Raft Down the East Race Waterway
This one is for the adventure seekers. Downtown South Bend is home to the East Race Waterway, a fun and approachable manmade whitewater rapids course. Suit up in clothes you don't mind getting wet — water splashing on you is all but assured — and take a few runs. One trip down the rapids likely won't be enough.
After you're done, you can head out into the East Bank Village neighborhood to grab a bite to eat. The View, Howard Park Public House or Barnaby's Pizza are great places to relive your trips down the rapids.
Explore The History Museum and Studebaker National Museum
History and/or car buffs should take a little time out over Father's Day weekend to visit The History Museum and Studebaker National Museum. The History Museum dives deep into the history of our region and has an exhibit on the All-American Girls Baseball League, which was showcased in the movie A League of Their Own.
Studebaker National Museum highlights the rise and fall of Studebaker Corporation with dozens of vehicles on display. Its collection also includes several carriages used by past presidents, including the one that carried Abraham Lincoln to Ford's Theatre the night of his assassination.
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Head Outside at Potato Creek State Park
If you want to spend a day outside, pack some snacks and head to Potato Creek State Park. There are miles of hiking and biking trails to explore. You can also do some paddling or fishing on Worster Lake, the park's centerpiece.
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