10 Fun Things To Do This Weekend in Northwest Indiana: Christmas Celebrations, Wine Tasting, and Last Minute Shopping Ideas

Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do!

Celebrate the Meaning of Christmas
Many local churches are hosting special Christmas services this weekend, to remember and reflect on the meaning of the season. Some have already held their services but there are still gatherings this weekend, from Candlelight services to Christmas Mass.

Enjoy Holiday Wines at Ribordy Liquors!
Ribordy Liquors is hosting a wine tasting on December 23. Come out from 4 pm to 6 pm and enjoy Cline Cool Climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Also that night, try Gloria Ferrer Sanoma Brut Sparkling Wine. Stock up on last minute drink items for your holiday party!

Catch the Best Light Display in Town!
On Black Hawk Road, a half a mile north of Burlington Beach, on west side of Calumet you will see Valpo's best Christmas Light display. Here the Christmas lights are set to music that you can listen over your car radio. Or check out the Winter Lights Drive Through at Sunset Hill Farm County Park! Open every night through New Years Day, this free drive through is a glowing holiday tradition!

Celebrate the Holidays with the Welcome Mat
Finish your shopping by buying fair trade! on Friday, December 23, receive 5% off your purchase of $10 or more. Fair trade means that the artisan that made a good is paid fair, livable wages. This boosts the artisan's local economy and equips them with the tools to break free from the cycle of poverty.

Last Minute Jewelry Purchase Could Be Free!
Still looking for a gift for that special someone? Don't forget that Engstrom Jewelers is running their snow promotion: purchases made between November 25 and December 24 will have the full purchase price refunded if it snows 4 or more inches on January 1st! It's the perfect time to show her how much you care!

Free Christmas Meal at Cafe Manna!
A Christmas Day dinner will be served at Cafe Manna in Valparaiso, so that no one need spend the holiday alone. Join us for a very special meal from 12:30 to 2:00 pm, all are welcome to come! Please RSVP if you plan on attending.

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas at T.J. Maloney's
After the magical excitement of Christmas morning, save the cleanup of your wrapping paper- and gift-strewn living room for later and turn to T.J. Maloney’s Authentic Irish Pub for a festive, relaxing and decadent Christmas Day Brunch. T.J. Maloney’s will feature an extensive menu of traditional items, along with a hearty serving of Slainte!

Get Your Photo with Santa!
The Indiana Welcome Center will play host to Santa through Christmas Eve! Bring your kids and pets to get that last minute 2011 Christmas memory captured for only $5! For every pet photo purchased, $1 will go directly to "I Want a Home" Rescue, an organization which finds foster homes for abused, physically handicapped, aged, or homeless animals.

Still Looking for a Great Gift?
The eState has a gorgeous ring that would make an outstanding Christmas gift for your loved one. Looking for more than jewelry? The eState has all kinds of cool memorabilia, collectors items, coins, and more!

Intermediate Salsa Group at Duneland Ballroom
Shake off those Christmas calories with Duneland Ballroom! on December 23, they will host their regular Intermediate Salsa class. Meet new people, spend quality time with that special someone, and be more confident on the dance floor with help from Duneland Ballroom!

More events can be found on our event calendar! Want to submit your own event? Click here to do so or send us an email at share@valpolife.com!