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…
Fall Weekend Getaway in South Bend & Mishawaka
Here are some of the best things to do and places to stay during a fall getaway near South Bend and Mishawaka.
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Things To Do With Kids
Many of our attractions feature something designed specifically for kids or, even better, are totally kid-centric. Sports fans, animal lovers, chocolate enthusiasts or adventure seekers…
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Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in South Bend & Mishawaka
What’s better than a lazy Sunday brunch with your dog at your feet? There are many places…
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…
Seven Things To Do This Fall With Your Dog
GO FOR A WALK: The Bend is full of gorgeous walking trails from downtown all the way to Potato Creek…
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks Raclin Gallery of Notre Dame History December 7, 2024…
Cousin Curtiss w/ special guest Clayton Ryan
Cousin Curtiss brings to the stage a fiery dynamic rarely seen by a solo act and now partnered up…
Dora Natella Retrospective
Fire Arts Inc. invites the public to a retrospective sculpture exhibit of artist Dora Natella. The…
Exhibition opening — Federico Rodriguez: History | Culture | Imagination
South Bend’s Federico Rodriguez brings artworks that reimagines everyday objects, cultural symbols…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - July 12, 2026 This year marks 50 years since the…
Identikit (1975)
MFA Students Pick Some Films for Us to Watch Directed by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi With Elizabeth…
Irish Open - Powered by ND Pickleball Crew League
TOURNAMENT START: 9/18 @ 1pm Are you an ND alum, subway alum, parent, student, or fan? Then this…
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
St. Joseph Polish Roman Catholic Cemetery Tour
On a twilight tour of St. Joseph Polish Roman Catholic Cemetery, join Travis Childs The History…
Summer Thursdays
What are Summer Thursdays? Summer is short, so make the most of it by joining us on the rooftop on…
Tokyo Story (1953)
Learning Beyond the Classics: Voicing Intergenerational Trauma in Postwar Korea and Japan through…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Wood Floor Repair
Learn to repair and maintain vintage wood floors in your historic property. Led by preservation…
"Whispers" by Nancy Paulinski Becker
Next in AE's Gary Sieber Poets and Playwrights Series. “Whispers”, written by Nancy Paulinski…
Alumni Concert with Ketevan Kartvelishvili
Come hear pianist Ketevan Kartvelishvili perform at IU South Bend's Joshi Performance Hall! An alum…
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…
Fall Cruise-In Series | Gears & Grub
Join us Every Friday in September for a fun-filled evening featuring food trucks, show trucks, cars…
Football Fridays at the Eck presented by Guinness
Kick off your game weekend at Football Fridays at the Eck presented by Guinness, every Friday before…
Friday (1995)
Browning Live Scores Directed by F. Gary Gray With Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, Nia Long Rated R, 97…
Game Nights featuring Cornhole
Start your weekend off with some fun at Ironhand Wine Bar. We'll have our cornhole boards out for…
Give Love Away Album Release Concert
The Bergamot & Notre Dame Children's Choir: "Give Love Away" Album Release Concert Experience an…
Michiana Summer's End Music Festival 2025
South Bend Cubs presents Michiana Summer's End Music Festival Friday, September 19th! Ages | All…
Niles Scream Park
The Niles Scream Park is not just scary, it is considered by many to be one of the top haunted…
OldTime/Contra Dancing
Come out for an evening of dancing fun! No experience necessary, all ages welcome! We will be doing…
Rockne Bash
Join the University of Notre Dame for Rockne Bash at Notre Dame Stadium on September 19, the Friday…
The Alaya Project
Indian classical music meets contemporary jazz and funk. The Alaya Project is the essential bridge…
Whispers from the Past: Ghost Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step into the shadows of the Morris Performing Arts Center for Whispers from the Past, a one-hour…
Game Day Festivities: Medieval Combat featuring Theatrica Gladiatoria
Join the Medieval Institute for a thrilling tailgate before our dear Fighting Irish take on the…
Kölsch Fest
Join us in the Beer Garden for Kölsch Fest, a celebration of Round Barn Brewery’s flagship beer and…
Notre Dame Football vs. Purdue
The Fighting Irish host Purdue at Notre Dame Stadium. The Irish defeated the Boilermakers 66-7 in…
Orienteering Meet
Challenge your map and terrain reading skills as you walk the trails in search of flagged controls…
Polish Fest
Mark your calendars for Polish Fest 2025! Saturday September 20th from 2-6pm EST Live Music from the…
Portage Farm Stands Farmer's Market
Portage Farm Stands (PFS) is our neighborhood farmers’ market and has been operating in the parking…
Taylor Hanson DJ Set
Exclusive After Party! DJ Taylor Hanson live at Kankakee Live September 20 at 11:30pm! The party…
Whiskey Strings Fest
A celebration of music, whiskey, and bold new releases in the heart of wine country. Whiskey String…
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…
Cerus Quartet
Presenting Series Discover the fresh, captivating sound of the Cerus Quartet, a dynamic wind…
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…
Fahrenheit 451 (1966)
Films to Talk About Directed by François Truffaut With Oskar Werner, Julie Christie, Cyril Cusack…
Fischoff Double Gold Tour: Cerus Quartet
2025 Fischoff Competition Winds Gold Medal Winner Cerus Quartet returns to the Midwest for their…
Mishawaka Market
The Mishawaka Market is a vibrant outdoor marketplace where local vendors come together to offer…
Near Northwest Neighborhood Arts Café
Stroll or take a horse drawn wagon ride through the Near Northwest Neighborhood to enjoy the annual…
Paws & Whiskers: A Pet Friendly Market @ The Lot Next Door
Happening alongside the Near Northwest Neighborhood’s annual Arts Café celebration, this market is…
Sensory-Friendly Double Shorts Program
Professor Pfinklepfunder's $1 Sunday Films "White Mane" (1953) Directed by Albert Lamorisse With…
South Bend Brew Werks 11th Birthday Bash
We’re keeping the annual tradition alive! Covid put a pause on our birthday parties for a bit, but…
Beginning Pottery with Len Cockman
Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery Fire Arts In 305 E. Colfax Av South Bend, IN 46617 574 282 2787…
Irish Music Session
Join us every Monday as local musicians gather 'round the Hearth to play traditional Irish music.
September Samba Series Dance Class
✨ September Samba Series ✨ Join us at DanceSport Granger for a brand-new 4-week dance class series…
Double Feature: The Immigrant (1917) / Sherlock Jr. (1924)
Classics in the Browning The Immigrant (1917) Directed by Charlie Chaplin With Charlie Chaplin, Edna…
