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🍀 Presents: Fusion Fest
PLUS: First Fridays, Salvation Bar, and More!
Happy Friday! This newsletter is for the newbies, the lifers, the townies, and the domers.
👋 South Bend, it’s Nate. The Get IN crew and I are rolling into town September 26th-28th, and we need your help.
We already know one stop is locked in: Fusion Fest 🎶🌎 - Howard Park’s block party with music, food, and vibes from all over the world. You’ll definitely catch us there.
But what else should be on our South Bend hit list?
Best coffee spot to start the day?
A local bar or brewery that has to make the cut?
Any hidden gems only true SB folks know about?
Reply back and let us know! We’ll put together our official South Bend itinerary from your suggestions. Who knows, your spot might end up in a video 👀
In today’s digest:
Where should we go next?
The Farmers Market Trail: Zazu Mushrooms
Fusion Fest
More Events!
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The Digest
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🍄🟫 The Farmers Market Trail: Zazu Mushrooms
About: Zazu Mushrooms was started by a couple who have since passed it on to Brad and Angie! Here’s what they have to say about beginning this new journey: “Food can bring people together like few things can. We hope to make the world a little nicer by providing the freshest, tastiest mushrooms around, and sharing with the world all the amazing things mushrooms can do to make mycophiles of everyone. It has been a treat watching our kids get excited about the growing process and their eagerness to try all the new flavors and experiences that come with running a mushroom farm.”
📍 Where is it in the Market: Zazu Mushrooms is located on the southern side of the market.
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The Happenings in the Bend
Fusion Fest
Head on out to Howard Park this weekend for a weekend you’re sure to remember! With free entry, food from all over the world, and fun for the whole family!
South Bend Civic Theatre Presents: High School Musical
The South Bend Civic Theatre Presents High School Musical - ON STAGE!
Grab the family and watch Troy get over his awkwardness about liking both singing and basketball (it’s the 21st century, Troy — you can have more than one hobby) and Sharpay learn to share the spotlight!
More events in South Bend
A mix of things happening this weekend and into next week!
👻 Ghost Tours: The Morris Performing Arts Center is offering haunted tours of the theatre! Details
🧘♂️ Artful Yoga: Yoga at the Raclin Murphy Art Museum is open to all - bring your own mat or borrow one! Detail
🍁 Fall Artisan Market: Grab tickets to this year’s fall artisan market at the St. Joseph County fairgrounds! Details
🏈 Football Fridays: Head over to the Eck Visitors Center at Notre Dame to celebrate and prepare for the home football game today! Details
🍎 Mishawaka Market: The last of the markets on Ironworks Plaza happens this week and next, so check it out before they’re done for the season! Details
♥️ Permit Pending: Permit Pending helps bring creative concepts to life in under-utilized or empty spaces in the city. Baby Bar is one such concept that will be LIVE this weekend and next. Tickets are free, but grab one while you can and check out BABY BAR this weekend! Details
🪄 WICKED: St. Joseph County Parks will be showing wicked on the lawn! Check out all the Details
🍺 Brew at the Zoo: The Zoo will be hosting their annual Brew at the Zoo - your ticket will get you into the zoo and all the free samples you could want while you wander the zoo! Tickets
☘️ Irish Jam: Join Irish Womens and Mens basketball head coaches to celebrate Irish Basketball! Details
🎃 SPECIAL HIGHLIGHT - Falloween Fest: The Falloween Fest at John Glenn High School is an all-weekend event with carnival rides, games, fireworks, a petting zoo, and much more! Check out all this event has to offer for the whole family! Details
✨Coming soon✨
🍂 First Fridays: “FALL” IN LOVE next Friday in downtown South Bend at the First Friday of October! Details
🪄 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: For the last few years, Morris Performing Arts and the South Bend Symphony have presented the Harry Potter Movies on the screen at the Morris, accompanied by the Symphony performing the film's music. It’s an incredible event you don’t want to miss. Grab your tickets now before they sell out! Details
👻 Boo To You @ Indiana University - South Bend: IU South Bend’s ‘Boo To You’ festival (Oct. 11, 4–8 pm, Student Activities Center) is back with carnival games, candy, crafts, and a Monster Mash dance—fun for the whole family! Details
The Life of a Showgirl Listening Party: The Cat Cafe is hosting a listening party for Taylor Swift’s 12th album! Details
🍻 Oktoberfest: Enjoy German beer, food and more at the Indiana Dinosaur Museums Oktoberfest! Details
Donut Fest: This 21+ event is back by popular demand at the Round Barn Winery! Enjoy donuts, cocktails, slushies, and more! Details
Rapid Fire Hits
Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐
Counterspell - A New Coffee Shop: Cloud Walking Coffee on Mishawaka Ave is developing a spin-off in the Near Northwest Neighborhood in partnership with Portage Place. Check out the details of the new space here → Details
🍸 Salvation Bar at Momentum Entrepreneurship Hub: Salvation Bar, located at 510 S Main St. in downtown South Bend, is officially open for business! Check out the hottest new cocktail bar in South Bend. Details
Happy Friday! See you around the Bend!
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