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Valparaiso Skatepark
Valpo Parks is excited to announce Phase 1 of a new skatepark is complete!
- Public Engagement – Online Survey & Virtual Public Meetings
- Site Selection – Fairgrounds Park
- Conceptual Skatepark Design
- Overall Park Layout & Site Amenities
Thanks to the Skatepark Task Force, the City of Valparaiso, Abonmarche and, DugOut Design Studio for all your hard work.
Phase 2 is underway! Valpo Parks is pleased to announce the launch of the "Get on Board" fundraising campaign to raise money for the project. A variety of opportunities are available for private organizations and individual donors.
To donate, please visit the Valpo Parks Foundation page to make an online contribution!
Looking to get involved?
Phase 1:
Online Public Survey - January 15 through January 24Virtual Public Engagement Session - February 3Virtual Public Findings & Renderings Presentation - February 17Virtual Presentation to Park Board - April 27
Phase 2:
Finalize the skatepark designGenerate project cost estimateBegin fundraising campaign
Phase 3:
- Continue private fundraising efforts
- Develop a construction bid package
- Hire a team to build the park
- Ribbon cutting - CELEBRATE!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is part of the planning process of the skatepark?
A task force is in place with local skate enthusiasts as well as key players in making this skatepark a reality - Dug Ketterman of DugOut Design Studio (& former Valparaiso Viking), Jeff Zielinski of Driftwood Collective, and Matt Keiser of Abonmarche.
Where will the skatepark be located?
After multiple sites were considered and a thorough analysis was completed, Fairgrounds Park was selected as the future site of the Valparaiso Skatepark.
Will this skatepark be for more than just skateboarders?
Yes! We will cater to all sports including: skateboard, bike, scooter and skates.
When will this skatepark be complete?
Our goal is to have cost estimates by the end of May. With the proper funding we hope to have construction in progress by 2022.
How do I get involved in the skatepark?
For more information on how you can donate to the project, please contact Lisa Kusbel at lkusbel@valpo.us.. To donate online visit the Valpo Parks Foundation website HERE.
Who do I contact with questions on the skatepark?
Please direct questions to Skatepark@valpo.us.
Fundraising is Phase 2 of the project and it’s currently underway. With a private funding goal of $1 million, the project has raised $250,000 to date through the “Get on Board” campaign. The remainder of 2022 will consist of fundraising events and grass root efforts to raise awareness and build excitement around this generational skatepark. Continue to follow Valpo Parks on social media and visit the Parks website for updates or to “get on board.
-Valpo Parks Assistant Director, Kevin Nuppnau
Get Involved
For more information on how you can provide input and participate in these projects, please sign up for our Valparaiso Skatepark email list.
Get on Board
For more information on how you can donate to the project, please visit the Valpo Parks Foundation website HERE.