Welcome to Lafayette-West Lafayette, Indiana, home of Purdue University. We hope your visit is enjoyable and educational. You’ll find our community is rich with tradition and all the beauty of a classic Midwestern destination.
Our vibrant downtown, spanning Lafayette and West Lafayette, remains the heart of our ever-growing community. Here you’ll find antiques, boutique shopping, quaint coffee shops and restaurants, including the state’s oldest drive-in restaurant, pubs and even local breweries. Experience a sophisticated art scene. including galleries and public art, plus a variety of great festivals throughout the year.
Downtown
Head downtown the three cultural districts: Arts & Market, Wabash Riverfront, and Chauncey Village. Stroll the tree-lined streets with outdoor public art and beautiful turn-of-the-century architecture.
Restaurants
Wine and dine in elegant restaurants, enjoy a casual meal with a Purdue view or opt for an ethnic cafe or neighborhood deli. And in the evening, discover the wonderful nightlife our community has to offer.
Hotels
There is a place for you here. We are large enough to host national conferences and yet small enough for a weekend retreat, a family camping trip or just about any reason you can find to getaway.
2022-12-01
2022-12-23
Candy Cane Tours at McCord Candies
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<h2>Tour Info</h2>
<h3><strong>2022 tours start November 12th and will run through December 23rd.</strong></h3>
<p>Our tour experience starts with a cup of hot cocoa and fun facts about our building’s history and why we’re known as ‘the sweetest corner in town’. You and your tour group will see the candy cane making process in full swing, learn how they’re made, and get in on the candy cane curling action! You’ll get to shape your own cane into the traditional hook, or any shape your imagination can create!</p>
<p>And don’t forget to wear your festive Christmas spirit – best Christmas dressed wins an extra cane!</p>
<h3><strong>Tour Dates Are:</strong></h3>
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<li>Thursdays 4:00 and 5:30 (Nov 17th / Dec 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd)</li>
<li>Fridays 3:00; 4:30; 6:00 (Nov 18th, 25th / Dec 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd)</li>
<li>Saturdays 2:30; 4:00; 6:30 (Nov 12th, 19th, 26th, / Dec 10th, 17th)</li>
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<h3><strong>Tour Details, Rules and Regs:</strong></h3>
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<li>Each tour lasts about 45 minutes.</li>
<li>Hot cocoa and other drinks must stay downstairs/drinks are not allowed in the candy cane factory.</li>
<li>Sadly, due to structural limitations of the historical building, tours are not handicapped accessible.</li>
<li>Please consider a gratuity for your tour host/crew; they are working hard to bring you the happy.</li>
<li>Tour tickets must be purchased & reserved online. For the best possible experience, maximum tour group size is 16 guests.</li>
<li><strong>For private event inquiries, please email info@mccordcandies.com with the following information:</strong> name of your group/organization, size of your group, desired date/time for your group (that does not conflict with publicly posted tour dates).</li>
<li>Babies/children under the age of 18 months are free on the tour; however, please remember that crying babies, though sweet little gifts from God, are like New Year’s resolutions – they should be carried out!</li>
<li>NO REFUNDS are provided for any reason, no exceptions. Please know for sure that you can make your tour date (we do, however, allow for ticket transfers upon request and with advanced notice).</li>
<li>Bring your jolly spirit and the joy of Christmas in your heart!</li>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;">We look forward to seeing you on a tour!</h4>
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2022-12-01
2022-12-30
Holidays at the Haan
<p>Explore the historic mansion, decorated for the season with a Christmas tree in nearly every room, model trains running through multiple rooms upstairs, and sparkling lights, festive decorations, and holiday cheer everywhere you look. Photograph the kids in Santa's sleigh!</p>
<p>Haan Museum's holiday hours frun from 11/25/22-12/30/22. </p>
<p>Open Wed. Thursday and Friday, 1-4pm</p>
<p>Saturdays, 10-4pm</p>
<p>Sundays, 1-4pm</p>
<p>Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas</p>
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2022-12-01
2022-12-27
Live Trivia at The Tap - West Lafayette
<p>!! WEST LAFAYETTE !!</p>
<div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle">Come join Challenge Entertainment at The Tap every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for our popular LIVE TRIVIA GAME NIGHT!</div>
<div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle">Bring your friends and form a TEAM at your table, then answer questions together about sports, history, music, science, and many more - all while enjoying the delicious food and drink at The Tap!!!</div>
<div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle">The top three teams will go home with HOUSE CASH! Totally #FREE to play!<br>The game starts at 8pm - you don't want to miss it!</div>
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2022-12-01
2022-12-24
Santa at the Tippecanoe Mall
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Santa’s Arrival: November 18</span></p>
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2022-12-01
2022-12-24
The Distance
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2022-12-02
2023-01-01
2022 An Old-Fashioned Christmas at Linden Depot Museum
<p>Come see the progress on the full-sized replica of an 1837 Norris 4-2-0 steam engine. Linden Depot Museum Ornament with donation of $10 or more. Train-related gifts available in the museum store!  </p>
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2022-12-02
2022-12-11
9th Annual Holiday Maker’s Market
<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">A curated shopping experience. We transform the historic barn into a holiday shop filled with handmade gifts picked special for you and your loved ones from over 40 makers and artists. <br><br>This is an in person shopping event & we will be offering online sales through <a href="https://lalagallery.com/shop/indiana-makers-market/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LaLaGallery.com</a> too!</span><br><br><span style="font-size: large;">The Shop Online will allow for Curbside Pick Up and Shipping Nationwide.</span></div>
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2022-12-02
2022-12-04
Holiday Open House
<p><em><strong>                                     Wildcat Creek Winery Holiday Open House</strong></em><br>Friday, Saturday, & Sunday,  December 2nd, 3rd & 4th <br>Come in to stock up on wines for the holidays!  While you shop, enjoy some sweet treats, holiday music, and exclusive holiday discounts.  Our award-winning wine is the perfect gift.  Supplies will be on hand for you to create your own gift baskets. Shop in the tasting room for gift options that fit your budget.  Receive 20% off on all non-wine and non-consignment items.  </p>
<p>                              <em><strong> We're gonna be "Sockin' Around the Christmas Tree" this year!  </strong></em></p>
<p>During November & December, we are asking for donation of new socks for those who truly need them at Lafayette Transitional Housing. Don't miss the opportunity to win a Cranberry Mulled Wine gift box (a $33.50 value). Here's how to enter:</p>
<p>1. Bring a package of new socks in their original packaging to the winery during November & December. </p>
<p>2. Receive a ticket for your donation & give us your contact information. </p>
<p>3. We will have a drawing on December 20th and notify the winner.</p>
<p>4. We will deliver the socks to Lafayette Transitional Housing. </p>
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2022-12-02
2023-04-29
Purdue Bands & Orchestras @ The Long Center
<p>Come enjoy a FREE concert from Purdue Bands & Orchestras</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2022-12-02
2022-12-03
UU Holiday Art Fair
<p>Visit our annual art fair featuring some amazing local artists!<br>Find the best gifts including jewelry, handmade soap, ceramics, glassware, fiber arts, watercolors, photographs, ornaments, cards, and more!<br>Friday, December 2 from 5 PM - 9 PM & Saturday, December 3 from 10 AM - 4 PM<br><br></p>
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