Valparaiso Parks & Recreation, IN

Central Park Plaza

Located in downtown Valparaiso, this Valpo Parks facility, offers plenty of space for weddings, group services, entertainment needs, and much more!
Porter Health Amphitheater

The Porter Health Amphitheater is an outdoor amphitheater perfect for concerts and events.
Rogers Lakewood

This 122-acre park is one of Valparaiso’s premier facilities, with activities that include hiking, fishing, and boating. Plan your next family or neighborhood event at Rogers-Lakewood Park!

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...

Oct 27
Special Event: Haunted Howl Run
Grab your Halloween costume and join us at Creekside Golf Course & Training Center for a haunted cross country style race. Test your endurance against the rolling hills of this beautiful property.

Nov 1
Banta Center: Health & Wellness Fair
Join us on Friday, November 1st for the Banta Senior Center Health & Wellness Fair. Birky's Catering Food truck is available for vendors and the community and handcrafted items will be on sale as well! Stop by Banta and be an advocate for a healthy tomorrow!

Nov 30
Special Event: Winter Fest and Tree Lighting
Join us as we kick off the holiday season with our annual Winter Fest sponsored by 1st Source Bank. We will have live figure skating performances, photos with Santa, vendors, live music performances and our lighting of the city holiday tree.

Dec 7
Day Trip: Purdue Christmas Show
An annual tradition for over 80 years, this is Purdue University Musical Organization's most powerful production of the year!

Dec 12
Special Event: Valpo Luminary Walk
The Vale Park West Pathway come alive after dark with thousands of luminaries. Carolers, cookies, and hot chocolate await you!

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...