# Events & Things To Do In Valparaiso, Indiana on 12th September 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Valparaiso, Indiana on 12th September 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Valparaiso, Indiana on 12th September 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Valparaiso

- **Event Name**: Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
  - **Description**: You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th year! After watching the Popcorn Parade, explore 300+ vendors lining Downtown Valpo’s streets, Main Stage Music p
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/serene-designs-valparaiso-popcorn-festival/200029709109543
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)
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  - **Categories**: festivals, parades
- **Event Name**: Popcorn Parade
  - **Description**: Join the Porter County Libertarian Party and our candidates as we march in the 2026 Valparaiso Popcorn Parade. You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th ye
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/popcorn-parade/200029726906810
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso, IN
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  - **Categories**: parades, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Popcorn Panic
  - **Description**: Hit the streets for the 48th annual Popcorn Panic, a can’t-miss Valpo tradition!

Each year, over 1,400 runners join in on this community favorite race. Choose between a timed 5K or 5-mile race, in teams or as individuals

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Saturday, September 12
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 07:20 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/popcorn-panic/200030510814156
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
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  - **Categories**: sports, festivals, health-wellness, trips-adventures, nonprofit, parades
- **Event Name**: Whiskey Richard at the Popcorn Fest!
  - **Description**: Whiskey Richard will be back at the Popcorn Fest this year in downtown Valpo! We will playing right outside of Birdie’s Diner. The time is yet to be determined but there will be more information to come.  See you all there!
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/whiskey-richard-at-the-popcorn-fest/200030498191742
  - **Venue**: Birdie's
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  - **Categories**: festivals
- **Event Name**: After Popcorn After Party
  - **Description**: Spread the word and get your tickets to raise funds for supporting our special needs and disabled community members! 

Come spend the evening with us after the popcorn festival in Valpo, Indiana for a relaxing evening of live piano music by request, appet
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/after-popcorn-after-party/200030239166632
  - **Venue**: Porter County Expo Center And Fairgrounds
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, parties, festivals, music, live-music
- **Event Name**: Lit'l Kernel Puff
  - **Description**: Kids can join in the Popcorn Festival fun with this unique kid-friendly race in Downtown Valparaiso. Kids run this 100- 300 yard event; distance varies by age group. Everyone receives a t-shirt and participation ribbon.  

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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/litl-kernel-puff/200030510787429
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Kids, Festivals, health-wellness, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Fall Trivia Night - Healing With Human Connection
  - **Description**: 🍂🍁 Save the Date! 🍁🍂

Grab your team and get ready for a night of fun, laughter, friendly competition, and community at our **Fall Trivia Night**! 🧡

Think you’ve got what it takes to claim the trivia title? Put your knowledge to the test while supporting
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/fall-trivia-night-healing-with-human-connection/200030229948421
  - **Venue**: 1304 Evans Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4329, United States
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  - **Categories**: contests
- **Event Name**: Galactic Greg's Presents Black Hole Comics Expo
  - **Description**: START PLANNING YOUR BLACK HOLE COMICS EXPO EXPERIENCE:

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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/galactic-gregs-presents-black-hole-comics-expo/200030503089707
  - **Venue**: 1509 Chapel Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383, United States
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  - **Categories**: business, exhibitions
- **Event Name**: Digital Hair Popcorn Fest After Party #5 Valpo Elks!
  - **Description**: Party like its 1989! Join us for this annual tradition! Celebrate you love of 80's music with friends old and new! Limited seating but lots of dance floor.
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/digital-hair-popcorn-fest-after-party-5-valpo-elks/200030343403719
  - **Venue**: Valpo Elks
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  - **Categories**: festivals, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Nate Venturelli at Blue Point Oysters and Sushi
  - **Description**: Nate Venturelli at Blue Point Oysters and Sushi
Saturday, September 12, 2026
@ 1 PM after the parade
Blue Point Oysters and Sushi
13 E. Lincolnway
Valparaiso, Indiana
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/nate-venturelli-at-blue-point-oysters-and-sushi/200030088738134
  - **Venue**: Blue Point Oysters and Sushi Bar. Valpariso In
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  - **Categories**: parades
- **Event Name**: All About Monarch Butterflies
  - **Description**: This presentation by Jim Starin explores the fascinating world of the Monarch butterfly, one of nature’s most recognizable and inspiring species. Attendees will learn about the Monarch’s incredible long-distance migration, a journey that spans thousands
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/all-about-monarch-butterflies/200030337194736
  - **Venue**: 450 W 100 N, Valparaiso, IN, United States, Indiana 46386
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## Trending Events in Valparaiso

- **Event Name**: Scotty McCreery at Valparaiso Central Park Plaza
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso Central Park Plaza
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- **Event Name**: Scotty McCreery at 1st Source Bank Amphitheater at Central Park Plaza
  - **Venue**: 1st Source Bank Amphitheater at Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/cc57ed20-9b1c-11f1-9bc6-8b4f56db6c43-rimg-w1050-h1050-dc181818-gmir.png?v=1787068355
- **Event Name**: Jay Sean with Iyaz
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Northwest Health Amphitheater at Central Park Plaza
🏠 Address: 68 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
🌆 City: Valparaiso
📍 Location: 41.467, -87.0619🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Jay Sean with Iyaz, the most anticipated gathering of
  - **Venue**: Northwest Health Amphitheater at Central Park Plaza
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- **Event Name**: Late Summer Car Truck and Bike Show & Swap Meet
  - **Description**: The Late-Summer Valpo Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet returns to the Porter County Expo Center the weekend before Labor Day! Over 500 swap spaces, hundreds of paved parking places for show vehicles and thousands of spectators through the ga
  - **Venue**: Porter County Expo Center
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- **Event Name**: Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
  - **Description**: You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th year! After watching the Popcorn Parade, explore 300+ vendors lining Downtown Valpo’s streets, Main Stage Music p
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)
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- **Event Name**: Popcorn Parade
  - **Description**: Join the Porter County Libertarian Party and our candidates as we march in the 2026 Valparaiso Popcorn Parade. You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th ye
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso, IN
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- **Event Name**: Divine Vines Comedy at Anderson's
  - **Description**: New York Meets Northwest Indiana! Laugh out loud with hilarious acts at Divine Vines Comedy Club Night at Anderson's!About this EventDivine Vines Comedy Club Night at Anderson'sSpe
  - **Venue**: Anderson's Winery and Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: Popcorn Panic
  - **Description**: Hit the streets for the 48th annual Popcorn Panic, a can’t-miss Valpo tradition!

Each year, over 1,400 runners join in on this community favorite race. Choose between a timed 5K or 5-mile race, in teams or as individuals

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Saturday, September 12
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  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
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- **Event Name**: Popcorn Festival: The Automotive Showcase by Drivers' Gallery
  - **Description**: IMPORTANT: Display vehicle registration will open up in a few weeks. Please keep a look out for an announcement.

SPECTATORS ARE FREE!

Drivers Gallery presents the Popcorn Festival Automotive Showcase – a car gathering featuring standout vehicles on dis
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 am at Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)), Popcorn Parade (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 am at Valparaiso, IN), Popcorn Panic (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 07:20 am at Central Park Plaza), Whiskey Richard at the Popcorn Fest! (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 01:00 pm at Birdie's), After Popcorn After Party (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 07:00 pm at Porter County Expo Center And Fairgrounds).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Valparaiso on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Valparaiso?
  - **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 events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Valparaiso include Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official), Valparaiso, IN, Central Park Plaza.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Valparaiso include Serene Designs, Porter County Libertarian Party, Valpo Parks.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Valparaiso.

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