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.

Monday, August 3, 2026

Valparaiso Library Holds Morning Storytime

The Porter County Public Library System lists Storytime at the Valparaiso Branch on Monday, August 3, from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. The program is at the Valparaiso Branch, 103 Jefferson Street, and is listed for young child...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Plan Commission Hears Annexation Proposal

The Valparaiso Plan Commission is scheduled to meet Tuesday, August 4, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 166 Lincolnway. The agenda includes a public hearing and zoning recommendation for a proposed annexation of about 92.260...

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Teen Book Bingo Meets At Valparaiso Branch

Teen Book Bingo is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Youth Services Room at the Valparaiso Branch of the Porter County Public Library System, 103 Jefferson Street. The event is list...

Friday, August 7, 2026

Free Summer Music Comes To Journeyman

Journeyman Distillery is scheduled to host Summer Music Live in Valparaiso on Friday, August 7, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event listing describes it as open to all ages with free admission and free parking. Residents c...

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Kiwanis Corn Roast Returns To Central Park

The Kiwanis Club of Valparaiso's 11th annual community-wide Corn Roast Fest is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Central Park Plaza. The event is organized and operated by the local Kiwanis Cl...

Sunday, August 9, 2026

Edge Of Liberty Craft Fair Returns

The Edge of Liberty Craft Fair is scheduled for Sunday, August 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 606 North Calumet Avenue in Valparaiso. The event listing says the fair takes place every other Sunday from Mother's Day...

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