Zumba Toning
2022-06-16 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Zumba Toning with Christina is a can’t miss fitness class! When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba® Toning raises the bar. It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba® moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness-party.
Suggested donation of $5.

Howard Park Summer Concert Series
2022-06-16 19:00 - 20:30
Another summer, another round of free concerts in the park! Join us every Thursday for a new band. Bring a picnic, bring some chairs, bring some friends! We’ll see you on the lawn.
June 16: Marcus & Marketo
June 23: Chris Collat Band
June 30: Dezha & Friends
July 7: Alligator Blackbird
July 14: Family Ferlic
July 28: Paul Zulas and Later the Never
August 4: Size Matters
August 11: Rhymer/Educator
August 18: The Erly Band
August 25: The Motown Machine
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Concerts will take place in the Inovateus Solar Event Lawn (located behind the playground)
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or a blanket
Dancing encouraged.
Due to lack of shade, attendees are allowed to bring tents or umbrellas. Please do not stake any tents into the ground.
Grab carry out from one of our local DTSB restaurants, and have a picnic in the park! A list of DTSB’s restaurants can be found here.

Pure Barre
2022-06-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Crush your goals with this cardio class. Designed to include both barre and interval training, elevating your heart rate, build strength and rev up that metabolism.

Latin Dance
2022-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2022-08-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Join us Fridays at Howard Park, 7-9 PM at the pond/rink area. Salsa, bachata, cumbia & more. South Bend Latin Dance puts on this outdoor event welcoming all levels of dance, all abilities, and all ages, for an evening of all fun. Your $5 admission includes a beginner’s 20-minute lesson at 7 PM.

Yoga for Social Justice
2022-06-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Yoga for Social Justice is a free yoga event to hold space and offer community healing for all those fighting for social justice. Event will feature music, spoken word poetry, a yoga class, and a closing meditation.

Music Makers (Children’s Class)
2022-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Music Makers is an engaging class for children 4 – 8 years old designed by Certified Musik Garten Instructor, TMV Instructor Melinda Wesolowski. In this class, children will spend time singing, moving, and making music with others while learning tonal rhythms, solfege, and music notations.

Chair Yoga for Seniors
2022-06-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Strengthen both your body and mind with this gentle form of yoga. Chair yoga is practiced while sitting on a chair or using one for support and is designed specifically for those with physical disabilities or those who find a typical yoga session too challenging.

Hip Hop Dance (Children's Class)
2022-06-21 09:30 - 10:15 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Get up and dance!
In this class, students will be trained in all styles of popular hip hop dance moves and choreography. This class is designed to develop coordination and cardiovascular fitness while building self esteem.

Sunday Skate
2022-06-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Skating at Howard Park in the summer?! Yes, we’ve heard your requests! Sunday Skate at Howard Park will happen every 2nd and 4th Sunday of June and July. Bring your own roller skates or in-line roller blades and skate along the trails while jamming to music.
This is a FREE event and there will not be skate rentals. See you on the trails!

Vibes Music Festival
2022-07-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Venues Parks & Arts and A Gammage Solutions presents the 3rd Annual Vibes Music Festival, a two-day festival showcasing live musical performances, amazing local artists and vendors, food trucks, and more. Notable performers include the Smash Kings(Friday), Dream Team Live, Lorea Turner, Brollision, Brent Easton, and sounds by DJ Macmane. Come hear amazing artists and shop local on one of summer’s hottest weekends! THIS EVENT IS 21+
Two Days, Two Locations!
This year, the Vibes Music Festival spans two days and two locations! On Friday, July 8th the Smash Kings will be returning to South Bend for a not-to-be-missed, 3 hour performance on the river at Island Park (behind the Century Center) at 8pm and Saturday, July 9th at Howard Park at 5pm.
On Saturday, July 9th, the party continues at Howard Park. Shop with vendors, order from food trucks, and get a drink from the outdoor bar. Feel free to bring a blanket and folding chair as you enjoy sounds on the event lawn from four of the areas hottest bands and performers!
Special Sponsors:

Bantam Diner
The Galaxy Mindset LLC
Millenia Strategies
Profound Entertainment Network

ONE DAY PASS (ONLINE PRICE) – $15
TWO DAY PASS – $25 (Save 16%)
AT THE DOOR – $20
Save 25% by purchasing tickets online!
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United Way Campaign Kick Off
2022-07-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
A free event for the public to kick off the annual United Way Giving Campaign. This year’s event will consist of a picnic in the park with local food trucks, yard games, and a cornhole tournament.

Urban Adventure Games
2022-07-30 08:00 - 14:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
A thrilling scavenger hunt that rallies teams of 2 to explore South Bend/Mishawaka on bicycle & by foot as they complete a series of top-secret challenges! The race will begin and end at Howard Park. There will also be an after party at Howard Park. More info can be found at urbanadventuregames.com.

