Winter in South Bend & Mishawaka, Indiana
Around here, the action doesn't stop when the cold temps set in. Whether ice skating, cheering on the Irish, exploring a unique museum, or savoring the flavors of our local dining scene, you can expect the pleasantly unexpected this time of year around The Bend. Is it time to travel outside the typical? Give your routine a rest and read on for inspiration to Bend Your Rules this season and beyond.
Where to Ice Skate in South Bend & Mishawaka
Without a doubt, one of the most fun things about winter around The Bend is the return of ice skating. Putting on skates and gliding across the ice is a well-loved local tradition…
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5 Fun Outdoor Winter Activities in South Bend & Mishawaka
Think you can't enjoy the outdoors as the temperatures drop and snowflakes fly? Think again. Lace up your boots, zip up that coat, and pull on some gloves before heading…
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Rejuvenate with a Wellness Weekend in The Bend
Sometimes we need to put the bustle and stress of everyday life behind us for a few days. Plan a wellness retreat to The Bend and you'll emerge rejuvenated. 3 Can't-Miss…
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Polish Heritage & Culture in South Bend
South Bend’s Polish heritage is woven into the city’s identity, bringing generations of tradition, flavor and community pride to life. Long-standing neighborhoods…
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Fine Dining
Cafe Navarre
The style of food offered by Café Navarre includes French, Italian and Spanish. Cuisine…
Cascade Prime Steak & Seafood
Cascade presents a modern steakhouse experience with classic steakhouse fare. The chef-driven menu…
LaSalle Grill
A fine dining AAA Four Diamond award-wining establishment committed to providing guests with…
Roselily
Roselily is an an elevated yet approachable addition to the South Bend dining scene. Our mission is…
Copper Rock Steakhouse
Perfectly Aged Steaks. Award Winning Wines Savor a USDA Prime 42-day dry aged steak, succulent cold…
Ruth's Chris Steak House
We are open for dine in but still offering curbside takeaway and delivery options if you prefer to…
Brasserie 23
Bonjour, bienvenue! Allow us to introduce you to Brasserie 23: A locally owned restaurant…
Capri Italian Restaurant Granger
Capri Italian Restaurant is your little piece of Italy, specializing in elegant fine-dining, is sure…
Corndance Tavern
Our food is carefully thought out, from our local farm, to the artfully crafted creation you will…
Winter Sports
Women's Basketball
Recognized as one of the top women’s basketball programs in the country, Notre Dame routinely…
Men's Basketball
Notre Dame men’s basketball is known for its winning ways with a couple recent appearances in…
Hockey
South Bend is known as a hockey town and Notre Dame’s team is a big reason why. Considered one…
Football
If you don’t know anything else about The Bend, there’s a pretty good chance you know…
Explore Museums
Indiana Dinosaur Museum
Stepping into the Indiana Dinosaur Museum is to go back through 1.9 billion years of history…
The History Museum and Oliver Mansion
The History Museum's mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, exhibit and teach the heritage of…
Studebaker National Museum
The Studebaker National Museum is a state-of-the-art, 55,000-square-foot facility that opened in…
What to Do with Kids in The Bend this Winter
If you're looking to get the family out of the house this winter, we have some ideas for how to do so. Kid friendly activities are around every corner. Ice Skating Winter…
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Where to Find Winter Outdoor Dining
Patio season isn't over just yet. As temperatures drop during fall and into winter, restaurants around The Bend are getting creative when it comes to outdoor seating. Igloos…
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Try The Bend's Best Winter Cocktails
It's official — cozy season is here. And that doesn't just mean crackling fires and warm sweaters. Order one of these winter cocktails at bars and restaurants…
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Things to Do this February in South Bend & Mishawaka
We're heading into the heart of winter. February means we're one step closer to spring, but there are plenty of things to check off your winter to-do list before the big…
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Events Around The Bend
"Guilty Pleasures" by Ken Levine
March StageWorks Staged Reading at Acting Ensemble! Two sets of couples find no better place to…
2026 Scholastic Art Awards
Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition February 6–April 13, 2026 Celebrate the creativity of…
Dervis Can Vural: Fields, Flows and Fracture
Fire Arts Inc. invites the public to a truly unique exhibit by clay artist Dervis Can Vural…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - July 12, 2026 This year marks 50 years since the…
Michiana Science Cafe
Michiana Science Cafe is held on the third Tuesday of every month at Chicory Cafe, South Bend. Each…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!
