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SUMMARY:Mural Walk 2026: Live Painting\, Music and More
DESCRIPTION:See artists paint new murals at our third annual Mural Walk in downtown Valparaiso\, IN\nThis popular family-friendly event also features live music\, free creative activities led by local artists\, giveaways and more. It’s fun for all ages! \nSaturday\, August 22\, 2026 (Rain date August 29)\nFree to the public\n9am – 3pm\nthroughout downtown Valparaiso\, IN \nThis year’s event will feature three new mural locations plus an engaging collaborative community project for a total of four new murals in downtown Valparaiso. Guests of all ages are welcome to explore current and newly activated sites throughout the day while enjoying live muralists\, music\, CREATE-it-and-TAKE-it activities\, and opportunities for kids to contribute to the collaborative piece. \nAttendees should check in at Valpo Creates Center\, City Hall\, or the VCC booth at the Valparaiso Farmers Market to receive a Mural Walk map\, scavenger hunt sheet for giveaways\, and a complimentary tote bag with the Official Mural Walk Coloring Book\, while supplies last. \nVisitors can meet artists\, learn about the creative process\, and experience downtown Valparaiso as vibrant public art comes to life. The self-guided event invites participants to discover murals throughout the city while supporting local businesses and celebrating the power of community-driven placemaking. \nVisitors can also explore mural locations through the Indiana Dunes Tourism Arts & Culture Trail app. Visit our website and social media for updates and additional programs. \nLearn more about our Mural Walk programming and see a map of murals facilitated by the VCC to enjoy Valparaiso’s public art year-round! \nOur four NEW featured locations and muralists\n1. Front Porch Music\nMuralist: Katie Lukes from Chicago\, IL\nKatie will paint this mural on panels at the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce at 162 W. Lincolnway Valparaiso. The completed mural will be installed at Front Porch Music in September/October; check back for more updates soon! \n2. Smith Ready Mix: This will be the VCC’s tallest mural\n251 W. Brown Street Valparaiso\nMuralist: Felix Maldonado from Hammond\, IN \n3. Central Park Plaza: This will be the VCC’s 4th community mural\nMuralist / Design: Cassi Graber from South Bend\, IN\nThe community will help paint this mural at Valpo Creates Center (256 Indiana Ave. Valparaiso) on 8/22 and it will be installed at Central Park Plaza in September/October 2026; check back for more updates soon. This mural is a collaborative partnership between Wonderlane Events. All ages are invited to come to the Valpo Creates Center and contribute! \n4. Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce: This will be the VCC’s longest mural – coming September 26th!\n162 W. Lincolnway Valparaiso\nMuralist: Katie Lukes from Chicago\, IL\nThis mural will be painted in on September 26. See details about our Mural Walk Part II event and come watch Katie paint! \n+++ \nWays to get involved in Mural Walk 2026\nHost a mural\nGot a blank wall in downtown Valpo that could use a mural? Contact us! \nPaint a mural\nArtists can apply now for future mural design and painting opportunities. \nVolunteer\nLend a hand to help us make Mural Walk a great experience for our community. \nDonate\nYour tax-deductible contributions helps fund public art in Valparaiso\, IN. \n  \n \nCan’t make the kick-off?\nValparaiso Creative Council is offering group Mural Walk Tours starting the first week of September! Teachers\, parents\, or group leader who would like to schedule a group tour should fill out the Mural Tours form. \n \nMany thanks to our Mural Walk 2026 donors\, partners\, grant funders\, and mural locations!