Michiana Hematology Oncology Concert for a Cure
2022-08-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
A free Whistle Pigs concert sponsored by Michiana Hematology Oncology for the community and cancer patients and survivors in the greater area.

Art Beat
2022-08-21 11:00 - 19:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Art Beat is the largest annual event in downtown South Bend, where the streets of downtown are filled with performing, visual, and culinary artists, for a day-long celebration of our local artists! The Culinary Village will be set up in Howard Park, where you can sample culinary delights from your local chefs.

Senior Citizen Spirit Week
2022-08-29 11:00 - 14:00
A week full of programming, dedicated to our 50+ community!
Monday: Legal & Finance Planning
Do you need legal and financial planning advice? Experts will be sharing information on how to save smart and keep your future looking bright.
9-9:45am | Recipient Rights (Real Services)
10-10:45am | Long Term Care (Schmitt Insurance)
11-11:45am | Scams & Schemes (Real Services
Lunch Break
1-1:45pm | Estate Planning (May Oberfel) Day 1
Tuesday: Health & Fitness
Time to get your body moving! We’ll feature tips and tricks to maintain a long, healthy life.
9-9:45am | Stretch & Balance (Beacon Health System)
10-10:45am | Cardio Drumming (Beacon Health System)
11-11:45am | Cooking for One (Real Services)
Lunch Break
1-2pm | Senior Yoga (The Kroc Center) Day 2
($$) Wednesday: Picnic (presented by Real Services) & Concert
Everyone’s favorite event is back – a picnic in the park presented by Real Services! Enjoy lunch with fellow friends and a free concert at Potawatomi Park. Registration is required at the Howard Park Event Center front desk.
Food is served at 12:00PM and the concert begins at 1:00PM.
($$) Thursday: Ice Cream Social (presented by Forever Learning)
Who doesn’t love ice cream? Our friends at Forever Learning are providing ice cream while you enjoy fellowship with others.
Cost: $10
2:30 – 4pm | Ice Cream Social at Howard Park Day 4
Friday: FREE Field Trip to Studebaker National Museum
Let’s get out of the house and learn something new! Join us for a day experience at one of our favorite places in the city. Seniors are welcome at Studebaker National Museum for FREE from 10am – 12pm for Senior Citizen Spirit Week.

Urban Adventure Games
2022-09-06

Recover Michiana Fest
2022-09-25 12:00 - 17:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
An annual festival to celebrate recovery and provide access to resources of support for those personally battling or caring for a loved one battling substance abuse. Our mission is to provide financial support and public awareness toward helping those affected by the opioid and substance abuse crisis. More info can be found at recovermichianafest.org.

Mindful Yoga for All
2022-09-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
In partnership with Mindful U, join Mindi or Rachael each Wednesday inside the Event Center at Howard Park from 6:30p-7:30p for Mindful Yoga for All.
This vinyasa style class focuses on breathwork and yoga postures while incorporating mindfulness concepts and practices. Come as you are to infuse a sense of well-being into your week! All levels welcome!
This is a donation-based class benefiting SBVPA Youth Scholarship Program. Minimum donations of $10 are recommended, but not necessary. Cash is preferred, or Venmo @MindfulU is also accepted.

The Winter Open Presented by 1st Source Bank
2022-11-25 10:00 - 20:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
We’re celebrating the official opening of ice skating season with activities and everyone is invited. The park will be bustling with holiday excitement, so sip, skate, and shop your way around Howard Park. Book Your Skate Session Winter Open Everyone is invited for an entire day full of fun and free activities for every age.

10:00 AM: Irish Figure Skating Club
10:20 AM: River City Rovers
10:30 AM: Complimentary donuts and hot chocolate available (first come, first served until gone)
11:00 AM: First session of the ice skating season begins
12:30 PM: FREE face paint and balloon artist for kids
1:00 PM: Special character appearances including Spark, The Grinch, Frozone, Elsa, and more!
2:30 PM: Frosty the Snowman movie inside the Event Center Centier Commons
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Winter Market begins inside Howard Park Event Center
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: DJ

Howard Holiday Market Located inside the Howard Park Event Center, it’s the perfect opportunity to start your holiday shopping from local, unique vendors.

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Friday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday

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Howard Holiday Market at the Winter Open
2022-11-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Your favorite holiday tradition is back as part of the Winter Open event at Howard Park! The Howard Holiday Market will be open INSIDE the Howard Park Event Center for two days of unique, local vendors. Stay warm inside and stroll your way to holiday shopping by shopping local.
Vendors include:
All Over Creations
Alebrije Acrylics
Cardinal Candle Company
Color Street Stylist
Gold Plated Jewelry
Honey’s Bakery MG
Hooks & Loops
Humble Sparrow Art
Mahaja Arts
Miller’s Goats & Gardens
Mittens by Teresa
Native American Beading by Faith Houston
NS Cosmetics
Jeremy Parker/PRL Creative
Queen MG Gloss
Rainy Cat Creations
SewBot
South Bend Locals
Sticky Spoons Jam
Violet Planet Shop
Whiskey Flats Trading Company
You Got Maille
Brain Lair Books
Danica Kulemeka
Junior Vendors
Lauren Thomas Candles
More vendors are coming soon!
The Howard Holiday Market is part of the Winter Open, our opening day celebrations for ice skating season! To see the full lineup of FREE events, click here.

