Greencastle Parks & Recreation Department

07/31/2026

Happy International Lifeguard Appreciation Day!
We truly appreciate each and every one of our Aquatics staff team!

07/28/2026

We were excited to visit with everyone at Putnam County Community Night Out! It was a hot evening and then we got shut down early due to the weather but it was still fun!!! Thank you to Ashley, Lizzy & Kat for making our display and handing out our prizes from our prize wheel tonight! We hope you all enjoyed the evening and best wishes to all students returning to school here soon.

07/26/2026

07/21/2026

🐾💦 Make a Splash at Pool Pawty 2026! 💦🐾

Calling all dog lovers! Grab your furry best friend and join us for an afternoon of tail wags, pool fun, and making unforgettable memories at our Pool Pawty!

📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Greencastle Aquatic Center
403 S. Bloomington Street, Greencastle

For just $5 per dog, your pup can enjoy:
🐶 Pool play and splashing around
🦴 Treats and refreshments (for purchase)
🐾 Fun with other friendly pups
📸 Plenty of adorable photo opportunities!

Important Reminder:
✅ Proof of current Rabies and Bordetella vaccinations is required for every dog. Please bring your dog's current vaccination records with you at check-in.

This paw-some event is hosted by Greencastle Parks & Recreation in partnership with Putnam County Animal Care.

Whether your dog loves to swim or just wants to cool off and socialize, this is an event you won't want to miss!

Tag your fellow dog lovers and let us know which pup is coming to make a splash! 🐕🌊💙

07/16/2026

🌞💚 That’s a Wrap on SPARK 2026! 💚🌞

What an incredible summer it has been! As another amazing SPARK season comes to an end, we want to say THANK YOU to everyone who made it so special.

To our wonderful campers—thank you for bringing your smiles, laughter, energy, and excitement every single day. We hope you made new friends, learned new things, and created memories that will last a lifetime!

A huge thank you to our amazing parents and guardians for trusting us with your children this summer and for your support throughout the program. We truly appreciate you!

And finally, thank you to our incredible SPARK staff and junior leaders. Your hard work, creativity, patience, and dedication made this summer unforgettable. We couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you.

We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing rest of the summer. ☀️

Special thank you to the Greencastle Fire Department for bringing out the fire truck for some fun on our last day!

07/16/2026

Join us as we celebrate the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Emerald Palace 2.0—a place where families can climb, explore, imagine, and make memories for years to come! 💚🏰

📅 Saturday, August 8th
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 11:00 AM

Make a day of it!
🛍️ Shop the Farmers Market (8:00 AM–12:00 PM)
🍔 Enjoy delicious food from HoggWild BBQ & Catering, Big Heads Bubble Madness, and Sassy Slushies
🏊 FREE Swim at the Greencastle Aquatic Center from 1:00–5:00 PM
🧱 Building blocks available for purchase while supplies last.

This incredible playground is the result of our amazing community's support, generosity, and dedication. We can't wait to celebrate this exciting milestone with all of you!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us officially open Emerald Palace 2.0! 💚🎈

07/13/2026

🚔💙 What an incredible week at Police Boot Camp!

From teamwork and fitness challenges to learning about law enforcement and building new friendships, this week was filled with fun, excitement, and unforgettable experiences. We are so thankful to everyone who helped make this program such a success!

A huge thank you to our local law enforcement officers for investing their time, sharing their knowledge, and creating such a positive experience for all of the participants. This was truly a great opportunity for our youth to learn, grow, and have fun.

📸 Check out some of our favorite moments from the week in the photos below! We hope everyone had as much fun as we did, and we can’t wait to see you at future programs! 💙🚓

07/13/2026

Last session of the year! This session will end in a double elimination tournament. A roster must be submitted to Jim.
Tuesday Night: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/greencastle-in/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0MDc2MDE=
Thursday Night: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/greencastle-in/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0MDc2MDM=

07/11/2026

Parade is Sunday!

‼️TRAFFIC ALERT SUNDAY JULY 12th‼️

Starting at 12:00pm tomorrow local streets along and near the 2026 Fair Parade route will close until approximately 4:00pm. Uniformed Officers will be stationed along the route to assist anyone with issues navigating the detours. Please pay attention to the posted signs. Looking forward to a great parade tomorrow.