6 Events & Shows

Local Venues

Ranging from all ages to 18+, South Bend offers a wide variety of live music throughout the week. If you are looking for a coffee-house venue to enjoy some local music, or an open-mic bar night, there are many spots here in South Bend to choose from. Here we will highlight some weekly, all ages events that are continuously showcasing local musicians and artists!

Downtown Chocolate Cafe

Photo by The Chocolate Cafe

The South Bend Chocolate Company Cafe holds many acoustic performances all year round. This local venue is in the heart of downtown where the performances either take place inside the cafe itself, or on the outdoor patio. Listeners can enjoy their food and coffee while relaxing to the acoustic performances put on by local musicians!

Chicory Cafe

Down the street from the Downtown Chocolate Cafe resides the Chicory Cafe. This cafe often holds live music performances and is a great spot to catch a quick bite to eat while discovering new up-and-coming artists!

Smokestack Brew

Although it is your typical bar, Smokestack Brew holds many live performances every week, including an open-mic night every Thursday for all ages. This popular spot for live music is always packed full of locals who want to enjoy a lively rock performance and it is a great spot to have some fun!