# Upcoming Events at Central Park In Valparaiso, IN | Events & Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Discover a variety of upcoming events at Central Park in Valparaiso, IN. Get all the information you need and buy tickets for the best events at Central Park in Valparaiso, IN.
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Discover a variety of upcoming events at Central Park in Valparaiso, IN. Get all the information you need and buy tickets for the best events at Central Park in Valparaiso, IN.

## Events in Valparaiso

- **Event Name**: Chocolate Walk
  - **Description**: ‼️TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR 2026 CHOCOLATE WALK ‼️

Get ready for the ✨ sweetest ✨ day in Valpo! 🍫

Stroll through Downtown Valpo on Saturday, May 2 and enjoy decadent chocolate treats from 30+ local businesses while you shop, explore, and spend time with
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1169
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/chocolate-walk/200029882425407
  - **Venue**: Downtown Valparaiso
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, art, trips-adventures, parties, science-fair, entertainment, shopping
- **Event Name**: SAND + STEEL Art Fest
  - **Description**: 🌟🖌️ Artist Applications are available NOW! 🖌️🌟
https://www.valparaisoevents.com/event/sandsteelartfest

Valparaiso Events and the Valparaiso Creative Council are excited to present...

✨🎨 SAND + STEEL Art Fest 🎨✨, a free, three-day celebration of local ar
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 26 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Jun 28 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/sand-steel-art-fest/200029556876313
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84MGM5OGY5NWVmZGQ4ZmFjYTAzZjI4MzcyNzkxNmE0MzNmZDJjYmVjYjk3YWY4NzVmZjM1ODc4ZWRmN2RhN2U2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y0ZjJmMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzI2MjU4NA.avif
  - **Categories**: art, festivals, entertainment, music, concerts, pop-ups, performances, health-wellness, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
  - **Description**: You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th year! After watching the Popcorn Parade, explore 300+ vendors lining Downtown Valpo’s streets, Main Stage Music p
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/serene-designs-valparaiso-popcorn-festival/200029709109543
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82OTJkN2JkYjcwNzJiZThhNmMyODgyZmEwNmJkOTdlNzU5NmMxN2UyN2Y0NDA3MGU1Y2UzMGIzMmE1NjdlNTMzLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDE5MjAtZGNiZWJlYmQtZ21pcj92PTE3NzczNzA4NTM.avif
  - **Categories**: festivals, parades
- **Event Name**: Popcorn Parade
  - **Description**: Join the Porter County Libertarian Party and our candidates as we march in the 2026 Valparaiso Popcorn Parade. You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th ye
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/popcorn-parade/200029726906810
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso, IN
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy81OTcyZDQ4NWJlOTE4ZDEyOTQ4NDQwNGNkMmQxYzkwMmU0YTkyNjJhNmMwNDUzMThkMTVjNWU0NGYxYWNlZmI4LXJpbWctdzcyMC1oOTYwLWRjNGM4MGJlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc0MzM2NjIz.avif
  - **Categories**: parades, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Touch a Truck
  - **Description**: Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring their favorite big rigs during this 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄, hands-on Touch a Truck event. Take pictures with your favorite trucks, enjoy the DJ, food trucks, and more!

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧: Sunday, June 7, 2025 | 11 am - 1:00 pm
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: Central Park P
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 588
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 07 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/touch-a-truck/200029922423722
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jOWY3NDRmMWE5YWVkZWU5NGZlZmMzM2ZlZWIxMjcyMWQ3MDIxNzE3MzQ0MTZkZDg1NzIzM2EyODY5MDUyOTJkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzQ3NDY0Yi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzQwMTA0NQ.avif
  - **Categories**: Kids, food-drinks, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Valpo Brewfest 2026
  - **Description**: Get 'hopped' up at the 2026 Valpo Brewfest! General public sales begin on April 1, 2026About this EventTicket Sales: Valparaiso Events Member pre-sale tickets available March 23rd at noon. General public t
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    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/valpo-brewfest-2026/100001984483323040
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kMTU2MmI2NzAwYTc2YzFlZWQ2NDJiYjllOGM0YzQ0ZGQ3ZThmYTJmODViNWFkYTVkYzk1MmExNGQwZWQ0YmQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzc4Nzc3Mi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQ1MDc2NjY.avif
  - **Price**: USD 7 to 17
  - **Categories**: festivals, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 Annual Spring Plant & Flower Sale
  - **Description**: Our much anticipated annual flower sale is returning yet again!

