WEEK 1: DECEMBER 1-6 “A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING”Tuesday, December 1 – Sunday, December 6 8:00pm nightly plus 2:00pm on SundayThe Upstage, Indiana University South Bend NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. OHIO STATEWednesday, December 2 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

SANDY HACKETT’S RAT PACK CHRISTMASThursday, December 3 | 7:30pmMorris Performing Arts Center 68TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERTThursday, December 3 – Saturday, December 5 7:30pm through Friday, 2:00pm on SaturdayEverest-Rohrer Auditorium, Bethel College DTSB FIRST FRIDAYS: DOWNTOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYSFriday, December 4 | 5:00 – 9:00pmDowntown South Bend

NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. MASSACHUSETTSFriday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5 7:35pm & 6:05pm respectivelyCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame

HANDEL’S MESSIAHFriday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5 | 8:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

43RD ANNUAL MADRIGAL DINNERSFriday, December 4 – Sunday, December 6 7:00pm through Saturday, 2:00pm on SundayMoreau Center, Saint Mary’s College

A CHRISTMAS CAROLFriday, December 4 – Sunday, December 6 7:30pm through Saturday, 2:00pm on SundaySouth Bend Civic Theatre

MISHAWAKA WINTERFESTSaturday, December 5 | 5:00 - 8:00pmMerrifield Park

SAINT NICK SIXSaturday, December 5 | 10:00amSaint Joseph School and Church

UNIVERSITY BAND FALL CONCERTSunday, December 6 | 5:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME JAZZ BANDS FALL CONCERTSunday, December 6 | 7:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

WEEKS 1 - 3 DECEMBER 1 - 20

FIRST SNOWFALL, DOWNTOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYS, AND SIPPING HOT COCOA.

THERE IS NO DENYING IT, winters can get pretty long

IN SOUTH BEND MISHAWAKA.

Luckily, locals have learned to embrace the winter chill AND DON’T STAY cooped up for too long.

WEEK 2: DECEMBER 7-13 NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. STONY BROOKTuesday, December 8 | 9:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. DEPAULWednesday, December 9 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

A CHRISTMAS CAROLWednesday, December 9 – Sunday, December 13 7:30pm through Saturday, 2:00pm on SundaySouth Bend Civic Theatre

NOTRE DAME GLEE CLUB & SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS CONCERTSaturday, December 12 | 2:30pm and 8:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. LOYOLA CHICAGOSunday, December 13 | 2:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

THE NUTCRACKERSaturday, December 12 & Sunday, December 13 2:00pm nightly plus 7:00pm on SaturdayMorris Performing Arts Center

WEEK 3: DECEMBER 14-20A CHRISTMAS CAROLWednesday, December 16 – Sunday, December 20 7:30pm through Saturday, 2:00pm on SundaySouth Bend Civic Theatre

SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYSSaturday, December 19 & Sunday, December 20 8:00pm & 2:30pm respectivelyMorris Performing Arts Center

CHRISTMAS AT LORETTOSunday, December 20 | 7:30pmChurch of Our Lady of Loretto, Saint Mary’s College

From left: Michigan Street festively decorated during Downtown for the Holidays; the iconic ape outside of The South Bend Chocolate Cafe; a scene from the Christmas classic, The Nutcracker; the South Bend Symphony Orchestra at the Morris Performing Arts Center.

HOW TO MAKE THE YUMMIEST HOT COCOA

14 weeks of WINTER

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! STRAIGHT NO CHASER Tuesday, December 22 | 7:30pmMorris Performing Arts Center NEW YEAR’S EVE Thursday, December 31 | 7:30pmPalais Royale

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Start with some of your favorite South Bend Chocolate Company milk chocolate. Slowly melt the chocolate until it reaches 100 degrees.

Warm your milk to 100 degrees, as well. Any milk will do from skim to whole.

Once both are warmed, the balance is up to you…Make it as chocolatey or creamy as you want!

Stir until it’s perfectly combined and top with whipped cream, a chocolate drizzle and cherry.

All that’s left to do is sip away!

WEEK 4: JANUARY 4-10NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. WESTERN MICHIGANFriday, January 8 | 7:35pmCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame

WATER BY THE SPOONFULFriday, January 8 – Sunday, January 17 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. PITTSBURGHSaturday, January 9 | TBDPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. NORTH CAROLINASunday, January 10 | 1:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: CHAMBER II: CLARINETSunday, January 10 | 2:30pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

WEEK 5: JANUARY 11-17WATER BY THE SPOONFULFriday, January 8 – Sunday, January 17 | TBD South Bend Civic Theatre

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. GEORGIA TECHWednesday, January 13 | TBDPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

BUDDY – THE BUDDY HOLLY STORYFriday, January 15 & Saturday, January 16 8:00pm nightly plus 2:00pm on SaturdayMorris Performing Arts Center NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. MERRIMACKFriday, January 15 & Saturday, January 16 7:35pm & 7:05pm respectivelyCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame

WEEKS 4 - 6 JANUARY 4 - 24

INNERTUBING, THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME HOCKEY, AND ICE SCULPTURES.

