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Summer Pool Openings
Six of Indy Park’s Pools are OPEN! Pools will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. except Thatcher Park Pool is closed on Sundays.
We are offering FREE pool passes that are valid for the whole summer for Marion County residents. Proof of residency is required for adults, items such as a utility bill, rent or mortgage statement, school enrollment materials, driver’s license, or other items will work. |
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Summer Pools FAQs
Where do I sign up for a pool pass?
To sign up for a FREE pool pass, visit one of the following locations. Facility opening hours can be found here. Passes will be valid all summer.
- Bethel Park: 2850 Bethel Ave. (317) 327-7480
- Broad Ripple Park: 1610 Broad Ripple Ave. (317) 327-7161
- Brookside Park: 3500 Brookside Parkway S. Dr. (317) 327-7179
- Christian Park (for Willard Pool): 4200 English Ave. (317) 327-7163
- Customer Service Center at Riverside Park: 1720 Burdsal Parkway. 317-327-7275
- Eagle Creek Admin Building: 7840 W. 56th St. (317) 327-7110
- Ellenberger Park: 5301 E. St. Clair St. (317) 327-7176
- Frederick Douglass Family Center: 1616 E. 25th St. (317) 327-7174
- Garfield Park Burrello Family Center: 2345 Pagoda Dr (317) 327-7220
- Holliday Park: 6363 Spring Mill Rd. (317) 327-7180
- Indy Island Aquatic Center: 8575 E. Raymond St. (317) 862-6876
- Perry Park: 425 E. Stop 11 Rd. (317) 888-0070
- Riverside Park: 2420 E. Riverside Dr. (317) 327-7171
- Thatcher Park: 4649 W. Vermont St. (317) 327-7390
Learn more online here.
Why are only six pools opening?
Due to staffing shortages, the initial pool rollout will feature some of the parks department’s 17 pools. Out of 224 available lifeguard positions, only 81 people have been hired. With 377 available summer positions, Indy Parks has hired 192 people. This number represents lifeguards, cashiers, pool managers, day camp counselors, food program coordinators, and more. Indy Parks will continue to evaluate staffing levels and options to open additional pools in June and July.
Which pools are undergoing construction?
Gustafson Park pool is undergoing maintenance and could open after July 4th. And, Krannert Park’s pool and family center will be remolded, resulting in the pool being closed during the summer months.
How can someone apply for a summer position?
The parks department is still looking for lifeguards, pool managers, head lifeguards, food program coordinators, and more summer positions. Click here to apply. |
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LIFEGUARDS START AT $15/HR, CASHIERS: $13/HR, AND POOL MANAGERS: $16.50/HR!
Indy Parks is also now hiring Camp Counselors, Food Program Coordinators, Facility Attendants, and more for Summer 2022! APPLY NOW!
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June 10,
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Holliday Park –
Join us for a fun family Friday night around the campfire. Enjoy a sweet treat by the fire, learn about something new, and experience night hiking! Roasting sticks and s’mores provided, bring your own hot dogs and make a meal of it!
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June 10,
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Bethel Park –
Participants will use photo and video software to create a digital story. Facilitators will help participants utilize media tools in order to effectively communicate their idea in a unique and personal way.
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June 14,
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Frederick Douglass
Do you think about what’s for lunch while at work? Want to make healthy, delicious lunches and snacks for you and those you care about? Come learn quick and tasty snack options to keep you fueled until your next meal.
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Happy 50th Anniversary to Eagle Creek Park!
Today, June 10th, Eagle Creek Park is celebrating its 50th anniversary! Celebrate with us, we’ll have $1 park admission all day, a free concert at the beach, a volunteer and staff recognition ceremony, food trucks, and more. The park was officially dedicated on June 10, 1972, so join us to celebrate the park’s actual 50th birthday! RAIN OR SHINE, bring an umbrella and lawn chairs!
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Free Summer Meal Program
- Open to ALL kids 18 and under, they must be present and eat the meal on-site.
- Available Monday – Friday.
- Locations are all around Marion County.
- Free, no registration necessary.