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/mural-walk-2026-valparaiso-in/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Mural Walk,Signature Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260820
DTSTAMP:20260831T235502Z
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SUMMARY:Third Wednesdays - Monthly Creative Experiences in Valpo
DESCRIPTION:Visit local Valpo businesses on the Third Wednesday of each month for special creative exhibitions and interactive activities.\nThird Wednesdays invites you to experience creativity in downtown Valparaiso’s Creative District. Each month on the Third Wednesday\, participating businesses will offer their own “creative menu” including special activities\, rotating exhibits\, and unique experiences to explore during normal business hours. \nVisit any (or all!) of the participating locations below during their normal business hours. \nLower Lincoln\nFeatured quarterly exhibit of local artists is on display and able to be viewed during business hours and also on Third Wednesdays. \nRoots Cafe\nFeatured quarterly exhibit of local artists is on display and able to be viewed during business hours and also on Third Wednesdays. \nScented Science\nFeatured quarterly exhibit of one local artist is on display and able to be viewed during business hours and also on Third Wednesdays. \nNextdoor at Birdie’s\nFeatured quarterly exhibit of one local artist is on display and able to be viewed during business hours and also on Third Wednesdays. \nThe Press – Shut-up and Write Workshop\nIf you are an author or an aspiring author who needs time to dedicate to your writing\, this is the place for you. Join in on Third Wednesdays and follow The Press for more information. \nDuneland Pottery\nEach Third Wednesday\, Duneland Pottery will have special time slots for #justglaze (paint-a-pot). We recommend that you register to reserve your spot (walk-ins are not guaranteed). \nPorter County Museum\nThe PoCo Muse is excited to participate with everyone for this Creative District initiative! On Third Wednesdays\, PoCo Muse will provide an interactive “Spot PoCo Mouse” eye spy activity where a version of our mascot Poco Mouse will be hidden somewhere in the exhibit for visitors to find. When found visitors earn a special limited edition button! The current exhibit on display is “The Porter County Fair: Our Heart of Hearts” which runs until the end of October. The museum’s hours are 11-5 on Wednesdays. \nValpo Velvet\nSpecial feature menu item exclusive on Third Wednesdays only.
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/third-wednesdays-monthly-creative-experiences-in-valparaiso/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Lower Lincoln\, 212 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Third Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000
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SUMMARY:Kids mural activity at Kidchella by Wonderlane Events
DESCRIPTION:Kids can help create a new mural for Valparaiso\nVCC will have a booth at Wonderlane’s Kidchella where kids can help us create a new mural for downtown Valparaiso. \nThis kids mural will be completed and installed at Central Park Plaza near The Rolling Stonebaker during VCC’s popular and free Mural Walk 2026 event on Saturday\, August 22\, so be sure to attend both events if you can! \nThe VCC interactive kids mural activity at Kidchella is included with admission. \nSunset Hill Farm County Park\nValparaiso\, IN\nTickets: $8 for adults\, $3 for children ages 3+ \n  \nAbout Kidchella by Wonderlane:  \n“Kidchella is a festival-inspired family experience created for kids\, parents\, and everyone who loves a little magic in the middle of real life. It’s music\, movement\, creativity\, shopping\, snacks\, bubbles\, glow-ups\, photo moments\, and the kind of family fun that actually feels fun for everyone.” \nHow to get tickets \nLearn more about this event + get tickets for Kidchella
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/kids-mural-activity-at-kidchella-by-wonderlane-events-08-01-26/
LOCATION:Sunset Hill Farm County Park\, 775 Meridian Rd #8507\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - Valpo artist reception and networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free artist reception at Roots Market Cafe and Lower Lincoln where the mic is turned on and TURNED UP for the ARTS!\nArtist Reception:\nWednesday\, July 15\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \nStarts at Roots Market Cafe\n108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN \nNOTE: This reception was rescheduled from June 17 due to stormy weather. \nFeaturing: \nAnh Le\n@lnpanhftu2 \nEmma Orsburn\n@orsburn.window.paintings\n \nGuy Welman\n@guy_wellman \nKayla Vasilko\nkvasilko@purdue.edu \nMark Zimmerman\n@mark.zimmerman.s.artwork \n  \nThis exclusive event will introduce five local artists to our downtown Valpo exhibit whose talent pours out a colorful curation of works. All five artist encapsulate a variety of styles\, perspectives\, and attention to composition. Get in touch with the artists + support their talent! \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit on display 4.10.26 – 7.15.26 \n 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-summer-valpo/
LOCATION:Roots Market Cafe\, 108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T190042Z
