Spring in South Bend Mishawaka
Spring’s arrival in The Bend ushers in warmer temperatures and beautiful blooms. Want to break away from your everyday? The right time is right now. Whether you want to explore the outdoors, dine your way around or watch some baseball, make time for new memories and book your spring trip to South Bend and Mishawaka.
Places To Stay
From chic hotels to quiet bed and breakfasts, there are plenty of options in The Bend when it comes to lodging.

Spring Around The Bend
How to Spend Spring Break in The Bend
Why not try something new this spring? Breaking out of the winter blues doesn't have to mean…
Things to Do this March Around South Bend
Regardless of what Punxsutawney Phil says, spring activities will be underway this March! It's…
An Insider's Guide to Planning the Perfect Blue-Gold Game Trip
Do you miss football season? We understand. The good news is there's an opportunity to catch…
Things to Do in The Bend in Spring
Beautiful flowers and more sun can only mean one thing — spring is here. As The Bend comes…
Spring Sports at Notre Dame
There is some major sports entertainment to be had on Notre Dame's campus this spring…
8 Best Spots to Watch March Madness
Buzzer beaters, upsets, Cinderella stories, busted brackets — there's nothing quite like…
The Best Places for Paczki in South Bend
If you have Polish heritage or you simply grew up here, you know exactly what paczki are. But for…
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in South Bend
When it comes to St. Patrick's Day, nowhere in Northern Indiana does Irish quite like South…
Restaurants
From cozy diners to go-to burger places, The Bend is home to a delicious variety of places to eat.

Outdoor Seating
Long summer days and warm nights mean patio season has arrived in Indiana. These are the must-visit patios in South Bend and Mishawaka, IN.

Zoo Luminate
Step into a world of light and wonder at Zoo Luminate! A spectacular lantern festival made of huge, luminous, artistic lanterns around the entire Potawatomi Zoo. In partnership with Tianyu, an…

Events Around The Bend
Bruce Bishop: Ceramic Artist
Fire Arts Inc. invites the public to an exhibit by ceramic artist Bruce Bishop. His exhibit of…
Kayla Scarberry Photography Exhibit
The Visual Communications Gallery welcomes you to the Kayla Scarberry Photography Exhibit on the Ivy…
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses June 22, 2024 – August 10, 2025 Changing Gallery…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Traditions and Progress: Italian Americans in Northern Indiana
Traditions & Progress: Italian Americans in Northern Indiana Opening October 19, 2024 Italians…
Elevator to the Gallows (1958)
For his feature debut, twenty-four-year-old Louis Malle brought together a mesmerizing performance…
Swing Dance Lessons & Social
Join us Thursdays for swing dancing at The Music Village. Intermediate lesson starts at 7pm. Lessons…
Trivia Night at Ironhand
Are you a true Hoosier? Do you know your local restaurants, museums, history, geography…
Ensemble CONCEPT/21: New Voices in Michiana
Ensemble CONCEPT/21: 2024-2025 Concert Season Finale Don't miss our last concert of the season, "New…
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr.
PRESENTED AT BATTELL COMMUNITY CENTER All Youth Cast, Family Friendly! March 28 at 7:30PM March 29…
All We Imagine as Light (2024)
The light, the lives, and the textures of contemporary, working-class Mumbai are explored and…
All We Imagine as Light (2024)
The light, the lives, and the textures of contemporary, working-class Mumbai are explored and…
Miniatures Workshop
Miniatures Workshop Saturday, March 29, 2025 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Miniatures and dollhouses have…
Yoga in the Greenhouse at Potawatomi Conservatories
Surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful plants, you’ll practice yoga the iconic Potawatomi…
Maya and the Wave (2022)
Nazaré in Portugal was some of the most towering waves in the world, but it isn't the only challenge…
Sunburst "Under the Sea" Beauty Pageant
Where: Food Court in front of Chick-fil-A When: Sunday, March 30th at 1 PM Sunburst Beauty Pageant…
Vermiglio (2024)
The lush and breathtaking beauty of the Alps, filmed with painterly grace under natural light from…
Scouting for Stars @themall
LIVE Music • 2-3 showcase performances • featuring 6-10 artists throughout the weekend (viral and…
St. Joe County Ag Days
Free educational event to learn about agriculture.
National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest (2025)
While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false…
The Taste of Things (2023)
Winner of the Best Director award at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, this sumptuous French historical…
South Bend Cubs vs. Peoria - Thirsty Thursday
Enjoy 16 oz. fountain sodas and 16 oz. domestic draft beer for just $3. Plus, select craft beers are…
Easter Egg Hunt at Indiana Dinosaur Museum
Hop on over for a day of fun for a great cause! Indiana Dinosaur Museum and Scouting America are…
STEAM Lab with St. Joe County Library
St. Joe County Public Library is coming to Howard Park to present STEAM Labs once a month. STEAM…
South Bend Cubs vs. Peoria - Sunday Funday
Arrive early for a special autograph session with the South Bend Cubs players and play catch on the…
Raise Your Voice
April is Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Victims of sexual violence include people of any age…
April Green Drinks
South Bend Green Drinks meets on the third Tuesday of every month at new and exciting venues around…
Ahmed Khalaf
TICKETS: $15 ADV. / $20 DOOR For the past 10 years, Ahmed Khalaf has given everything to comedy…
Crazy Cat Lady Pub Crawl
Join us for a fun evening of crazy cat lady fun! Dress up in your best CAT LADY attire and meet at…
Easter Brunch at Villa Macri
Please join us for our annual Easter Brunch Buffet on Sunday, April 20th 2025! Reservations are…
Easter Sunday Buffet
Celebrate Easter at the Morris Inn with a beautifully curated buffet in the elegant Smith Ballroom…
Four Roses Bourbon Dinner and Tasting
Join us for a four-course culinary experience, paired with Four Roses Bourbons. Each course has been…
Big Red Barn Rummage Sale
GOT STUFF? RED BARN RUMMAGE SALE #31 SET FOR APRIL 26TH Martha Kummerer, Red Barn Rummage Sale Chair…
Build a Board at Ironhand
Join us for a fun and delicious evening where you’ll learn how to build the most beautiful…
Brunch, Bingo & Bubbly!
Start your Sunday right with delicious brunch at 10 AM, followed by Bingo at 11 AM! Get ready for a…
South Bend Blue Sox Night/AAGPBL at Four Winds Field
Join us at Four Winds Field when the South Bend Cubs celebrate the All-American Girls Professional…
Cars & Coffee
Join us from 8-10am on Saturday, May 3rd, in the Museum Campus parking lot, for the opportunity to…
Tribute Fest
Join Us for Tribute Fest! Date: May 10, 2025 Location: Ironworks Plaza, 230 Ironworks Ave…
South Bend Westside Memorial Day Parade
Join us on Ford St, from Lombardy to Olive in the 99th South Bend Westside Memorial Day Parade. The…
Summer of STEM Workshop
Rev Up Your Summer at the Studebaker National Museum! Join The Riverbend Community Math Center and…
Speaker Series: Music in Motion: The Evolution of Audio in Automobiles
Join Studebaker National Museum curator, Kyle Sater, for an in-depth look at the history of personal…
Cars & Coffee
Join us from 8-10am on Saturday, July 5th, in the Museum Campus parking lot, for the opportunity to…
KC & The Sunshine Band
KC and the Sunshine Band are still as widely popular today as they were when they first danced into…
Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm
The Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm co-presented by LaVine Restorations & The JBS Collection…
First Fridays 'Little Bit Country'
Join us for the August First Fridays where we will be celebrating all things country! Enjoy live…
American idiots-Americas Premier Green Day Cover Band and Groupies Wanted...Saturday August 9 7PM at Cheers Bar and Grill
A night of Punk Rock, Tributes and fun with American Idiots and Groupies Wanted at Cheers Bar and…
Art Beat
Join us for the largest annual event in downtown South Bend, where the streets of downtown are…
First Fridays 'Dog Days of Summer'
Downtown South Bend will be going to the dogs for the September First Fridays, as we celebrate the…
Gift Of Lights
The Gift of Lights is open Fridays, Saturdays, 5-9 pm, and Sundays 5-8 pm, November 28-December 28…
Visits with Santa
Come spend some time with the "big guy" in the little red and white house. Remember to bring your…
Potawatomi Zoo
Potawatomi Zoo is home to over 400 animals. Some favorites include the new giraffe exhibit, rhinos, red pandas and more.

