Things To Do in The Bend
As the saying goes, there's a little something for everyone around here. That's not simply a cliché — it's the truth. From can't-miss exhibits and heart-stopping outdoor adventures in South Bend to serene walks along the St. Joseph River in Mishawaka, there are endless options when it comes to planning your itinerary.
Take a look for yourself at some of the memories you can make while visiting The Bend.
Notre Dame
Find out everything you need to know – from restaurants to tours of iconic…
Outdoors & Recreation
Eager to get outside and explore? The Bend is home to dozens of outdoor spaces for…
Attractions
Surprises around every museum corner. Serenity in the quiet of expansive…
Arts, Entertainment & Culture
Colorful River Lights dancing across the water. The wonder of a violin expertly…
Shopping
The surge of adrenaline when you find a great deal. A warm coffee in…
Nightlife
Nightfall is no reason to wrap up your day of adventure in The Bend. Take a look at…
What’s Happening Now
55th Annual Potato Creek & Lions Strawberry Festival
Arts & Crafts! Live entertainment! Food & Fun for everyone!
AirPitch 3V3 @ HTP
1 of a kind, single day 3v3 soccer tournament with AirPitch.
Annika Pollock Presents: Longing a Recital for Clarinet
Annika Pollock Presents: Longing, a recital for clarinet. Featuring works by Amanda Harberg…
Boutique Garage Sale
The Ali Team's Ultimate Boutique Garage Sale! Closets Cleaned. Racks Full. Deals Unbelievable!…
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks Raclin Gallery of Notre Dame History December 7, 2024…
Downtown South Bend YMCA 1-Year Anniversary
Celebrate one year of wellness, connection, and community at the Downtown South Bend YMCA! From June…
Father's Day Weekend Corn Hole Workshop
Just in time for Father's Day Weekend! Come create your own personal corn hole set that he will…
Flora and Fauna: Mark Ghyselinck CSC and Julie Neises
Fire Arts invites the public to an exhibit by Impressionist artist Mark Ghyselinck CSC, and sculptor…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - December 31, 2025 This year marks 50 years since…
GATE Charity Banquet
GATE Charity Banquet is a nonprofit event hosted at Aloft South Bend to raise money for transgender…
Leeper Park Art Fair
The 58th annual Leeper Park Art Fair will bring over 80 fine artists to South Bend Father's Day…
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses June 22, 2024 – August 10, 2025 Changing Gallery…
Michiana Hotwheelers Collectors Club
The Michiana Hot Wheelers Collectors Club is a die cast collector's club whose main goal is to have…
Movies at the Morris: Wicked Sing-Along
Join us for the second annual Movies at the Morris, where this summer’s theme is all about singing…
Portage Farm Stands Farmer's Market
Portage Farm Stands (PFS) is our neighborhood farmers’ market and has been operating in the parking…