Join the Valparaiso community for one of the best entertainment and fireworks shows in the area! Event kicks off at 5 pm with live music, food trucks, and patriotic events leading up to the show. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15pm by ACE...
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City of Valparaiso 4th of July Celebration
Halloween Howl Fest
What has traditionally been just a 2K/5K run will now be a day FULL of Halloween-themed, family fun at a new location - Rogers Lakewood Park! After the run, families can enjoy hayrides, s'mores by the fire, music, food, games, crafts, and more....
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What has traditionally been just a 2K/5K run will now be a day FULL of Halloween-themed, family fun at a new location - Rogers Lakewood Park! After the run, families can enjoy hayrides, s'mores by the fire, music, food, games, crafts,...
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Saturday, October 22nd ROGERS LAKEWOOD PARK What has traditionally been just a 2K/5K run will now be a day FULL of Halloween-themed, family fun at a new location - Rogers Lakewood Park! After the run, families can enjoy hayrides, s'mores by...
Read MoreCreekside Par-Tee
Join Valpo Parks Golf and the Creekside Golf Course staff for a par-tee! Guests will enjoy this FREE, family-friendly event full of games, contests, food and prizes on Sunday, March 1st from noon to 3pm. Contests include: Prize to the winner of each...
Read MoreFirst Skate Fundraiser
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. The Valpo Parks Foundation...
Read MoreHorticulture Open House
Join us for an Open House at our Horticulture location to show off our upgrades on the facility as well as check in on the ValPAWraiso Dog Park construction updates!
Read MoreLit’l Kernel Puff Race
The Most Fun Your Kid Will Have All Year!Kids can join the Popcorn Festival fun with this unique kid-friendly race in Downtown Valparaiso. Kids run 100 - 300 yard events; distance varies by age group. Everyone receives a t-shirt and participation...
Read MoreValpo Night Ride
Experience the thrill of bicycling by starlight during the 8th Valpo Night Ride. This 15-mile ride begins and ends at the Butterfield Family Pavilion and allows participants to ride in and around the City at a safe pace at night. Riders will enjoy a...
Read MoreDiscovery Cottage Open House
School is back in session and we are excited to get the ball rolling at Discovery Cottage! On Thursday, August 22nd, from 6pm - 8pm, parents are invited to meet the staff and learn about all the programs and classes offered this year. Kids are...
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