Howard Park
Howard Park offers something for every season, but there’s no doubt it shines brightest during winter with ice skating and its massive accessible playground.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game: South Bend Cubs Baseball
South Bend Cubs game offers more than just baseball. Promotions, fun zones, rooftop views, amazing food — Four Winds Field is a family friendly entertainment destination all season long. You…

Explore Outdoors
Hiking
Few activities offer a better chance to explore nature than taking a hike. Around The Bend, trails…
Biking
One of the best ways to explore The Bend is on two wheels.
Birding
Word is starting to get out on The Bend’s birds. Five birding spots are considered popular…
Golf
Playing golf in The Bend means choosing from championship-caliber options. Whatever kind of…
Fishing
South Bend Mishawaka offers some of the best fishing in the Midwest. Discover what the St. Joseph…
Kayaking, Canoeing & Whitewater Rafting
Thrill seekers don’t need to stray far from the beaten path in The Bend when looking their…
Potato Creek State Park
Potato Creek State Park is one of The Bend's crown jewels. With Worster Lake at its center and…
Howard Park
Howard Park offers something for every season, but there’s no doubt it shines brightest during…
Parks
Heading outdoors is always an escape from our everyday lives, never more so than during these times…
Explore Indoors
Museums
South Bend and Mishawaka have rich history and deep culture. We have a collection of…
Performing Arts & Theater
Taking in a night of theater doesn’t necessarily mean visiting a big city. Instead you can…
Art Galleries
From well-known museums to smaller galleries, arts are interwoven throughout our community. Works…
Exhibits & Performing Arts
The Bend’s vibrant arts and culture scene is calling with exhibits, installations and other…
Farmers Markets
ne of the best ways to experience local flavor in any area is by visiting a farmers…
Wellness
Sometimes we all need to relax and unwind. If you want to do that during your visit, there’s…
Notre Dame
Find out everything you need to know – from restaurants to tours of iconic landmarks and the many events happening on campus.

Iconic Landmarks
When you visit the University of Notre Dame, be sure to check out these iconic campus landmarks.