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SUMMARY:SAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summer arts + music weekend in downtown Valparaiso!\nValparaiso Creative Council and Valparaiso Events are combining forces to produce this new FREE community arts event in Valparaiso\, IN: \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026\nFriday\, June 26\nthrough Sunday\, June 28\nStarting at Central Plaza – 68 Lafayette Street\nStretching to Valpo Creates Center – 256 Indiana Avenue \nNamed as a nod to the geography and industry of our county and region\, SAND + STEEL Art Fest is a free\, three-day celebration of local artistic creativity and talent. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest kicks off with a community concert featuring the South Shore Orchestra on Friday\, June 26\, 2026 at 7pm at Central Park Plaza. The celebration continues with two days filled with art in all its forms\, inviting visitors to explore the Valparaiso Creative District and experience work from more than fifty local artists across a wide range of fine art disciplines on on Saturday\, June 27 from 9am-5pm and Sunday\, June 28 from 10am-4pm. The seasonal Valparaiso Market\, hosted by Valpo Parks\, will be integrated into the event\, adding even more local vendors to peruse. Throughout the weekend\, attendees can also take part in interactive experiences including live music\, theater\, dance\, performances\, and hands-on create-and-take activities for all ages. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest will be steeped in the history and dynamic theme of our county’s natural sand dunes and steel industry\, promising a unique experience of themed fusion between the two. This refined exhibit of local and regional artists will showcase an arrangement of talent for attendees to enjoy. It promises to layer immersive experiences\, provide plenty of artwork to purchase\, celebrate a wave of art activation\, and engage attendees in fun SAND + STEEL Art Fest activities for families and audiences of all ages and abilities. \nValparaiso Creative Council is a non-profit organization of community leaders entrusted with developing the Creative District for Valparaiso\, while Valparaiso Events is an established community engagement organization who consistently provides incredible festivals and events for our region. The partnership between both entities will extend a refreshing synergy and creative celebration of summer in downtown Valparaiso. \n  \nFeatured Artists\nSee ValparaisoEvents.com in June for a full list of participating artists! \n  \nInterested in sponsoring?\nWe’re accepting sponsors for this highly-visible summer 2026 event. Please contact Jessica Corral at Valparaiso Creative Council or  Tom Clifford at Valparaiso Events for availability. \nPLATINUM $5\,000 \n\nReserved Front Row Seating at South Shore Orchestra Concert (Friday\, June 26)\nOpportunity to MC Main Stage\nAd Space in Event Brochure\nComplimentary use of Valparaiso Creative Council Space (based on availability\, some restrictions apply)\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×20 Booth Set Up at Entire Event Series\n\nGOLD $2\,500 (6) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×10 Booth Set Up at Event on Saturday & Sunday\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nLive Artist (2)\nYouth Creative Corner (1)\nCreate IT + Take IT Activity (1)\nStage Performances (2)\n\n\n\nSILVER $1\,500 (4) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signs\, Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nPhotobooth/Photo OP (2)\nPop-Up Art Activation (2)\n\n\n\nBRONZE $500 \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n\nDownload the 2026 SAND + STEEL Art Fest Sponsorship Sheet
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/sand-and-steel-art-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Central Park Plaza\, 68 Lafayette Street\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T184019Z
CREATED:20260202T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T184019Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Valpo YMCA are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Fridays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular YMCA camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with YMCA to participate! \nSchedule at Valpo YMCA\nJune 5: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 12: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 19: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 26: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \n\nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-ymca-2026/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Valparaiso Family YMCA\, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183844Z
CREATED:20260202T200819Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Hilltop Neighborhood House
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and Hilltop Neighborhood House are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Thursdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Hilltop camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with Hilltop to participate! \nSchedule at Hilltop Neighborhood House\nJune 4: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 11: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 18: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 25: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-hilltop-neighborhood-house-2026/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Hilltop Neighborhood House\, 460 S. College Avenue\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183652Z
CREATED:20260202T201250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183652Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Boys & Girls Club are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Wednesdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Boys & Girls Club camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with the Boys & Girls Club in Valparaiso to participate! \nSchedule at Boys & Girls Club\nJune 3: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 10: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 17: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 24: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-boys-and-girls-club-2026/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Valparaiso\, 708 Evans Avenue\, Valparaiso\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T184019Z
