Summer Fun Near KINTZ Farm
Whether you're visiting family, attending a Notre Dame program, or simply looking for a summer getaway, there's no shortage of things to do around South Bend and Notre Dame this season.
Here are some of the top events and activities happening near KINTZ Farm.
Notre Dame Summer Programs & Camps
Summer brings thousands of visitors to Notre Dame each year for camps, academic programs, and special events.
Summer Scholars
A popular pre-college program where students spend two weeks on campus taking college-level courses taught by Notre Dame faculty.
Learn more:
https://precollege.nd.edu/summer-scholars/
Notre Dame Athletics Camps
Families visit South Bend throughout the summer for youth sports camps including basketball, baseball, football, golf, and more. Camp sessions run throughout June, July, and August.
Learn more:
https://fightingirish.com/camps-home/
STEM Summer Camps
Middle school students can participate in hands-on STEM programs hosted in the South Bend and Mishawaka area.
Downtown South Bend Summer Concerts
Howard Park Summer Concert Series
One of South Bend's most popular summer traditions.
Live music takes place throughout the summer from June through September at Howard Park.
Learn more:
https://sbvpa.org/things-to-do/howard-park-summer-concert-series/
Arts, Festivals & Community Events
Downtown South Bend Celebrate Summer
A full calendar of outdoor activities, concerts, markets, and family events runs throughout the summer.
View the schedule:
https://www.downtownsouthbend.com/celebrate-summer
South Bend Fusion Fest
One of the area's largest multicultural celebrations featuring food, music, art, and entertainment.
More information:
https://www.visitsouthbend.com/events/annual-events/south-bend-fusion-fest/
Art Beat
South Bend's largest annual arts festival is a favorite summer tradition featuring artists, musicians, food vendors, and family activities.
County Fairs & Regional Festivals
St. Joseph County 4-H Fair
A summer favorite featuring:
Livestock exhibits
Food vendors
Entertainment
Family activities
Fair competitions
More information:
https://4hfair.com/
Elkhart Jazz Festival
June 18–21, 2026
Just a short drive from KINTZ Farm, this annual festival features more than 100 performers across multiple venues.
Learn more:
https://www.visitelkhartcounty.com/events/annual-events/
Boots on the Bend Music Festival
August 14–15, 2026
A brand-new country music festival coming to the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds with major artists, food, and summer entertainment.
Learn more:
https://www.visitsouthbend.com/events/boots-on-the-bend/
Arts & Entertainment at Notre Dame
Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival
The summer season includes performances and special events at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center. In 2026, productions include Macbeth and special cultural performances.
Learn more:
https://performingarts.nd.edu/
Stay Close to Everything
KINTZ Farm is conveniently located near:
University of Notre Dame
Downtown South Bend
Howard Park
St. Joseph County Fairgrounds
Local festivals and summer events
Whether you're visiting for a sports camp, family event, festival, or weekend getaway, KINTZ Farm offers a comfortable home base close to all the action.
