of July Parade applications are available! - **Venue**: 6070 Central Ave , Portage, IN, United States, Indiana 46368 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/88aeb6f2062c9eb33244088ccb976ab606409406cb4e00bd7bc54653fab0e4f2-rimg-w1200-h1553-dcffffff-gmir?v=1777147662 - **Event Name**: Canal Days 2026 - **Description**: And here’s the big news… the PARADE is returning this year! We’re excited to bring the parade back to Canal Days and can’t wait to see local organizations, businesses, and community groups take part. We will share details soon on how you and your group - **Venue**: Downtown Portage - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/326d0e15510b6a07c25aa5af28dab5a75fdc572f58f5475ce0fdc574697e21a3-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc2d4ea-gmir?v=1777723730 - **Event Name**: Taste of Portage Market Fair 2026 - **Description**: Join us in downtown Portage for a full weekend of fun at Market Square and along Cook and DeWitt Streets. Enjoy live music, great food and drinks, family activities, shopping, vendors, a classic Car & Truck Show, and the Half Marathon & 5K. There’ - **Venue**: 104 W Cook St, Ste A, Portage, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53901 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8a7c6913ebe97cc2273f6276be24fed5a572ad6f0d348d826cd5399ada9e925e-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir?v=1777757745 - **Event Name**: June Friday at the Flats: Block Party - **Description**: Kick off the summer at Celery Flats! You are invited to Friday at the Flats: Block Party. Enjoy fun-filled evenings with FREE, LIVE, LOCAL music and great dinner options from local food trucks and vendors. This community gathering encourages you to conne - **Venue**: 7335 Garden Ln, Portage, MI 49002-4457, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/6962fa4222a1ac5903bbc82d5adadf038fab99a9a73015a6aa39fc2616f3e5ea-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc2dcf3-gmir?v=1777783381 - **Event Name**: Y2K @ Market on the Square -- Late 90s and Early 2000s Hits - **Description**: 🎉 Y2K Live at Market on the Square! Sing, dance, and relive the biggest 90s & 2000s hits 🎤🕺 ----- Get ready, Portage! 🎉 Y2K is bringing the ultimate 90s & 2000s throwback party to Market on the Square! Sing along to all your favorite hits from - **Venue**: Market on the Square - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ff205d52146137a2df2ba8ed80dc2608caea3b16256f59dbb7531442af5463f1-rimg-w1200-h600-dceff4ff-gmir?v=1778136554 ## Browse Food & Drinks Events by Date - [Food & Drinks Events Today in Portage](https://allevents.in/portage/food-drinks--today) - [Food & Drinks Events This Weekend in Portage](https://allevents.in/portage/food-drinks--this-weekend) - [Food & Drinks Events in May in Portage](https://allevents.in/portage/food-drinks--may) - [Food & Drinks Events in June in Portage](https://allevents.in/portage/food-drinks--june) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Haunted Hayride (Thu Oct 15 2026 at 06:30 pm at 2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage, IN, United States, Indiana 46368), Taste of Des Plaines – Y2K + Sixteen Candles Live (90s, 2000s & 80s Hits) (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 07:00 pm at Founders Square), Nelson's Chicken Fundraiser (Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am at Willowcreek Middle School), Paint & Drink at Big Time Burgers + Brew: Paint Your Pet (Wed Jun 10 2026 at 06:00 pm at Big Time Burgers + Brew), Dine to Donate for Lakeshore PAWS at Cappo's (Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am at Cappo's). - **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Taste of Des Plaines – Y2K + Sixteen Candles Live (90s, 2000s & 80s Hits) (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 07:00 pm at Founders Square). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Portage this weekend May 8–10, 2026? - **A:** Mother’s Day Brunch @ The Lush Vine (Sun, 10 May at 11:00 am at The Lush Vine). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Portage in May 2026? - **A:** Nelson's Chicken Fundraiser (Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am at Willowcreek Middle School), Dine to Donate for Lakeshore PAWS at Cappo's (Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am at Cappo's), Luau Picnic (Wed May 13 2026 at 08:30 am at Bonner Senior Center), Mother’s Day Brunch @ The Lush Vine (Sun, 10 May at 11:00 am at The Lush Vine). - **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Portage on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Portage include 2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage, IN, United States, Indiana 46368, Founders Square, Willowcreek Middle School. - **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Portage range from USD 50 to USD 50. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Portage include Portage Department of Recreation Parks & Marina, Y2K Chicago LLC, Family Promise of Porter County, Indiana. - **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available? - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Portage? - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Portage. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7d/3b7eda185942c291f6c4d1b664725c/music.png ## Food & Drink events from nearby cities - [Food & Drink events in Lake Station](https://allevents.in/lake-station/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Chesterton](https://allevents.in/chesterton/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Gary](https://allevents.in/gary-in/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Merrillville](https://allevents.in/merrillville/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Lakes of the Four Seasons](https://allevents.in/lakes-of-the-four-seasons/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Griffith](https://allevents.in/griffith-in/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Highland](https://allevents.in/highland-in/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Westville](https://allevents.in/westville-in/food-drinks)