Valpo Parks

The Friends of Fishing Club and Valpo Parks once again team up to host the 13th annual Take-A-Kid Fishing derby. This event is completely free for the entire family. This is an Indiana DNR free fishing day so adults may fish without a license.  Only...

The Mayor's Youth Council's COLOR FUN RUN benefitting Valpo Parks is FUN for the whole family!  This 1.5 mile course will include running, walking, and colorful fun along with various obstacle stations to keep you on your toes!  This...

This FREE interactive vendor fair encourages kids to 'get involved and be active.' Local businesses and organizations will showcase the amazing opportunities they have available for kids of all ages. See demonstrations of kid-centric activities and...

Search for the best finds! Patrons may shop vendor booths of gently used infant, toddler and children apparel, toys, furniture, and more!  Cash only for admission.  Individual vendors will accept cash, and some may accept electronic...

Join Valpo Parks downtown for the chance to safely view the 2024 Solar Eclipse! Watch day turn to night as Valparaiso experiences about 96% coverage of the sun during this exciting natural phenomenon.  Purchase lunch from one of the food trucks,...

As your body ages, bone density can decrease, leading to falls and breaks. Join us for a conversation on exercises, foods, and vitamins that can help improve or prevent osteoporosis, and osteopenia. A free bone density screening will be offered for...

Eating healthy is easier when you know how to get through the grocery store efficiently. Learn from a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist from Community Healthcare System about making wise food choices, reading labels, and being...

Join us to honor our military veterans. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Duty & Sacrifice monument and honor our military veterans. There will be a special guest reflection by a local veteran.

Halloween Fun Time at Rogers Lakewood Park! Join us for our 2nd year at Rogers Lakewood for a day full of Halloween-themed, family fun.  After the 2K walk/run and the Dog Walk, families can enjoy hayrides, s'mores by the fire, music, food, crafts,...

Our last group ride of the season is a great opportunity to check out all of the colorful changing leaves that Valpo has to offer – and what better place to do that than Rogers Lakewood Park! Ride will begin at the Kiwanis Shelter. No registration...