In winter, the woods reveal treasures unseen in summer: A woven cup of grass topped with a marshmallow cap of snow;

Scarlet stems of red-osier dogwood accenting the river’s edge.”

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WEEK 6: JANUARY 18-24SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION CONCERTMonday, January 18 | 7:00pmMorris Performing Arts Center

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. TENNESSEEMonday, January 18 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. VIRGINIA TECHWednesday, January 20 | TBDPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAMWednesday, January 20 through Friday, January 22 | 7:30pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

ROMEO & JULIETThursday, January 21 | 7:30 pmMorris Performing Arts Center

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. SYRACUSEThursday, January 21 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

CAMILLE A BROWN & DANCERSThursday, January 21 – Saturday, January 23 7:00pm through Friday, 7:30pm on SaturdayDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

12TH ANNUAL HUNTER ICE FESTIVALFriday, January 22 – Sunday, January 24Downtown Niles, Michigan

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. BOSTON COLLEGESaturday, January 23 | TBDPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. VIRGINIA TECHSunday, January 24 | 1:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

14 weeks of WINTER

From left: Innertubing at St. Patrick’s County Park; the Univeristy of Notre Dame’s Men’s Hockey team; ice sculpture from the annual Hunter Ice Festival in Niles, Michigan.

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The South Bend area embraces all seasons, and outdoor recreation abounds as the glisten of snow begins to coat the landscape. Our local parks systems will help you stay active as you explore our communities.

ICE SKATINGHOWARD PARK ICE RINK | Season begins Nov 27 MERRIFIELD ICE RINK | Season begins Dec 6

WINTER INNERTUBING FERRETTIE/BAUGO CREEK COUNTY PARK & ST. PATRICK’S COUNTY PARKWeekends, late-Dec through Feb

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING ST. PATRICK’S COUNTY PARKWednesday-Sunday, late-Dec through Feb

SNOWSHOEINGFERRETTIE/BAUGO CREEK COUNTY PARKWeekends, late-Dec through Feb All activities are weather permitting, and hours vary. Check respective websites for details. SJCPARKS.ORGMISHAWAKA.IN.GOVSBPARK.ORG

WEEK 7: JANUARY 25-31DTSB WINTER RESTAURANT WEEKMonday, January 25 – Sunday, January 31Participating Downtown Restaurants

THE MUSIC MANFriday, January 29 – Sunday, February 21 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre

NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. BOSTON COLLEGEFriday, January 29 | 7:35pmCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAMFriday, January 29 | 7:30pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame 2016 MICHIANA BOAT & SPORTS SHOWFriday, January 29 – Sunday, January 31 Century Center

THIRD COAST PERCUSSIONSaturday, January 30 | 7:30pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. WAKE FORESTSunday, January 31 | TBDPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

WEEK 8: FEBRUARY 1-7THE MUSIC MANFriday, January 29 – Sunday, February 21 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre DTSB WINTER RESTAURANT WEEKMonday, February 1 – Sunday, February 7Participating Downtown Restaurants

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. NORTH CAROLINAThursday, February 4 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

DTSB FIRST FRIDAYSFriday, February 5 | 5:00 – 9:00pmDowntown South Bend

TRINITY IRISH DANCE COMPANYFriday, February 5 & Saturday, February 6 7:00pm on Friday, 2:00pm & 7:30pm on SaturdayDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: PINES OF ROMESaturday, February 6 | 8:00pmMorris Performing Arts Center

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. NORTH CAROLINASaturday, February 6 | 2:00 & 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

WEEKS 7 - 10 JANUARY 25 - FEBRUARY 21

FIRST FRIDAYS, WINTER RESTAURANT WEEK, AND MUSICALPERFORMANCES.

Need a little reprieve from the dipping temperatures and falling snow? South Bend Mishawaka’s attractions offer just that, while still keeping the whole family active!

