About Porter County Fair
The Porter County Fair in Valparaiso is a ten-day northwestern Indiana celebration near Indiana Dunes, drawing large crowds from the Chicago metro area for livestock competition and major entertainment. Dating to 1851, it is one of Indiana's oldest and most enduring agricultural fair traditions.
What to Expect
Expect championship livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, a large carnival midway, top-tier grandstand acts, and food vendors serving the Chicago-area Indiana community.
Visitor Tips
Valparaiso is near Indiana Dunes National Park and accessible from Chicago — a popular destination for northwest Indiana and Chicagoland families.
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