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Sports of All Sorts
This year Indy Parks and Indy OPHS are offering Sports of All Sorts on Saturday evenings for youth aged 9-17 at Brookside Park. Sports of all Sorts will offer non-traditional sports such as snorkeling, lacrosse, track and field, biking, and more. We are thrilled to partner with incredible organizations such as Aspire House, Sea Scope, Advancement Through Athletics, and Freewheelin’ Community Bikes for working to make this possible and for their commitment to helping us provide safe, fun spaces for youth to recreate this summer.
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Garfield Park Arts and Music Festival
Save the date for the 5th annual Garfield Park Art & Music Festival – Saturday, June 25. The festival will feature 6 bands, 40 local artists, and more at this free, all-ages event.
Are you interested in attending the festival and giving back to your community at the same time? Volunteer with us! We have multiple options for volunteer time slots and positions.
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Safe Summer
OPHS (Office of Public Health and Safety) and Indy Parks are thrilled to announce this year’s Safe Summer Initiative. Safe Summer will take place at Washington Park each Friday evening from 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., Riverside and Garfield Parks from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. for youth aged 13-18. These evenings will be filled with fun, free food, music and so much more. These events are free and no registration is required.
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INDY PARKS SUMMER CONCERT & MOVIE SERIES Join us all summer long in Broad Ripple Park, Garfield Park, Martin Luther King Jr Park, and Eagle Creek Beach for special FREE performances and movies to enjoy in the surrounding nature!
This Week:
6/10 Backyard Blues, Taggart Memorial Amphitheater, Free, 7:00 p.m.
6/10 Sadie Johnson, Broad Ripple Park, Free, 7:00 p.m.
6/15 Indianapolis Brass Choir, Garfield Park MaCallister Amphitheater, Free, 7:00 p.m.
6/15 Busman’s Holiday, Eagle Creek Beach, Free with Park Admission, 6:30 p.m.
6/16 The Wood Brother & Guster with David Wax Museum, Rock the Ruins at Holliday Park, Tickets Required, 6:30 p.m.
6/16 Ross Hollow w/ Meghan Cristeen Martin & the 1900, Garfield Park MaCallister Amphitheater, Free, 7:00 p.m.
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Pride of the Parks: Honoring Black Culture through Indy Parks
Help us recognize and celebrate the contributions of influential African-American leaders in our community! Indy Parks has highlighted the achievements and contributions of this special group of trailblazers by naming several of our most beloved parks and facilities in their honor. In recognizing these great leaders and in the work that we do every day throughout the city, we hope to be a force for change. We hope that you will take the opportunity to learn more about these important people whose names and legacies are preserved through Indy Parks. |
Oscar Charleston
Esteemed baseball player Oscar Charleston was born and raised in Indianapolis along with his 10 brothers and sisters. He was one of the most influential contributors to the Negro League baseball teams here in the city.Charleston spent 33 seasons playing for and managing the Indianapolis ABCs and the Chicago American Giants, as well as other Negro League teams. He retired from baseball in 1945 and went to work as a baggage handler for the Pennsylvania Railroad.In 1976, Charleston’s contributions to baseball were recognized through his election to the Baseball Hall of Fame. You can visit Oscar Charleston Park at 2800 E 30th St. |
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Indy Parks Reminders!
Help Keep Indy Parks Clean
As you enjoy parks and trails, please remember to place trash and other items in available trash containers or take your items with you to dispose of later. Together, we can keep our parks free from litter. Days of Service opportunities are available to help beautify our city’s parks. Email Amy.Anderson@indy.gov for more info. Stay in the Know
Follow us on social media and visit our website to stay up-to-date on everything happening at Indy Parks! Register for programs online or by calling Customer Service at (317) 327-PARK.
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#DiscoverIndyParks
We love seeing your photos taken at Indy Parks! Share your pictures and tag us on Instagram @indyparks for a chance to be featured!
Shown: Little ones enjoying our Hike and Seek program!
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Indy Parks offers 212 parks, 11,260 acres, 130 playgrounds, 155 sports fields, 153 miles of trails, 23 recreation and nature centers, 19 aquatic centers, 22 spray grounds, 13 golf courses, and four dog parks.
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