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08/20/2024

Step back in time at the Michiana Renaissance Festival!🎭✨ Head to the St. Joe County 4H Fairgrounds August 24-25 for a weekend filled with medieval magic, pirate adventures, Viking tales, and fairytale fun! 🏰⚔️👑

Come one! Come all to the 12th Annual Michiana Renaissance Festival, located on St. Joe County 4H Fairgrounds, South Bend, IN. Each day is filled with fun and educational things to see and do for the whole family! The Michiana Renaissance Festival has 4...

08/19/2024

These university views are waiting for you 🍃📖 Back to school here we come!

08/16/2024

Seeking a summer thrill? Raft the East Race Waterway! 🌊 There are just a few weekends left for this can't miss experience. 🛶

08/15/2024

Why not get away for a few days? Hayrides, pumpkin patches, zoo visits — The Bend has it all this fall.🍂 https://bit.ly/3yELkAP

08/14/2024

Take a stroll through the charming town of New Carlisle with a Beer and Wine Walk! 🍺🍷 Get your tickets for an evening of fun on August 24.

Indulge in an extraordinary experience as Discover New Carlisle, Inc. presents the highly anticipated Beer & Wine Walk! This remarkable event transforms our charming downtown into a haven for beer and wine enthusiasts. As you embark on this delightful journey, the doors of our local businesses s...

08/13/2024

Ready for a legendary kind of weekend? There's nothing quite gameday at Notre Dame.☘️🏈 https://bit.ly/3WWMLUt

08/12/2024

Want to introduce your kiddos to the magic of theatre? Get tickets to Bluey's Big Play at the Morris Performing Art Center on August 20th!

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey's Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adapta...

08/09/2024

Near Northwest is so charming you have to experience it for yourself! Grab your next favorite read at Brain Lair then stop by The Local Cup, a pay-it-forward café. ☕📖 Finish your day with some unique finds at The Botany Shop and The Portage Collective.🪴

08/07/2024

Looking for free fun for the whole family? The 40th annual Osceola Music Festival is back August 9-10!

The Osceola Business Association is proud to announce the 40th ANNUAL OSCEOLA MUSIC FESTIVAL! Held at Fern Hunsberger Park, Osceola, Indiana August 9, 10, and 11, 2024. This is a FAMILY-FRIENDLY FESTIVAL and admission is FREE!

08/06/2024

Art Beat is THIS SATURDAY! Head to downtown South Bend to experience streets filled with visual, performing, and culinary arts. https://www.visitsouthbend.com/event/art-beat/6001/

08/05/2024

Why not add some fun to your August to-do list? 📝 Here are 6 things to check off in The Bend.

Don't let summer slip by without checking things off your South Bend and Mishawaka to-do list. From the thrill of whitewater rafting in downtown South Bend to art festivals, put these six things on your August to-do list.

08/02/2024

Have you discovered South Bend’s Craft Beer Scene? 🍺 Explore local breweries and unwind over a pint.

Discover the craft beer movement in South Bend. Visit local breweries to unwind over a pint. A must-visit for any beer enthusiast.

08/01/2024

Grab your tube and get ready for Slide the Hill! Experience the thrill of sliding down custom-made 300' slip-n-slides at George Wilson Park on August 9-12. Pre-registration required.

Join Mishawaka Parks on August 9-12 for "Slide the Hill" at George Wilson Park featuring four custom-made, commercial grade, 300' inflatable slip-n-slides down the tubing hills. In an effort to control crowd size, reduce line wait times, ease traffic an...

07/31/2024

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07/30/2024

Get ready to serve up some pickleball fun at the Mishawaka Midwest Open! 🏓
Compete for $19,200 in prizes from October 25-27. Open and amateur divisions available. Register now!

Pickleball Tournament in MISHAWAKA, Indiana. Register at PickleballBrackets.com

07/29/2024

A free movie at the Morris? Sign us up! 🎞️ Grab your tickets to see Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom on August 2nd. 🎟️

Movies at the Morris Presents: “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 7:00 pm. Tickets are required for this free event. The story follows Indiana Jones journeying through India to recover a sacred stone stolen from a small...

07/26/2024

We're counting down the days until Art Beat 2024! Stroll the streets of downtown South Bend on August 10 for this free, family-friendly event to see the hand-crafted work of local artists.

