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The best Midwest eats, events, cocktails, shopping and more.

06/18/2026

16 fun things to do this weekend in …

Trust us, you won’t want to miss these.

A few that really caught our eye:

🏝️ Thursday in Cedar Lake, IN: Caribbean Castaways: A Planetary Rum Social Experience
🎵 Thursday in Portage, IN: Live Music Thursdays
🦖 Friday in Schererville, IN: Dino Day Party in the Park
🥃 Friday in Valpo, IN: Whiskey Release Dinner at Journeyman
🎸 Friday in Whiting, IN: Sheridan Stage Summer Concert Series
🪩 Saturday in Gary, IN: Nothing But The Funk
🌈 Saturday in Michigan City, IN: Psychfest
🥞 Sunday in Valpo, IN: Father's Day Brunch at Journeyman

✨ Grab the full list at https://www.livenwi.com/best/things-to-do-in-northwest-indiana ✨

06/17/2026

just got a whole lot sweeter thanks to this BRAND NEW dessert spot that just opened in Dyer, Indiana… 😍

Indiana Sweets is a cozy new spot serving up knafeh, chocolate crepes, waffles, gelato, cheesecake, fresh fruit platters, and more!

If you’re the kind of person who always leaves room for dessert- this one’s for you.

Tag a sweet tooth lover 💌

📍 Indiana Sweets
1468 Joliet St
Dyer, IN 46311



06/16/2026

Your favorite brunch spot just got even better…

Breakfast or dessert? Yes.

Grab Toast & Jam’s NEW Summer specials before they’re gone:

🍒 Vanilla Cherry Kiss Latte:
🍒 Strawberry Guava Mimosa
🍒 Limoncello Spritz
🍒 Cherry Cheesecake Pastry Waffle
🍒 Cherry Pancakes
🍒 Chicken Pita
🍒 Jam of the Month: Cherry Almond

Tag your brunch crew!

Toast & Jam

06/15/2026

This coffee shop located in Crown Point, Indiana has the best vibes…

Sorry, Starbucks- it’s not you, its SIP 💋

I mean how can you compete with fresh food, immaculate vibes & of course- yummy hand crafted beverages?

We’ll wait.

📍 Sip Coffee House & Artisan Cafe
11 N Court St
Crown Point, IN 46307
📞 (219) 662-9165

06/14/2026

It’s not just any day here in , it’s …

For people who like their cocktails with a little depth.

Today, we raise our glasses to the spirit that brings us together (literally + figuratively) 🥃

Send to your fellow bourbon-lover!

Region 5 Whiskey

06/13/2026

Patio season in is in full swing…

You asked, we delivered.

Here’s more spots to hit this Summer:

⭐️ Burn Em Brewing (Michigan City)
⭐️ Four Corners Winery (Valpo)
⭐️ Blockhead Beerworks (Valpo)
⭐️ Windy City Social (Munster)
​​⭐️ Lincoln & Wicker (Schererville)
⭐️ One 13 North (Crown Point)
⭐️ Bonvie (Hobart)
⭐️ Rocco’s Tavern (Michigan City)
⭐️ Cafe Farina (Valpo)
⭐️ Cafe Farina (Michigan City)
⭐️ Farina’s Supper Club (Michigan City)
⭐️ Belly Flop (Michigan City)

*Some patios may not be open yet, or only on specified dates- make sure to contact the businesses to confirm before arriving.

Did we miss your favorite? Let us know + we’ll add to part 3!

06/12/2026

The most nostalgic way to spend a summer night in …

Grab your lawn chair. Outdoor movie season is here. 🎥🍿

Here’s where to catch a movie under the stars this summer:

June 15: Lilo & Stitch @ Munster Parks & Recreation - Munster
June 16: Jumanji @ Central Park Plaza - Valpo
June 23: Lilo & Stitch @ Central Park Plaza - Valpo
June 30: National Treasure @ Central Park Plaza - Valpo
July 7: Cars @ Central Park Plaza - Valpo
July 14: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie @ Central Park Plaza - Valpo
July 20: The Bad Guys 2 @ Munster Parks & Recreation - Munster
August 3: Zootopia 2 @ Munster Parks & Recreation - Munster
August 7: Zootopia 2 @ Prairie West Park - St John

What’s your go-to movie night snack?

06/11/2026

Aka, your official excuse to leave the house.

Here’s the lineup we’re loving:

☀️ Thursday - Sunday in Dyer, IN: Dyer Summer Fest
🌑 Friday in Chesterton, IN: Art After Dark: Rooted + Rising
🍗 Friday through Sunday in Griffith, IN: Broad Street Blues and BBQ Festival
🦄 Saturday in Portage, IN: 10th Annual Fairy Festival | Gnomes Day Out
🇬🇷 Saturday & Sunday in Hammond, IN: Greek Food Fest
🍓 Saturday & Sunday in Hobart, IN: Strawberry Festival Weekend at Johnson's
🧘🏻‍♀️ Sunday in Gary, IN: Free Community Yoga

Send this to your weekend warrior bestie!

Grab the full list at https://www.livenwi.com/best/things-to-do-in-northwest-indiana

06/10/2026

The Spice & Tea Exchange of offers unique Father’s Day gifts for dads who grill like it’s his full time job…

Browse tons of curated spices, rubs and blends that will take the summer cookout to a whole new level.

Best part is, you get to enjoy the fruits of his labor too! 😋

Think of it like an investment.

📍 The Spice & Tea Exchange of Valparaiso
161 Lincolnway
Valparaiso, Indiana 46383
The Spice & Tea Exchange

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Merrillville, IN
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