April First Fridays: Game on

Frisbee, Cornhole, badminton, and more! This April first Friday is all about games, board, or sports. Enjoy board game nights at Chicory Cafe and Cat Lady Cafe. Or, if moving your body suits you more, meet on the Gridiron for a variety of drop-in games April 3rd.

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Game On

April 3
Downtown South Bend

Downtown South Bend is celebrating sports and games this First Fridays with a "Game On!" theme. Enjoy drop-in games on the Gridiron like badminton, soccer darts (kicky sticky), cornhole, and more!

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Pedals and Petals

May 1
Downtown South Bend

Enjoy the spring weather downtown this first Friday by biking through town. Or, celebarte the blossoming of new plant life through our plant sale on the Gridiron.

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Kids' Night Out

June 5
Downtown South Bend

Kids run downtown this first Friday. Have your face painted, join in the activities on the Gridiron, or meet your favorite Disney princesses in the princess plaza. Downtown has something for every kid of every age during our First Fridays.

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Downtown South Bend offers a variety of convenient public parking options, including free 2-hour parking in city-owned garages and on most downtown streets. Use the resources below to find the best place to park and get where you’re going with ease.

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Explore what’s happening in Downtown South Bend. Our calendar features upcoming events, activities, and experiences so you can plan your visit and never miss the fun.

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