Recreation Centers

Pinhook Park Community Center
Pinhook Park is a beautiful and serene location for your next gathering. Whether it be a baby shower or family reunion, the updated Pinhook Park Community Center provides a great space for you. The park offers incredible beauty, a multi-use trail, a kayak launch and playground for everyone to enjoy. Rentals For rental availability and […]

Leeper Park Tennis Center
Leeper Park Tennis Center 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 Indiana. We are easily accessible just off of north Michigan Street, […]

Byers Softball Complex
The Byers Softball Complex is located on South Bend’s southwest side of the city. Since its inception in 1997, Byers has hosted numerous softball events both fast-pitch and slow-pitch. Most notably, have been the three visits by the U.S. Women’s Olympic softball team and multiple national championships for the Amateur Softball Association. The complex has also […]

Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center

Rum Village Nature Center
About the Center The Rum Village Nature Center is located on the city’s south side in Rum Village Park. Visit the exhibit area, sit at the bird-viewing window, or enjoy a leisurely stroll on the trails in the woods. Not far from the heart of South Bend, Rum Village is a wildlife oasis offering hiking trails, […]

Rum Village Park
The 160 acres of rolling woodlands are home to deer, foxes, reptiles, amphibians, and numerous species of birds. With so much to see and so many programs and activities to do, it is no wonder that so many people are rediscovering Rum Village. Dog Park There’s a new dog park in town! The Rum Village […]

Howard Park Event Center

The O’Brien Center
NEW! O’Brien Fitness Center & YMCA Partnership The O’Brien/YMCA Partnership aims to continue the mission of both the YMCA and VPA by providing the community with an inclusive and welcoming environment encouraging wellness through learning, movement, healthy lifestyle, and connection. In addition to fitness center access, members will have access to complimentary childcare watch, unlimited […]

Charles Black Community Center
Located in LaSalle Park, this community center offers a full-sized gymnasium, community room with kitchen, computer lab, weight room and game room. The center offers daily programs and activities for all ages, including tutoring, computer classes, fitness classes, open recreation, sports, special events and more! As a Real Services nutrition site, seniors at the Charles Black […]