

The mission of the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the quality of life in the City by connecting its citizens to the best possible parks, recreational facilities, and programs. The Department has more than 20 full-time and more than 100 seasonal and part-time employees. Together, the City and the Park's Department hosts the Global Fest, a community-wide celebration of our community's diversity. The Recreation Department offers a wide range of community activities and classes year-round at all our facilities. Our park properties include Celery Bog Nature Area (195 acres and Lilly Nature Center), Happy Hollow Park (81 acres), Cumberland Park (62 acres), Tapawingo Park (20 acres and Riverside Skating Center), and the Municipal Pool, and the West Lafayette Wellness Center. The City's parks encompass more than 464 acres of recreational areas, picnic grounds, nature trails, and accessible playgrounds. West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation.Criminal/Pre-Employment Charter History.Lilly Nature Center & Celery Bog Nature Area.Aquatic Center Rentalsīoth aquatic centers are available to rent for parties after public hours. When attempting to reserve gym times, leave your daytime phone number(s). Each team/group will be allowed only one representative for making reservations. A $50 deposit is required for each team scheduled. To participate in the lottery, please register. Rental contract, rules and pricing (PDF).This service is available for persons living in the Ankeny Community School District only. Fees range from $22 to $44 per hour depending on the facility.

Gym space is available on weeknights after 6 p.m. View facility rules (PDF).Īnkeny Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with the Ankeny Community School District, will be taking reservations for public gym usage. Additional permits may be necessary based on event requirements. Ankeny Market and Pavilion is a trailhead for the popular High Trestle Trail, home of the Ankeny Uptown Farmer's Market, and host to a variety of unique and exciting community activities. Non-profits must provide proof of 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) status to qualify for this rate.Īnkeny Market and Pavilion, 715 W 1st StreetĪnkeny Market and Pavilion is a 3.1-acre park that includes two pavilions, a restroom building, 108 parking spaces, bicycle trailheads, and plenty of open space. The bandshell is an excellent place for small or large events such as performances and other special events. The Ankeny Bandshell at Wagner Park is available for public use and can be rented on a first-come, first-served reservation basis. Outdoor Rental Facilities Ankeny Bandshell, 410 W First Street Learn more about renting the Albaugh Family Senior Community Center. Small classroom ideal for meetings, presentations, classes, and other small events is also available. The Albaugh Family Senior Community Center has a large banquet room ideal for parties, weddings, banquets, and other large events. View f acility rules (PDF)Īlbaugh Family Senior Community Center, 150 NW Ash Drive

Reservations are taken up to one year in advance. The facility also includes an open-air shelter with picnic tables. The Outdoor Education Center is a four-season, 1,200 square feet rental facility for up to 50 people.

Outdoor Education Center, 610 NE 36th Street Located in Hawkeye Park, the Lakeside Center is a four-season, 3,500 square feet rental facility for up to 250 people. Indoor Rental Facilities Lakeside Center, 400 NW Lakeshore Drive If the park is not listed below, the shelter can be used at no charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.Ĭheck availability, amenities, rental fees and reservations online. Please note, no park shelters have electricity hook-ups. Reservations can be made a maximum of six months in advance. There are elements for kids of all ages and my only warning would be that I.
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Park shelters are available for private rental at the following parks. Miracle Park in Ankeny is one of the two large playgrounds in the area that were designed to be inclusive of all children (the other is Ashley Okland Star Playground) and it is full of unique things to play with and climb.
