What types of programs will you offer this season?
Our Fall Fun Times is now available! We are offering many fun and exciting programs for you. 
A few highlights include: Fall Harvest Festival, Active Aging Week, "Raise a Glass" Exhibit, Intergenerational Fishing Derby, Concerts at Foellinger Theatre, Fright Night Events, Botanical Brew, Special Interest Classes, ....and Fall FUN for all ages!
Upcoming events include: Sweet Breeze Speciality Tours, Sunday Heritage Concert Series, Riverfront Halloween Hunt, Free Family Fishing Day, Muddy River Concert Series, Confluence Kitchen: Latin America, Be Your Own Artist, Be a Tourist in Your Hometown, Kickboxing with 9Round, River Rangers, Yoga on the Riverfront, and much MORE! Check out the on-line calendar for information on all of these exciting programs!
Raise a Glass is happening at the Botanical Conservatory!
Upcoming events include: Raise a Glass! $1 Nights, Botanical Brew, Fall Bonsai Show, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Garden Trick or Trick, Pumpkin Path Display, Fall Plant Swap, T’ai Chi Tuesdays, Botanical Classes, Bones for Life, and so much more!
What about Golf? I’d really like to get out and play.
Reduced Fall Fees begin September 30!
McMillen Park Golf Course (260-427-6710)
Shoaff Park Golf Course (260-427-6745)
Foster Park Golf Course (260-427-6735)
Treasures of Tuscany trip planned for October 2024!
I'd like to take a Day Trip or maybe even contemplate a longer trip? When can I do this?
We hope to resume our Day travel program in the future. We are, however, offering some extended trips. Check out the Extended Travel link to learn more.
How can I stay connected to you socially?
You can reach out via our Social Media channels: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and our Podcast link.
What are your park hours? Do they even close?
All 89 Parks generally remain open (weather permitting). At times we need to close a park due to storm damage or high river levels. Our park hours are 6 am-11 pm daily.
Do the spraygrounds close?
The spraygrounds traditionally open for Memorial Day weekend and close in September (weather permitting) . All Spraygrounds are currently OPEN!
When will the drinking fountains & restrooms be opened for the season?
Drinking fountains and restrooms are currently open for the season.
I am seeing people not abiding by park rules and I am not sure what to do?
If you notice issues with the public at a particular park please report to the Police Non-Emergency number (260-427-1222) as we rely on the Police for enforcement issues. If it is an emergency, please dial 911.
I have a pavilion reservation and I am unsure what to do?
Book a pavilion on-line or call our office at 260-427-6000 if you have questions. Or you can stop by!
I have a dog but do not have a dog pass. Can I get one?
Sure!
To obtain a membership to our Dog Parks you may either come into the office with your most recent vet records showing your dog is current on the rabies, parvo and distemper vaccinations or:
Click on this link: https://eform.acfw.net/lfserver/PawsterParkPoochPlaygroundPass;
Fill out the form and attach your most recent vet records showing your dog is current on the rabies, parvo and distemper vaccinations;
Await a call from the office staff to obtain your credit card information;Stop by the office and pick up your gate key and dog tag
Your dogs will thank you for it!
The membership is $40 and expires on December 31st. If you were to wait until July 1st or after to purchase the membership it is $20. If you have additional questions, just give us a call at 260-427-6000.
How do I contact your office? I have other questions that are not covered here.
The Administrative Office (705 E. State Blvd.) is OPEN to the public from Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm. If you prefer, you can reach out to us via phone: 260-427-6000.
Watch the detailed video on how to enter our main office here!
