As spring hits its stride, May in The Bend blooms to life with events, outdoor adventures, and local experiences in slowly warming weather. The South Bend Cubs are back, Potawatomi Zoo is still illuminating the night, and nature is inviting you to explore! Here are a few things to add to your to-do…
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Beautiful flowers and more sun can only mean one thing — spring is here. As The Bend comes into bloom, it's an ideal time to get outside and explore. Miles and miles of hiking trails and bike paths await. Adrenaline seekers can conquer and aerial ropes course. Golfers can head to our championship…
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Mother's Day is May 11, and though we love the mothers in our lives all year long, it's a special day to show extra appreciation! Here are some ideas for what to do this Mother's Day around South Bend and Mishawaka. Take Mom Out for a Meal Give mom the day off of cooking for Mother's Day. If…
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Explore Zoo Luminate A spectacular lantern festival made of huge, luminous, artistic lanterns is decorating Potawatomi Zoo! In partnership with Tianyu, an experienced lantern festival producer, Zoo Luminate brings more than 60 lantern displays to life. The lanterns will only be on display until May…
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There are many ways to celebrate Black History Month in The Bend, especially when it comes to the history of the local African American experience. Start with these historic sites and landmarks in and near South Bend. RELATED CONTENT: Take a History Tour of The Bend Indiana University South Bend…
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Taking in a night of theater doesn’t necessarily mean visiting a big city. Instead you can visit The Bend, where the American Theatre Guild turns the Morris Performing Arts Center into a showcase for national touring productions like CATS and Rent . Check out the upcoming schedule to plan your night…
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Valentine's Day is the perfect excuse to plan an unforgettable date night—or even a dreamy weekend getaway—with your special someone. Whether it's surprising them with a spa day before a romantic dinner or taking a peaceful stroll through a park, there are plenty of options around The Bend. To make…
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Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, and there is truly no need to stress about a date. Spend time appreciating your friends instead! There are plenty of fun things to do around The Bend to celebrate Galentine's Day. RELATED CONTENT: Spend Valentine's Weekend in The Bend, 10 Romantic Places for…
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Theater enthusiasts should make The Bend part of their next road trip. Major, national productions often make their way through the Morris Performing Arts Center in downtown South Bend. But that’s not the only way to experience live theater here. The South Bend Civic Theatre has been putting on…
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What you see around The Bend today is rooted in its past. Few attractions bring this to light better than The History Museum, which is on the same campus as the Studebaker National Museum and includes the pristine Oliver Mansion. Its exhibits paint a vivid picture of South Bend and the surrounding…
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