Valparaiso Parks & Recreation, IN

Ice Skating

Join the Valpo Parks Foundation and the Valpo Parks Department for this exclusive, family friendly, First Skate Fundraiser at Central Park Plaza!
Winter Fest

Join us as we kick off the holiday season with caroling, figure skating performances, photos with Santa, hot chocolate, and the lighting of the Central Park Plaza holiday tree.
Youth Hockey

Children ages 5-18 will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of ice hockey in a fun, challenging and encouraging environment!
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...

Nov 16
Fundraiser: First Skate
Join the Valpo Parks Foundation and the Valpo Parks Department for this exclusive, family friendly, First Skate Fundraiser at Central Park Plaza! Tickets are only $15 per person and benefit the Valpo Parks Foundation. Thank you to our First Skate event sponsor! Anytime Fitness North Valparaiso

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!

Dec 14
Special Event: Touch-A-Truck
Kids of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to explore their favorite big rigs during this free hands-on Touch a Truck event. Complimentary refreshments, Santa, music and more!

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...