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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.

5 Fun Outdoor Winter Activities

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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Cozy Dining

Barnaby's South Bend

Indulge in our great-tasting pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and more. We take pride in the quality of…

Fiddler's Hearth

Carry out, curbside pick up, delivery, indoor and al fresco dining available. Failte! Gaelic for…

O'Rourkes Public House

O’Rourke’s Public House is the place to go for great food, great drinks, and great fun. Stop in for…

Chicory Cafe

Fresh homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked pastas in a comfy setting. A full bar featuring…

Chicory Cafe of Mishawaka

A French Quarter Style Coffee House with Cajun New Orleans favorite dishes, vegetarian dishes, baked…

Cafe Navarre

The style of food offered by Café Navarre includes French, Italian and Spanish. Cuisine…

LaSalle Grill

A fine dining AAA Four Diamond award-wining establishment committed to providing guests with…

The General Deli & Cafe

Located on the East Bank in the old General Store, the General Deli & Cafe is a comfy and casual…

Ironhand Vineyard

IRONHAND Vineyard is a small boutique winery (~4000 bottles/year) that embraces explorer Henri de…

Roselily

Roselily is an an elevated yet approachable addition to the South Bend dining scene. Our mission is…

Doc Pierce's Restaurant

Doc. Pierce’s Restaurant serves up quality American cuisine in the heart of historic downtown…

The View Tavern

Voted as having the Best Burger in Northern Indiana, The View Tavern is a 21 and over establishment…

Moser's Austrian Cafe

Traditional Austrian and German cuisine including schnitzel and spaetzle served in a cozy space with…

Fatbird

A welcoming restaurant exploring the experience of the contemporary South. Offers gluten-free and…

Rohr's

The re-imagined Rohr’s is a modern tavern – a casual, warm gathering place with a focus on…

The Exchange Whiskey Bar

Opening July 6. The Exchange Whiskey Bar and The Vault Banquet room are both located on the ground…

Sidebar South Bend

Discover a refined escape nestled in the heart of South Bend. Sip and bite meticulously crafted…

Java Cafe

Organic fair-trade coffee and tea. Breakfast & lunch menu. Freshly baked pastries. Outdoor patio…

JC's Coal Oven Pizza Co.

Casual pizzeria offering coal-fired pies, plus comfort food, beer, and wine, in a dog-friendly spot.

Outdoor Recreation

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…

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Events Around The Bend

Niles Scream Park Nov 08

Niles Scream Park

The Niles Scream Park is not just scary, it is considered by many to be one of the top haunted…

Fitness Bootcamp Nov 12

Fitness Bootcamp

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

Latin Wednesday Nov 12

Latin Wednesday

Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue & More. Beginner's lesson of 30 minutes @7 PM, followed by open…

Pinhook Painters Nov 12

Pinhook Painters

Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from…