places
Palais Royale
The Palais Royale Ballroom, along with the Morris Performing Arts Center, was designed by J.S Aroner of Chicago and opened February 1922. As one of only two theater/ballroom combinations left in the country to this day and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, these unique venues represent an incredible heritage within South Bend. Whether […]
Parkovash Park
Phil St. Clair Park
Pier Park
The Pier Park Project is a is a collaborative luminasonic project by the visual artist GIIIVENS and composer Eli Kahn. The artists have created a one-of-a-kind experience at Pier Park in which infinite light will meet the likes of a quadrophonic soundscape of music and natural sounds. GIIIVENS’ piece “Aether’s Requiem” provides the spectator with […]
Pinhook Park
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 […]
Plaza Park
Ponader Park
Potawatomi Conservatories
The Potawatomi Conservatories are a haven of tranquility within Potawatomi Park. Here, you can wander paths through lush, tropical foliage, explore the marvelous shapes and textures of succulent plants in the arid Desert Dome, or just sit quietly in the peaceful surroundings. We offer community events for entertainment as well as education. For an unforgettable […]
Potawatomi Park
About the Park One of South Bend’s most active parks, Potawatomi Park’s tree-shaded acres are home to a wide variety of amenities. The park has a new Splash Pad feature, an exercise track, a large Universally Accessible Playground, the popular, community built Kids’ Kingdom playground, an outdoor Performance Arts Pavilion and viewing area, restroom facilities and much […]
Potawatomi Pool
Potawatomi Pool South Bend Venues Parks & Arts is proud to have many options to stay cool in the summer heat and is committed to having a safe and delightful summer season! Did you know VPA has eight splash pads across the city in addition to the water playground in Kennedy Park? While Potawatomi Pool is […]
Potawatomi Zoo
Originally called the South Bend Zoo, Potawatomi Zoo began as a modest duck pond in Leeper Park in 1902. As the oldest zoo in Indiana, we are rich in history. The 23-acre zoo is maintained and run by the Potawatomi Zoological Society, while remaining city owned. The Potawatomi Zoo inspires excellence in education, conservation, and […]