Athletics
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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 […]
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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!
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Police Athletic League
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Play Tennis Midwest
Leeper Park is hosting a morning full of FREE interactive tennis activities for kids and adults to come out and try tennis. This is the perfect sport to practice your tennis skills and at the perfect price! Free!
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Kids Triathlon
A fun and challenging triathlon for your little ones to compete in! Open to children ages 5-14, kids will swim, bike, and run their way to the finish line. After crossing the finish line, enjoy activities inside the track, support and congratulate fellow racers, and attend the awards ceremony for the top winners of each […]
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2024 SBVPA Youth Scholarship Golf Outing
Join us for a fun day of golf to support the Venues Parks & Arts Youth Scholarship fund at the 31st annual VPA Youth Scholarship Golf Outing! This beloved event is a great opportunity for businesses, organizations, and golf enthusiasts to have a fun day out of the office while supporting our community and it’s […]
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Leeper Park Tennis Center
Located in the heart of downtown South Bend within historic Leeper Park, Leeper Park Tennis Center is proudly managed by South Bend Venues Parks & Arts. Our facility boasts 14 fully-lit tennis courts, along with men’s and women’s locker rooms. Enjoy the convenience of an air-conditioned snack bar and clubhouse, making it one of northern […]
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SBVPA Adult Softball League
Build lasting friendships and strengthen connections, all while enjoying some healthy competition and fun in our Adult Softball League. Whether you’re looking to meet new people or reconnect with old friends, our league offers the perfect opportunity. Join us at the prestigious Byers Softball Complex and other local city softball fields for an enriching experience […]
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Golf Courses
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts proudly manages three distinguished public golf courses within the city. Each course offers a wealth of amenities and opportunities, including season pass memberships, open golf play, expert golf instruction, engaging junior programs, vibrant men’s and women’s clubs, and exciting golf leagues and tournaments. Guided by PGA professionals, these courses […]
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Leeper Park Tennis Camps
REGISTRATION Opening March 1, 2024 CAMPS FOR AGES 5 – 14 At Leeper Park Tennis Center, we’re dedicated to fostering a love for tennis among local youth! Our Tennis Camp offers a comprehensive experience that includes competitive elements and developmental training in agility, strength, teamwork, strategy, and non-advancing competitive play. Open to all skill levels, […]
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Volleyball
Set, Serve, Score: Join Us for Volleyball at Edison Intermediate! Mondays – Competitive Tuesdays – Recreational Looking for a enjoyable way to engage in physical activity with friends? Join our adult-only (ages 18+) co-ed pickup volleyball league, featuring two hours of play. Simply drop in and make your payment at the door. Please note that […]
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Pickleball
Exciting news! We now offer Pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports. Pickleball is a game played with two or four players using solid paddles made of wood or composite materials. They hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net. The sport combines elements of other racket sports, with court dimensions […]