Local News and Events in Valparaiso, IN

Midwest Big Band Plays Central Park

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Valparaiso, IN

Valparaiso's Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Thursday, August 20, at Central Park Plaza, home of the 1st Source Bank Amphitheater. The published event time is 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with the main performance listed as 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Midwest Big Band will present an Ultimate Tribute to Sinatra featuring Jim Bulanda and Tom Panici. The concert is a downtown public event for residents and visitors.

This local community update for Valparaiso, IN is scheduled for Thursday, August 20, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Valparaiso, IN area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Valparaiso, IN

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Valparaiso, IN.

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Redevelopment Commission Sets August Meeting

The Valparaiso Redevelopment Commission is scheduled to meet Thursday, August 13, at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall, 166 Lincolnway. The commission's published schedule identifies the meeting as open to the public and includes...

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Valpo Parks Plans Buddy Holly Day Trip

Valpo Parks has scheduled a day trip for Wednesday, August 19, to Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. The outing includes lunch and a performance of Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, which follows the musicia...

Friday, August 21, 2026

Hilltop Hosts Free Outdoor Movie

Hilltop Neighborhood House is scheduled to hold a Summer Movie Night on Friday, August 21, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Hilltop Playground in Valparaiso. The event is listed as part of a free outdoor summer movie series. R...

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Lakewood Summerfest Fills Rogers Lakewood Park

Valpo Parks will hold Lakewood Summerfest on Saturday, August 22, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Rogers Lakewood Park, 5320 North Campbell Street. The event is open to all ages and is planned to include food trucks, live mus...

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Craft Fair Returns To Calumet Avenue

The Edge of Liberty Craft Fair is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 606 North Calumet Avenue in Valparaiso. The event listing places the fair on its every-other-Sunday schedule running fro...

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Park Board Meets At Forest Park

The Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Park Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday, August 25, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Welter Room at Forest Park Golf Course. The board sets policy and provides management...

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