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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Buzzer beaters, upsets, Cinderella stories, busted brackets — there's nothing quite like March hoops. Do you stash away a couple vacation days to catch the first round of games? We don't blame you. Here are some good spots in The Bend if you're trying to find a place with wall-to-wall televisions…
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There is some major sports entertainment to be had on Notre Dame's campus this spring, including the return of back-to-back National Champions, Notre Dame men's lacrosse! Even better, you can catch the action for free. Here's a look at their schedules this season. NOTE: All times Eastern. Notre…
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We're heading into the heart of winter. February means we're one step closer to spring, but there are plenty of things to check off your winter to-do list before the big thaw arrives. Here are a few ideas for things to do in The Bend this February. Catch a Notre Dame Game Did you think game days…
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The holidays have passed, but the promise of a new year and a new month is here! There are still plenty of things to do this month around The Bend. Skate into the New Year Howard Park in South Bend is wildly popular for its ice trail, not to mention the playground, hot chocolate and firepits. You're…
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If you're looking to get the family out of the house this winter, we have some ideas for how to do so. Kid friendly activities are around every corner. Ice Skating Winter activities seem to officially begin when the skating rinks open. The ice trail at Howard Park in South Bend is wildly popular (as…
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Think you can't enjoy the outdoors as the temperatures drop and snowflakes fly? Think again. Lace up your boots, zip up that coat, and pull on some gloves before heading outside for these five fun activities. Ice Skating at Howard Park Howard Park in South Bend is home to a state-of-the-art…
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Fall in The Bend is a pretty special time. Crisp air swoops in to South Bend and Mishawaka along with Notre Dame football season. Beautifully colorful leaves make for an experience that sticks with you. Harvest time also brings fresh bounty for local markets and restaurants. Here are some of our…
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If ever there was an ideal time to go fishing in The Bend, fall might be it. Cooler temperatures, spawning runs for prominent species and beautiful outdoor settings converge to make autumn a wonderful season to head out on the St. Joseph River, its tributaries and inland lakes. “It’s just…
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If there is just one thing you need to know about Mishawaka, it might as well be that it is home to an amazing parks system. Several of them line the St. Joseph River as it flows toward South Bend to create the Mishawaka Riverwalk. This multipurpose path is great for walking, running or biking with…
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