South Bend Cubs Announce 2027 Home Game Times

October 13, 2026 - SOUTH BEND, IN - In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the South Bend Cubs have announced home game start times for the 2027 season. The Cubs will open the season on the road against the Quad Cities River Bandits before returning to Four Winds Field for the home opener on Tuesday, April 6, against the Peoria Chiefs. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 PM ET. All game times are listed in Eastern Time. "Each season brings a renewed sense of excitement, and we can't wait to welcome fans back ... Full Story

Upcoming Events at Four Winds Field

October 6, 2026 - Although it's the baseball off-season for the South Bend Cubs, there is still plenty happening at Four Winds Field this fall and beyond. Upcoming events are below. Complete details can be found at SouthBendCubs.com. Bethel Classic: Tuesday, October 6 Bethel University vs. IUSB - first pitch at 6:30pm Fall Exhibition Game: Friday, October 9 Notre Dame vs. Indiana - first pitch at 6:30pm Cops & Goblins: Tuesday, October 20 Fun & safe trick or treating with Stu, Ivy, and the South... Full Story

University of Notre Dame to Host Indiana University at Four Winds Field on October 9

September 17, 2026 - SOUTH BEND, IN - The University of Notre Dame and Indiana University will bring their baseball rivalry to Downtown South Bend this fall as the Fighting Irish host the Hoosiers in a special exhibition game at Four Winds Field on Friday, October 9. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. with first pitch scheduled for 6:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $10 plus ticketing fees, with proceeds benefiting Beacon Children's Hospital. Tickets on sale Monday, September 21 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Concessi... Full Story

South Bend Cubs Draw over 300,000 Fans to Four Winds Field for Ninth Time Since 2015

September 16, 2026 - SOUTH BEND, IN - The South Bend Cubs made momentous strides both on the diamond, as well as in the stands at Four Winds Field during the 2026 season. Finishing with the best record in the Midwest League at 77-51, South Bend became a first-half division champion for the first time since 2016. The Cubs players had plenty of support along the way on their path to the playoffs, as the organization finished the year with a total attendance of 314,301. Since South Bend became a Chicago Cubs affilia... Full Story

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