Attractions
Surprises around every museum corner. Serenity in the quiet of expansive gardens. The delight of seeing chocolate made fresh. Explore the various fun-filled attractions in the area.
Top Attractions
A popular place for families, Potawatomi Zoo is home to more than 400 animals. They include a rhino, tigers, a lion and more. Construction is underway on an exciting new giraffe exhibit.
South Bend's Museum District has multiple interesting places to visit: Studebaker National Museum, The History Museum and the Civil Rights Heritage Center. Studebaker leans into automotive history and draws visitors from around the world. The History Museum dives deep into the history of our region while the Civil Rights Heritage Center is committed to educating on historical and contemporary issues of social justice and civil rights.
Outdoor Recreation
If you're inclined to visit the outdoors, there are plenty of open spaces to explore around The Bend. Howard Park and the River Lights are notable in downtown South Bend. During the summer, the East Race Waterway is popular with adventure seekers. Same goes for Rum Village Adventures, an aerial ropes course that takes you over obstacles as high as 60 feet in the air. The Mishawaka River Walk's paved paths are one of the best ways to explore the St. Joseph River and several different parks. Potato Creek State Park is one of the most popular parks in Indiana.
Live Performances
Attending live performances is a staple in The Bend, whether it's a local band or national touring act. The Morris Performing Arts Center brings in large music and off Broadway performances. Nearby, the South Bend Civic Theatre is a vibrant community offering. Live music dots the calendar in Mishawaka most nights, especially during the summer.
Events
1950s African American Worker's Home
1950s African American Worker’s Home Opening November 9, 2023 Stories of our community’s African…
Fantastic Facial Hair
Fantastic Facial Hair July 20, 2024 – April 13, 2025 Link Hallway Beards, mustaches, and other…
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses June 22, 2024 – August 10, 2025 Changing Gallery…
Mishawaka Market
The Mishawaka Market is a vibrant outdoor marketplace where local vendors come together to offer…
RESIST!
RESIST! May 17– October 13, 2024 On May 17, 1924, University of Notre Dame students led…
Space Jam (1996)
If he actually said never to work with kids or animals, W.C. Fields would likely extend that advice…
The Magnificent Seven (1960)
This Western version of Akira Kurosawa's The Seven Samurai pulls much from the source material…
West Side Church of Christ Annual Craft Show
West Side Church of Christ Annual Craft Show. Nov 2,2024. 8:30-2:30 Bring the family for a…
Irish Music Session
Join us every Monday as local musicians gather 'round the Hearth to play traditional Irish music.
New Fall Classes at Fire Arts Inc.
GOOD MORNING CLAY - Clay Fundamentals for Early Birds, with Elisabeth Simeri Thursday mornings…
Point to Point: How Graphic Designers and Illustrators Creatively Connect Ideas
You don't need to go to an art gallery to see the work of graphic designers and illustrators. It's…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Cure (1997)
Kiyoshi Kurosawa's spellbinding international breakthrough established him as one of the leaders of…
Fire Arts 7th Annual Juried Show 2023:Vernal Reawakening
As time passes and life seems to emerge from a cold darkness, there is a sense of hope. A…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!