City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department

City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department Promoting "Livin' the Lake Life" with parks, amenities, trails, events and activities for all.

Our department includes 16 parks just right for relaxing, recreation, family gatherings, concerts and special events, such as our annual WinterFest and Night Bike Rides. We also operate Beechwood Golf Course, Civic Auditorium and a number of multiuse trails. We offer a variety of programs, from youth sports to enrichment opportunities to exercise classes.

Because of severe weather and heavy rain in the area, tonight's LaPorte City Band concert scheduled for Fox Park has bee...
06/10/2026

Because of severe weather and heavy rain in the area, tonight's LaPorte City Band concert scheduled for Fox Park has been cancelled. Any information on rescheduling the concert will be made at a later date.

All baseball and softball games scheduled for tonight are cancelled, as well as pickleball league. Coaches will be notif...
06/10/2026

All baseball and softball games scheduled for tonight are cancelled, as well as pickleball league. Coaches will be notified of reschedule information.

NSA Rumble in the Region men’s softball tournament coming up on Saturday, June 20, at Kesling Park. Visit www.playnsaind...
06/10/2026

NSA Rumble in the Region men’s softball tournament coming up on Saturday, June 20, at Kesling Park. Visit www.playnsaindiana.com for more information.

06/10/2026

The LaPorte County Health Department has issued a Swim with Caution Advisory for Kiwanis-Teledyne Park and Stone Lake Beach. The water tested Tuesday at each location showed above satisfactory E. coli bacteria levels in those locations. All other areas of Pine and Stone lakes tested within the satisfactory range.

Under the Swim with Caution, the Health Department recommends patrons avoid swallowing water and shower immediately upon returning from the lake. Individuals with open wounds or decreased immune system function should avoid the affected waters entirely. For more information, contact the Health Department at 219-326-6808 x 2200. Beach conditions can also be tracked at https://portal.idem.in.gov/BeachAlert.

Don't miss Rock, Ska and Funk band Skirt headlining the Arts in the Park Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. Thursday at the...
06/10/2026

Don't miss Rock, Ska and Funk band Skirt headlining the Arts in the Park Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater in Fox Park.

The ​preconcert entertainment, featuring Roxy Music Student Showcase, begins at 6. Also includes art exhibits and classes, poetry readings, food trucks and raffles. For more information, visit www.artsintheparklaporte.com.

What a game! Congratulations to Winndeavor (pictured in navy jerseys) on winning the 48th annual Walt Thode Baseball Cla...
06/09/2026

What a game! Congratulations to Winndeavor (pictured in navy jerseys) on winning the 48th annual Walt Thode Baseball Classic on Saturday at Lions Field. The Winndeavor squad defeated Duneland Media (pictured in green jerseys) in the championship game by one run. Blake Hardesty (Winndeavor) was presented the John Weeks Most Valuable Player Award for the tournament (pictured with coaches, Matt Bootcheck and Tom Lawson, as well as his father).

The La Porte City Band takes the Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater stage in Fox Park on Wednesday evening. The concert begins...
06/09/2026

The La Porte City Band takes the Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater stage in Fox Park on Wednesday evening. The concert begins at 7 p.m. This week's selections include medleys from movie blockbusters, Rock band The Rolling Stones and the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic "The King and I."

The band is under the direction of Charles Steck. For more information on this week's program, visit the LaPorte City Band page.

🎉 Movie Night is back on! Movies in the Park, featuring 🎬 Recess: School’s Out has been rescheduled for THIS FRIDAY, Jun...
06/08/2026

🎉 Movie Night is back on!

Movies in the Park, featuring 🎬 Recess: School’s Out has been rescheduled for THIS FRIDAY, June 12, at Fox Park! The activities begin at 6:30 p.m.

We’re bringing back all the fun: inflatables, games, face painting, food trucks and a full evening of summer energy before the movie at dusk.

Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and your best recess spirit. We can’t wait to see you for a perfect summer night at the park 🌞✨

All games scheduled for tonight are cancelled. Coaches will be notified of reschedule information.
06/08/2026

All games scheduled for tonight are cancelled. Coaches will be notified of reschedule information.

Burrito Mafia joins us for this week! In addition to some delicious eats and beautiful lake views, we will be turning ...
06/08/2026

Burrito Mafia joins us for this week! In addition to some delicious eats and beautiful lake views, we will be turning Unity Park into one big work of art. Come get colorful and creative with us!

Here's how it will go down:
🎨During your lunch outing to the park, create your masterpiece. (We will provide chalk for you to use. Please leave it for others to use as well. )
📸 Snap a photo of your artwork.
💌 Email your snapshot to [email protected].
📲 Jump online (here on our page) to view and vote (by liking).

And, of course, be sure to stroll through Unity Park (with your burrito) to check out all the artwork! We can't wait to see what La Porte comes up with.

*Please keep artwork community and family friendly. Anything inappropriate will immediately be washed away - ruining everyone's fun.

Address

250 Pine Lake Avenue
Laporte, IN
46350

Opening Hours

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

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