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2026 Groundhog Day - Shadow Showdown

  • South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority 7770 Corinne Drive Hammond, IN, 46323 United States (map)

2026 Groundhog Day Postponed to Saturday, February 7

Celebrate Groundhog Day with Humane Indiana!

Original Event Postponed: * NEW DATE * is Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Celebrate Groundhog Day while supporting Humane Indiana Wildlife! The second annual Groundhog Day Shadow Showdown event features a vendor marketplace, food, wildlife presentations, and meet & greet opportunities with Humane Indiana Wildlife ambassador animals.

Proceeds from this event help Humane Indiana Wildlife provide care and rehabilitation for local wild animals in need. Whether you’re a Groundhog Day enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to give back to our area wildlife, be sure to join us for this unique event!

Pre-Sale tickets have now closed; however, tickets will be available for purchase at the door! (Ages 5 & Under = Free, Ages 6-65 = $5, ages 66 & over = $3)


*10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Humane Indiana Wildlife Ambassador Animal Meet & Greets - happening for 30 minutes on the hour (ambassador animals will be on a rotating schedule)

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