Rockne: Life & Legacy
Knute Rockne is one of the most iconic of all the great legends who coached or played on Notre…
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
South Bend Scavenger Hunt: Rollin' Round The Bend
Welcome to the South Bend, Indiana scavenger hunt! Get ready for a thrilling adventure through 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…
Will Liverman GRAMMY® Award-winning baritone
Make Them Hear You: A Journey of Voice and Spirit GRAMMY® Award-winning baritone , Will Liverman…
Fitness Bootcamp
Get moving every Wednesday from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Howard Park! Fitness Bootcamp features…
Insights in History: "Knute Rockne and a Century of Champions"
On the date that marks the 138th birthday of Knute Rockne, WNDU news anchor and reporter Tricia…
Latin Wednesday
Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue & More. Beginner's lesson of 30 minutes @7 PM, followed by open…
Notre Dame Men's Basketball vs. Stanford
Join Notre Dame Men's basketball as they host Stanford at Purcell Pavilion.
Pinhook Painters
Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from…
Sisters with Transistors (2020)
Directed by Lisa Rovner With Narration by Laurie Anderson Not Rated, 96 minutes "Sisters with…
The Music Village Community Jam
Enjoy acoustic jams with The Music Village Community Jammers, every Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM at…
Trivia at Manny's!
Manny's is teaming up with Indiana Trivia to bring the best round of trivia you can find in the East…
An Enduring Habit: Lay Death and Burial in Religious Clothing
Join the University of Notre Dame's Medieval Institute for another fascinating lecture! Dr. Kirsten…
Black Girl (1966)
Thursday, March 5, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:35 PM Learning Beyond the Classics: Grand Dames Directed by…
Brews & Bingo at Round Barn Brewery & Public House
Get ready for an evening of craft beer, laughter, and captivating bingo fun! Bring your friends, sip…
Hailey Kadolph Exhibition
The Ivy Tech South Bend Art Gallery is proud to present the illustrative work of Hailey Kadolph. As…
MJT the Band w/ special guests Rebel Noire & the Accomplices
MJT is a musical force of nature and long-time fixture of Long Island's live music scene. The…
Oscar® Nominated Shorts: Animated (2025)
Rated PG-13, 93 minutes The Three Sisters by Konstantin Bronzit Forevergreen by Nathan Engelhardt…
Oscar® Nominated Shorts: Documentary (2025)
Rated R, 157 minutes Perfectly A Strangeness by Alison McAlpine The Devil Is Busy by Christalyn…
Xtreme Bar Bingo
Get ready for a night you won't forget! King's Play Cafe is turning up the energy with Xtreme Bar…
Barrel & Bloom: International Women's Day Event at Round Barn Winery & Estate
Celebrate the strength, creativity, and accomplishments of women at Barrel & Bloom, a special…
Darryl Buchanan's 1st Saturday Live
Join us for a dynamic evening of Soul & R&B classics with your host veteran former world…
Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling
Center Stage Entertainment brings to you the Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling! As we are one of the…
Game Night
Join us for game night! We’ll have lots of board games, coffee, and pastries for you to enjoy. Quad…
Micky Dolenz - 60 Years of the Monkees
Micky Dolenz is an actor, singer, director, producer, writer, radio DJ, inventor, and all-around…
Mustache Bash
ALOHA! Mustache Bash is BACK! Get ready to shave, grow, and celebrate island-style for a great…
Oscar® Nominated Shorts: Live-Action (2025)
Rated R, 120 minutes The Singers by Sam A. Davis and Jack Piatt A Friend Of Dorothy by Lee Knight…
Sippin' Strings with Dan Fester at Round Barn Winery & Estate
Round Barn comes alive with the sounds of local, solo artists during the Sippin' Strings Saturdays…
Spring Artisan Market
Get ready! The Spring 2026 South Bend Artisan Market is coming to the Century Center in downtown…
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - South Bend, IN
North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you…
Yoga in the Greenhouse at Potawatomi Conservatories
Surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful plants, you’ll practice yoga the iconic Potawatomi…
Zoo Winter Days 2026
The Zoo is open every Saturday and Sunday from January 3 through March 15 from 11 am to 4 pm for…
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…
Cool Runnings (1993)
Directed by Jon Turteltaub With Leon, John Candy, Doug E. Doug Rated PG, 98 minutes In English and…
Life as the Notre Dame Leprechaun
At “Life as the Notre Dame Leprechaun,” bestselling children’s author Mike Brown shares his journey…
Irish Music Session
Join us every Monday as local musicians gather 'round the Hearth to play traditional Irish music.
The Music of Hans Zimmer Performed by the Lords of the Sound Orchestra
The internationally acclaimed Ukrainian symphony orchestra Lords of the Sound is set to make its…
Performing Media Festival: Opening Concert
The Performing Media Festival is an annual showcase of audio-visual performance works where artists…
An Evening With TOTO
Following this past Summer’s tour with Christopher Cross and Men At Work, Toto will stage a tour…
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical March 13-21 Battell Center 904 N. Main Street, Mishawaka Directed…
Karaoke at the Douglas
🎤 Karaoke Night – Every Other Friday! 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable evening of music…
Michiana Home Show
Welcome to Home Show Michiana, the premier home improvement and remodeling event in South Bend…
MRS. DOUBTFIRE
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to South Bend in this internationally acclaimed hit…