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Hot Wheels Race of Champions & Food Truck Rally
Sep
5
4:30 PM16:30

Hot Wheels Race of Champions & Food Truck Rally

Valparaiso Events Presents

Pre-Popcorn Festival Event:

Hot Wheels Race of Champions & Food Truck Rally

Friday, September 5, 2025

William E Urschel Pavilion & Central Park Plaza

Registration 4:30 - 5:30

Races: 4:30 - 9:00


Start your engines for Popcorn Festival weekend at the Hot Wheels Race of Champions & Food Truck Rally!

Races will take place on a custom Hot Wheels track in the William E. Urschel Pavilion from 4:30 - 9:00. Get ready to wave your checkered flags, enjoy some delicious food at the Food Truck Rally on Lafayette St., and snap a photo at our Hot Wheels photo op as you get set for the most poppin’ weekend in Valpo!

  • Bring your own Hot Wheels Ride or purchase on-site for $2

  • Enter to race for $1 / car

  • All entry proceeds donated to charity.


 
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MAAC Foundation Presents| First Responder Appreciation & Demonstration Day
Sep
13
9:00 AM09:00

MAAC Foundation Presents| First Responder Appreciation & Demonstration Day

 
 
 
 

MAAC Foundation Presents|

First Responder Appreciation & Demonstration Day

Saturday, September 13, 2025

9am-1pm

MAAC Foundation

4203 Montdale Park Drive Valparaiso, IN 46383

Come celebrate First Responders at the 6th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day on Saturday, September 13th, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
We invite the community to join us at this FREE, family-friendly event in honor of the courageous men and women of our local first responder departments.
Event Features:
- First Responder & K9 Demonstrations
- Touch-A-Truck
- A VR Shooting Gallery
- Activities
- Food Vendors
- Helicopters
- Live Music
- And more!
You don't need any tickets! Find more info about this event by visiting https://maacfoundation.org/first-responder-appreciation.../
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The MAAC Foundation is transforming the landscape of First Responder training across Northwest Indiana, the state, and the country. With a comprehensive, inclusive campus, we provide access for all First Responders - EMT personnel, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and K9 officers - to train at our state-of-the-art facility at no cost. For more information about the MAAC Foundation, please visit www.maacfoundation.org

 

Please note: this event is not hosted by Valparaiso Events. For more information, please email peter.krivas@maacfoundation.org

 
 
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WTHS ART GALLERY RECEPTION
Mar
6
4:30 PM16:30

WTHS ART GALLERY RECEPTION

  • Country Inn & Suites By Radisso3 (map)
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Washington Township High School

AP Drawing Class proudly presents their Art Gallery Reception .

Reception:

March 6th, 2025 | 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Exhibition:

March 6th - March 31sst, 2025

Please note: this event is not hosted by Valparaiso Events. For more information, please email Country Inn & Suites.

 
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Valparaiso University Society of Physics Presents | Haunted Science Lab
Oct
26
5:00 PM17:00

Valparaiso University Society of Physics Presents | Haunted Science Lab

The VU Society of Physics is hosting their annual Haunted Science Lab on October 26th from 5-8 pm. Many different science disciplines will be involved, showcasing some spooky science! This event is free and great for all ages.

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Hungry Hound Valpo Presents | Boo! -  Bilee
Oct
19
12:00 PM12:00

Hungry Hound Valpo Presents | Boo! - Bilee

Get ready for the Boo! -Bilee! Join us in Valparaiso on October 19th or in St. John on October 20th from 12 PM to 2 PM for our annual celebration of fun and frights. Enjoy our costume contest, exciting raffles, engaging activities, and much more! Don’t miss out on this spooktacular event—it's going to be a blast!

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Valparaiso University Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024
Oct
4
to Oct 5

Valparaiso University Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024

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You’re invited to celebrate Homecoming and Family Weekend at Valparaiso University, Friday through Sunday, October 4 – 6, 2024. The Valparaiso community is welcome and encouraged to spend the weekend as Beacons! Join us on campus for athletics, fireworks, a tailgate, and more. Events listed below are free unless otherwise noted and require no prior registration. We hope to see you there!

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Northwest Indiana Soap Box Derby
Jun
22
7:30 AM07:30

Northwest Indiana Soap Box Derby

 

2024 Northwest Indiana Soap Box Derby

Saturday, June 22, 2024

Downtown Valparaiso

Valparaiso, IN

The NWI Soap Box Derby organization is based in Valparaiso, Indiana, and is sponsored by American Legion Post 94. NWI Soap Box Derby is a 5013c non-profit organization.

Three race categories are offered for youths ages 7 through 20 -- stock, super stock and masters. 

In addition, the super kids race category is available for special needs youths ages 7-18. 

It is held on Lincolnway in Valparaiso, IN. 

Our 2024 race day will be Saturday, June 22, 2024. 

Check out the What's New tab to see about upcoming important dates!

www.soapboxderby.org

Racer packet can be found in forms under getting started. 

Please note: this event is not hosted by Valparaiso Events. For more information, please email Mallory Cook at valposoapbox@gmail.com

 
 
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Valparaiso Creative Council | #Art in the Park Sculpture Unveiling
Jun
13
4:30 PM16:30

Valparaiso Creative Council | #Art in the Park Sculpture Unveiling

  • Flounder and Friends Skate Park (map)
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Thanks to incredible community support, and large donors such as The City of Valpo, Alison + Jeff Quackenbush MD., Porter County community Foundation, and the Dame + Mary Louise Foundation, we were able to raise the funding needed to donate a sculpture for Flounder + Friends Skatepark.

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Kid's Club Valpo - Journeyman at the American Factory
Jun
12
10:30 AM10:30

Kid's Club Valpo - Journeyman at the American Factory

Our Journeyman Kids Club is excited to host a fun and family-friendly activity that you and your child can enjoy together. All activities will end with a book reading from one of our favorite children’s books. We will provide all the materials needed for the activity. A reservation is only needed for your child to secure a spot. We can’t wait to have you and your little one join us. *Note: Parent or Guardian must always be with their child.

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3 Little Birds Holiday Market - Two Day Event
Nov
10
5:00 PM17:00

3 Little Birds Holiday Market - Two Day Event

Start your Holiday Shopping right here by supporting our local small businesses!! The 3 Little Birds Holiday Market is our biggest event to shop over 90 small, local and boutique businesses for wonderful one-of-a-kind, handmade, unique and vintage products! Enjoy live music, local food, or adult beverages!  Come visit Santa on Saturday!

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Valpo Baptist Church Presents | 3rd Annual Fall Festival at Sunset Hill Farm
Oct
8
1:30 PM13:30

Valpo Baptist Church Presents | 3rd Annual Fall Festival at Sunset Hill Farm

Valparaiso Baptist Church will host their 3rd Annual Community-Wide Fall Festival at Sunset Hill Farm on October 8th from 1:30-5:30 PM. This free event is open to the public and will include family-friendly fun, food, and special entertainment.  

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