2420 E Riverside Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
327-7171
67 Acre Regional Park located on Indy's West Side along White River with various recreational amenities including a large community center.
The Riverside Promenade will run from 16th St. - 29th St. along the east side of Riverside Park! The trail will feature nodes that will include information panels about the park and surrounding areas. The progress is coming along and should be complete in the next couple of months, so stay tuned!
Tonight's movie and concert events have been canceled due to the extension of the Excessive Heat Warning.
🎶 This week, join us for several concerts & a movie in Eagle Creek, Garfield, and Riverside Parks! To learn more about our Summer Concert & Movie Series, click here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
You can now register for our fall programs! This fall, choose from over 450+ programs and events in Indy Parks! Programs cater to those of all ages and abilities. This season, look forward to hayrides, campfires, ice skating, health & wellness activities, sports, arts, and so much more. Learn more and register now here: https://bit.ly/44lti0e
A big thank you to Allison Transmission for your day of service and donation of materials for Thatcher Park! The hard work of 70 Allison team members from across the world will make Thatcher Park even more enjoyable for the community with a freshly mulched playground, a new trail, cutting back invasive weeds, fresh paint, and new chairs for the pool deck and lobby.
Today is the LAST DAY to apply to become a programming partner with us! If you or someone you know has an idea for a program and needs space to host it, consider applying today! Learn more about this call-out here: https://bit.ly/44SnT1R
This morning, Chad and Melanie from Garfield Park were on Indy Now to talk about the upcoming Street Art Fair on September 16th! You can find out more about the fair at: https://bit.ly/3PaBM5W
☀ Today is the hottest day of the week. If you need a place to cool down, our family centers are open during normal operating hours as cooling centers. To learn more about cooling center locations and operating hours, click here: https://bit.ly/3NQQrQD
The new Frederick Douglass Family Center is coming along! The center will feature 2 full basketball courts with a walking track around them! The center is due to be finished by the end of 2024! Are you excited?!
Concerts tonight and tomorrow are cancelled due to the Excessive Heat Warning.
🎶 This week, join us for several concerts & a movie in Eagle Creek, Garfield, and Riverside Parks! To learn more about our Summer Concert & Movie Series, click here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
☀ It's going to be HOT this week. As a reminder, if you need a place to cool down, our family centers are open during normal operating hours as cooling centers. Splash pads are also available as a way to cool off! To learn more about cooling center locations and operating hours, click here: https://bit.ly/3NQQrQD
🎶 This week, join us for several concerts & a movie in Eagle Creek, Garfield, and Riverside Parks! To learn more about our Summer Concert & Movie Series, click here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! 🐛🐜🕷 Join us at Southeastway Park on Sunday, August 27 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM for the 30th annual Bug Fest! Some of the stations will include a Walk Thru Butterfly Tent, Bugs Up Close, Meet an Entomologist, Cricket Cafe, Insect Safari, Critter Crafts, and lots more! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rVVTLX
Mark your calendar for these upcoming dates of FREE Sunset Yoga! Join us on August 23 at Highland Park, September 13 at Tarkington Park, and/or September 20 at Thatcher Park for this fun program. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3OJc5Io
There's just one week left to apply to become a programming partner with us! If you or someone you know has an idea for a program and needs space to host it, consider applying today! Learn more about this call-out here: https://bit.ly/44SnT1R
Today we're highlighting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and the Kennedy King Memorial. The Landmark for Peace captures a critical piece of Indianapolis' and the nation's history from April 4th 1968 when Senator Robert Kennedy announced the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to an Indianapolis crowd.
Did you know we offer free after-school meals to youth ages 18 and under every weekday? Take a look at our park serving sites and our mobile unit sites. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3atQCTc
Join us this week for live music in the parks! The Summer Concert & Movie Series goes through the end of September, and you can view the full schedule here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
Did someone say Hayrides?! Starting tomorrow you can book fall hayrides at Southeastway Park! To book, call 317-327-4834 starting tomorrow, August 14, at 9:00 AM!
TODAY! Come out to Garfield Park this evening from 4-9 PM for the FREE Annual Garfield Park Art & Music Festival! This event is open to all ages and features local artists and vendors. We can't wait to see you there! You can learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/3Os2oPw
This morning we joined Mayor Joe Hogsett, Councillor Oliver, and community members to celebrate the completion of the Ringgold Park playground! Ringgold park is one of 26 parks that will be receiving a new playground thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan.
This morning, Caitlin, a Naturalist at Southeastway Park was on Indy Now showing off some of their bugs in preparation for Bug Fest on August 27! At Bug Fest, you'll see tarantulas, cockroaches, caterpillars, millipedes, and much more up close and personal! You can even try and eat some bugs! To learn more about Bug Fest, click here: https://bit.ly/3rVVTLX
Outdoor pools may have closed this past weekend, but splash pads are still open through Labor Day! Learn about locations and operating times here: https://bit.ly/3Gq4E4m
📍 Wes Montgomery Park Splash Pad
This week is packed with concerts, a movie, and a festival! Take an evening this week to enjoy live music or a film in the parks! View the full schedule here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
This week, join us around the city for some fun programs! Learn more about our programs, and register at indyparks.org
Pickles and Preserves: https://bit.ly/3s0orUI
Polymer Clay Workshop: https://bit.ly/3Qur3EK
Get Moving on the Grassy Creek Trail: https://bit.ly/45jzmXM
Garden and Grow: https://bit.ly/3QqJN7N
This is the FINAL weekend that pools are open. The following pools will be open today and tomorrow (August 5 + 6), enjoy them while you can!
