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Don't miss the best live music festival in Northwest Indiana, July 14-18 2027.

10/13/2026

We're excited to introduce our NEW Question of the Month! 🤩🎉

We want to keep the Festival of the Lakes fun going all year long! Each month, we'll share a new question to stay connected with our festival community and celebrate everything we love about FOTL, even during the off-season!

October's Question: What's your favorite FOTL spin-off event? 🤔

Beyond the incredible musical performances, there's so much more to enjoy at Festival of the Lakes! From Persons with Disabilities Day and Senior Day to the Roadie Run 5K, Kid's Day at the Splash Pad, Fishing Derby, Polka Party, Car Show, and Golf Scramble, there's something for everyone!

Share your favorite in the comments, see what other festivalgoers have to say, and check back next month for November's question! 👏

10/01/2026

Although summer has wrapped up, we're still reminiscing about all the good times from Festival of the Lakes 2026! It's always a mood booster to look back at pictures from the fest, especially on rainy days like this. Help us brighten up the day by sending us your photo dump from this past fest! 🌦️📸

We’ll share some of our favorites to our story to get us excited for , scheduled for July 14th–17th, 2027! 🎡🎶

09/07/2026

Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who keep our communities strong and thriving every day. 💪💙

From our Festival of the Lakes family to yours, we hope you have a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day! 🎉🇺🇸

08/15/2026

HAMMOND RESIDENTS: FREE COMMUNITY MEAL TOMORROW, SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH! 📣

Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and organizations, a free community meal will be served at Hammond Central High School at 1 PM tomorrow. First come, first served, while supplies last.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Inner Mission, Hessville Little League, Center Lounge & Restaurant, Capri’s, and Byway Brewing Company for coming together to help our community!

08/04/2026

Missing the Festival of the Lakes fun? No worries! Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are hosting National Night Out TODAY, Tuesday, August 4th, from 4:30 PM to 8 PM at The PAV (The Pavilion at Wolf Lake). 🎉

Check out this reel from the Hammond Indiana Police Department for a good laugh and all the details on this free, family-friendly evening with neighbors and first responders! Don't forget the first 500 kids get free swag bags! 🤩💙

Follow Go Hammond to stay up-to-date on all of the fun happening in the City of Hammond surrounding the Festival of the Lakes!

07/28/2026

Still not over FOTL 2026? Same. 🥹🎉

We’re flipping through the vault from two weeks ago and wishing we could press rewind. But since we can’t go back, we’re already planning the future!

Mark your calendars for ! July 14th - 18th, 2027.

In the meantime, we encourage you to take the feedback survey and help us continue to make FOTL great. You’ll be entered for a chance to win two VIP Experience Passes for a night of your choice next year! 🎉

Take the survey now at https://fotl22.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=U5WtAEAdn5wECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawTVlV5wZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW1wRWJzMUF1UjJ2SExMa21zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEejTusOJEGXhMSR0QKUSSKOJUYm9VI4UW7KYt7M-TZfeok58HCfPqRFPK6sjw_aem_D55CzTsPNb-3y7fBLxeFcg

07/23/2026

If you haven’t met Joey Lax-Salinas, you’ve definitely seen him around Festival of the Lakes, capturing each and every special moment in all its glory!

Joey Lax-Salinas was the official photographer for Festival of the Lakes 2026 and has been for the last five years. We’re extremely thankful for his continued talent and dedication in showcasing the magic of the festival! 📸✨

07/23/2026

Too soon for a Throwback Thursday? Nah! 🤩

Your favorite College Bound volunteer, Brandon Jimenez, just dropped his Festival of the Lakes 2026 photo dump! 📸✨

Between asking attendees the Question of the Day and starring in entertaining reels, Brandon was also behind his camera capturing incredible moments throughout the festival with creativity and enthusiasm. We're so grateful for his hard work and the positive energy he brought to the social media team! 🙌

07/22/2026

It’s officially been a week since we kicked off Festival of the Lakes 2026! 🎡

We sang our hearts out, danced all night long, enjoyed all of our festival favorites, and made lifelong memories together. 💜

Now it’s time to get excited for next year!
Mark your calendars for Festival of the Lakes 2027: July 14th - July 18th. 🗓️

In the meantime, we encourage you to take the feedback survey and help us continue to make FOTL great. You’ll be entered for a chance to win two VIP Experience Passes for a night of your choice next year! 🎉

Take the survey here: https://fotl22.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=U5WtAEAdn5wECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D

07/21/2026

The photos from days four and five of Festival of the Lakes 2026 are in, and we're already missing all the fun and positive vibes. 🫶

From incredible live performances by Banda El Recodo, Impacto Positivo Norteño Banda, La Divizion, Kevin Gates, and Moneybagg Yo to the amazing food vendors, bars, and attractions, there was no better way to spend the weekend with the Region.

Special shoutout to photographer Joey Lax-Salinas for bringing Festival of the Lakes to life through his lens year after year! 🙌📸

Address

2324 Calumet Avenue, Wolf Lake Pavilion
Hammond, IN
46394

Opening Hours

Wednesday	5pm - 11pm
Thursday	5pm - 12am
Friday	5pm - 12am
Saturday	6:30am - 11pm
Sunday	10am - 11pm

Website

http://www.festivalofthelakes.com/

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