Cloudy with occasional showers this afternoon. High 83F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%..
Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers. Low 66F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%.
Cloudy with occasional showers this afternoon. High 83F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%..
Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers. Low 66F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%.
Atop the Main Building and covered in actual gold leaf, the Golden Dome is visible for miles on a clear day from the right vantage point.
History, architecture and traditions are abundant at Notre Dame.
Notre Dame's campus will come alive Saturday with fans from every corner of the country soaking in all of the school's legendary game day traditions.
PEGGS is a local brunch option for Herd fans who need to eat before cheering on Marshall's football team.
PEGGS is a local brunch option for Herd fans who need to eat before cheering on Marshall's football team.
Notre Dame running back Audric Estime, center, is congratulated by wide receiver Jayden Thomas after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Atop the Main Building and covered in actual gold leaf, the Golden Dome is visible for miles on a clear day from the right vantage point.
History, architecture and traditions are abundant at Notre Dame.
Notre Dame's campus will come alive Saturday with fans from every corner of the country soaking in all of the school's legendary game day traditions.
PEGGS is a local brunch option for Herd fans who need to eat before cheering on Marshall's football team.
PEGGS is a local brunch option for Herd fans who need to eat before cheering on Marshall's football team.
Notre Dame running back Audric Estime, center, is congratulated by wide receiver Jayden Thomas after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio.
Marshall fans flocking to Indiana this week may be headed there for one reason only — to witness the Thundering Herd football team take on storied Notre Dame, currently ranked in the Top 10. But while the focus is on football, there's no reason to ignore everything else the South Bend region has to offer visitors.
The staff at Visit South Bend Mishawaka (@visitsouthbend) highly recommends Herd fans arrive on Friday to explore both the well-known and roads less traveled in The Bend.
Notre Dame has a full schedule of events for the home football weekend available online. For more information, visit experiencesandevents.nd.edu/gameday.
Here are additional suggestions from the region's tourism experts. Map out your visit before you hit the road!
Drop off your things at your accommodations, and explore around town and the Notre Dame campus. Friday's forecast calls for nothing but sun, with a high of 85 degrees and a low of 63.
The history, architecture and traditions are abundant at Notre Dame, but there are 10 campus landmarks on the must-see list.
Football Fridays feature plenty of pre-game traditions even those donning green will enjoy.
The Guglielmino Complex is home to the Notre Dame football team but fans can check it out for themselves from 8 am. to 2 p.m. on home game Fridays. Access is free and limited to the areas where several Heisman Trophies and other memorabilia is on display.
From 4:10-4:20 p.m., head to the Main Building (with its Golden Dome on top) to see the Notre Dame Band's trumpet section play some favorite songs.
If you're a night owl, every Friday during a home football weekend, just before midnight, the Notre Dame Drumline convenes in front of the Main Building. After the bells of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart chime for midnight, the drumline play cadences, the fight song and other fan favorites to signify the official beginning of game day.
Off campus, a little bit of something for everyone is promised in The Bend.
Want to enjoy the outdoors like a local? Howard Park in South Bend is a family friendly and accessible gathering place and an area for outdoor exploration. Free street parking is available all around the park, which features an interactive set of water fountains and jets reminiscent of those outside the Bellagio in Las Vegas. A riverwalk trail will lead you along the St. Joseph River.
Maybe you prefer something indoors, with an educational benefit? Potawatomi Zoo, a popular place for families, is home to more than 400 animals including a rhino, tigers, a lion and more.
South Bend's Museum District features the Studebaker National Museum, highlighting automotive history; The History Museum, educating visitors on the region and its past; and the Civil Rights Heritage Center, which educates visitors on historical and contemporary issues of social justice and civil rights.
Don't forget to eat! For fare within walking distance of campus, Visit South Bend Mishawaka recommends O’Rourkes and the Eddy Street Commons area. On campus, there will be a Friday Night Bash featuring food trucks, drinks and live music from 6:30 to 10 p.m., on the Notre Dame Stadium Concourse.
Looking to meet up with other Herd fans? Big Green members staying in Chicago can meet up at Big Bar at the Hyatt Regency Chicago from 6-8 p.m. CST, while Big Green members staying in South Bend can meet at the Century Center South Bend from 8-10 p.m. EST.
Time to cheer on the Herd! Saturday's forecast calls for a high of 84 degrees, mostly sunshine and just a 24% chance of rain showers. Kickoff is at 2:30 p.m. Don't be late!
Football weekends in South Bend
Local brunch options include South Bend Chocolate Cafe, Nick’s Patio, Studebagels, PEGGS, Breakfast Club, The Early Bird Eatery and the Eddy Street Commons area. Looking for a pre-game drink? Visit South Bend Mishawaka recommends Corby’s Linebacker Lounge and Taphouse on the Edge.
Notre Dame's campus will come alive with fans from every corner of the country soaking in all of the school's legendary game day traditions. Plan ahead and arrive early to take it all in.
Transpo, the public transit system in South Bend, runs a free shuttle to Notre Dame on game days. The Gameday Express Route picks up at multiple locations in downtown South Bend and drops off visitors at the Eck Visitors Center. It runs for three hours before kickoff and two hours after the game ends.
Looking to tailgate? Notre Dame lots open at 8 a.m. and require a parking pass.
Gates to Notre Dame Stadium open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Vendors inside the stadium no longer accept cash; payment must be via debit or credit card.
Coolers, luggage, purses, backpacks, etc. are not allowed inside the stadium. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC so they can be easily inspected. Small clutch bags or wallets are permitted.
Why rush home? Cross some additional sightseeing stops off your list, enjoy a relaxed local meal or visit a neighboring town.
Back on campus, Mass will take place at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
For a full list of possibilities, check out www.visitsouthbend.com.
If you're staying in Huntington this weekend, never fear. You can still tune in and cheer on the Herd! The game will be nationally broadcast on NBC.
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