West Lafayette Parks & Recreation Department

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Enhancing the quality of life of our citizens with the highest standard of parks & programs.

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09/06/2026

Buddy's first trip to the dog park definitely called for a highlight video 🐾🎥

Want to enjoy the dog park like Buddy? West Lafayette has two dog parks open from dawn to dusk!

📍 Cumberland Dog Park, 3101 N. Salisbury Street
📍 Happy Hollow Dog Park, 1301 Happy Hollow Road

🔗 For more information on our dog parks: https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/.../places/dog-parks-650

Staff Shoutout: Our Greenspaces Team! 🌳This summer, our Greenspaces team has been hard at work pruning street trees thro...
09/05/2026

Staff Shoutout: Our Greenspaces Team! 🌳

This summer, our Greenspaces team has been hard at work pruning street trees throughout the Chauncey area to help prepare for the return of students. While this work may not always be the most noticeable, it plays an important role in maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of our City’s trees and streetscapes.

From the work that gets noticed to the tasks that happen behind the scenes, our Greenspaces team continues to make West Lafayette a beautiful place to live, work, and visit.

Thank you for all your hard work, your dedication to our community, and for always being a smiling face around the City! We appreciate you! 💚🌳

The summer season may be over, but we’re always looking for lifeguards!🏊‍♀️ 🛟Join the lifeguard team at the John R. Denn...
09/04/2026

The summer season may be over, but we’re always looking for lifeguards!🏊‍♀️ 🛟

Join the lifeguard team at the John R. Dennis Wellness Center and be part of a team that helps keep our community safe, active, and having fun in the water. Whether you’re an experienced lifeguard or looking to get certified, we’d love to have you on our team!

✨ Flexible opportunities
🤝 Great team environment
🏊 Make a difference in your community

Ready to jump in? We’re hiring lifeguards year-round!

🔗 More information on how to join the BEST. TEAM. EVER.: https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/our-city/john-r-dennis-wellness-center/aquatics/lifeguard-certification

SAVE THE DATE! 📅Join us as we celebrate the opening of the new restroom facility at George E. Lommel Park!📅 Date: Septem...
09/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📅

Join us as we celebrate the opening of the new restroom facility at George E. Lommel Park!

📅 Date: September 10
🕙 Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: George E. Lommel Park, 2820 Wilshire Avenue

The new facility features two unisex restrooms, a drinking fountain, and an automatic locking system for added convenience and security.

The celebration will include remarks from West Lafayette Redevelopment Commission President Lawrence T. Oates and West Lafayette Parks and Recreation staff with light refreshments to follow.

This new amenity is part of the City’s five-year plan and will make enjoying Lommel Park even more convenient for families, walkers, runners, and neighborhood residents.

Mark your calendar and join us!

Are you curious about Yoga? This class is the perfect chance for you to give it a shot!🧘‍♀️Find your balance in nature! ...
09/02/2026

Are you curious about Yoga? This class is the perfect chance for you to give it a shot!🧘‍♀️
Find your balance in nature! Join us for free yoga at Celery Bog Nature Area and enjoy movement and mindfulness with expert yoga instructor Lisa Nail.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 12
🕐 Time: 10:00–11:15 AM
📍 Location: Celery Bog Nature Area

🔗 Registration required: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQzNjA0MTM=

Get ready to breathe, stretch, and connect with the outdoors! 💚



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09/01/2026

We know… we’ve got a pretty great afterschool program! 😎

School may be back in session, but there are still spots available in our Afterschool Program at the John R. Dennis Wellness Center!

Here’s what’s included:
🚌 Free transportation for WLCSC students from school to the Wellness Center
🍎 Daily snacks
🧩 Games, gym time, and organized activities each day
🏀 Quality childcare and programming until 6:30 p.m., Monday–Friday

Give your kids a fun, active place to spend their afternoons while you finish out the workday!

Sign up today:
https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQxOTI2MjE=

08/30/2026

Labor Day is just around the corner, and our parks are the perfect place to celebrate with friends, family, or even a picnic blanket and some well-deserved alone time! 🧺

Here are a few of our favorite spots to enjoy a Labor Day picnic:

📍 Tapawingo Park — 100 Tapawingo Drive
📍 Happy Hollow Park — 1301 Happy Hollow Road
📍 Cumberland Park — 3101 N. Salisbury Street
📍 George E. Lommel Park — 2832 Wilshire Avenue
📍 Cason Family Park — 2500 Cumberland Avenue

🏠Need a little more space or a grill for your gathering? Shelters are available to rent at Cason Family Park, Happy Hollow Park, and Cumberland Park. 🔗: https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/government/parks-and-recreation/places/rentals

ℹNot rented? Shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Wishing you a happy (and relaxing!) Labor Day!

Couch to 5K registration closes in just 2 days!🏃‍♀️Ready to go from couch to 5K? Whether you’re brand new to running or ...
08/30/2026

Couch to 5K registration closes in just 2 days!🏃‍♀️

Ready to go from couch to 5K? Whether you’re brand new to running or looking to get back into it, this program will help you build endurance, confidence, and miles—one step at a time. 👟

Here's what you need to know:
📍Location: John R. Dennis Wellness Center
📅 Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 1–November 17
🕑 Time 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
🎟 Registration: $120

⏳ Only 2 days left to register! Lace up, show up, and let’s get moving toward that 5K goal! https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0NjEyMDg=

🏒 There’s still time to hit the rink! Roller Hockey at Riverside Skating Center is coming up, and there’s still time to ...
08/29/2026

🏒 There’s still time to hit the rink! Roller Hockey at Riverside Skating Center is coming up, and there’s still time to register.

Kids ages 6–14 can join us Thursdays, September 3–24, from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. for four weeks of learning, practicing, and having fun on wheels!

Here's what you need to know:
📍 Location: Riverside Skating Center
🗓 Dates: Thursdays, September 5 – September 24
🕐 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
🎟 Registration: $60 for all four sessions or $15 to register for an individual week
🥅 Helmets and sticks are provided
🛼 Bring your own inline skates

Whether your child is ready to commit to all four weeks or just wants to try it out for a single session, there’s still time to get registered!

🔗 Register here: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0Njc5OTI=

At West Lafayette Parks and Recreation, we’re proud to provide opportunities for young artists to learn, create, and sha...
08/28/2026

At West Lafayette Parks and Recreation, we’re proud to provide opportunities for young artists to learn, create, and share their talents with our community. 🎨💚

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3, and join us in celebrating the talented young artists from Ms. Jeanette’s art classes! From mosaics and pottery to acrylic painting and pencil work, this exhibit will showcase a little bit of everything. ✨

Some select pieces will also be available for purchase, giving you the chance to take home a one-of-a-kind work of art created by a local young artist.

📍 Walnut Room, West Lafayette Public Library
📅 Saturday, October 3
🕐 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Come admire their creativity, celebrate their hard work, and support the next generation of artists!

Ready to get creative yourself? 🖌️
There’s always room for you in our art classes at Margerum City Hall! Explore our available classes and find your next creative outlet: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog/index?filter=dGFiJTVCMTcxNTElNUQ9MSZzZWFyY2g9JmxvY2F0aW9uJTVCMTczOTElNUQ9MSZyZW50YWwlNUJmcm9tJTVEPSZyZW50YWwlNUJ0byU1RD0mMDAyZWY0NGYzZGRlMTlhYzRmNzJiYmJhMDg1M2NjYWU9NDljZDRmM2QzYjRjYjNmOGI5MDJmYmIyM2M2Yzg3Zjc=

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222 N. Chauncey Avenue
West Lafayette, IN
47906

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+17657755110

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