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.
2024-07-26
2024-07-27
Disney's The Descendants, The Musical
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<p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text" style="font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span class="color_14 wixui-rich-text__text"><span class="wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text"></span></span><span class="color_14 wixui-rich-text__text">Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?</span></span></p>
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2024-07-26
2024-07-27
PARMALEE: Presented by Real Journeyman/Quality Connection Contractors
<p><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">New venue announced for Parmalee: </strong><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">The Long Center for the Performing Arts</strong></p>
<p><strong>Parmalee</strong> is one of Country music’s most successful acts. The Platinum-selling band of brothers is one of only four groups since 2001 to earn three consecutive Top 10 singles from a debut Country album.<br><br>Since their debut at Country radio, Parmalee has earned over 1 billion on-demand streams. Heralded as “Country Music’s Breakout Stars” by <em>MSN Entertainment</em>, Parmalee has supported <strong>Brad Paisley</strong> and <strong>Jake Owen</strong> on national tours while finding time to perform on NBC’s <em>TODAY</em> show, <em>The Kelly Clarkson Show</em>, <em>The Late Late Show</em>, <em>FOX & Friends All American Summer Concert Series</em>, <em>MLB Central</em><em>’</em><em>s Studio 21</em>, <em>The Queen Latifah Show</em>, and more.<br><br>Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas (lead vocals/guitar and drums, respectively), cousin Barry Knox (bass), and life-long friend Josh McSwain, the North Carolina natives had a legendary return to the top of the charts with their PLATINUM-certified No. 1 single with Blanco Brown, “Just the Way,” with their follow up single, “Take My Name” from their new album <em>For You,</em> then becoming a multi-week No. 1 hit at Country radio. Their latest single “Girl In Mine” is available now.</p>
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<div dir="auto"><strong>The Long Center for the Performing Arts </strong>announced today a venue change for two concerts originally slated for the outdoor Loeb Stadium. The Friday, July 26 Parmalee concert will now be staged indoors at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. Sixth St., in downtown Lafayette.</div>
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<div dir="auto">For current ticket-holders, check your email! the Long Center’s box office team is issuing new tickets with seats in price levels that match the Loeb Stadium purchase. Guests will receive an email in 1-3 business days with the new ticket. Refunds are not available for relocated or rescheduled events.</div>
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America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-26
2024-07-27
Purdue Memorial Union Summer Concert Series 2024
<p><strong>General Information</strong></p>
<p>The 2024 Summer Concert Series will take place every Friday in June and July (except July 5) at the PMU East Terrace. Rain location will be at the PMU Ever True Stage (near Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux). Food and drinks will be available through <strong><a href="https://www.union.purdue.edu/dine/index.html#Walk-Ons-Sports-Bistreaux">Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux</a></strong>.</p>
<p><strong>Schedule</strong></p>
<p><strong>Friday, June 7, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorlee335/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Victor Lee Trio</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, June 14, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rickrockdesutter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rick DeSutter</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, June 21, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://laurengracemusic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lauren Grace</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, June 28, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://www.michaelkelsey.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Kelsey</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 5, 2024</strong><br>NO CONCERT</p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 12, 2023 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://thevelocitydistrict.bandcamp.com/music" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Velocity District</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 19, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/chaylynmusic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chaylyn</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 26, 2024 - 6 to 8 p.m.</strong><br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/vickiemaris/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vickie Maris</a><br>PMU East Terrace</p>
<p><strong>Sponsored by:</strong></p>
<p>Purdue Memorial Union, <a href="https://www.union.purdue.edu/dine/index.html#Walk-Ons-Sports-Bistreaux">Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux</a> and <a href="https://purdue.campusdish.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Purdue Food Co.</a></p>
<p><strong>Parking</strong></p>
