Notre Dame
Find out everything you need to know – from restaurants to tours of iconic…
Outdoors & Recreation
Eager to get outside and explore? The Bend is home to dozens of outdoor spaces for…
Attractions
Surprises around every museum corner. Serenity in the quiet of expansive…
Arts, Entertainment & Culture
Colorful River Lights dancing across the water. The wonder of a violin expertly…
Shopping
The surge of adrenaline when you find a great deal. A warm coffee in…
Nightlife
Nightfall is no reason to wrap up your day of adventure in The Bend. Take a look at…
Fall Weekend Getaway in South Bend & Mishawaka
Here are some of the best things to do and places to stay during a fall getaway near South Bend and Mishawaka.
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Things To Do With Kids
Many of our attractions feature something designed specifically for kids or, even better, are totally kid-centric. Sports fans, animal lovers, chocolate enthusiasts or adventure seekers…
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Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in South Bend & Mishawaka
What’s better than a lazy Sunday brunch with your dog at your feet? There are many places…
1 Day in South Bend with Your Dog: A Summer Itinerary
It's officially summer and that means outdoor adventures are around every corner. Even better…
Seven Things To Do This Fall With Your Dog
GO FOR A WALK: The Bend is full of gorgeous walking trails from downtown all the way to Potato Creek…
Autumn Apple Day
Admire and enjoy the beauty of autumn with a family-friendly afternoon in the park! Fresh apples and…
Brunch, Bingo & Bubbly
Start your Sunday right with delicious brunch at 10 AM, followed by Bingo at 11 AM! Get ready for a…
Cheers Open Jam Open Mic with the Nicole London Acoustic Project, Every Sunday from 4PM to 8PM
Come Join us for a fun filled Sunday Afteroon at Cheers Bar and Grill, for Cheers Open Jam Open Mic…
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks Raclin Gallery of Notre Dame History December 7, 2024…
Dora Natella Retrospective
Fire Arts Inc. invites the public to a retrospective sculpture exhibit of artist Dora Natella. The…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - July 12, 2026 This year marks 50 years since the…
HarvestFest
Please join us for 2 weekends of HarvestFest fun at the Indiana Dinosaur Museum! October 10th-12th…
Monster House (2006)
Professor Pfinklepfunder's $1 Sunday Films Directed by Gil Kenan With Steve Buscemi, Nick Cannon…
Ne Zha 2 (2025)
Dates: Friday, October 17, 2025 - 6:30 PM Friday, October 17, 2025 - 9:30 PM Sunday, October 19…
Niles Scream Park
The Niles Scream Park is not just scary, it is considered by many to be one of the top haunted…
Potawatomi Zoo Pumpkin Patch
The Pumpkin Patch is back! Visit the Zoo from October 1-26 and add the pumpkin patch to your day…
Sunday Brunch Buffet: USC
Join us for a bountiful brunch buffet featuring chef-attended omelet and waffle stations, premium…
Zoo Boo
Join the Potawatomi Zoo to celebrate Halloween at this beloved community event! Trick or treat with…
Beginning Pottery with Len Cockman
Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery Fire Arts In 305 E. Colfax Av South Bend, IN 46617 574 282 2787…
Irish Music Session
Join us every Monday as local musicians gather 'round the Hearth to play traditional Irish music.
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Art League Luncheon Series- September 2025
Join us for the Art League of the South Bend Museum of Art luncheon on October 21st at Fanello's in…
Fall Fling for the Little Ones
Warm fur, cozy dens, and colorful leaves! Join us as we find out what plants and animals are doing…
October Green Drinks
Join us Tuesday, October 21 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. for a tour of Green Bridge Growers farm at…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
The Vampire Circus
The Vampire Circus has been called a mix of circus cabaret and theater and is the result of a fusion…
DanceSport101: Beginner Ballroom Dance Class
💃 DanceSport 101 – Beginner Ballroom, Latin & Swing 💫 Ready to step onto the dance floor…
Fitness Bootcamp
Get moving every Wednesday from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Howard Park! Fitness Bootcamp features…
Latin Wednesday
Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue & More. Beginner's lesson of 30 minutes @7 PM, followed by open…
Pinhook Painters
Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from…
Survivor Watch Party
🌴🔥 Outwit. Outplay. Outdrink. 🔥🌴 Join us every week for South Bend’s only Survivor Watch Party…
The Music Village Community Jam
Enjoy acoustic jams with The Music Village Community Jammers, every Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM at…
Purrmanent Jewelry Pop Up with Ali on the Boulevard
We're excited to host Ali from Ali on the Boulevard for a popup event featuring permanent jewelry…
Whispers from the Past: Ghost Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step into the shadows of the Morris Performing Arts Center for Whispers from the Past, a one-hour…
"The Weir" by Conor McPherson
Next in Acting Ensemble's late-night series! A haunting tale that explores human connection, the…
B100 Country Night Every Friday @ Cheers Bar and Grill
Come Enjoy all the fun with B100 country night at Cheers Bar and Grill. Starting at 9PM we have Kara…
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring…
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring…
Diabolique (1955)
Dates: Friday, October 24, 2025 - 6:30 PM Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 6:30 PM Classics in the…
Game Nights featuring Cornhole
Start your weekend off with some fun at Ironhand Wine Bar. We'll have our cornhole boards out for…
HalloweenFest
It's going to be a haunting good time! • Haunted House* • Haunted Trail* • Haunted Maze* • Haunted…
Jack-O (1995)
Dates: Friday, October 24, 2025 - 9:30 PM Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 9:30 PM Classics in the…
Jefferson's Bourbon Dinner and Tasting
Jefferson’s Bourbon Dinner & Tasting Chicory Event Center Friday October 24 Doors open at 6:30…
Mishawaka Midwest Open
Tournament Description This will be a prize money tournament that will pay $25,800 total prize money…
Mystery at the Mansion
The year is 1910 in Chicago, and despite rampant strikes and protests, factory owner and businessman…
New Moon Market @ The Lot Next Door
A twilight market celebrating all things eerie, autumnal, and enchanting. Ideal for vendors offering…
Nightmare on William Street
Nightmare on William Street Join us for South Bend’s ultimate 21+ Halloween ritual, hosted by Sound…
Notre Dame Hockey vs. Robert Morris
Join Notre Dame Hockey as they host Robert Morris.
Sunset Skating at Howard Park
Sunset Skating at Howard Park! Kick back with a live DJ, spinning all your favorite tracks. Bring…
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - South Bend, IN
North America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in…
United Youth Theatre Presents: CLUE Highschool Edition
United Youth Theatre Presents CLUE: High School Edition — A Hilarious Whodunit Live on Stage, Oct…
Unity Gardens Spooktacular
Bring the family out for a fun free night of fun and fright! The haunted trail can get very scary so…
Boo Bash 2025 to Benefit Hello Gorgeous
Halloween concert and party to benefit Hello Gorgeous. Our event is featuring two great cover bands…
Connect 574's Halloween Bar Crawl
Who’s ready to get spooky? Join us for a night prowling through the nightlife of Downtown South Bend…