There will be flats of annual flowers, some perennials, limited herbs and vegetable plants, as well as MANY hanging baskets and planters to choose from. Don't visit mom this Mother's Day
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 920
  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/valparaiso-firefighters-local-1124-annual-spring-plant-and-flower-sale/200029905693153
  - **Venue**: William E. Urschel Pavilion
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy82NzI4NTAzNThjNDA0ZjdlYjBjMzYwM2UyYjc2M2NjNGVmMzU0YTc3MjY3MDhhNWY0M2Y4MTEyNWQxMjA0YTg3LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDE0NDAtZGM0MzE3MDQtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzc0NDI2Mzg.avif
- **Event Name**: Bananaworks 2026: Park Takeover Tour (Valparaiso)
  - **Description**: Get ready for a night of fun, games, food, and community!

BANANAWORKS is taking over the park for a family-friendly event filled with classic ballpark fun, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Bring your friends, bring your family, and come enjoy
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 51
  - **Date**: Thu May 28 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/bananaworks-2026-park-takeover-tour-valparaiso/200029960221759
  - **Venue**: 68 N Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383-5520, United States
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, kids, sports
- **Event Name**: Brewski Fest 2026
  - **Description**: Get ready to sip on some ice-cold brewskis and enjoy a day filled with great beer, good music, and awesome vibes at Brewski Fest 2026!About this EventWelcome to Brewski Fest 2025!C
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/brewski-fest-2026/100001982361973025
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8zYzA2NDdkZGExMDQzOGUyMDA0OTY3MjY4ZTcyNzRiMjRmZGEwOTBiY2ZhZjc0YWRlMWEzOWI4YjkyNDQ1MDRkLXJpbWctdzExNjktaDc5OS1kY2QwYzRhYy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzAyNzE1ODQ.avif
  - **Price**: USD 13 to 109
  - **Categories**: festivals, music, car-shows, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment, nonprofit, food-truck-festivals
- **Event Name**: Porter County Senior Health and Wellness Fair
  - **Description**: Calling all seniors, their caregivers, and support people! 

Porter County Triad will be hosting our annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo on Wednesday, June 3 at the Central Park Plaza, Home of the 1st Source Amphitheater, William E. Urschel Pavilion fr
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 33
  - **Date**: Wed Jun 03 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed Jun 03 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/porter-county-senior-health-and-wellness-fair/200029927537547
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMmEwMWE2ZDdmZTc3ZDc0MzVjNjMxYTk2MzYzY2M0MmIwOWZlYjZmNTUyYjViNDY0NmY5ZDgxYWMwMDgzMjg0My1yaW1nLXc4NTEtaDMxNS1kYzUxNzBmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3Njc0MzI5Mg.avif
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, business, exhibitions
- **Event Name**: 2026 Awful Terrible Horrible Bike Ride 🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️
  - **Description**: Meet at Valpo’s Central Park at ~8am to ROLL OUT at 8:30am

Find the 75 mile map on connect.garmin.com:
“2023-2025 Awful Terrible Horrible Bike Ride”
Here: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/104074133
Ride to Overlook Shelter near Beverly Shores for
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    - Count: 52
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/2026-awful-terrible-horrible-bike-ride/200029735338145
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy80YTk3ZDAxMGQyYWRkYjg5NmU3NzFiZTVhODY3YjBkNzE1MWYyMDMwMzRhODFlNWU0NWE3MzNjODAwMjdmZTIyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzMwMmIyZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzM3NTE5MQ.avif
  - **Categories**: cycling, workshops

## Trending Events in Valparaiso

- **Event Name**: Chocolate Walk
  - **Description**: ‼️TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR 2026 CHOCOLATE WALK ‼️

Get ready for the ✨ sweetest ✨ day in Valpo! 🍫

Stroll through Downtown Valpo on Saturday, May 2 and enjoy decadent chocolate treats from 30+ local businesses while you shop, explore, and spend time with
  - **Venue**: Downtown Valparaiso
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/50cc0384f332e169529bf5ee443c81aaa4cb355beac9f565a033ffc76ce32337-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbeaca5-gmir?v=1777098596
- **Event Name**: SAND + STEEL Art Fest
  - **Description**: 🌟🖌️ Artist Applications are available NOW! 🖌️🌟
https://www.valparaisoevents.com/event/sandsteelartfest

Valparaiso Events and the Valparaiso Creative Council are excited to present...