SKY ZONE TRAMPOLINE PARK 574.208.5005 | skyzone.com/mishawaka

SOUTH BEND CHOCOLATE PLAY CAFÉ 574.287.0725 | sbchocolate.com

STRIKES & SPARES ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 574.243.2695 | strikesandspares.us

SOUTH BEND CUBS PERFORMANCE CENTER 574.404.3636 southbendcubsperformancenter.com

GOLF CLUB OF CRANGER 574.400.0950 golfclubofgranger.com

WEEK 9: FEBRUARY 8-14 THE MUSIC MANFriday, January 29 – Sunday, February 21 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre

DESIGNS OF DANCEThursday, February 11 – Saturday, February 13 7:30pm nightly plus 2:30pm on SaturdayMoreau Center, Saint Mary’s College

NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. MAINEFriday, February 12 & Saturday, February 13 6:35pm & 7:05pm respectivelyCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: WICKED DIVASSaturday, February 13 | 8:00pmMorris Performing Arts Center

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. LOUISVILLESaturday, February 13 | 4:00 & 9:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. MIAMISunday, February 14 | 1:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

WEEK 10: FEBRUARY 15-21THE MUSIC MANFriday, January 29 – Sunday, February 21 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEMWednesday, February 17 | 7:30pmMoreau Center, Saint Mary’s College

14 weeks of WINTER

From left: Night shot looking down Michigan Street; sushi from Woochi; customers delving into a chocolate fountain at the South bend Chocolate Cafe during First Fridays; musical performance at the Morris Performing Arts Center.

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FOODIE TRAIL

ENJOY AFTERNOON TEAAT SORIN’SThursdays-Sundays November 28-March 26 Sorin’s, Morris Inn | University of Notre Dame Enjoy a variety of sweet and savory finger foods while sipping one of the delicious variations of Rishi tea available during this special mid-day break. Perfect for all ages and special occasions, including showers and birthday parties – complete with mini tea sets for little ones’ favorite doll or teddy bear! For reservations, call 574.631.2020 morrisinnholidays.com

WEEK 11: FEBRUARY 22-29

NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. CLEMSONThursday, February 25 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

NOTRE DAME HOCKEY VS. BOSTON UNIVERSITYFriday, February 26 & Saturday, February 27 7:35pm & 7:05pm respectivelyCompton Family Ice Arena, University of Notre Dame ROOM ON THE BROOMSaturday, February 27 | 2:30pmMoreau Center, Saint Mary’s College 10TH ANNUAL MICHIANA GOLF LIQUIDATION SALESaturday, February 27 | 10:00am – 6:00pmCentury Center NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. BOSTON COLLEGESaturday, February 27 | 1:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame AXIOM BRASSSaturday, February 27 | 7:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

WEEK 12: MARCH 1-6NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. MIAMIWednesday, March 2 | 7:00pmPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

DTSB FIRST FRIDAYSFriday, March 4 | 5:00 – 9:00pmDowntown South Bend

42ND STREETFriday, March 4 & Saturday, March 5 8:00pm plus 2:00pm on SaturdayMorris Performing Arts Center

NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. NORTH CAROLINA STATESaturday, March 5 | NoonPurcell Pavilion, University of Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: CHAMBER III: 20TH CENTURY MASTERSSunday, March 6 | 2:30pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center

WEEKS 11 - 14 FEBRUARY 22 - MARCH 20

ST. PADDY’S TENT PARTY, GREENING OF THE EAST RACE, AND MARCH MADNESS!

AS THE HOME OF THE IRISH™ the people here love to

C •E •L •E •B •R •A •T •E

St. Patrick’s Day!

The whole weekend is packed WITH ACTIVITIES LIKE PARADES, TENT PARTIES, PUB TOURS, & THE GREENING OF THE

EAST RACE WATERWAY.

WEEK 13: MARCH 7-13DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR. Friday, March 11 – Sunday, March 20 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre

DTSB ST. PADDY’S TENT PARTYFriday, March 11 | 5:00pmDowntown South Bend GRIFFIN’S STINKY CHEESE MANSaturday, March 12 | 11:00am & 2:00pmDeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

WEEK 14: MARCH 14-20DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR. Friday, March 11 – Sunday, March 20 | TBDSouth Bend Civic Theatre MARY POPPINS: THE MUSICALThursday, March 17 – Saturday, March 19 7:30pm plus 2:00pm on SaturdayEverest-Rohrer Auditorium, Bethel College SOUTH BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: A BEACH BOYS CELEBRATIONSaturday, March 19 | 8:00pmMorris Performing Arts Center DTSB EGGSTRAVAGANZASaturday, March 19 | TBDDowntown South Bend AFDENT AUTOFEST WHEEL OF FORTUNESaturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20 Century Center SUGAR CAMP DAYSSaturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20Bendix Woods County Park

14 weeks of WINTER

From left: Sugar Camp Days at Bendix Woods; Downtown South Bend’s St. Paddy’s Day Tent Party; annual greening of the East Race Waterway; Notre Dame Men’s Basketball at the Purcell Pavilion.

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SUMMERCan’t get enough of 14 weeks of Winter? Stay tuned for our Summer feature, 10 WEEKENDS OF SUMMER!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! ST. PADDY’S DAY PARADE Saturday, March 12 | 11:00amDowntown South Bend GREENING OF THE EAST RACE Saturday, March 12 | NoonEast Race Waterway

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