6 Picks: Summer in The Bend Bucket List
Summertime is arguably The Bend's best season. These are some of the things to do that should…
Your Guide to the East Race Waterway
There are few thrills like tackling the East Race Waterway. Imagine the adrenaline rush of…
Your Guide to a South Bend Golf Getaway
A championship-caliber weekend awaits in South Bend for your golf getaway. We've already done…
1 Day in South Bend with Your Dog: A Summer Itinerary
It's officially summer and that means outdoor adventures are around every corner. Even better…
10 Places to Eat and Drink Before a South Bend Cubs Game
Nothing says summertime in South Bend quite like a trip to the ballpark. Home to the South Bend…
Potato Creek State Park Camping
Situated about 12 miles southwest of South Bend, Potato Creek State Park is the crown jewel of The…
Discover The Bend's County Parks
Heading outdoors is a great escape. And there are few better places around The Bend to get outside…
Six Picks: Must-Visit Mishawaka Parks
If there is just one thing you need to know about Mishawaka, it might as well be that it is home to…
Take Me Out to the Ball Game: South Bend Cubs Baseball
South Bend Cubs games offer more than just baseball. Promotions, fun zones, rooftop views, amazing…
Take Me Out to the Ball Game: South Bend Cubs Baseball
South Bend Cubs games offer more than just baseball. Promotions, fun zones, rooftop views, amazing food — Four Winds Field is a family friendly entertainment destination all season long! You…
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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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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…
Performing Arts & Theater
Taking in a night of theater doesn’t necessarily mean visiting a big city. Instead you can…
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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Iconic Landmarks
When you visit the University of Notre Dame, be sure to check out these iconic campus landmarks.
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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…
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Check our list of camping sites around The Bend to experience the great outdoors.
Kayaking, Canoeing & Whitewater Rafting
Thrill seekers don’t need to stray far from the beaten path in The Bend when looking their…
Trails
Explore the scenic South Bend trails and outdoor attractions! Enjoy outdoor recreation at local…
Adult R&B Line Dance Class
Join our Adult R&B Line Dance Class every Wednesday from 7–10 PM! Learn smooth and soulful…
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks Raclin Gallery of Notre Dame History December 7, 2024…
DanceSport101: Beginner Ballroom Dance Class
💃 DanceSport 101 – Beginner Ballroom, Latin & Swing 💫 Ready to step onto the dance floor…
Fire Arts 2025 Annual Resident Artist Holiday Show
Fire Arts Inc. presents its Annual Holiday Show and Sale featuring art work created by all the Fire…
Fitness Bootcamp
Get moving every Wednesday from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Howard Park! Fitness Bootcamp features…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - July 12, 2026 This year marks 50 years since the…
Latin Wednesday
Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue & More. Beginner's lesson of 30 minutes @7 PM, followed by open…
Notre Dame Women's Basketball vs. Akron
Join Notre Dame Women's Basketball as they host Akron at Purcell Pavilion.
Pinhook Painters
Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from…
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…
Theresa Caputo: The Experience Live
For over a decade, Theresa Caputo, known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Mass hysteria consumes the town of Salem, Massachusetts amidst the witch trials of 1692 while…
Extreme Bar Bingo Night at King’s Play Café!
Extreme Bar Bingo Night at King’s Play Café! Get ready for a wild night of laughter, competition…
Faculty-Student Interdisciplinary Dialogue: Calculating Medieval Religious Women
Join the Medieval Institute for a Faculty-Student dialogue between Associate Professor and MI…
Renaissance Quartet
Presenting Series Last season, violinist Randall Goosby carried a sold-out audience to the highest…
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
Swan Lake
Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet, Swan Lake , presented by Classical Arts Entertainment…
The Handmaiden (2016)
Learning Beyond the Classics: Voicing Intergenerational Trauma in Postwar Korea and Japan through…
The Sweet Hereafter (1997)
MFA Students Pick Some Films for Us to Watch Directed by Atom Egoyan With Ian Holm, Maury Chaykin…
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…
Notre Dame Hockey vs. Michigan State
Join Notre Dame Hockey as they host Michigan State at Compton Family Ice Arena.
Ontologics w/ guests Stay Nameless & pendle
ONTOLOGICS is an experimental, multi-instrumentalist duo that has been recognized for fusing genres…
The Mastermind (2025)
Event Dates Friday, November 14, 2025 - 9:30 PM Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 6:30 PM New at the…
The Spanish Tragedy at The Well Coffee House
Don Andrea will see his revenge — from beyond the grave. Following his dishonorable demise in battle…
The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Classics in the Browning Directed by Norman Jewison With Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, Paul Burke…
Cheers Bar and Grill Comedy Night
Sam Rager offers audiences a charmingly dark perspective. She skillfully weaves jokes from tragedy…
Fall 2025 South Bend Artisan Market
Mark your calendar and grab your friends for the Fall 2025 South Bend Artisan Market at the Century…
Fischoff’s Stories & Music with Verona Quartet
Verona Quartet performs an interactive musical retelling of David Shannon’s "A Bad Case of Stripes"…
Holiday Craft Fair
Get into the festive spirit at our curated Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, November 15th from 9:00…
Hudson Hawk (1991)
Classics in the Browning Directed by Michael Lehmann With Bruce Wilis, Danny Aiello, Andie MacDowell…
Notre Dame Hockey vs. Michigan State
Join Notre Dame Hockey as they host Michigan State at Compton Family Ice Arena.
Taste of New Orleans Dinner and Jazz Show
🎷 Taste of New Orleans Night at Chicory Café South Bend! 🎺 Experience the soul of New Orleans…
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - South Bend, IN
North America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in…
The Met Opera Live in HD: La Bohème (Puccini)
The Met Opera Live in HD 210 minutes (2 intermissions) Encore With its enchanting setting and…
Yoga in the Greenhouse at Potawatomi Conservatories
Surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful plants, you’ll practice yoga the iconic Potawatomi…
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…
Rififi (1955)
Classics in the Browning Directed by Jules Dassin With Jean Servais, Robert Hossein, Magali Noël Not…
The Great Muppet Caper (1981)
Professor Pfinklepfunder's $1 Sunday Films Directed by Jim Henson With Charles Grodin, Diana Rigg…
“Magnificat: Lifting up the lowly”
Presenting Series "Magnificat: Lifting Up the Lowly" is a concert program weaving together the…
Irish Music Session
Join us every Monday as local musicians gather 'round the Hearth to play traditional Irish music.
November Green Drinks - Eco Owl Press
Join us Tuesday, November 18th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. as we visit Eco Owl Press at 626 Portage…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!
"John Proctor Is the Villain"
Dates: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 7:30 PM Friday, November…
An Evening of Music & Poetry with Tanner Olson and Blake Flattley
A whimsical, fun, and inspiring evening of music, poetry & stories with Blake Flattley…
Blind Wine Tasting
Prepare your taste buds for an evening of sensory delight at our Blind Wine Tasting Challenge! Join…
Notre Dame Men's Basketball vs. Bellarmine
Join Notre Dame Men's Basketball as they host Bellarmine at Purcell Pavilion.
Speaker Series: Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes
The five Great Lakes make up the largest expanse of freshwater on earth. They are also five of the…