✨🎨 SAND + STEEL Art Fest 🎨✨, a free, three-day celebration of local ar
  - **Venue**: Central Park Plaza
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/80c98f95efdd8faca03f283727916a433fd2cbecb97af875ff35878edf7da7e6-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf4f2f1-gmir?v=1777262584
- **Event Name**: Trace Adkins at Porter County Fairgrounds
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Trace Adkins at Porter County Fairgrounds, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Porter County Fairgrounds in dynamic Valparaiso
  - **Venue**: Porter County Fairgrounds
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/3fb4ec20-3eaa-11f1-95ce-15b15cef0670-rimg-w1200-h628-dcefefef-gmir.jpg?v=1776903636
- **Event Name**: Flo Rida at Porter County Fairgrounds
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Flo Rida at Porter County Fairgrounds, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Porter County Fairgrounds in the heart of Valparaiso
  - **Venue**: Porter County Fairgrounds
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/2e8816a0-433e-11f1-8b44-9fb43287db39-rimg-w960-h1080-dc040214-gmir.png?v=1777406977
- **Event Name**: Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
  - **Description**: You won’t want to miss this long-standing Valparaiso tradition, that all started with Orville Redenbacher in 1979, as it returns for its 47th year! After watching the Popcorn Parade, explore 300+ vendors lining Downtown Valpo’s streets, Main Stage Music p
  - **Venue**: Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/692d7bdb7072be8a6c2882fa06bd97e7596c17e27f44070e5ce30b32a567e533-rimg-w1080-h1920-dcbebebd-gmir?v=1777370853
- **Event Name**: Trace Adkins in Valparaiso
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss this Out! Trace Adkins is Live at Porter County Fair Offices on Sunday, July 26, 2026! 🎶
This is your moment. Trace Adkins is hitting Porter County Fair Offices on Sunday, July 26, 2026
  - **Venue**: Porter County Fair Offices
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/85ae64b0-0721-11f1-bc9e-4b918589705a-rimg-w1200-h675-dcfeffff-gmir.webp?v=1770797598
- **Event Name**: Bailey Zimmerman
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Porter County Fair Grandstand
🏠 Address: 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383
🌆 City: Valparaiso
📍 Location: 41.43659, -87.021194✨ Discover the extraordinary at Bailey Zimmerman, where magic meets reality in ways you've never
  - **Venue**: Porter County Fair Grandstand
- **Event Name**: Early Summer Car Truck & Bike Show
  - **Description**: The Early-Summer Valpo Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet returns to the Porter County Expo Center the weekend before Memorial Day! Over 500 swap spaces, hundreds of paved parking places for show vehicles and thousands of spectators through th
  - **Venue**: Porter County Expo Center
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- **Event Name**: Trace Adkins & John Foster
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Trace Adkins & John Foster, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Porter County Fairgrounds & Exposition Center in vibrant Valparais
  - **Venue**: Porter County Fairgrounds & Exposition Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/bbfd0c70-405f-11f1-9d46-d353ff0ce136-rimg-w1200-h800-dcd7daed-gmir.jpg?v=1777091534

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Chocolate Walk (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at Downtown Valparaiso), SAND + STEEL Art Fest (Fri Jun 26 2026 at 07:00 pm at Central Park Plaza), Serene Designs @Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 am at Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official)), Popcorn Parade (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 am at Valparaiso, IN), Touch a Truck (Sun Jun 07 2026 at 11:00 am at Central Park Plaza).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Valparaiso this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Chocolate Walk (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at Downtown Valparaiso).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Valparaiso on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Valparaiso include Downtown Valparaiso, Central Park Plaza, Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (Official).
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Valparaiso range from USD 7 to USD 109. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Valparaiso include Valparaiso Events, Serene Designs, Porter County Libertarian Party.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Valparaiso?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Valparaiso.

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