Bluffton Parks

10/17/2026

Just a reminder that next week is Fall break, which means there will be no Weekday Walking or Tot Time at the City Gym from Oct. 19th-23rd. We will return to the regular scheduled programs starting Oct. 26th! Have a safe and fun Fall Break!

10/15/2026

Congratulations to Grayson Heer for being selected as our Fall Coloring contest winner! He received a Halloween bucket full of goodies! Thank you to everyone who participated in the Fall Coloring contest!

10/15/2026

Want to learn to Crochet? Sign-up now for November's Hooked On Crochet class!
Learning to crochet will give you a lifetime of pleasure and
relaxation. You can learn to create handmade items for yourself and
the people you love. Classes will be taught by Kathy Gehrett at
Washington Park Indoor Pavilion (710 S. Mulberry St.)
from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
on Thursdays, November 5th ,12th, and 19th.
The cost for 3 one-hour group lessons is $20 due the first day. Yarn
and instructions will be provided, and you will need to bring your
own size H hook. Call the park office to pre-register at 824-6069 or
email [email protected]. Class size is limited and open to
beginners and advanced students.

10/15/2026

Today is the last session of Senior Snippets Crochet Lessons- Instructor Kathy Gehrett will teach new and advanced students how to crochet. Bring a size H hook, class size is limited to the first 12 who preregister. This class will be held at the Washington Park Indoor Pavilion on the following 3 consecutive Thursdays at 3PM: Oct. 1st, Oct. 8th, Oct. 15th.
The Bluffton Parks Department is excited to offer a Fall session of Senior Snippets. These classes are focused on the Senior/Adult population (Ages 18 and over), with weekly classes on a variety of topics. These FREE talks will be held at different locations
in town, so be sure to make a note in your calendar after you sign up. Classes will be held in one of the following locations: Washington Park Indoor Pavilion, Wells County Public Library, or the Wells County Historical Museum. Space is limited in some classes, and you must email [email protected] or call 824-6069 to register.

10/15/2026

This morning invite a friend and join the Bluffton Parks Department and the Wells County Public Library for Theater Thursday that will be held on October 15th at 10:00 AM!
Adults are invited to enjoy a FREE monthly movie, complete with complimentary popcorn and snacks. It's a great opportunity to relax, enjoy a film, and spend time with friends in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Location: Wells County Public Library
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
💲 Cost: FREE
Theater Thursday is held year-round on the 3rd Thursday of every month, so be sure to mark your calendars! For questions, please call 824-6069. We look forward to seeing you there!

10/14/2026

Check out this cool experience! Space is limited so sign up today!

Think you know downtown Bluffton? You might be surprised by some of the stories

BlufftonNOW! is excited to introduce a brand-new experience this Halloween week! Join us for a guided, spooky walking tour through downtown Bluffton as we explore a different side of our community. Gather your friends, bring your curiosity, and get ready for an evening of local legends, spooky stories, and a different look at the downtown you know and love.

📍 Downtown Bluffton Ghost Tour
📅 Choose a date: October 28, 29, 30 or 31
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM *Please arrive early*
📍 Check-in at the Wells County Courthouse flagpole
🎟️ $15 per person

The tour covers approximately one mile and is limited to just 15 people per evening, so these spots won't last forever! Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. No buildings will be entered during the tour.

Grab your ghost tour tickets before they're gone! With only 15 spots available each evening, you'll want to plan ahead.

Ghost Tour Tickets: https://www.blufftonnow.org/event-details/downtown-bluffton-ghost-tours-2026-10-28-18-30

And while you're making plans, why not make a whole evening of exploring downtown? Pair your ghost tour with our Sip, Savor & Explore event on Halloween afternoon! Discover the history, hidden spaces, and exciting things happening in downtown Bluffton during the day, then come back for a spooky stroll after dark. It's the perfect way to experience downtown from a whole new perspective!

Sip, Savor & Explore tickets: https://www.blufftonnow.org/event-details/sip-savor-explore-downtown-bluffton-1

Best of all, proceeds support BlufftonNOW!'s ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown Bluffton. Come enjoy something new, make some memories, and help us keep our downtown moving forward!

10/14/2026

🐾 W.O.O.F. TRAIL RUN 🐾
📅 November 7 • 9 AM
📍 Ouabache State Park – Campview Shelter

Choose your adventure: 5-ish, 10-ish, or 15-ish miles. The trails are marked… but the mileage is more of a "ballpark" 🤣

Your registration includes a long-sleeve shirt, finisher medal, overall & age-group awards, and post-race burgers!

🌲 Come for the trails, stay for the burgers, and see where the miles take you!

👉 Register today! https://raceroster.com/events/2026/112078/woof-trail-run-2026

10/14/2026

This afternoon was our final session of Easy Fall Crafts and Movie Club at the Wells County public library. Check out these cute pumpkins that were decorated in Easy Fall Crafts! Then, in movie club they finished watching the series "And Then There Were None"!

10/14/2026

This morning was our final session of Senior Snippets History class at the Wells county historical museum, where we learned about the role that Hoosiers played in winning the Battle of Gettysburg. Presented by Civil War Historian, Greg Hiday. Thank you Greg for the amazing presentation!