It’s Popcorn weekend! Get out to downtown Valparaiso for a weekend full of family-friendly fun: races, vendors, a parade, concerts, and so much more! With the summer heat sticking around a bit longer, this weekend’s also the perfect time to hit...

Enjoy an autumn evening at Rogers Lakewood Park as you ride along on a tractor-drawn hay wagon. Then gather around a glowing campfire.  Bring your marshmallows! This is a great outing for youth groups, scouts, service clubs, birthday parties and...

Valpo Parks is thrilled to announce details and exciting changes for the 46th annual Popcorn Panic 5 Mile Run and 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024. This year's race promises a return to cherished traditions while offering...

Northern Indiana is getting in tune with its musical side this weekend with world-class entertainment right in your backyard. Festival of the Lakes is bringing headliners like DaBaby and Marshmello to the stage, while the Porter County Fair has a...

For years, GreatNews.Life (GNL) has been capturing your favorite Independence Day moments every 4th of July. From our very first celebration in Valparaiso in 2009, GNL has always provided top-notch photography for the community when it comes to...

Summer is here! It's the perfect time to soak up the sunshine, get some fresh air, and explore the beauty of our community. Whether you're young or young at heart, Valpo Parks offers a variety of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors safely and...