Arts & Culture

Fit The Body Dance
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ Healthy friends, it's that time again! Tinia Scott is back in action and ready to bring excitement to your evening workouts. Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and let's dance our way to health, joy, and strength–together. Please note, there will be NO classes […]

Los Luna Band
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Latin music and dancing this October at our newest outdoor venue, Seitz Park. Tickets are available for 21+ and are $15.00 each. This includes entrance, live music performance by the band Los Luna, and one drink from the Outdoor Bar on site.

Trades Day Open House
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Join us for the 2nd Annual Trades Day collaboration between the Boys and Girls Club and Howard Park. Come out to explore hands on career opportunities outside of the traditional college path. Parents are welcome to join teens as they learn and network with skilled […]

Howard Park Literary Lounge
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ 📚 Welcome to the Howard Park Literary Lounge Fall 2025 Book Club Series Featured Book: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett Join us for a warm and enriching season of thoughtful conversation, shared stories, and literary exploration! The Howard Park Literary Lounge invites […]

Howard Park Fall Youth Club
All spots are taken. We are no longer accepting registrations. “Fun, Friends, and Fall Vibes” Ages: 5–17 Fall themed activities and snacks every month. September- Leaf it to Us- Sack Race, Scarecrow Tag, Fall Bracelets, Candy Corn Bingo, Cookies. October- Spooky & Sweet- Halloween STEM Fun, making Ghost Slime and Monster Masks. Costume Catwalk Contest! […]

STEAM Lab
All spots are taken. We are no longer accepting registrations. 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!

Watercolor with Cheryl
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Not your typical Watercolor Class. Discover your artistic side with Cheryl who teaches this intermediate level watercolor class this fall. As you follow along with the session course you will see holiday themed pieces and make something magical to take home this winter.

Seitz Park Concert Series
Join us for the Seitz Park Concert Series 2025, happening from July to September, from 6-8 PM on Thursdays and 3-5 PM on Sunday. 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 out, […]

Watercolor Class
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Discover the art of watercolor painting at Rum Village Nature Center! All materials will be supplied for you. The class fee is $20 per person, which should be paid directly to the instructor at the beginning of the class. Join Roy and Peggy Hruska as […]

Garden Club- Fall and Winter
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ Your questions about horticulture answered! Join horticulturist, Mary Wojcik, and jump headfirst into all things plants. Explore plant care in South Bend's parks and green spaces, and learn together in this unique series. Discussion topics Native vs. invasive plants Water gardens Seasonal maintenance […]

4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
4th of July Celebration & Fireworks at Howard Park Join us at Howard Park for a festive and family-friendly 4th of July Celebration filled with live music, outdoor fun, delicious food, and a spectacular fireworks display. Join us at Howard Park for a festive and family-friendly 4th of July Celebration filled with live music, outdoor […]

South Bend Sole Art Competition
Join us on September 27–28, 2025, at Fusion Fest for the South Bend Sneaker 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. Top five winners from each age group will earn a trip […]