70°FColorful streets, cooler days and the holidays just around the corner make fall the perfect time for a shopping getaway. Browse favorite brands, explore locally owned boutiques and discover one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list, including yourself.
Michigan City’s Uptown Arts District: Creative, Curated and Full of Character
Begin in Michigan City’s Uptown Arts District, where historic architecture, creative energy and locally owned businesses come together. Explore shops filled with stylish apparel, distinctive home décor, vintage treasures, artwork, collectibles and gifts you won’t find just anywhere.
Browse the curated home décor, apparel and gifts at LMG Interior, discover vintage clothing, records and mid-century finds at Good News Vintage, or search for something unique at Hoity Toity. Music lovers can flip through the selection at Static Age, while Ballyea Jewelry offers distinctive pieces that make memorable gifts.
Whether you’re searching for retro jewelry, an unexpected home accent or a record that takes you back, the fun is in seeing what catches your eye. With its independent spirit and interesting mix of shops, the Uptown Arts District makes holiday shopping feel less like a task and more like an experience.
Downtown La Porte: Small-Town Charm and Local Finds
A short drive away, downtown La Porte welcomes shoppers with brick storefronts, local businesses and plenty of small-town charm. Browse boutique fashions, home décor, handcrafted jewelry, specialty items and thoughtful gifts created by local makers.
Stop inside A Whole World of Good for clothing, gifts, artisan goods and more, explore the vendor booths at Uptowne Shoppes, or hunt for vintage treasures throughout three floors at Coachman Antique Mall. Freckle Farm Primitives and Antiques offers even more downtown shopping with primitives, antiques and unique vintage finds.
Take your time strolling from one storefront to the next and look for something personal for the people on your holiday list. These locally owned shops offer plenty of unexpected finds, along with opportunities to support the businesses that help give the community its character.
Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: Big Brands and Holiday Deals
For favorite brands and outlet savings, make time for Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets in Michigan City. The open-air shopping center offers a wide variety of apparel, shoes, accessories, home goods, specialty items and more.
It’s an easy place to check off several names on your holiday list, refresh your cold-weather wardrobe or find something special for an upcoming celebration. Take a break between stores for a treat or quick bite, then head back out to continue the hunt.
Plan Your Shopping Day
With shopping districts in both Michigan City and La Porte, it’s easy to build a full day around the experience. Start with coffee or breakfast, spend the morning browsing boutiques and specialty shops, then stop for lunch before continuing to Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets or exploring more stores throughout the county.
Shop for clothing and accessories, home décor, gourmet treats, books, artwork, collectibles and locally made gifts. Mixing familiar brands with independent businesses makes it possible to find something for every style, interest and budget.
Make It a Holiday Shopping Getaway
Turn a day of shopping into a relaxing fall escape. Stay at one of the area’s welcoming hotels or vacation rentals, then pair your shopping adventures with dinner at a local restaurant, a winery visit or a scenic walk along Lake Michigan.
Come for the deals, stay for the local flavor and head home with holiday gifts, one-of-a-kind finds and a few new memories. You can also explore even more place to shop here.