Fall in South Bend & Mishawaka, Indiana

Fall is a special time around The Bend, where crisp breezes usher in breathtaking fall colors and Notre Dame football takes center stage.

We celebrate harvest season at our farmers markets and explore great hikes with the crunch of leaves under our boots. Who says you can't get away from your every day all year long? Explore fall around The Bend.

Top 10 Fall Activities in The Bend
Crisp air swoops in to South Bend and Mishawaka along with Notre Dame football season.
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6 Picks: Spots for Fall Color
Peak color around The Bend is expected the week of October 25, so plan accordingly. These are the top places for leaf peeping around South Bend and Mishawaka.
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Fall Around The Bend

Notre Dame Football
If you don’t know anything else about The Bend, there’s a pretty good chance you know about the University of Notre Dame’s legendary football program.
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Notre Dame Football 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 pageantry and tradition.
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A visitor walks her dogs on a trail at Rum Village Nature Preserve
Plan a Fall Weekend Getaway to South Bend & Mishawaka
Here are some of the best things to do and places to stay during a fall getaway near South Bend and Mishawaka.
    Places To Stay
    Heading out for an overnight visit, long weekend or weeklong road trip usually starts with just an idea.
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    Where to Eat & Drink in The Bend
    Cut into a perfectly prepared steak. Enjoy the bountiful flavors in a vegetarian dish. Track down a decadent dessert.
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    Your Guide To Exploring Howard Park
    Howard Park in South Bend is a vibrant destination for locals and visitors alike.
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    Ironworks Plaza
    Ironworks Plaza has quickly become one of the top places for visitors and locals in Mishawaka to spend time.
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    Explore Indoors

    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.

    Events Around The Bend

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