<p>Visitor parking is available in the <a href="https://www.purdue.edu/parking/documents/PurdueParkingMap.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wood Street Parking Garage</a> in <strong><a href="https://parkmobile.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ParkMobile</a></strong> spaces. Please note that hourly rates do apply. For parking and travel information, including road construction updates, visit the <strong><a href="https://www.purdue.edu/physicalfacilities/construction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Purdue Construction and Travel Notices page</a></strong>.</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-26
2024-07-27
Tippecanoe County 4-H Fair
<p>County fair complete with displays, competitions, carnival rides and food. For more info. about the Tippecanoe County 4-H Exhibit Association visit <a href="https://tippe4hfair.org/association/about/">tippe4hfair.org/association/about/</a>.</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-26
2024-09-27
Wine After Work
<p>A food truck will serve food from 4:30-7:30 PM, and live music will perform from 6:00-7:30 PM. Bring your chairs and join us for a wonderful evening! Check out the events page on our website for more details: https://www.wildcatcreekwinery.com/events</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-27
2024-09-27
Craig Morgan
<p>Saturday July 27th we have a special night planned for you with Craig Morgan w/ special guests The Reeves Brothers and Nate Venturelli!</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-27
2024-09-27
Second Annual Candlelight Tribute & Concert In Memory of Ankit Toppo
<p>Ankit Foundation Corp. Presents- 2nd annual Candlelight Tribute and Concert for<br>Mental Health Awareness In memory of Ankit Toppo<br>This event will include a free Concert with Spontaneous Hopeful Monster Pop-Rock band at Riehle Plaza with mental health resources followed by a Candlelight Tribute at John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge. Light snacks and giveaway goodies will be available. The purpose of this event is to spread mental health awareness, increase empowerment, and resilience in our youth, and young adults in our community and provide mental health resources in our community.</p>
America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-27
2024-09-27
Taylor Shines: The Laser Spectacular
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<p>Saturday, July 27, 2024<br>8 PM / GATES 7 PM<br><em>ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY</em><br><br><br><strong>Taylor Shines: The Laser Spectacular presented by IU Health</strong> is two hours of non-stop Taylor Swift hits seamlessly blended with a world-famous touring laser spectacular and light show. The show also features 3-D glasses and mind-bending effects. The show is produced by the creators of the wildly successful “The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular.”<br><br><a href="https://longpac.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d23ae396b6626f8900afccf6f&id=344f40a9dd&e=d33d402edc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">RESERVE TABLE SEATING PACKAGE</a>: $35 per seat (includes fees). If you are interested in purchasing table seating on the concourse level, please submit the online request by 12 p.m. noon Thursday, April 11, 2024. Table seating is limited to 72 and will sell out quickly. Table seats must be purchased before ON SALE Friday, April 12, 2024 at noon.<br> </p>
<p align="center">Tickets: $15, $20<br><br><strong>Presale:</strong> Wednesday, April 10 (10 a.m.) to Thursday, April 11 (10 p.m.)<br>Enter promo code <strong>LOEB</strong> <br><br>On sale Friday, April 12 (10 a.m.)</p>
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<div dir="auto"><strong>The Long Center for the Performing Arts</strong> announced today a venue change for two concerts originally slated for the outdoor Loeb Stadium. The Saturday, July 27 Taylor Shines Laser Spectacular will now be staged indoors at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. Sixth St., in downtown Lafayette.</div>
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<div dir="auto">For current ticket-holders, check your email! the Long Center’s box office team is issuing new tickets with seats in price levels that match the Loeb Stadium purchase. Guests will receive an email in 1-3 business days with the new ticket. Refunds are not available for relocated or rescheduled events.</div>
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America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-30
2024-09-27
People's brewing Co. Presents: Bella's Bartok
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Live your fantasy and embrace the stranger side of life with Bella’s Bartok. A band known for raucous theatrical performances and an outspoken political message of finding hope in a world beset by cruel uncertainty. With utter joy, they seamlessly blend a rich cacophony of sound and soul into their music with influences ranging from Punk to Folk and Pop to Americana. Let your freak flag fly high, fiercely and free, throw your societal inhibitions to the wayside and seek comfort in the warm sonic embrace of Bella’s Bartok. We are the night and you are bound to boogie.</div>
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">“Bella’s Bartok is a strange mix of a band, and with their absurdity lies their charm. Varied percussion, bright pianos, scratchy guitars, scattered horn sections, and group harmonies give their dancey tunes a distinct bohemian vibe, and their raw sound gives them something of a punk edge. Bella’s Bartok topped our New England open submission.”</div>
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America/Indiana/Winamac
2024-07-30
2024-09-27
Ritual's Rat Pack Tuesday
<p>We like to change things up every Tuesday. We change our music from our usual house music to jazz! Featuring Sinatra and more! Come enjoy a cocktail while listening to your favorite Rat Pack hits!</p>
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