Annual Events

The Valpo Parks Foundation hosts four major events per year to support the mission of the Valpo Parks. If you or someone you know is interested in sponsoring an event, please feel free to reach out.

Events Snapshot

  • EVENT DETAILS
    Date: June 11, 2026
    Time: 6-9 PM
    Location: Urschel Pavilion at Central Park
    Directions

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    EVENT OVERVIEW
    The Annual Party in the Park was back in Central Park Plaza this year and it did not disappoint.

    Community members from around town were asked to perform a lip sync’d song to raise money for the Valpo Parks Foundation. They pulled out all the stops with costumes, hilarious dances, and performances that brought the house down!

    WHO BENEFITS?
    Proceeds from this event will support the Tot Spot playground at Kirchhoff Park.

  • EVENT DETAILS
    Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026

    AM Flight: Check-in starts at 7:30am, shotgun start at 8:30am. Lunch and awards take place at 11:30am.

    PM Flight: Check-in and lunch start at 12:00 pm, shotgun start at 1:30 pm. Awards take place at 4:30 pm.

    Location: Creekside Golf Course
    Directions

    EVENT OVERVIEW
    This one-of-a-kind golf outing gives kids an opportunity to play in a real shotgun start, best ball style outing. This fun-filled day of golf includes food, awards, and a Creekside Classic Golf Outing shirt for all participants.

    WHO THE OUTING BENEFITS
    The Creekside Classic Golf Outing benefits the Valpo Parks Foundation in its mission to continue the quality of the community parks system.

    ADDITIONAL DETAILS
    2 flight options for faster play - Each flight involves a 12-hole best ball scramble with a shotgun start, and a skills competition for kids age 12 and under.

    Foursomes consist of 2 adults and 2 juniors. Register as a team, or as an individual (we'll help fill your foursome).

  • EVENT DETAILS
    Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
    Location: Butterfield Pavilion at Fairgrounds Park
    Directions

    EVENT OVERVIEW
    Our “Celebrating Friends & Legends" reception is held each year to honor those who lend support and volunteer to aid in the mission of the Foundation.

    THE ART & IRENE MALASTRO LEGENDS AWARD
    Gives recognition and appreciation to a person or business that has supported the Valpo Parks in a significant way through volunteer service, leadership, and/or gifts of financial support.

    THE COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD
    The "Community Champion" Award serves to honor someone who demonstrates leadership and stewardship in the community.

    THE JOHN SEIBERT SERVICE AWARD
    Awarded to someone who has supported and/or promoted the Valpo Parks system in a significant way through donating his or her time and talent in service to the community.

  • EVENT DETAILS
    Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026
    Location: TBD

    OVERVIEW
    Drive-thru toy drive with Santa, flashing lights, and fun.

    WHO BENEFITS?
    Santa & Sirens Toy Drive benefits underprivileged children who are at risk of not receiving any toys this holiday season.

Sponsor an Event

Valpo Parks has a variety of partnership and sponsorship opportunities that can help you and your business connect with the community.

For more information, please contact
Lisa Kusbel at lkusbel@valpoparksfoundation.org
or call (219)-614-7277

Additional Events Hosted by VPF

Please join us for additional events hosted by Valpo Parks Foundation throughout the year. Should you have any questions regarding these events, please reach out and a member of our staff will help you with an answer.

  • EVENT DETAILS
    Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
    Time: 9:00 AM
    Location: Foundation Meadows Park - Duty and Sacrifice Monument
    Directions

    EVENT OVERVIEW
    Remembering those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice.

  • EVENT OVERVIEW
    Honoring all military veterans, past and present.

    EVENT DETAILS

    Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
    Time: 9:00 AM
    Location: Foundation Meadows Park - Duty & Sacrifice Monument
    Directions