Winter Activities in Tippecanoe County

I’m always amazed at the variety of things to do in Tippecanoe County, and while it might be cold outside, there’s still plenty to do during the winter months. If you need some ideas for things to do with the family during the holiday break (or during the bleak months afterwards when it’s too cold to go outside), check out this list!

First, a couple of day-specific activities you should be aware of.

Hike at Prophetstown (January 1)

Don’t miss the January 1 hike at Prophetstown State Park! Start those New Year resolutions off right! Get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Prophetstown is such a fabulous park, and it’s right in our backyard!

Watch Dragons & Mythical Beasts at the Long Center (March 24)

Don’t miss Dragons & Mythical Beasts at the Long Center! This show is supposed to be awesome—it’s an interactive show for the whole family! (This show is from the creators of Dinosaur World Live.)

Shop and Play at the Purdue Memorial Union

There’s plenty of fun to be had at the Purdue Memorial Union. Most important, there are no students during break, and it’s actually a relaxing place to be when it’s less crowded. There’s a new dining hall in the lower level, and you can follow it up with some time bowling at Rack and Roll.

Create Some Pottery at All Fired Up

All Fired Up is such a fun place to paint your own pottery! Fabulous for gift-giving, or just mental relaxation! This is a fun girls’ night or date night, too.

Check Out Our Indoor Play Places

We have a bunch of indoor play places in the Greater Lafayette area, and it’s one of my most popular blog posts, so check it out! Be sure to check the hours before you head out, especially during the holidays.

Skate at Tapawingo Park

From late November to early March, how about some ice skating at a charming little rink? This is such a fun way to spend some time outdoors. Don’t forget gloves or mittens to cover your fingers if you fall (ice—brrrrr).

Sled!

We have some great sledding spots around here, so visit my blog with all the deets. All we need is a little snoooowwwwww!!!

Attend a Library Program

Check out programs at your local library—Tippecanoe or West Lafayette. We have such beautiful libraries around town! They have fabulous programming year-round. Also, if you haven’t yet checked out the new-and-improved West Lafayette library post-renovation, it’s gorgeous.

Bowl at Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl

Who doesn’t love to bowl? Check out Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl. Along with cosmic bowling (SO FUN!), don’t miss the awesome new arcade!

Skate at Great United Skates 

Great United Skates has been such a fun addition to our area. Channel your inner 80s kid and lace up! This is a fabulous workout, too!

Check Out Malibu Jack’s Indoor Theme Park

Malibu Jack’s just opened, and it’s making use of some of the space at the Tippecanoe Mall! Go karts, laser tag, miniature golf, bowling, and more!

Hike along Wabash Heritage Trail

The gorgeous Wabash Heritage Trail is yet another way to get outdoors! Be sure to check for closures due to roadwork. Perhaps start at Davis Ferry Park and work toward downtown Lafayette.

Drink Hot Chocolate at McCord Candies

McCord’s is the cutest old-timey candy shop. Maybe you just need to escape the walls of your home. Grab a good book, buy a hot chocolate, and settle in for some reading!

Escape from an Escape Room

We actually have two escape room joints here in Greater Lafayette, Mission Breakout and Rugged Xscape. If you haven’t done an escape room, you’re missing out. They’re SO FUN!

Take a Swing at Monster Mini Golf 

Monster Mini Golf is a fun outing when the weather is just too cold outside. It’s all blacklight putting!

Watch a Show at Civic Theater 

Catch a fabulous show at Civic Theater! There are so many to choose from. And, they have a fabulous concession stand, too!

Outrage Smash Therapy 

Outrage Smash Therapy is the craziest thing I ever did hear of! I can think of some times it will come in handy though….

Lazy Cat Lounge 

Also, this cat lounge is crazy, unless you love cats…

Art With a Happy Heart

Art with a Happy Heart is a great space to get out and channel your inner Picasso! They’ll have you select a piece and then walk you through making it yourself! Perfect for those of us who are not so artistically inclined.

Climb Lafayette 

Climb Lafayette is another way to get an indoor workout while you think you’re just having fun. It’s so fun to take kids here, too!

Main Street Amusements 

Main Street Amusements is Indiana’s premier pinball destination!

OK, now I have to ask—what have I missed? If you have any other favorite winter activities here in Tippecanoe County, let me know so we can go, too!