CREATED:20260202T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T184019Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Valpo YMCA are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Fridays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular YMCA camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with YMCA to participate! \nSchedule at Valpo YMCA\nJune 5: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 12: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 19: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 26: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \n\nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-ymca-2026/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Valparaiso Family YMCA\, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183844Z
CREATED:20260202T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183844Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Hilltop Neighborhood House
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and Hilltop Neighborhood House are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Thursdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Hilltop camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with Hilltop to participate! \nSchedule at Hilltop Neighborhood House\nJune 4: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 11: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 18: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 25: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-hilltop-neighborhood-house-2026/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Hilltop Neighborhood House\, 460 S. College Avenue\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183652Z
CREATED:20260202T201250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183652Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Boys & Girls Club are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Wednesdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Boys & Girls Club camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with the Boys & Girls Club in Valparaiso to participate! \nSchedule at Boys & Girls Club\nJune 3: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 10: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 17: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 24: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-boys-and-girls-club-2026/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Valparaiso\, 708 Evans Avenue\, Valparaiso\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T184019Z
CREATED:20260202T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T184019Z
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Valpo YMCA are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Fridays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular YMCA camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with YMCA to participate! \nSchedule at Valpo YMCA\nJune 5: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 12: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 19: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 26: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \n\nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-ymca-2026/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Valparaiso Family YMCA\, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183844Z
CREATED:20260202T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183844Z
UID:10000835-1781168400-1781179200@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Hilltop Neighborhood House
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and Hilltop Neighborhood House are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Thursdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Hilltop camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with Hilltop to participate! \nSchedule at Hilltop Neighborhood House\nJune 4: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 11: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 18: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 25: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-hilltop-neighborhood-house-2026/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Hilltop Neighborhood House\, 460 S. College Avenue\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183652Z
CREATED:20260202T201250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183652Z
UID:10000780-1781082000-1781092800@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Boys & Girls Club are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Wednesdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Boys & Girls Club camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with the Boys & Girls Club in Valparaiso to participate! \nSchedule at Boys & Girls Club\nJune 3: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 10: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 17: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 24: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-boys-and-girls-club-2026/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Valparaiso\, 708 Evans Avenue\, Valparaiso\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T184019Z
CREATED:20260202T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T184019Z
UID:10000010-1780650000-1780660800@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Valpo YMCA are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Fridays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular YMCA camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with YMCA to participate! \nSchedule at Valpo YMCA\nJune 5: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 12: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 19: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 26: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \n\nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-ymca-2026/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Valparaiso Family YMCA\, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183844Z
CREATED:20260202T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183844Z
