Bluffton Parks

10/24/2026

Mark your calendars for the next Toddler Time Special Event! On Thursday, November 5th, we'll visit the Fire Station! (We will go as a group over to the fire station from the City Gym starting at 11:00am.)
The Bluffton City Gym will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11-noon for you to bring your tots and burn off some energy.
(October – March – No Program during School/Holiday breaks) This free drop-in program gives young children a chance to play with others their age in a large open space. Balls will be made available in the storage closet at the East end of the gym when we hear the children arrive. Please note that this is not a staff-facilitated event and parents are responsible for their children.
On the first Thursday of each month, except December and January (the Special event will fall on Dec. 10th), we will offer a special tour or activity. Please sign in at the brown door (across from the elevator) each visit, and if you are the last to leave, turn off the gym lights. If you have any questions, call the park office at 824-6069.

10/24/2026

Boo In Bluffton! The City Gym is FULL at this time and only had capacity for 15 tables for businesses/organizations!
Downtown sidewalks come to life with thousands of costumed children and parents visiting local businesses. Boo In Bluffton will take place inside participating businesses and in the City Gym! Dress in your favorite costume and join us for Boo in Bluffton!
From 5-6PM, Visit downtown participating businesses as well as walk through the spooky decorations and collect yummy treats in the City Gym (128 E. Market St.)
Participating businesses on the outskirts of town will
hand out treats from 6-7pm.
If you are a local business and would like to participate at your facility for Boo In Bluffton, you can scan the QR code to sign-up online or you can email [email protected]
or call 824-1520.
This event is FREE to the public.
Rain or Shine, we'll see you there!
Door-to-door trick or treat for the city of Bluffton will
be on October 31st from 5-7:30PM

10/23/2026

Our friends at the Wells County 4H have an amazing event coming up tomorrow! Be sure you go and check it out!

🎃 Get ready for SPOOKTACULAR at the Wells County 4-H Park! 👻

Bring the family out for a spook-tacular evening of Halloween fun! 🕸️🍬 Costumes, treats, and plenty of fun await — you won’t want to miss one of our favorite fall events!

👻 Mark your calendar, grab your costumes, and come join the fun!

📍 Wells County 4-H Park | Bluffton, IN
🎃 We can’t wait to see all of your costumes! 🧡🖤
Wells County Chamber of Commerce
Parks
Bluffton Indiana Mayor's Office

10/23/2026

Want to learn to Crochet? Sign-up now for November's Hooked On Crochet class!
Learning to crochet will give you a lifetime of pleasure and
relaxation. You can learn to create handmade items for yourself and
the people you love. Classes will be taught by Kathy Gehrett at
Washington Park Indoor Pavilion (710 S. Mulberry St.)
from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
on Thursdays, November 5th ,12th, and 19th.
The cost for 3 one-hour group lessons is $20 due the first day. Yarn
and instructions will be provided, and you will need to bring your
own size H hook. Call the park office to pre-register at 824-6069 or
email [email protected]. Class size is limited and open to
beginners and advanced students.

10/23/2026

Between Oct. 19th - 31st send a current photo of your child in this year's Halloween costume to [email protected] along with your name, your child's name, age, and phone number.
We will post photos of your child in their costume on Bluffton Parks Department's page starting on Nov. 2nd and whichever picture has the most votes (likes👍) will receive a prize. Voting will take place until Nov. 6th. This contest is open to any Wells County resident, and you must be willing to pick up your prize at City Hall.

10/23/2026

🍂🐃 2 WEEKS UNTIL THE W.O.O.F.!
There’s just something about running in the fall… crunchy leaves underfoot, crisp air in your lungs, dirt on your shoes, and a little questionable mileage to keep things interesting. 🍁🥾
Join us Saturday, November 7 at 9 AM at Ouabache State Park for the W.O.O.F. Trail Run! Whether you're tackling 5 miles, 10 miles, or whatever the trail decides to give you, it's all about getting outside, enjoying the woods, and having a little fun along the way.
We've got some great reasons to cross the finish line!
🍔 A burger you'll have absolutely earned
🏅 A finisher medal to prove you survived
👕 A long-sleeve race shirt to keep you cozy
🍂 A beautiful fall morning on the trails
📍 Ouabache State Park — Campview Shelter
📅 Saturday, November 7 | 9 AM
Leaves. Dirt. Bison. Questionable Mileage. 🦬
https://raceroster.com/events/2026/112078/woof-trail-run-2026

10/23/2026

TODAY AT NOON!

10/23/2026

You can sign-up now for the Bluffton Parks Department's next Hue Can Paint class! Join us for the next canvas painting class where they will be painting "Snowman Love", for youth ages 7 & up on Monday, November 23rd. Lessons will be held at Washington Park Indoor Pavilion (710 S. Mulberry St.) from 6–7:45pm.
Your kids will enjoy the step-by-step instructions from a local artist to paint a one-of-a-kind creation to take home. Not only will they leave with beautiful artwork, but they will also have a feeling of accomplishment as they master the painting techniques.
The cost is only $15 per person and includes all supplies and instructions.
To register e-mail [email protected] or call 824-6069.
Space is limited to the first 12 pre-registered participants!