Douglass Golf Course - Indy Parks and Recreation

10/29/2026

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween with the family? Join us at Christian Park Family Center for an evening filled with friendly competition, sweet treats, and community fun! From spooky table games and exciting door prizes to plenty of Halloween goodies, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Gather your friends, bring your Halloween spirit, and make some unforgettable memories with us on October 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. We can't wait to see you there for a night of laughs, treats, and just the right amount of spooky fun! 🎃🍬👻🕸️

10/28/2026

🚨NOW HIRING! 🚨

Krannert is currently looking for adults with day time availability and reliable transportation to fill Lifeguard positions here at Krannert's pool! This position starts at $16.62/hr and is part time.

Interested? Apply online or call the park at (317) 327-7375 to leave your name and number!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/indianapolis/jobs/5516020/krannert-year-round-lifeguard?keywords=krannert&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

10/28/2026

Have you seen these signs at our parks this year? Ten of our Indy Parks are directly one the White River and part of the larger White Riverway across Marion and Hamilton Counties. Our friends at Discover White River have some great prizes for checking in at parks along the White Riverway that you can discover here: discoverwhiteriver.com/pass
The first photo is Broad Ripple Park, second is Municipal Gardens, and third is Belmont Beach which is currently closed for the dam removal.

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

🦉 Whooooo joined us at Holliday Park - Indy Parks and Recreation last weekend for another year of Hauntless Halloween?!

From candlelit trails and performances to pumpkin painting and s'mores, these moments will become memories for years to come. 🎃🕯️

Thank you to the staff, volunteers, and native forest friends from the Booth Tarkington Civic Theater for putting together such a fun experience for our visitors!

10/26/2026

This morning, Deputy Mayor Shea Joyce, City-County Councilor Leroy Robinson, and Indy Parks cut the ribbon on one of the tallest playgrounds in Indianapolis at WISH Park! This project, funded through both the Lilly Endowment Grant and $1 million from Councilor Robinson, includes this new playground, shelter, parking lot, and paved walking path. Be sure to swing by and enjoy the fall weather! 🛝🍂

10/24/2026

10/23/2026

IT’S HAUNT SEASON AT INDY ISLAND!

Indy Island will have NO swimming hours this weekend as we get spooky!

Join us for our Annual Haunted Activities on Saturday, October 25th, and Sunday, October 26th, from 5 PM to 9 PM!

Come enjoy fun activities, brave our haunted house, and receive a treat at the end!

Bring the family, wear your costumes, and get ready for a frightfully fun time at the Island!

10/23/2026

10/23/2026

Christian Park is getting ready to celebrate the end of construction. Established in 1921 and spread across 73 acres along Pleasant Run Creek, this beloved east‑side park has welcomed generations of families with its trails, playgrounds, sports fields, courts, shelters, and year‑round programs for all ages. ⁠
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Thanks to funding from the Lilly Endowment, the park is now receiving exciting new playground upgrades that will make it an even more inviting place for the community to enjoy.

04/01/2014

Summer Program Guide Preview http://ht.ly/viaRc Registration opens 4/21 for summer activities - Camp reg open now!

11/07/2013

Winter Program Registration Begins Tomorrow - View our Program Guide http://ht.ly/qArpC

Indy Parks

06/18/2013

Wish_TV covers Make a Splash swim lessons offered this week through Thursday at all of the outdoor Indy Parks pools plus Thatcher and Indy Island. Downing is one of the leading causes of death in youth under age 14; however the likelihood of drowning can be decreased by more than 80% if the child takes swim lessons. Visit Tuesday at 11:00 & participate in the World's Largest Swim Lesson; swim free afterwards!

06/14/2013

Free water safety lessons next week. Come for the lesson, stay free for the day! ht.ly/lV7ma

06/12/2013

A great article on playground safety http://ht.ly/lWuzo

You can now see Indystar.com in a format specifically designed for your tablet. Experience the best local news, video, and photos in a beautiful...

06/11/2013

Free swim lessons next week. Come for the lesson, stay free for the day! http://ht.ly/lV7ma

Parks Aquatic Centers through the "Make-a-Splash" program – a great introduction to water safety in a guarded pool setting. "Make-a-Splash"...

06/07/2013

Why in movie in the park 2day? Original Release date 6/7/85. http://ht.ly/lP4ml Who's inTonight @ Garfield Park

Remember the days of outdoor Drive-In movies on a warm summer night with the station wagon full of the family? Starting May 3rd, Garfield Park is...

06/07/2013

Coke is doing a promotion to give away $100k to a park. Let's pump up Eagle Creek Park - Let's Show Off http://ht.ly/lOy18 Vote Daily!

Vote for your favorite park to win a $100,000 recreation grant from the 2013 'America is Your Park' program from Coca-Cola.

06/04/2013

Check out food sites around . meals for youth under 18yrs. No Reg Required! Map: http://ht.ly/lGX4K