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Summer in South Bend & Mishawaka, Indiana

It’s the season for weekends you don’t want to end. The days are longer, the nights are warmer, and great times are guaranteed! There's no shortage of ways to spend your summer days exploring, eating, drinking, and Bending Your Rules Around The Bend.

Summer Around The Bend

Restaurants

From cozy diners to go-to burger places, The Bend is home to a delicious variety of places to eat.

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Places To Stay

From chic hotels to quiet bed and breakfasts, there are plenty of options in The Bend when it comes to lodging.

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Ice Cream

Nothing says summertime like stopping at an ice cream or frozen yogurt shop for a…

Outdoor Seating

Long summer days and warm nights mean patio season has arrived in Indiana. These are…

Breweries

Craft beer isn’t just a drink. Nor are brewpubs just another place to visit…

Potawatomi Zoo

Potawatomi Zoo is home to over 400 animals. Some favorites include the new giraffe exhibit, rhinos, red pandas and more.

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Potato Creek State Park

Potato Creek State Park is one of The Bend's crown jewels. With Worster Lake at its center and miles of trail, the park is an outdoor lover's dream.

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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.

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Ironworks Plaza

Ironworks Plaza is home to the open-air Ball Band Biergarten, which partners with Indianapolis-based Sun King Brewery. Ironworks Plaza is also home to the Mishawaka…

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Family Summer Fun

Parks

Heading outdoors is always an escape from our everyday lives, never more so than during these times…

Potawatomi Zoo

Potawatomi Zoo is home to over 400 animals. Some favorites include the new giraffe exhibit, rhinos…

Indiana Dinosaur Museum

Stepping into the Indiana Dinosaur Museum is to go back through 1.9 billion years of history…

Museums

South Bend and Mishawaka have rich history and deep culture. We have a collection of…

Things To Do With Kids

Many of our attractions feature something designed specifically for kids or, even better, are…

Notre Dame

Find out everything you need to know – from restaurants to tours of iconic landmarks and the many events happening on campus.

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Explore Outdoors

Golf

Playing golf in The Bend means choosing from championship-caliber options. Whatever kind of…

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…

Fishing

South Bend Mishawaka offers some of the best fishing in the Midwest. Discover what the St. Joseph…

Trails

Explore the scenic South Bend trails and outdoor attractions! Enjoy outdoor recreation at local…

Events Around The Bend

Adult Recess Field Day Jul 11

Adult Recess Field Day

Food Trucks • Bar • Kickball • Games & More Remember recess? We’re bringing it back with more…

Mud Day and Sensory Play Jul 12

Mud Day and Sensory Play

🌟 Get Ready to Get Messy – It’s Community Mud Day! 🌟 Join us for a day full of laughter…

July Green Drinks Jul 15

July Green Drinks

South Bend Green Drinks meets on the third Tuesday of every month at new and exciting venues around…

Wood Window Restoration 101 Jul 15

Wood Window Restoration 101

Event Description: Expert window restorers, Adam Toering and Elicia Garske, cover the basics of wood…

Fitness Bootcamp Jul 16

Fitness Bootcamp

Get moving every Wednesday from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Howard Park! Fitness Bootcamp features…

Kamm Island Fest Jul 16

Kamm Island Fest

The Mishawaka Business Association (MBA) is excited to announce the 22nd Annual Kamm Island Fest…