Just a short drive from downtown Chicago, Navy Pier is fun central! Offering visitors more than 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, restaurants and attractions, Navy Pier is host to an unparalleled array of family-oriented events and entertainment.

You might even get to see some fireworks on summer nights!

For more information, visit www.navypier.com.

Sears Tower

The only place with higher limits than the Horseshoe Hammond just might be Sears Tower. It boasts the best view of Chicago and is the tallest building in the world.

Don't look down!

For more information, visit www.the-skydeck.com.

Sports Events

From the Super Bowl Shuffle to Air Jordan, Chicago is one great sports town. So, if you're looking for a different kind of action, grab a seat at Wrigley or Soldier Field and keep your eye on the ball!

For more information, visit www.chicagosports.com

Lake Michigan Winery

816 - 119th Street, Whiting, IN 46394

Lake Michigan Winery has the right vintage for any occasion ... and it's just two miles from Horseshoe Hammond!

So, take a stroll to a boutique winery where you can get your fill with some of the finest wines around.

Specializing in personalized labels

Specialized labels for all occasions, can scan any pictures on special labels

Gift bottles and baskets

Free wine tasting is available seven days a week

Telephone: 219-659-WINE or 1-888-TNT-WINE

Open hours: 1PM-7PM Daily

Whihala Beach

Looking for some water sports? Ride the tide at Whihala Beach.

Whihala Beach offers a boat launch, fishing (Indian waters), food concessions, jogging, picnic tables, swimmer's rinse shower and swimming lakes.

1561 Park Road, Whiting, IN

Beach hours: 10 am - 6 pm daily (Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Beach hour weekends: 10 am - 7pm

Boat launch open daily 4:30 am - 7pm from April to November

www.lakecountyparks.org/whihala.html

Wolf Lake

Outdoor enthusiasts rejoice! Wolf Lake is the place if you want to experience all the Hammond outdoors has to offer.

Choose from picnics, fishing, bass tournaments, kite flying, hiking, nature walks, canoeing or a bird sanctuary nearby.

Wolf Lake has been recognized by the New York Times for its condition as one of the best lakes in the country. But you can come see for yourself!

121st St. at Calumet Ave., Hammond, IN

Located on the northwest edge of Hammond, IN and the far southeast edge of Chicago, IL

Telephone: 219-853-6437

Hours: 6AM-10PM

Hammond Marina

If you're itching for some great boating, then we've got you covered. The beautiful Hammond Marina is directly across from the casino and offers a variety of great activities.

Whether you're using a propellor, a sail or an oar, you're bound to have a splashing good time at the marina!