Visit the Mascot Hall of Fame

Explore Historic Downtown Whiting during your visit. Just walking distance from the Mascot Hall of Fame and the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, 119th Street is the heart of Whiting, offering residents and visitors a little taste of everything. From mouthwatering pizza with patio seating, to a beach-themed atmosphere serving Caribbean cuisine, to your favorite Mexican and American dishes, Downtown Whiting is full of flavor. Guests will also enjoy an array of spirits and nightlife at the many restaurants and bars including our rustic micro-brewery and eatery.

The Downtown Whiting Business District is also known for its many unique shops. In addition to 119th Street’s vintage look and feel, you’ll find gifts and souvenirs, home decor, boutique style clothing, and local handmade treasures that you won’t find anywhere else. Stop by our local game shop for hands-on, kid fun and education or relax in one of Whiting’s coffee houses and cafes.

Discover Whiting Restaurants and Stores

Open Daily • Weather Permitting
10am – 6pm

The WhoaZone at Whihala Beach features a floating water park made up of slides, trampolines, towers, wiggle bridges, monkey bars, and many other play features combined to create a large obstacle course on Lake Michigan. In addition, WhoaZone at Whihala offers rentals for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, beach cabanas, merchandise, and more!

Located on the beautiful southern shore of Lake Michigan, Whiting, Indiana is home to the jewel of Northwest Indiana - spectacular Whiting Lakefront Park.

Whiting Lakefront Park also serves as a key component of the Marquette Greenway, a nearly 50-mile long trail linking Illinois to Michigan and running through the heart of Northwest Indiana's Lake Michigan shoreline. Feature areas of the park include the bike trail, two-tier boardwalk with sightseeing binoculars, 300-foot pier extending out onto the lake, state-of-the-art gazebo, formal garden, newly renovated pavilion and seating bowl, and concession area. Guests of the park will be exposed to breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for any occasion.

Experience all that Whiting Lakefront Park has to offer while visiting Whiting. Contact us to learn more about our park facility rentals for hosting your next event!

Formal Garden

Whiting Lakefront Park’s Formal Garden with beautiful flora and gorgeous views of the Chicago skyline is an elegant space for holding your formal ceremony or cocktail event.

Location: 1500 Park Road, Whiting, Indiana 46394

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Standard Diamonds Park is Whiting’s 6.5 acre baseball stadium located directly on 119th Street. Also known as Oil City Stadium, the field is home to the Whiting High School Oilers, Calumet College of St. Joseph teams, and the Northwest Indiana Oilmen; our region’s Midwest Collegiate League. Learn more about Standard Diamonds Baseball Stadium and its amenities.

Location: 1700 119th Street • Whiting, IN 46394

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