The Howard Park Caroling Series
2022-12-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
We’re spreading holiday cheer at Howard Park with carolers singing loud for all to hear!

Your next family tradition starts at Howard Park, ice skating or sitting by the fire pits, listening to the sweet sounds of local carolers singing your favorite classics.

Schedule:
South Bend Civic Theatre | December 2 at 8PM
Notre Dame Glee Club | December 3 at 7PM
Jimtown High School | December 13 at 9:30AM
Trinity Lutheran | December 19 at 1PM

DJ Skate College Night
2022-12-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
There’s nothing quite like a winter evening at Howard Park. Especially when your favorite jams and local pizza is involved! Grab your friends and your roommates (bonus points if your roommates are your friends) and get ready for the party on ice you won’t forget!
You won’t want to miss this one-night-only discount. College students get 30% off ticket prices! Use code CN2022 at check out!
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Yoga on Ice
2023-01-14 10:00 - 11:00
Come experience the COOLEST YOGA in the area! This will be an outdoor slow flow on the Tire Rack Ice Pond at Howard Park South Bend! During this 45-minute session, expect to hold poses a little longer to generate some inner heat. You’ve heard of hot yoga…and well…this is kind of the opposite!

What you need to know:
•ARRIVE EARLY to get your spot on the ice…it’ll take a little bit to sign waivers and get everyone out / situated on the ice. We will begin class promptly at 10am – if you arrive too close to the start, you may not be permitted on the ice.
-DRESS WARM
-Wear a face mask
-Shoes or boots with warm socks (no bare feet).
-Hats, gloves, coats.
-Layers. Try to figure out how to be as warm as you can without being too bulky or you won’t be able to do the poses.
-Hand & feet warmers might be a good addition.
-Sunglasses – if it’s sunny, the ice can be bright.
-Yoga mat and beach towel
-We’ll have a few mats for those who don’t have one, but not many, so please bring your own if able. Everyone will NEED to bring a beach towel to put under your mat to keep it in place on the ice.
-No admission cost – donations are welcome to help support on-going opportunities like this.
-This is an all levels class, but the ice and cold adds just a tiny level of adventure, so please be aware.
-Everyone must sign a waiver on-site prior to participation

My Little & Me Skate Night
2023-01-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
It’s a special night for you and your littles on the ice! My Little and Me is back for a memorable evening at Howard Park on Wednesday, January 25.

The Enchanted Forest and northern lights theme will offer two hours of ice skating among the stars, refreshments and magical surprises.

Skate on over to visithowardpark.com for tickets.

Low Sensory Night
2023-02-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Join in Howard Park’s first ever “Low Sensory Night”!
An evening with ice skating and activities designed specifically for the neurodivergent community in partnership with Lighthouse Autism Center, Ancilla College Spectrum of Chargers, Logan Center, and Beacon Health Systems. There will be a variety of activities for sensory seekers, an ice skating session with lower attendance and lower sensory inputs, and a low sensory room for anyone who could benefit from some time away from the event.
This event will be free to attend thanks to the community support of the Skate it Forward Program and the Sensory Area will be brought to you by Lighthouse Autism Center.
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Mardi Gras On Ice
2023-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Grab your green and gold and get ready for an unforgettable party on ice at Howard Park!
You heard us right, we’re hosting Mardi Gras On Ice Thursday, Feb. 21 and it’s an evening you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the cash bar, live entertainment, and the most unique ice skating experience in Indiana! Your ticket will cover the live DJ, ice skating, giveaways, and 2 hours of Fat Tuesday Fun! Book your tickets today!
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Chair Yoga
2023-03-27 11:30 - 12:30 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Join us for Chair Yoga every Monday from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Strengthen both your body and mind with this gentle form of yoga. Chair yoga is practiced while sitting on a chair or using one for support and is designed specifically for those with physical disabilities or those who find a typical yoga session too challenging.

Chair Yoga is possible because of Howard Park’s partnership with The Salvation Army KROC Center and instructor Christina Riehm.

Pound Fitness
2023-05-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Are you looking for a way to exercise that doesn’t feel like exercise? Stay committed to your fitness goals and have fun with friends at Pound Fitness at Howard Park! This class consists of drumming, cardio, and strength training and is open for all!

Realty for Seniors with Kristen Sharpe
2023-05-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Are you overwhelmed by the thought of selling your house?
Then you are invited to a FREE PRESENTATION by Kirsten Sharpe, The REALTOR for SENIORS™
