Fun Things to Do in Michiana

Stuff-A-Truck

Join us as we help Right To Life Michiana support moms and babies. You can drop items off at the Inspired Office M-Th 10-5, leave smaller items in the brown drop box on the porch, call you favorite agent to come pick up from you or order directly from the Amazon wish list and it will ship directly to the Right to Life office. 

• Amazon Wishlist

Most needed items. 

• Baby wipes
• Diapers (NB-7)
• Pull-Ups (2T-4T)
• Formula (Enfamil)
• Pajamas and clothes (NB-5T)
• Winter clothes (3T and up)
• Baby towels and washcloths
• Gently-used strollers
• Sippy cups
• Diaper bags
• New car seats
• Nursing covers and pillows
• Hygiene products for women (toothbrush, hairbrush, pads, shampoo)
• Cribs

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❄️ Winter Fun ⛸️

Bundle up and enjoy all the local winter activities our area has to offer! From ice skating to cozy markets, sledding hills, and festive events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. 🎄✨

• Visit with Santa (Downtown South Bend)
• Santa Meet and Greet (Ironworks Plaza)
• Lights of Joy (Shipshewana, IN)
• Gift of Lights (Potawatomi Zoo, South Bend, IN )
• Winter Wonderland Lights (Wellfield Botanical, Elkhart, IN)
• Ice Skating at Howard Park 
• Skate/Bumper Cars/Icebykes at Ironworks Plaza 
• Nibco Water and Ice Park (Elkhart)
• Sledding at George Wilson Park 

MUSIC & ART 

You’ll find a lively soundtrack and a creative twist to the lifestyle that residents live in Michiana. Explore some big names and local talent right here in Michiana. 

• The Morris (South Bend, IN)
• South Bend Civic Theater (Downtown South Bend, IN)
• South Bend Symphony (South Bend, IN)
• Blue Gate Theater (Shipshewana, IN)
• Learner Theater (Elkhart, IN)
• Goshen Theater (Goshen, IN)

Find The Fun! 

There’s never a dull moment around here. From crafting events to bingo and trivia to adventurous outings, there’s always something new to experience. Discover unique events of all kinds happening around the area and make the most of your weekends!

• Bridal Spectacular (Century Center, South Bend, IN)
• Sips and Steps Solstice Walk (Elkhart, IN)
• Holiday Mixology class (Bar Louie, Granger, IN)
• Midwest Home and Garden Show (The MEC, Shipshewana, IN)
• Bingo with Cats (South Bend, IN)
• Winter Wildlife Hike (Elkhart, IN)

Explore What's New

Our community is full of places that keep things interesting—rotating events, pop-up experiences, and new activities every week or month. See what’s new and make plans to join in!

• Make South Bend -rotating classes (South Bend, IN)
• DTSB First Fridays (South Bend, IN)
• Elkhart County Parks - Various Events (Elkhart Co, IN)
• St Joseph County Parks (South Bend, IN)
• The Pigeon and the Hen Events (South Bend, IN)
• Howard Park (South Bend, IN)
• Michiana Event Center (Shipshewana, IN)
• The Century Center (South Bend, IN)