Families
Sunday Nature Hikes
Fall is just around the corner and Rum Village comes to life! Stop by the Rum Village Nature Center for our fall hikes happening every Sunday. Perfect for all ages, our guided tours are the perfect opportunity to see the incredible fall foliage, and animals that call the park home. Registration is not required! September […]
Mountain Biking
Pedal your way through the Rum Village bike trail terrain! Did you know there are over five miles of trails at the Rum Village Annex? Located on the west side of Gertrude Street, south of the entrance to Rum Village Park there’s a biker’s oasis beyond the trees. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, there […]
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 […]
20th Annual Mom Son Dance
Everything is awesome! The Mon Son Dance is back with a special “Legoland” night. Join us for the 22nd Annual Mom Son Dance – “Legoland”. An evening of dancing with music by The Music Machine DJ, refreshments, games, photo ops, and more. Every person attending must have a ticket. This event is geared towards ages […]
Treats on the Trail
Treats on the Trail is back for another year! Join us for the 5th Annual Treats on the Trail, a free trick-or-treating event happening at Pinhook Park on Saturday, October 14th! Come out in your best Halloween costume and collect candy and other treats from local businesses and organizations. Thanks to our wonderful Treats Sponsor: […]
Leeper Park Tennis Center
Leeper Park Tennis Center, a facility of the South Bend Venues Parks & Arts, is located in the heart of downtown South Bend in historic Leeper Park. With 14 fully-lit tennis courts, men’s and women’s locker rooms, and air conditioned snack bar and club house, it is one of the best tennis facilities in northern […]
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 […]
Public Swim
Open and lap swim for all ages and abilities! Lifeguards will be on duty. Clay High School Public Swim Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 20 – Aug. 3, 11:30am – 1:30pm Adam’s High School Public Swim Mondays and Wednesdays, June 21 – Aug. 2, 4 – 6pm
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. 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 -1. Coed HR limits shall […]
Golf Courses
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts operates three public courses in the city. All three offer season pass memberships, open golf, golf instructions, junior programs, men’s and women’s clubs, golf leagues and tournaments. Courses are managed by PGA professionals and have electrical carts and snack bars.