37. South Bend, IN

The lively life in South Bend definitely revolves around the college. The area around the college is very attractive, and the rest of the city isn't too bad either. The nightlife relies on what night you go out and what the college students are doing. If there is something big going on in the town, life definitely gets more exciting. When you think about South Bend and think about something big going on there, it can only mean one thing: a Notre Dame football game. People flood the area from all over the country for every home game, so make reservations in advance for a motel or beg one of the campgrounds for a plot of land or piece of their parking lot to throw up a tent. If you have an interest in football, the fans will usually find a way to help you out. If you are younger, blend yourself into the campus-scene the night before the game and follow the crowd. They'll lead you to different parts of the university (including the stadium) for some crazy pep rallies and probably some decent college parties afterwards. They definitely love their football. After that, nothing else in the city really seems to matter that much.Once I was able to get over the fact that I hate Notre Dame sports, I was able to enjoy myself in South Bend. If you feel a hatred towards the Fighting Irish as well, just go pee on their stadium and chant for your own favorite team... it definitely helps get the aggression out.