Mother’s Day is just around the corner! For all the moms, grandmas, stepmoms, and anyone else who is a mother figure, Mother’s Day is all about them. Enjoy a special day with them at one of these brunches or events around the region!
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2023 Brunches
Fair Oaks Farms
Brunch or Dinner
Make your reservation for a Mother’s Day getaway at Fair Oaks! Enjoy the day with a stay at the Fairfield by Marriott® and an amazing brunch or dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant. The brunch menu will be offered from 10:30 am to 4 pm and the dinner will begin after 4 pm.
754 N 600 E, Fair Oaks
219.394.3663
Reserve your spot here.
Byway Brewing Co.
Say cheers to the ladies we love with brunch at Byway Brewing Co. First come, first served between 10 am to 3 pm.
2825 Carlson Drive, Hammond
219.844.5468
Four Corners Winery
Let the vintage 1870s homestead at Four Corners Winery brunch, wine, dine, and music you into a million memories with mimosas and more.
294 E 600 N, Valparaiso
By RSVP only - call 219.286.3603
Shady Creek Winery
Celebrate at Shady Creek Winery! Enjoy their delicious brunch offerings, a carving station and a 'MOM-osa' bar from 10 am to 2 pm.
2030 Tryon Road, Michigan City
219.874.9463
Purchase your tickets here.
Gamba Ristorante
Brunch Buffet 11 am - 4 pm
455 E 84th Drive, Merrillville
219.736.5000
MORE INFO
Signature Banquet
Champagne Brunch - Seatings at 10:30 am, 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm
1908 E Commercial Ave, Lowell
219.696.7696
MORE INFO
Center for Visual and Performing Arts - SOLD OUT
Champagne Brunch Buffet
1040 Ridge Road, Munster
219.836.1930
White Hawk Country Club - SOLD OUT
1001 White Hawk Drive, Crown Point
219.661.2322
Looking for some special mimosas to go with brunch? Ricochet Tacos in Crown Point and Valparaiso serves brunch every Saturday and Sunday and has a mimosa flight with a carafe of sparkling Cava and an array of juices. Blockhead Beerworks in Valparaiso serves brunch every Sunday and has seven different flavors of their regular mimosa as well as a premium mimosa with boba.
2023 Events for Moms

Afternoon Tea & Brunch
Stop in and enjoy afternoon tea on Saturday, May 13 at Wild Wood's - A Gathering Place. Tickets are $35 and include assorted teas, a delicious brunch, desserts and more. Mimosas and mock-tails are available for purchase. Reservations are required and can be made here.
Wild Wood's - A Gathering Place
619 East 3rd Street, Hobart
The Four C Notes
May 13, 2023
Midwest’s only tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Theatre at the Center
1040 Ridge Road, Munster
MORE INFO
Elvis Live Starring Jimmy Holmes
May 13, 2023
Hear all your favorite songs with this award-winning, international Elvis tribute artist!
Hobart Art Theater
230 Main St., Hobart
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Wayne Newton and Tony Orlando
May 13, 2023
Recognized and revered around the world, these two great American treasures will grace the stage for the first time, at the Hard Rock Casino.
Hard Rock Casino
5400 W. 29th Avenue, Gary
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Macaron's for Mom
Sweet Moon Macaron will be at Manic Meadery from 1-3 on Mother's Day. Manic is also debuting their mead cocktail, The 'Mom'osa to celebrate all the super moms out there!
Manic Meadery
1003 #3 E. Summit Street, Crown Point
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Stroll the Gardens
Mothers and grandmothers will be admitted for free on Mother's Day at Friendship Gardens. Bring the family for a day outside walking the trails and viewing the gardens.
Friendship Botanic Gardens
2055 East US Highway 12, Michigan City
Gabis Arboretum is another beautiful outdoor option for your family to enjoy! Pack a picnic then head on over to check out the Railway Garden and wander through the other gardens.
Mother's Day Wellness Hike
After you go out to brunch with your mom, come take a nice leisurely wellness hike at Gibson Woods on Mother’s Day. Pre-registration is required by calling 219-844-3188.
Gibson Woods Nature Preserve
6201 Parrish Ave., Hammond
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Run Like a Mother 5K
Run a 5K to honor your mother while helping moms in need! The run on Mother's Day includes finisher medals, special gifts for moms, free admission to the Hometown Mother's Day Market and more. Event supports St. Jude House and Mommy's Haven.
Lake County Fairgrounds
889 S. Court St., Crown Point
MORE INFO
More Ideas for Fun Things to Do
Mother's Day Gifts
At Albanese Candy locations you can find all kinds of treats for mom - from chocolates and nuts to factory-fresh gummies and retro candies.
How about bringing mom some regional wines, meads or ciders? Find a list of wineries, cideries and meaderies here.
If you are still looking for the perfect gift for the mother figure in your life, check out our shop small blog post!
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