Athletics
2025 Ray Comer Pickleball Classic
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Join us on June 28th, 2025 for a special pickleball day honoring Ray Comer, the "founding father" of pickleball in Michiana. This public event celebrates Ray’s significant impact on the South Bend community through his dedication, passion for refereeing, and warm spirit. 🏞️ Event Details: […]
Dreamer’s Summer League
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 4-10 Dreamer’s Summer League: Kids Edition is where fun meets fundamentals! This youth basketball league is designed for ages 4–10 and brings energy, excitement, and skill-building to the court. With two age divisions (4–6 & 7–10), kids will play fast-paced, organized games on a […]
Friday Night Hoops
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. The goal of Friday Night Hoops is to provide middle school boys and girls with a fun and supportive enviorment to improve their basketball skills, build friendships, and recive mentorship. This program aims to inspire personal growth, resiliance, and confidance by teaching core values that […]
Three Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. One pass is good for three rides! Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Every steep […]
Two Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. One pass is good for two rides! Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Every […]
Single Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Passes are per person and cannot be shared. […]
Hungry Hungry Hippos on Ice
Join in on the fun as we bring the classic game of Hungry Hungry Hippos to life, with a twist, it’s on ice! Teams of four to six people will compete by sliding your “hippo” out on an inflatable innertube to gather as many balls as possible. The team’s other members will quickly pull the […]
River City 3v3 Basketball League
Welcome to the River City 3v3 Basketball League! Building on a proud tradition, we’re redefining the game with fast-paced, condensed full-court 3v3 basketball. Say goodbye to half-court play and experience high-energy competition. Open to boys and girls from 6th through 12th grade, the league offers 6 weeks of unforgettable matchups. Players register individually and join […]
Black History Market
Join us on February 18th for Dream Center’s First-Ever “Black History Market” at Howard Park! From 1 PM to 7 PM, immerse yourself in a diverse marketplace featuring an array of vendors offering unique products and services.  Enjoy FREE skating sessions at 3 PM and 5 PM on Howard Park’s ice rink – we’ve got […]
Athletic Opportunities in South Bend
Explore Seasonal Sports Events in South Bend South Bend is a hub of athletic excitement year-round, thanks to the City of South Bend Venues, Parks, and Arts. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a fan of the game, our parks and venues offer a wide variety of sports and recreational activities for every season. In […]
Senior Spirit Week
UPDATE: Due to high temperatures on Wednesday, the Senior Picnic has relocated to inside the Howard Park Event Center. You’re invited to the 4th Annual Senior Spirit Week! Senior Spirit Week is our chance to highlight programming specifically for the 50+ community at different South Bend parks. Now is the time to plan for the […]
Open Recreation
Discover everything our Community Centers have to offer! You can join fitness training programs, use the weight room, cardio equipment, and basketball courts for fun games. We also have open gym sessions and dance aerobics classes to keep you active and engaged. There’s something for everyone!