Livenwi

Livenwi We're a group of passionate Midwesterners with a mission to highlight all that is beautiful about America's Heart.

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

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

06/09/2026

El Salto’s new summer drinks are turning heads… ❤️‍🔥
Everyone gather around the firepit- because these arrivals are here to shake things up.
🌶️ Meet Spicy Pina Mule: she’s hot, bubbly and refreshing. Think zesty lime, sharp ginger + a lil heat with a cool finish.
🍋‍🟩 Meet Azul Limeade: she’s bright + citrusy, with a tropical vibe. Think tart, smooth orange-citrus sweetness with an eye-catching color.
Who are you pulling for a chat?
📍 El Salto
Munster, Valparaiso, Merrillville, Cedar Lake & Schererville


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06/05/2026

Don’t be the person who skips . Nobody likes that person.

Plus, calories don’t count on holidays 😉

In honor of this VERY serious day, here’s a few spots you can properly celebrate at:

🍩 Rise ‘n Roll Bakery (Cedar Lake, Schererville & Valpo): buy a donut + get a FREE coffee!

🍩 Munster Donut (Munster): offers super unique flavors, flavors change daily

🍩 Stan’s Donuts & Coffee (Schererville): renowned Chicago brand that recently came to NWI (+ they offer mini donuts- super cute for parties!)

If you were a donut, what flavor would you be?

06/03/2026

Found the viral Rainbow Sliders. 🌈🍔

Did you know Jewel-Osco stores across Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa are among the first places carrying the iconic The Sugar Factory Rainbow Sliders?

We were told they were sold out, but thankfully we kept looking because we found a few boxes left 👀

Each box comes with a collectible rubber duck, including the ultra-rare Mike Tyson duck.

Sugar Factory Rainbow Sliders feature 5 colorful buns (blue, red, yellow, green, and purple) and come in both Beef and Cheese varieties.

Perfect for summer get-togethers, family nights, and anyone who loves a fun food find.

Available now at Jewel-Osco in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa, and coming nationwide soon! 🌈🍔

06/03/2026

Because the couch will still be there on Monday 😉

Who we’re saving a spot for:

🎺 Thursday in Fair Oaks, IN: Music on the Porch at Fair Oaks
🎉 Thursday through Sunday in Hobart, IN: Hobart Lakefront Festival
🍻 Friday in Crown Point, IN: Beer, Bourbon, BBQ Fest
🧸 Saturday in Hammond, IN: Teddy Bear Clinic
🏝️ Saturday in Whiting, IN: WhoaZone - Floating Waterpark Opening
🍓 Saturday & Sunday in Hobart, IN: Strawberry Festival Weekend at Johnson's
🌸 Ongoing in NWI, IN: Farmers Markets

Save this before the weekend sneaks up on you!

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

06/01/2026

Not all walks need a destination… but ours ended with a drink at Rosebud Steakhouse in , so we’re calling that a win. 🌸

We started with a blank cardboard vase, took a walk along the Pennsy Greenway, and filled it with little flowers we found along the way.

We love this viral idea for a cute free summer activity (especially with kids) & your reminder that the best plans don’t always have to cost money.

Send this to someone who needs a floral detour and a post-walk drink!

05/30/2026

First stop in our Summer Day Series: Valparaiso, Indiana… ☀️

She’s a perfect mix of downtown charm, local food, shopping & outdoor spots.

Here’s our itinerary:

🌸 Start downtown with a coffee & stroll: grab a coffee at FLUID, The Coffee Press or Blackbird Cafe, walk around Central Park Plaza, and see where the day takes you.

Pro tip: Go on a Tuesday or Saturday & catch the Valparaiso Market from 9am - 1pm!

🌸 Hit the local boutiques (window shopping counts too!): Treat yourself to something nice at Six Cypress, Edie or IVY Boutique- no matter how small.

🌸 Grab a bite at Stacks Bar & Grill, Waiting Room or Main + Lincoln. Or, if you’re feeling a sweet treat- try Valpo Velvet’s ice cream!

🌸 End the day with a peaceful walk through Rogers Lakewood Park: trails, lake views, kayaking, and a little fresh air reset to top it all off.

Where should we go next?

05/28/2026

This store in Dyer, Indiana is for people who love a good random find… 👀

B&D Snack Shack is a salvage grocery store whose inventory changes alllll the time, so every visit feels different!

Plus, nothing beats the dopamine rush of finding UNREAL deals.

📍 B&D Snack Shack
169 Matteson St,
Dyer, IN 46311

B&D Snack Shack

Tag someone who could spend hours here 😂

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Merrillville, IN
46410

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