The Calm Harbor Awaits You!

Dedicated in 1987, the East Chicago Marina is one of East Chicago’s best kept secrets.  The East Chicago Marina is home to 294 boat slips ranging from 20 ft. to 65 ft.  Winter storage is also available. Slip amenities include utilities and dock box as well as, bath houses equipped with washers and dryers.  Also available are three launch ramps with a fish cleaning station on site! For more information on boat slips and/or storage, you may contact our office at 219-391-8482.

Office hours:

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday  8 a.m. – Noon

(Sat. hours available only during boating season June – September)

Banquet Facilities

The Marina provides the perfect ambience for hosting outdoor events during the boating season (generally May through September). Our outdoor events offer family and community a cultural and educational experience for all ages through the appreciation of the arts.

The Marina banquet facilities are open year round to the community for hosting private meetings, small weddings, anniversaries, holiday office parties and other special events and gatherings.  Whether corporate or family, our venue can accommodate up to 120 people comfortably in either of our two banquet rooms. The Marina Café (restaurant and bar) is also available for smaller events or parties.  Rental fee for our banquet rooms is $200.

We also provide a variety of menu items to choose from to further enhance your unique experience on Lake Michigan. Our Marina offers exceptional in-house catering for all events with our buffets starting at $10 per person. We also offer an array of appetizers to choose from. Our outstanding service and spectacular lake experience make the East Chicago Marina the perfect venue for your next special occasion!

If interested in viewing our facility or would like more information, please call Sophia Rodriguez, Social Director at (219)391-7102 or (219)313-8042. Click here for photos.

The Marina Café is a scenic lakefront restaurant with a great atmosphere. Hours vary throughout the year, but it is always open for business during boating season. A breakfast buffet from 9 a.m. to Noon is offered every weekend during this season. Please contact us at (219) 391-7102 for further information or hours of operation.

Marina Café Hours  (Open soon)

Summer hours for the 2009 are as follows:

2008 Summer Hours for the Marina Cafe

Sunday 9a – Noon

Monday – Thursday – 11a – 2p

Friday 11a – Midnight

Saturday 9a – Midnight

Join us Saturdays and Sundays for a great $6 breakfast buffet from 9am – Noon in the Marina Café. 

Location – 3301 Aldis Street, East Chicago, Indiana

The East Chicago Marina is conveniently located right off of Cline Avenue with neighboring downtown Chicago just 20 minutes away. Click here for directions.