Join us for the largest annual event in downtown South Bend, where the streets of downtown are filled with performing, visual, and culinary artists, for a day-long celebration of our local artists!

07/25/2024

Looking for free summer fun? Check out Mishawaka Parks Summer Concert Series! Enjoy live music every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Join the Mishawaka Parks Department for our annual Summer Concert Series! Thursday Concerts: Central Park from 6:00 -8:00PM All concerts are FREE to attend, family-friendly, and feature local artists. Bands: 06/06 - Hideous Business 06/13 - Zero 06/20 -...

07/24/2024

Have tickets to the South Bend Cubs? Here are 10 places to eat and drink after the game ⚾

Find the best places to get a bite to eat or a refreshing drink before a South Bend Cubs Game at the Four Winds Field and enjoy local taverns and grills.

07/23/2024

This is your sign to head to Hometown Days this weekend! A New Carlisle favorite, Hometown Days is a longstanding summer festival tradition with fun for the whole family.

Founded in 2005, Hometown Days is a continuation of the longstanding summer festival tradition in New Carlisle. The event provides a weekend of family-friendly fun and is a vital venue for the fundraising efforts of many community organizations. The act...

07/19/2024

Taking a summer tour of the University of Notre Dame? Be sure to stop by these iconic landmarks and soak in the breathtaking architecture, history and tradition.

The campus of the University of Notre Dame is full of unique and iconic attractions. Discover the architecture and history of these campus landmarks.

07/18/2024

Looking for the perfect way to spend your summer weekend? Browse fresh produce, artisanal crafts and local flavors at a farmers market! 🌻🍓

One of the best ways to experience local flavor in any area is by visiting a farmers market. Local vendors line up with fresh vegetables, locally grown flowers, coffee and more. Here’s a guide to our biggest farmers markets.

07/16/2024

When's the last time you adventured through Potato Creek State Park? 🏕️ Camp, kayak, hike or bike in this serene getaway just 20 minutes from South Bend!

Catch a breath of fresh air at Potato Creek State Park. You can find the best-known birding site, popular fishing spots and biking trails of every kind.

07/15/2024

Don't miss Plant Pride on July 20! 🪴 Part block party, part maker market, part music festival and plant fair, this event is a celebration of the many ways plants inspire us and bring us closer together.

Plant Pride is a one-day event celebrating the anniversary of The Botany Shop. Part block party, part maker market, part music festival and plant faire, this event is a celebration of the many ways plants inspire us and bring us closer together. 2024 wi...

07/12/2024

Explore The Bend's top outdoor dining spots this summer! 🌞 From charming patios to delicious meals, discover where to soak up the summer vibes. 🍹🍴
https://www.visitsouthbend.com/restaurants/outdoor-seating/

Enjoy patio season at South Bend Mishawaka's best outdoor dining spots. Get riverside views, rooftop vibes and alfresco dining experiences.

07/10/2024

Who says you can't step back in time? See 1.9 billion years of natural history at the Indiana Dinosaur Museum! 🦕

Find out more ➡️ https://www.visitsouthbend.com/things-to-do/attractions/indiana-dinosaur-museum/

07/09/2024

Experience Notre Dame welcomes elite international club soccer competition when England’s Chelsea FC and Scotland’s Celtic FC face off on Saturday July 27, 2024, at Notre Dame Stadium. Get your tickets today! https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0500606F131780E4?CAMEFROM=CFC_NOTRE_DAME_SOCIAL_VSBSOCIAL_SOCCER072724

07/08/2024

Checking off our summer bucket list one giraffe feeding at a time ✔️
Plan your visit to the Potawatomi Zoo ➡️ https://www.visitsouthbend.com/things-to-do/attractions/potawatomi-zoo/

07/05/2024

Gear up and grab your tickets for d’Elegance at Copshaholm! Enjoy the premier celebration of automotive design and styling in northern Indiana on July 13 at the Studebaker National Museum.

The Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm co-presented by The JBS Collection & LaVine Restorations is the premier celebration of automotive design and styling in northern Indiana. Join us for a one-day event filled with programming for all ages and a selection of unique and rare vehicles of many m...

07/03/2024

Have you rafted through the heart of downtown South Bend? Make this summer one to remember with a day pass to the East Race Waterway!

Discover the thrill of whitewater rafting at East Race Waterway. Get rafting details, history, and what to expect. Book your visit today!