What's happening this weekend in Michiana
Here are just a few of the events and activities going on in the Michiana area this weekend.
Valley RV and Camping Show in South Bend runs through weekend
The Valley RV and Camping Show is taking place at the Century Center Thursday through Sunday in South Bend.
Attendees can expect to see new RVs, travel trailers, motor homes, fifth wheels, and toy haulers all in one place.
"You know, one of the nicest things about coming to the Valley RV and Camping Show here in South Bend is it's right in the backyard of the home of the RV industry. So, an RV typically gets a little more expensive the further it travels from the factory, because dealers need to pay freight costs on that, we're right down the road from the manufacturers. So as far as pricing on an RV here in South Bend, it gets nowhere else in the country better pricing than what we have here at the show," said Show Director Matt Rose.
Organizers say there will also be special show financing and clearance specials.
Show dates and hours:
- Thursday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sunday - noon to 5 p.m.
Winter programs kick off at Saint Patrick's County Park
St. Patrick's County Parks announced winter programs have returned, so grab your tickets, tubes, and hit the hill.
Tickets are $5 per person plus the vehicle gate fee of $4 for in-county vehicles and $5 for out-of-county vehicles.
Public innertubing hours:
- Friday - 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday - noon to 5 p.m.
- Sunday - noon to 5 p.m.
You can get your tickets at the gatehouse starting at 3:15pm.
St. Patrick's County Park is located at 57057 Ash Rd. in Osceola.
Potawatomi Zoo to open Jan. 11 for Winter Days
Officials with the Potawatomi Zoo announced it will open its doors Saturdays and Sundays for Winter Days starting on Jan. 11.
Winter Days will run through March 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“We know people love to get out of the house in the winter, and there’s plenty to do at the Zoo,” says Josh Sisk, Executive Director of the Potawatomi Zoo. “Plus, it’s fun for visitors to see how the Zoo animals behave at different times of the year. A lot of them really love the cooler temps!”
The Zoo will be closed on March 1 for a private event.
Winter Days are free for Zoo members, with discounted admission for non-members.
Adults are $12 per person while kids are $10 per person.
Officials say while concessions in The Lodge are closed, visitors can go inside to warm up and watch the bears.
Drinks and snacks can be purchased at the Farmhouse Café near the flamingo pond.