Valparaiso Parks & Recreation, IN

Central Park Plaza

Central Park Plaza is located in downtown Valparaiso offers plenty of space for weddings, services, entertainment needs, and more. Features include the Porter Health Amphitheater, splash-pad play area, accessible restrooms, and a seating capacity of 150. Read on...
Valpo Parks Foundation

The Valpo Parks Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, exists to support the Valpo Parks Department. The Foundation serves as a catalyst to bring projects to fruition, capturing the spirit of residents to make our community even stronger. Read on...
Valpo Parks Golf

Valpo Parks Golf consists of two great public golf courses located just miles apart. Forest Park Golf Course and Creekside Golf Course & Training Center create a 360 degree golfing experience for people of all ages, abilities and interest levels. Read on...

Aug 15
Neighborhood Park Volunteer Day
This year at our annual Neighborhood Park Volunteer Day we'll have groups at 200 East, Jessee-Pifer, Forest Park and Kirchhoff Park spreading mulch and helping with other tasks. All ages welcome. Thanks to our friends at The Home Depot we'll have plenty of supplies so all you'll need to do is show up!

Sep 11
Group Bike Ride - Heroes Ride
Join other community bike enthusiasts on this FREE bike ride. This ride will travel paved pathways and city sidewalks in honor of our local heroes. Ride will start and finish at Foundation Meadows Service Memorial Fountain. All ages welcome!

Sep 12
Popcorn Panic 5K Run/Walk
With the cancellation of the 2020 Popcorn Festival we will not be able to host the Popcorn Panic with our traditional format. Without the festival support of road closures, police, EMS and other vital resources, we will need to change the look of the Panic this year. Despite these challenges, Valpo Parks is dedicated to keeping the tradition of the Popcorn Panic alive in 2020!

Sep 19
Houseplant & Replanting Workshop
Enjoy a few hours learning from the experts of Chesterton Feed & Garden Center! Topics covered will be: potting and repotting, propagation, pruning, pests and more. After the program, supplies will be provided to repot one houseplant. 12" and smaller pots will be provided along with soil. Registration deadline is September 9th!

Oct 4
Scarecrows from Scratch
Create, from scratch, your own child-sized scarecrow to add to your fall decor.

Valpo Parks Foundation “Leaders Giving Back” continues with newly named Biff Geiss League

Youth Sports Fund will enable Valpo Parks to increase its capability to offer the highest quality in officials and coaches training and provide the best and safest equipment to all age groups. Read on...
Valpo Parks Foundation 501(c)3 elects 2019 officers, adds three members to the Board

Valpo Parks Foundation, is pleased to announce the addition of three new board members: Brandi Anstine, Dr. Jim McCall, Alex Olympidis. Read on...
Valpo Parks and Dr. E. Ric Frataccia honored by Indiana Parks and Recreation Association

Indiana Parks & Recreation Association honored award winners from around the state Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at its annual conference in French Lick, Indiana. Read on...