About Irish Jam
Head Coaches Niele Ivey and Micah Shrewsberry invite you to take over Eddy Street on Friday, October 3rd with a South Bend celebration of Notre Dame basketball!
Irish Jam presented by Under Armour is the ultimate celebration of Notre Dame basketball, the South Bend community, and everything that makes us Fighting Irish proud.
This isn’t your average game day — it’s a full-on festival of hoops and hype. Save the date, lace up your kicks, and get ready to bring the noise.
Irish Jam is open and free to the public. This is a first-come, first-served, standing room only event.
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 3, 2025 | Eddy Street Commons
Noon – 5:00 PM | Community programming led by Under Armour
5:00-6:00 PM | Music set from DJ
6:00 – 8:00 PM | Irish Jam main event
The event will promptly end at 8:00 PM
In the event of weather, programming may be delayed by a maximum of 30 minutes or cancelled entirely.
Glenn and Stacey Murphy Head Men’s Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry and Karen and Kevin Keyes Family Head Women’s Basketball Coach Niele Ivey will address the crowd before introductions of both the men’s and women’s basketball teams
Before October 3, fans will get a chance to vote for two captains who will draft their Irish Jam teams. The two co-ed teams will then engage in three All-Star-esque competitions: a 3-point contest, a skills challenge and a shooting stars challenge.
In addition to Under Armour, the production of Irish Jam is supported by Visit South Bend Mishawaka. Along with games and prizes, a fan fest will be held, featuring activations.
Buy The Bend Collection
The Bend Collection is available online and in-store at the Hammes Bookstore and Notre Dame Bookstore on Eddy St. There are a limited number of replica jerseys available at the Eddy St. bookstore.
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The Bend Jersey
It’s more than just a uniform. It’s the city it represents. Welcome to The Bend.
The Details
Team Irish Jammers
Team Shamrock City
Parking
Fans are encouraged to park in the Joyce and Stadium lots or other available on-campus parking across the street. Note: Overnight parking is prohibited in all lots. All vehicles will be towed from football game day parking lots beginning at 6:00 AM.
The Eddy Street Commons parking garage will be available from either the Burns Avenue or Napoleon Street entrances.
FAQ
Can anyone play on the court?
There is no open court play. The court is reserved for the events and programming surrounding Irish Jam only.
Will Eddy St. Commons restaurants still be open for dining?
Yes. For a list of restaurants located on Eddy Street, visit https://www.eddycommons.com/directory. Please visit the restaurant’s website for updated hours of operation.
Will food and drink be provided?
Food and drink will not be provided outside of restaurant dining. There will be water stations available.
Can alcohol be consumed outside?
Eddy Street is not an open-container area. Alcohol consumption beyond restaurant patio borders is prohibited.
Will there be restrooms available?
A limited amount of portable outdoor restrooms will be added on-site. Otherwise, please respect all Eddy Street restaurant restroom policies.
Can I bring my own chair (or ladder)?
Irish Jam is standing room only. Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!