Inspections Department-City of Hammond, IN

06/18/2026

HAPPENING TOMORROW: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATE FREEDOM EVENT!
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. , The City of Hammond, and The Juneteenth Committee invite you to the Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom event on this Friday, June 19th.
The celebration begins at 10:00 am at Martin Luther King, Jr Park. Come out and enjoy food, music, fun and giveaways.
Check out the Car & Bike show happening from 12:00pm- 2:00pm at 5925 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN.

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. , The City of Hammond, and The Juneteenth Committee present the Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom event on this Friday, June 19th.

The celebration begins at 10:00 am at Martin Luther King, Jr Park. Come out and enjoy food, music, fun and giveaways.

Check out the Car & Bike show happening from 12:00pm- 2:00pm at 5925 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN

06/08/2026

City of Hammond Inspections Department is ready to get this project started!

04/15/2026

REMINDER: TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR RENTAL REGISTRATION.

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04/04/2026

04/01/2026

Just a reminder that city hall will not be open Friday.

Good Morning Hammond,

Friendly reminder that this Friday, April 3rd, Hammond City Hall and its offices will be closed in observance of Good Friday. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, April 6th.

03/06/2026

Get your tickets before they sell out!

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Jelly Roll takes over Festival of the Lakes on Thursday, July 16! From “Son of a Sinner” to “Need a Favor,” his powerful blend of country, rock, and soul will light up the stage for one of the most anticipated shows of the summer.

The City of Hammond and Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. proudly present Jelly Roll live at Wolf Lake Pavilion for this special one-night event.

A ticket is required for entry on Thursday, July 16. Your concert ticket also includes
unlimited carnival rides that evening. Guests without tickets will not be admitted to the festival grounds.

Ticket Options
• Gold Section: $150.00 (plus service and carnival fees)
• Silver Section: $99.00 (plus service and carnival fees)

Tickets are available now at FestivalOfTheLakes.com and will be sold until sections are sold out. Grab your tickets early and be part of an incredible night at Festival of the Lakes!

02/27/2026

Inspections is ready to issue the permits and inspect every aspect of the stadium build.

“I want to congratulate Governor Braun for signing into law Senate Bill 27 that sets up the framework to bring the Chicago Bears to Hammond and Northwest Indiana. This is a historic day for our state. The Bears have witnessed over the past several months how efficient government works. From the st...

02/19/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY – To discuss today’s announcement regarding the Chicago Bears, Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. will be holding a press conference at Hammond City Hall in the City Council Chambers today at 3 PM CT.

02/10/2026

An early reminder that next Monday, February 16th, is President's Day. City Hall and all city offices will be closed for the day.

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01/27/2026

This Wednesday evening!

Happening This Week!

Join us for Mayor’s Night Out on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in Hammond’s 1st District!

January 28, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Emerald Green at Lost Marsh
1001 129th Street, Hammond, IN

Mayor’s Night Out is a free, open public forum that gives Hammond residents the opportunity to engage directly with Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and representatives from each city department to discuss current events, city initiatives, and community concerns.

Residents are encouraged to attend and participate when Mayor’s Night Out visits their district!

📞 For more information:
Mayor’s Office: 219-853-6301
Special Events: 219-853-6378