Thatcher Park - Indy Parks and Recreation

06/19/2026

All Programs are cancelled. The Pool remains open from 11 AM to 6 PM.

06/18/2026

Water aerobics for this evening has been canceled. Our instructor will be back next week.

06/17/2026

⚠️ Severe weather is expected this afternoon, with the potential for heavy rain, thunderstorms, hail, and even tornadoes.

For everyone's safety, please stay out of parks, trails, and other outdoor areas while the storms move through. Conditions can change quickly, and it's always best to play it safe.

Keep an eye on the forecast, stay weather-aware, and take shelter if warnings are issued. Stay safe, Indy! ⛈️🌳

06/17/2026

We are so excited to have Chapel Hill Park back open again.

06/16/2026

We are excited to announce after months of being closed Chapel Hill Park is going to have an official ribbon cutting ceremony tomorrow at 11:00 AM. There will now be a pickleball court, updated basketball court, new playground, and a brand new splash pad. Please feel free to come and join in the fun and see the renovated park.

Join us at Chapel Hill Park this Wednesday, June 17 at 11 am to celebrate a brand-new playground, splash pad, pickleball court, and basketball court! 🛝

06/14/2026

06/10/2026

Looking for a fun way to stay active, build strength, and enjoy the water? Join our instructor-led Water Aerobics classes at Thatcher Park!

🌊 Low-impact, high-energy fitness
💪 Improve strength, flexibility, and endurance
👥 Meet new friends and have fun while you exercise

📅 Class Times:
🏊 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
⏰ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

🏊 Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

💲 Only $5 per person

The water is warm, the workout is refreshing, and the excuses are running out! 😄 Come see why fitness feels better in the pool.

06/10/2026

All programing on Friday, June 19, 2026, are canceled except for open swim from 11 AM to 8 PM. This is in observance of Juneteenth.

06/09/2026

The Eagle Creek Swimming Beach is OPEN for the season!

Swimming Beach Hours:
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday – 11am-6pm (closing at 5pm on concert days)
Wednesday - 11am-6pm (closing at 5pm on concert days)
Thursday - 11am-6pm
Friday - 11am-8pm
Saturday - 11am-6pm*
Sunday - 12pm-6pm

*CLOSED Saturday June 20 for a rowing regatta
*Opening late Saturday July 18 for Sprint Triathlon 12pm-6pm

Admission to the swim area is free with park entry, and guests are welcome to bring coolers and picnics. Please note that alcohol, glass containers, dogs, and floats (including pool noodles and arm floaties) are not permitted in the swimming beach area. Free life jackets are available to use.

Address: 7602 Eagle Beach Drive, within Eagle Creek Park.
Eagle Creek gate entry fee: $6/vehicle Marion County resident, $8/vehicle out of county.

06/09/2026

⚽ Thursday Night Futsal at Thatcher Park! ⚽

Looking for a fun way to stay active, brush up on your soccer skills, and connect with neighbors? Come out for indoor soccer this Thursday! Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking for a good run, everyone is welcome.

Here is everything you need to know to play:
📅 When: Every Thursday
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Thatcher Park (4649 W Vermont St, Indianapolis, IN 46222)
💵 Cost: Just $5 per session!

Bring your friends, your sneakers, and your game face. See you on the court!