Social
Pinhook Painters
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.
Kids Spark in the Park
Experience SPARK in the Park Tuesdays in June and July. Potawatomi Park will be hosting a variety of fun and creative outdoor activities for kids to play, learn, and be kids! From getting musical and dancing, to learning about plants and space, SPARK in the Park is an event you and your kids won’t want […]
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 […]
Dog Parks
The Niles Ave. Dog Park location is South Bend’s first dog park, a pilot program moved to fruition by the local neighborhood and dog park advocates in downtown and the near northeast area. The park is a safe, fun and inviting environment for dogs and their owners. Please beware this is a use-at-your-own-risk, unmonitored facility. […]
Friday Night Life
What is Friday Night Life? Time to take a break and have some fun. It’s a safe space and the place to be with opportunities for the youth in our community. We’ll offer breakout sessions with advice and empowerment and teach youth how to become a leader in their life. There will be bi-weekly sessions […]
2023 Directors’ Youth Scholarship Golf Outing
Join us for a fun day of golf to support the Venues Parks & Arts Youth Scholarship fund at the 30th annual Directors’ 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 […]
Senior Programs
Venues Parks & Arts continues to strive to provide a wide range of programs, services and social activities to empower and engage our senior community. We’re here to promote fitness and activities and provide recreational and cultural activities that ultimately lead to mental and physical support throughout the year. Programs and services are offered for […]
Howard Park Summer Concert Series
Another summer, another round of free concerts in the park! Join us every first Friday for a new band. Bring a picnic, bring some chairs, bring some friends! We’ll see you on the lawn. Pedals & Petals Fiesta with Los Hermanos Bueno Featuring Sabor Latino Radio | 5/5, 5 – 9pm Size Matters | 6/2 […]
Potawatomi Concert Series
It’s that time of the year again…the Potawatomi Park Summer Concert Series at the Chris Wilson Pavilion! Limited seating available in the pavilion, guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. June 4: Playback June 11: 80/90 Duo June 18: Van Dyke Revue June 25: Left Side of the Dial July 2: […]
Boomin’ Parks Tour
Boomer is a custom-designed mobile recreation vehicle, arriving in your neighborhood park to unpack an experience like no where else in the city! It will arrive programmed with staff and ever-changing activities. When Boomer shows up to your park, it’ll be the most exciting place in South Bend to be. Our ultimate goal is to […]
National Kids to Parks Day
Come celebrate with us as we join cities and partners across the country in celebrating Kids To Parks Day, a national day of outdoor play! We want to encourage kids (and families) to get active and connected with nature in our community and green spaces. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to […]
SBVPA Adult Softball League
Meet new friends or strengthen bonds with old ones, get a little competitive, and have some fun in our Adult Softball League at Byers Softball Complex and local city softball fields. LEAGUE RULES: All leagues must have at least 6 teams. Men’s HR limits shall be: ‘Upper’ League -5, ‘Competitive’ League -3, and ‘Recreation’ League […]