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Fusion Fest

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 [...]
Camp Awareness

Camp Awareness

2026 Camp Awareness This is not your ordinary summer camp! Your kids will have hands-on experiences with hikes, fishing, archery, arts & crafts, and more.  They’ll come home with stories to share of cookouts, games, and new friends. Week 1: June 8-12 (Campers entering grades 3rd-7th) Week 2: June 15-19 (Campers entering grades 3rd-7th) Week 3: June 22-26 […]

Aqua Aerobics-Spring 2026

Aqua Aerobics-Spring 2026

Spots are still available! Ages: 18+ Enjoy the healthful benefits of water! You do not need to know how to swim to enjoy these classes. These classes are taught by experienced instructors, benefit the participant’s cardiovascular system and provide an overall feeling of well-being. Water adds resistance to the exercise routine while buoyancy makes the […]

Water Safety Instructor Spring 2026

Water Safety Instructor Spring 2026

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 16+ This Spring South Bend Venues Parks & Arts is partnering with the Red Cross to offer the Water Safety Instructor Class. This class trains candidates who are 16 and older to teach swimming lesson, water safety and drowning prevention. After completion of this […]

Lifeguarding Class #3 Spring 2026

Lifeguarding Class #3 Spring 2026

Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 15+ Being a certified lifeguard opens doors to many other job opportunities! This Fall Venues, Parks & Arts is partnering with the Red Cross to offer both New Lifeguard Certification courses and Lifeguard Recertification courses. Both New Lifeguard and Lifeguard Recertification courses will be […]

Riverview Art & Open Mic Night (21+)

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 […]

Fit The Body Dance

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 […]

Back 2 School Boogie Parade

Back 2 School Boogie Parade

Let’s send our students back to school in style! On Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, join us for the Back 2 School “Boogie” Parade, a high-energy celebration of school spirit and community pride. The parade will begin at Washington High School and make its way to the Charles Black Community […]

Seitz Park Concert Series

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 […]

SB160: Celebrating 160 Years of South Bend

SB160: Celebrating 160 Years of South Bend

SB160: Celebrating 160 Years of South Bend Venues Parks & Arts is proud to honor the 160th anniversary of the City of South Bend with a season-long celebration full of exciting events, community fun, and $1.60 specials! Join us in commemorating this milestone by engaging in activities designed to celebrate our history, promote wellness, and […]

The Thought Leadership Conference 2025

The Thought Leadership Conference 2025

Click Here To Register Join us for the Thought Leadership Conference 2025 — a dynamic event designed to inspire, inform, and equip leaders across industries. Through expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities, attendees will dive into topics like leadership development, cultural competence, collaborative leadership, community engagement, intercultural communication, innovation, and inclusive leadership strategies. […]

Fall Family Fun Fair

Fall Family Fun Fair

Fall Family Fun Fair at Rum Village Nature Center – Celebrating 50 Years We’re bringing back the excitement of the Fall Jubilee at Rum Village Park after a 6-year break! Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rum Village Nature Center with the Fall Family Fun Fair, packed with everything you love […]

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