☀ Broad Ripple
☀ Eagle Creek Beach
☀ Ellenberger
☀ Frederick Douglass
☀ MLK
☀ Stanley Strader
☀ Thatcher (remains open year-round)
Splash Pads remain open through Labor Day. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Gq4E4m
The Garfield Park Arts Center is celebrating its very first PASTE UP Festival this September! If you'd like to participate, please send us your paste-up art by September 1, 2023.
Before you submit, please read the following guidelines:
SIZE: Maximum size 11” x 17”
NUMBER: No maximum number of submissions, no more than 5 of the same piece
PAPER: Thin is best, in one piece, please
MAIL: envelopes or tubes are welcome
NAME: artist and social media name written clearly
The address to send your art:
Garfield Park Arts Center
C/O Paste-Up Festival Submissions
2432 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46203
Seniors can join us for two upcoming trips around the state! The first trip will leave from Riverside Park and Washington Park and head to Richmond Indiana for a visit to the Levi Coffin Historic Site. The second trip will leave from Municipal Gardens and Washington Park and head to the Eagle Creek Ornithology Center! To learn more and register for your spot, click here: https://bit.ly/3YkefCp
🍄 Attention homeschool families! Eagle Creek Park has an exciting new program coming up this month on August 24. Youth aged 9-14 will learn about slime, decomposition, and nature's recyclers. Spots are limited, claim yours today: https://bit.ly/3KrnV8B
The 6th Annual Garfield Park Art & Music Fest is coming up next Saturday, August 12 from 4:00 - 9:00 PM at Garfield Park! This event is free & family-friendly! Learn more about the event by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3Os2oPw
We'd like to thank our sponsors the Friends of Garfield Park, Inc., Garfield Brewery, the Indy Arts Council, MIBOR Realtor Association, Garfield Park Neighbors Association, Dilling Group Real Estate, Safeway, SEND, Keller Williams Realty, Piazza Produce, Helm Coffee Co., Musical Family Tree, and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. for making this event happen!
Head to the pools this week while they last!
Pools open this week, but close after August 6 include:
☀ Broad Ripple
☀ Eagle Creek Beach
☀ Ellenberger
☀ Frederick Douglass
☀ MLK
☀ Stanley Strader
☀ Thatcher (remains open year-round)
Splash Pads remain open through Labor Day. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Gq4E4m
This Thursday, from 6:30 - 8:30 PM, at the Garfield Park Arts Center, try your hand at a new dance style - English Country Dance! Those of all skill levels can learn about this social folk dance that originated in Renaissance England and was popular until the early 19th century in parts of Europe and more. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3OB44q1
Join us this week for some fun programs! Tonight (July 31), join us for the Magical Creatures Open House (Harry Potter themed), or later this week, learn tips on cooking for yourself, join a flow painting workshop, or learn about English Country Dance! Learn more and register for programs at indyparks.org
Magical Creatures Open House: https://bit.ly/3YgBLQL
Cooking for One: https://bit.ly/3KmIbIB
Kids Flow Painting Workshop: https://bit.ly/44SIK51
English Country Dance: https://bit.ly/3OB44q1
Enjoy the nice weather this week by attending a concert in nature in either Garfield Park or Eagle Creek Park! The Concert & Movie Series runs through the end of September, view the schedule here: https://bit.ly/3xMeUB7
You may have heard we are looking for Programming Partners! If you or someone you know has a program or event you would like to host in our park spaces, apply today to become a program partner!
If you have questions or just want to learn more about this call out, join one of our upcoming Info Sessions. The next one will take place virtually on August 1 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Please learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rg0oRd
Those aged 6-14 can celebrate Harry Potter's birthday at the Eagle's Hideaway in Eagle Cree Park on July 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. You'll learn about the magical creatures of the Wizarding World and our natural world during this open house-style event!
Come dressed in your wizard robes and rotate through different activity stations including archery, quidditch, wand making, potions (tie-dye), and more. Register here: https://bit.ly/3q0xOmV
Summer is starting to come to a close already! This will be the last weekend open for several pools due to staff heading back to school. Pools closing after July 31 include: Brookside, Garfield, Gustafson, Northwestway, Perry, Riverside, and Sahm Pools.
The remaining pools will be closing after August 6: Broad Ripple, Eagle Creek Beach, Ellenberger, Frederick Douglass, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Stanley Strader. To learn more, click here: https://bit.ly/3Gq4E4m
This morning, Ashley, Broad Ripple Park Manager, and Theresa, Fitness Instructor, were on Indy Now! They were able to show the hosts some low-intensity chair exercises. Theresa teaches these classes on Wednesdays at the Broad Ripple Park Family Center, so if you're interested, sign up today! Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3ObGRcv
It's going to be hot out there today and throughout the rest of the week. Our indoor Family Centers also double as cooling centers during normal operating hours for those who may need a break from the heat. Learn more about locations and operating times here: https://bit.ly/3NQQrQD
Thank you to the groups from Kinetic Advantage for helping out at the Riverside Park Food Pantry today!
The Food Pantry is open to all, every Wednesday, from 1:00 - 3:00 PM! Riverside Park is located at 2420 E. Riverside Dr.
Trails are a great way to experience nature! Tell us in the comments what your favorite trail to spend time on is!
📍 Holliday Park
2420 E Riverside Drive
Indianapolis, IN
46208
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Registration for summer camp is open!
Come join us for our Halloween boo bash event tonight from 6p-8p! Come get candy, crafts and more!
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Come join us for our youth baseball league!
Come join us on April 3rd from 11 to 1230 pm for our Easter scavenger hunt! We would love to see you there!
If you are Interested in playing flag football, please contact us today!
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