Mactoberfest - October 15, 2025

MACTOBERFEST

OCTOBER 15 | 5 - 9 pm Head to Downtown South Bend for a celebration of Mac & Cheese paired with the perfect locally brewed beer!*

Mactoberfest is an evening of fun, food, and fall. Stroll from one restaurant to another, sampling the finest versions of Mac & Cheese anywhere, produced by some of our area’s best chefs.

Each sample will be accompanied by a beer thoughtfully chosen to enhance your experience of this magnificent comfort food.

Participating restaurants will be competing for your vote to decide who wins the award for:
- Best Mac and Cheese
- Best Pairing
- Most Creative Mac and Cheese

BRING YOUR APPETITE AND ENJOY!

Downtown Dining Association and participating restaurants cannot guarantee all dietary needs will be met.

Watch for updates as they become available!

Also check out other Food & Drink events in South Bend.