When people think about sports around here, they often gravitate toward just one – Notre Dame football. There’s no doubt football season shines the brightest on The Bend as the Fighting Irish play big-time opponents in primetime. But as football season ends there are winter sports ready to kick into…
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Coming to The Bend for a Notre Dame football home game means taking in one of the most tradition-rich experiences in sports. While there are many things that should be on your itinerary during a football weekend, these are the bucket list traditions you can't miss. Football Fridays at the Eck Eck…
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December can only mean one thing: The holiday season has officially arrived. Getting into the the swing of winter is easy in The Bend, where there are dozens of ways to celebrate the holidays and skate right into the new season. Put these things to do in South Bend and Mishawaka on your wish list…
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South Bend brings the holiday spirit to the stage. Check out these shows to attend this winter season. Holiday Shows at the Morris Performing Arts Center The Bergamot - A South Shore Christmas - Nov. 29 | 7:30 p.m. From timeless Christmas classics to their signature original songs, The Bergamot…
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Foliage season is almost here. Peak color around The Bend is expected the week of October 23, so plan accordingly. These are the top places for leaf peeping around South Bend and Mishawaka. Notre Dame's Campus All the iconic campus landmarks with a side of beautiful fall colors. Take a self-guided…
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Shortly after sunrise on fall Saturdays, fans begin bustling in the parking lots around Notre Dame Stadium. Tents go up. Grills move into position. Sound systems turn on. Drinks are poured. Here’s your guide to tailgating for Notre Dame home football games. 2024 Season Parking Information If you…
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There are so many great pizza places around The Bend, putting together a comprehensive guide is no easy task. So, don't think of it that way. Consider this a general tour through one of the great and, dare we say, underrated places for pizza in the country. We asked our social media followers for…
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We all need to get outside a little more these days, even during the winter months. Fortunately, there are several paths and trails around The Bend where you can bundle up and go for a walk. These are five of our favorites. University of Notre Dame The undisputed champion of places to get your steps…
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Looking for a weekend getaway that offers more adrenaline rush than a relaxed vibe? This is your guide to an adventure-filled fall visit to The Bend. Animal Encounters at Potawatomi Zoo Visiting the zoo is always fun for all ages. Even more so when you add an up-close-and-personal encounter with…
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Fans from all over the country flock to The Bend during fall for Notre Dame football home games. No matter the type of visitor, there are several ways to spend your time here. Use our guide to build the perfect weekend itinerary. Checklist No. 1: Family Friendly Enjoy the tradition and fun of a…
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