Lafayette Parks & Recreation

10/23/2026

LAST CALL for Fall Fest! 🍬🎃

Join us at McAllister Recreation Center this Sunday, October 25, from 12–3 PM for our annual fall fest celebration! This event is FREE and open to the community! Enjoy an afternoon of fun, treats, games, and fall festivities! 👻 Get those costumes ready and come celebrate with us!

Don’t miss out on the fun! We hope to see you this SUNDAY!

10/23/2026

WINTERIZATION UPDATE: The following drinking fountains have been winterized and covered until further notice - Arlington Park, Centennial Park, Crosser Sports Complex, Hanna Park, Linnwood Park, South Tipp Park, Stockton Park, Trailhead Park, and Lyboult Sports Park.

We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to another warm, fun summer in 2027! ☀😎

10/22/2026

🐾 Happy National Make a Dog’s Day! 🐶💚

Celebrate your four-legged best friend with a trip to one of our dog parks! Let your pup run, play, and make some new furry friends. 🐕🌳Sign up for a dog park membership!

Members get access to exclusive events for you and your pup, fun contests, and opportunities to earn goodies along the way. 🦴🐾Make your pup part of the pack! Email [email protected] today to learn more and sign up. Your pup won’t want to miss out!

10/22/2026

WABASH HERITAGE TRAIL UPDATE: Work on the culvert replacement continues and remains closed. We will notify when we have an expected completion update. Thank you!

SCHEDULED TRAIL CLOSURE: Starting Tuesday, October 20, Wabash Heritage Trail will be closed from Harrison Bridge to Lafayette Cloud Jockey North Field for culvert replacement. Work is expected to be completed Thursday, October 22. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you!

10/21/2026

🔐👋🌳 We’re kicking off our Lafayette Parks & Recreation Staff Spotlight!

First up, meet our Safety and Security Director, Bragg - one of the team members who helps keep our parks and facilities safe!

We’re excited to introduce the people who work behind the scenes to help make our spaces welcoming and enjoyable for everyone in the community. If you see them out and about, be sure to say hi!

Stay tuned as we spotlight more of the amazing people who make Lafayette Parks & Recreation special! 💚

10/20/2026

Keep your kiddos active this fall with Sporties for Shorties basketball!🏀

Join us at McAllister Rec Center as kids learn the fundamentals of basketball, from dribbling to shooting, and get the chance to put their skills to the test in a real game! It's a great way to stay active, build confidence, and have fun on the court.

Register today online https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog or call McAllister Rec Center at (765) 807-1360 to save your spot!

10/20/2026

SCHEDULED TRAIL CLOSURE: Starting Tuesday, October 20, Wabash Heritage Trail will be closed from Harrison Bridge to Lafayette Cloud Jockey North Field for culvert replacement. Work is expected to be completed Thursday, October 22. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you!

10/19/2026

We want to hear from YOU! 💬 Whether you visit McAllister Recreation Center regularly or haven’t had the chance to stop by yet, your feedback matters to us!

Help us learn what you’d love to see, what programs interest you, and how we can better serve our community. Your input helps us continue making McAllister Rec Center a place for everyone!

Share your thoughts with us by taking the survey! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7oxiv9RGD0Ky0ARchk3EfFgxzKxXCM5GmCr9St4L2wlUNjg0NlpLT1dQSVJVQ1FIOU42Sjg4Tk05VC4u

10/19/2026

A big thank you to our Litter-Free Adopt-A-Spot sponsor, Kettelhut Construction, Inc., for helping keep Lafayette clean, green, and litter-free! Thank you for leading the way toward a greener future. 🌎

Interested in getting involved? You can become a part of the Litter-Free Lafayette program, too! Contact Garrett Gaskins today to talk about a sponsorship level that’s right for you and your organization! Call (765) 807-1382!

10/16/2026

Big progress is happening at Columbian Park Zoo! 🦍🌿

Our new primate habitats are really starting to take shape! The artificial rockwork, trees, and ponds are almost complete, the gibbons’ viewing area is coming together, and roofing is going up across the exhibits.

We’re getting one step closer to creating an exciting new space for our primates and the families who come to visit! Stay tuned for more updates! 🐒