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Early Afternoon – Arrive at South Bend International Airport
4:30 PM CST / 5:30 PM EST – Indulge in an unforgettable dining experience overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan. Dinner, drinks, and music at Dune Acres Clubhouse in Dune City, IN.
8:30 PM CST / 9:30 PM EST – Exclusive After Party and Overnight Accommodations at Blue Chip Casino Lounge and Hotel in Michigan City, IN.
9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST – Enjoy breakfast and beverages in transit to Notre Dame Stadium.
10:30 AM CST / 11:30 AM EST – Scratch this one off your bucket list: Tailgating with the Regional Champions Tailgate event at Notre Dame Stadium in Notre Dame, IN. Food, drinks, and camaraderie with fellow champions included. Network with Utility Partners, regional stakeholders, and local economic development organizations.
1:30 PM CST / 2:30 PM EST – Following the Regional Champions Tailgate, guests will enjoy the game from the 50-yard line in the lower bowl! Cheer on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team as they take on Central Michigan. Be sure to check out the Stadium Bag Policy and other info in advance: https://fightingirish.com/fbgameday-info/)
5:30 PM CST / 6:30 PM EST – Keep the festivities rolling on a private party bus to Northeast Indiana with dinner included.
8:00 PM CST / 9:00 PM EST – Are you the next MVP? Get your swings in at the batting cages at Parkview Field, home of the Fort Wayne TinCaps baseball team. Network with members of the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership (NEI) team.
8:00 AM CST / 9:00 AM EST – Start your day with a tour of Electric Works, the incredible mixed-use redevelopment of the century-old General Electric campus in downtown Fort Wayne. Then, enjoy a Brunch event with made-to-order omelets prepared live in the Teaching Kitchen at Electric Works’ Union Street Market.
Midmorning – We will take you to Fort Wayne International Airport for your departure.