UID:10000011-1780563600-1780574400@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Hilltop Neighborhood House
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and Hilltop Neighborhood House are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Thursdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Hilltop camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with Hilltop to participate! \nSchedule at Hilltop Neighborhood House\nJune 4: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 11: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 18: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 25: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-hilltop-neighborhood-house-2026/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Hilltop Neighborhood House\, 460 S. College Avenue\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valpocreates.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Valpo-Creates-Camp-Hilltop.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T183652Z
CREATED:20260202T201250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T183652Z
UID:10000012-1780477200-1780488000@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Boys & Girls Club are bringing the arts to children this June!\nFor four consecutive Wednesdays in June\, kids will be able to experience Valpo Creative Camp fun as part of the regular Boys & Girls Club camp schedule at no extra cost. \nBe sure to register with the Boys & Girls Club in Valparaiso to participate! \nSchedule at Boys & Girls Club\nJune 3: Theater with Playact Theatre\nCampers will get to learn the world of performance and create a special skit as a collaborative team. \nJune 10: Dance with Indiana Ballet Theater\nCampers will get to learn various forms of dance and create their own movement expression! \nJune 17: Music with South Shore Orchestra\nCampers will get to mingle with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nJune 24: Visual Arts with Stargirl Crafts\nCampers will be led through a fun mixed media activity and a create-it and take-it project. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-boys-and-girls-club-2026/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Valparaiso\, 708 Evans Avenue\, Valparaiso\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260427T223134Z
CREATED:20260202T202303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T223134Z
UID:10000013-1775865600-1783727999@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - PNW exhibit
DESCRIPTION:See this free art exhibition at Purdue University Northwest showcasing rotating artwork each quarter.\n“A Collaborative Spirit of Seasons\, Reasons\, Thunder + Wonder”\nOn display 4.11.26 – 7.10.26 \nPurdue University Northwest Hammond Campus\nClassroom Office Building\n2200 169th Street\, Hammond\, IN \nOpen to the public during building hours. \nFeaturing: \nEd Spelde\nespelde@comcast.net \nJeff Baumgartner\n@baumgartnerjeffrey \nThomas Cera\ntcera@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-2026-spring-pnw/
LOCATION:Purdue University Northwest – Hammond Campus\, 2200 E 169th Street\, Hammond\, IN\, 46323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valpocreates.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AI-2026-PNW-Q2-exhibit.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260225T003413Z
CREATED:20260202T211916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T003413Z
UID:10000014-1772125200-1772132400@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - Valpo
DESCRIPTION:Attend this free artist reception at Roots Market Cafe and Lower Lincoln where the mic is turned on and TURNED UP for the ARTS!\nArtist Reception:\nWednesday\, February 26\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \nStarts at Roots Roots Market Cafe\n108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN \nFeaturing: \nEd Spelde\nespelde@comcast.net \nJeff Baumgartner\n@baumgartnerjeffrey \nThomas Cera\ntcera@gmail.com \nThis exclusive event will introduce three local artists to our downtown Valpo exhibit whose talent extends into decades of experience. All three painters encapsulate a variety of styles\, perspectives\, and attention to nature. \nAlso\, Valparaiso Events\, VCC and Valpo Parks will share details about our new collaborative SAND + STEEL Art Fest on June 26–28\, including how artists and attendees can get involved. \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit: 1.16.26 – 4.4.26
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-valpo-2026-early-spring/
LOCATION:Roots Market Cafe\, 108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260225T003423Z
CREATED:20260202T212405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T003423Z
UID:10000015-1772038800-1772046000@valpocreates.org
SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - PNW
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this free networking  event where ART takes the floor\, grabs the mic\, & turns up the ARTS on the PNW campus.\nComparative Works of Ink\, Lens + Illustration: Fluidity in Motion \nArtist Reception: February 25\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p\nPNW Hammond Campus\nClassroom Office Building\n2200 169th Street Hammond\, IN \nThe reception will take place at PNW Hammond Campus in the Mane zone. \nThis exclusive event will introduce local artists to students\, faculty + PNW stakeholders with our 1st POP-up art exhibit of 2026. Hear their stories and how they were led to explore ink\, lens + illustration. \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit duration: 1.16.26 – 4.4.26
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-2026-winter-pnw/
LOCATION:Purdue University Northwest – Hammond Campus\, 2200 E 169th Street\, Hammond\, IN\, 46323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://valpocreates.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AI-2026-PNW-Winter-2.25.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Valparaiso Creative Council":MAILTO:info@valpocreates.org
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