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Fusion Fest

South Bend Fusion Fest is happening this September! The two-day festival will be filled with food vendors, music, demonstrations, and artisans from every region of the world. Fusion Fest will take over the entirety of Howard Park and surrounding streets and will be separated into global regions with stages and vendors located at each corresponding [...]

“The Exploration of…” with Willie Hilton

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Join the Equity in the Arts program in a 90-minute workshop titled “The Exploration of…” based on structured improvisation with Willie Hinton. Mr. Hinton is on the staff at City Ballet of Raleigh, Graceful Expressions Dance Education, and the School of the Carolina Ballet. Live […]

Riverview Art & Open Mic Night (21+)

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 21+ Join us for an evening of creativity, collaboration, and community at Riverview Art & Open Mic Night at the Raclin Murphy Encore Center from 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Raclin Murphy Encore Center (Second Floor). This welcoming open jam session is open to the public and […]

South Bend High School Music Festival

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Over 250 students from the bands, choirs, orchestras, and jazz ensembles from Adams, Riley, and Washington high schools, will perform for the second annual High School Music Fest at the Morris on March 31, at 7:00pm. This event is free and open to the public. […]

“Feeling Blue” African American Fashion Art Exhibit

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Sponsored by the Equity in the Arts program, “Feeling Blue,” a fashion art exhibit, will open on February 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Equity in the Arts Gallery in the Raclin Murphy Encore Center. From the artist: "I crafted this ''Feeling Blue'' theme during a personal low point, […]

Parent’s Night Out

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 4-10 💘 PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT – VALENTINE’S WEEKEND EDITION! 💘 Got a hot date for Valentine’s Day weekend? Dreaming of Restaurant Week with your special someone… without crayons on the table and chicken nuggets to-go? We’ve got you covered! Drop the kids off at Howard Park – South Bend Kids ages 4–10 […]

Pinhook Painters 2026 Session 1

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Pinhook Painters welcomes artists of all abilities and mediums for studio time each Wednesday from 9:30 am – 12 pm. Artists pursue their own work in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Tables and chairs are provided, artists supply their own art materials and table cover.

Beginner’s Watercolor

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Discover your artistic side with Cheryl who teaches this beginner level watercolor class. Historical renditions of old style cottages, birds, and bees will be among the projects. You will learn the basics of paint, paper, brushes, and strokework. This class will not only teach you […]

Intermediate Watercolor

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Fresh start to a new year! Discover your artistic side with Cheryl who teaches this intermediate level watercolor class. This class focuses on more advanced brush work and painting styles. The instructor will highlight projects that haven't been taught before following fresh new spring themed paintings. Join […]

STEAM Lab

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Tinker, create, and build something new each month at Howard Park with the learning activities presented by the St. Joe County Public Library. Kiddos can enjoy snacks and refreshments while creating and building something each month, Saturday mornings, free to attend!

Seitz Park Concert Series

Join us for the Seitz Park Concert Series 2026, happening from June to September, from 3-5 PM on Sundays and 6-8 PM on First Fridays. Enjoy a variety of live performances, featuring everything from classic rock and soul to Latin music and more. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or just looking for a fun evening […]

South Bend Sole Art Competition

Accepting Applications from April 13th - April 29th Join us on May 1st, 2026, as part of DTSB First Fridays for the 3rd South Bend Sole Art Competition, a creative showdown for middle and high school students. Participants will have one hour to transform a high-top canvas sneaker using materials provided by Venues, Parks & Arts. [...]

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