NEW for 2011, Valpo Parks is excited to offer a fun-filled event where you can tour the City by bike….at night. On Saturday, August 27th, the Valpo Night Ride will give people the opportunity to take a leisurely 15-mile bike ride through Valparaiso starting from the Old Fairgrounds Pavilion and hitting major sights like Rogers-Lakewood Park, the new Central Park Plaza, and Valparaiso University. Mid-ride stop and snack will be provided as well as a post ride party so participants may enjoy music, food and a chance to relax with other night riders and bicycle enthusiast.
Night rides have been successful in cities like Indianapolis, Chicago, and Madison, WI. We look forward to bringing our own night ride to Northwest Indiana. Everyone in the family may participate. Ages 10 and over may ride their own bike with a participating adult. Under 10 must be on a tandem bicycle or pull-behind unit.
All participants must be registered. The fee for registration is $20.00 for each 10 and over participant and $15 for each under 10 participant by July 15th and $25/20 July 16-August 15. Deadline to register is August 15. Space is limited so don’t delay! Register at the Valparaiso Park Department Administration Office, 3210 Campbell Street, or by telephone using a debit or credit card at 219-462-5144 or online at www.valpoparks.org. 
For more information, a ride brochure and map contact the Valparaiso Park Department at 219-462-5144 or visit us online at www.valpoparks.org.