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…
Cultivating Place Live: An Evening with Author Jennifer Jewell
Plants have superpowers, and the lessons we learn while caring for them transcend the soil. This…
Cultivating Place Live: An Evening with Author Jennifer Jewell
Plants have superpowers, and the lessons we learn while caring for them transcend the soil. This…
Cultivating Place Live: An Evening with Author Jennifer Jewell
Plants have superpowers, and the lessons we learn while caring for them transcend the soil. This…
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…
Fire Arts 8th Annual Juried Show 2024:Flights of Fancy: Art Work from a Whimsical Perspective
Fire Arts 8th Annual Juried Show 2024: Flights of Fancy: Art Work from a Whimsical Perspective Fire…
Fox Royale w/ special guests The Weekend Run Club
Fox Royale make anthemic, jangly indie-rock with a similar energy to acts like Cage the Elephant and…
Indiana Lore
Indiana Lore June 3, 2023 – May 12, 2024 Changing Gallery Larger-than-life legends and…
Jackie Carlson: Retrospective
Fire Arts Inc. invites the public to an exhibit by multimedia artist Jackie Carlson. Her…
Performing Media Festival 2024 [PMF~2024]
Now in its 8th year, the Performing Media Festival [PMF~] is an annual showcase of audio-visual…
Turning Point: The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863
Turning Point: The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 July 1, 2023 – July 7, 2024 Carroll Gallery This…
Undesign the Redline
Undesign the Redline December 9, 2023-July 14, 2024 Link Hallway Redlining was a practice used to…
2024 Community Easter Party
Dance performance. Sing along. Egg hunt, snacks, craft, bingo with prizes, & the Easter Bunny!…
Jez Movie Premiere
JEZ Red Carpet Premiere Join us for an exciting night of glitz and glamour at the Morris Performing…
Renesito Avich - Indiana Intimate Concert
Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies as the stage comes alive for the very first time, offering…