Visit the University of Notre Dame
Steeped in history, Fr. Edward Sorin established the University of Notre Dame in 1842, before nearby South Bend was incorporated as a city 13 years later. It has since grown into one of the preeminent institutions of higher learning in the country with a worldwide reputation.
Notre Dame is home to over 20,000 students when classes are in session, adding significantly to The Bend's population. Stunningly beautiful, the Notre Dame campus includes acres of greenspace and historic architecture. Iconic landmarks like the Main Building with its Golden Dome, Touchdown Jesus, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart and the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes are must-sees.
Cheer, Cheer for Old Notre Dame
Although best known for its historic football program, the University of Notre Dame fields 26 varsity teams. Its sports programs compete at the highest level of NCAA Division I athletics, regularly playing for and winning national championships in everything from football to fencing.
Dine on campus. Take a walking tour. Attend an event. There are seemingly endless things to do and places to explore around Notre Dame.
Game Day Guide
Few events in sports compare to Notre Dame football home games. Visiting to watch the Fighting Irish means stepping into an unmatched college football experience with limitless…
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Restaurants
If you’re already on campus, there’s no need to leave when in search of a great meal. Rohr’s, inside the Morris Inn, is one of the best restaurants The Bend has…
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Iconic Landmarks
When you visit the University of Notre Dame, be sure to check out these iconic campus landmarks.
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Visiting Campus
One of The Bend’s most visited places, the University of Notre Dame campus welcomes anyone that wants to see it for themselves. Prospective students, people checking…
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Traditions
The University of Notre Dame leans into its traditions – from the pomp and circumstance of commencement weekend to the revelry of a home football weekend. These are the…
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Tailgate Your Way: Plan Your Notre Dame Pre-Game
Whether you’re planning your first game day or a gameday guru, this guide is your one-stop…
Guidelines for Tailgating at Notre Dame
Shortly after sunrise on fall Saturdays, fans begin bustling in the parking lots around Notre Dame…
Notre Dame Football Weekends: What to Do in The Bend
Campus is the epicenter of activity during a Notre Dame football game weekend. But if you're…
Top Places to Watch a Notre Dame Football Game in South Bend & Mishawaka
Gameday in South Bend is more than just about being inside the stadium—it’s about the…
Checklist for Every Kind of Notre Dame Football Fan
Fans from all over the country flock to The Bend during fall for Notre Dame football home games. No…
Spring Sports at Notre Dame
There is some major sports entertainment to be had on Notre Dame's campus this spring…
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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…
Fondue Night
Welcome to Fondue Night at IRONHAND Wine Bar! Join us from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a cozy evening…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - July 12, 2026 This year marks 50 years since the…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!
Potawatomi Zoo Pumpkin Patch
The Pumpkin Patch is back! Visit the Zoo from October 1-26 and add the pumpkin patch to your day…
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
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…
Mactober Fest
Head to Downtown South Bend for a celebration of Mac & Cheese paired with the perfect locally…
Pinhook Painters
Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from…
Speaker Series: America's Canal Era
In the early 19th century, Americans looked to canals for transportation. They carried people and…
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…
2025 MHAM Fall Summit - 'Responding to the Times: Policy, Funding, and Collaboration Considerations'
We are in a time of uncertainty with shifts in public policy and funding. This year's summit will…
Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown
The British Invasion brought us the two most popular rock groups of all time, the Beatles and the…
Orchestra Rehearsal (1978)
MFA Students Pick Some Films for Us to Watch Directed by Federico Fellini With Balduin Baas, Clara…
Paint with Cats
Join us for a fun evening of cat pottery and kitty cuddles! The ladies from The Pigeon and The Hen…
Shoplifters (2018)
Learning Beyond the Classics: Voicing Intergenerational Trauma in Postwar Korea and Japan through…
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…
Boos & Brews Haunted Brewfest
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!! We've partnered up with the best craft bar in Mishawaka to upgrade our…
Football Fridays at the Eck presented by Guinness
Kick off your game weekend at Football Fridays at the Eck presented by Guinness, every Friday before…
HarvestFest
Please join us for 2 weekends of HarvestFest fun at the Indiana Dinosaur Museum! October 10th-12th…
Movies at the Park
𝐉𝐮ly 1𝟏: A League of their Own - this event will honor the legacy of former South Bend Blue Sox…
Mystery at the Mansion
The year is 1910 in Chicago, and despite rampant strikes and protests, factory owner and businessman…
Ne Zha 2 (2025)
Dates: Friday, October 17, 2025 - 6:30 PM Friday, October 17, 2025 - 9:30 PM Sunday, October 19…
Neon Night Hayride
Light up the night with bright, neon colors! Paint your face with neon colors, take a…
Niles Scream Park
The Niles Scream Park is not just scary, it is considered by many to be one of the top haunted…
Old Time/Contra Dance
Come out for an evening of dancing fun! No experience necessary, all ages welcome! We will be doing…
Pressing Strings
Hailing from Annapolis, Maryland, this powerhouse trio–led by guitarist and vocalist Jordan…
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Join the original cast including Barry Bostwick – the original Brad Majors, Nell Campbell…
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…
Zoo Boo
Join the Potawatomi Zoo to celebrate Halloween at this beloved community event! Trick or treat with…
Apple Fest at Round Barn Winery & Estate
Celebrate the flavors of fall at Apple Fest at Round Barn Winery & Estate! The weekend is filled…
Early Bird Hike
Meet a park naturalist for a birding and nature hike before the park opens. We will walk trails…
Fall Frolic
Fall Frolic is more than just the Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes' annual 5K/2K race—it's a…
Game Day Festivities: Medieval Music & Swordsmithing
Join the Medieval Institute for another exciting tailgate before our dear Fighting Irish take on the…
Halloween in the Park
Join us for one of our most exciting and family-friendly events of the year — Trunk or Treat at…
It's Just a Little "Hocus Pocus" Trivia Night
Come create with us and enjoy some bar style trivia all about your favorite spooky movie "HOCUS…
Notre Dame Football vs. USC
The Fighting Irish host rival USC at Notre Dame Stadium. Notre Dame won 49-35 in Los Angeles in…
Yoga in the Greenhouse at Potawatomi Conservatories
Surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful plants, you’ll practice yoga the iconic Potawatomi…
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…
Monster House (2006)
Professor Pfinklepfunder's $1 Sunday Films Directed by Gil Kenan With Steve Buscemi, Nick Cannon…
Sunday Brunch Buffet: USC
Join us for a bountiful brunch buffet featuring chef-attended omelet and waffle stations, premium…
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.
