Parks & Recreation
WELCOME TO THE FRANKFORT PARKS & RECREATION
The Frankfort Parks & Recreation is responsible for managing Frankfort's 8 City Parks: Prairie Creek Park, Veterans Park, TPA Park, Larry Ferrell Park (Eastside), Luther Howe Park (Green Street Park), John Redman Park (3rd Street Park), Circle Park, and Dorner Park! The Department handles all rentals for the Frankfort Neighborhood Center, Encompass Event Center at Prairie Creek Park, and the Shelters at TPA Park.
Our team is dedicated to providing clean, safe, and inclusive park spaces for all of Frankfort. We take pride in offering a diverse range of amenities to suit every interest and age. From the active enjoyment of basketball, tennis, and pickleball courts to the refreshing splash pad at Prairie Creek Park and Sapphire Bay Aquatic Park, our parks cater to a wide range of recreational activities. Furry friends are welcome at our dedicated Dog Park in Dorner Park. We also ensure accessibility for all with ADA-compliant playground equipment. Whether you are seeking sports, relaxation, or family fun, Frankfort's parks have something for everyone. - Park Superintendent Ryan Edgar
The Parks Department handles the day-to-day operations at each park, maintenance issues, and all improvements made in any of the parks. The department puts on the 4th of July Festival, Festival of Lights, Raíces (Hispanic Heritage) Festival, Summer Concert Series, Movie in the Park Series, Downtown TuneNights, Community Easter Egg Hunt, and the Circle Park Bike Race.
All of our events are FREE!
Looking to reserve one of our facilities? Please click the Reservation Rental Link under "In this Department"; it contains all the information you need about our facilities.
The Splash Pad at Prairie Creek Park is open from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. Normal hours are: 7 days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (weather permitting). Stay up to date on closings on our Facebook Page and on our Frankfort Connect app.
Sapphire Bay Aquatic Center at TPA Park is open for the 2025 season! For more information, please visit the Sapphire Bay webpage. Stay up to date on closings on our Facebook Page and on our Frankfort Connect app.
We are excited to announce the 2026 Summer Concert Series & Downtown TuneNights!
These events are ALL FREE Admission! Thank you to all of our sponsors who made these Summer Concerts possible - every piece of support is instrumental in making these events a success.
Stay up to date on all our Summer Concert Series information on our Prairie Creek Park Facebook. We will post upcoming shows, information, and videos throughout the year!
2027 Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for a wonderful afternoon at TPA Park, where we will be hiding thousands of eggs for your children to find. Free activities include visiting with the Easter Bunny, bounce houses, and more. Food trucks will be available for those who need a sweet treat.
Bring your basket and enjoy the fun!
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2026 Movies in the Park
Join us for a wonderful night out with your family at Prairie Creek Park! We will be showing a diverse range of family-friendly films all season long! This is a FREE event for all to enjoy, and better yet, we will be handing out FREE popcorn to make it a fun-filled night! All of our movies will begin at dusk (8:30/9:00pm). Bring your lawn chairs and your blankets, and enjoy a movie night with us!
2026 Neighborhood Park Block Parties
Join us each Wednesday in June at our neighborhood parks for a block party. These events are designed for all ages and offer an opportunity for friends, families, and neighbors to come together and celebrate.
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4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL AT TPA PARK
Celebrate a day of excitement with us at TPA Park for our 4th of July Festival! Admission & parking are FREE! Enjoy delicious food, unique vendors, LIVE music, and a one-of-a-kind spectacular fireworks show. Don’t miss the Car Show and enjoy Sapphire Bay Aquatic Center for $7 a person; children under 2 are FREE.
Looking to be a vendor during our 4th of July Festival? Click on the Document Center to download a form. Fill out the vendor form and bring your payment to the Park Office. You can also send it in the mail.
Stay tuned for more information!
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RAICES FESTIVAL AT PRAIRIE CREEK PARK
Celebrate the vibrant & rich diversity of Latin American culture. Enjoy LIVE music, captivating art displays, interactive demonstrations, various unique vendors & don't forget about the authentic, mouthwatering cuisine.
September 19, 2026 downtown Frankfort will be the place to be, bring the whole family for a day they will always remember! Admission & parking are FREE!
Looking to be a vendor during our Raíces Festival, click on the Document Center to download the form. Fill out the vendor form and form of payment to the Park Office or you can mail in your form and payment.
You can also find a Raíces Festival form in Español.
Please send all payments and forms to: 1 Adrian Marks Drive, Frankfort, IN 46041.
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We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the communities generous donations to the 2025 Raíces Festival,. Every piece of support is instrumental, in making this event a success, while enriching the community with incredible experience. We truly appreciate your commitment and look forward to your continued partnership.
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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AT TPA PARK
Experience the magic this season, with over 1 million LED Christmas Lights and mesmerizing animated displays! Our Festival of Lights is a drive-thru, dazzling winter wonderland. You can have a wonderful time visiting with Santa at the Santa House, where he loves handing out candy canes to everyone.
Not only can your whole family come on out to the Festival of Lights, but also your animals; we love seeing the twinkle in their eyes! Santa may even have dog treats for them! After you stop at the Santa House, you can indulge in hot chocolate and tasty treats at our concession stand, and warm up with a bowl of soup! While driving through the festival, tune to 96.9 to hear wonderful Christmas music and a few of the Parks Department's interviews about what they love during the Festival of Lights.
Our Festival of Lights is run solely on donations, and we warmly appreciate them all. You will not want to miss out on all the excitement at our Festival of Lights, located at TPA Park, 1 Adrian Marks Drive, Frankfort, IN 46041.
Recent News
- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The City of Frankfort Parks Department Celebrates Grand Opening of New TPA Park Crawford Family Basketball Courts
- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: "Eyes of Freedom" Military Tribute Traveling to Prairie Creek Park for 4th of July Weekend
- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Frankfort Parks Hosting First-Ever Block Parties at Neighborhood Parks
Upcoming Events
- Downtown TuneNight - Off the Hook Indy08/13/266:30 pm - 11:59 pm
- Summer Concert Series - The Time Travelers + The Flying Toasters08/15/266:30 pm - 11:59 pm
- Movies in the Park - Zootopia 208/21/268:30 pm - 11:59 pm
- Summer Concert Series - Damon Mitchell + Midnight RedEye08/29/266:30 pm - 11:59 pm
- Labor Day - City Holiday09/07/26 All Day
Forms
- 2026 Raices Festival Parade Registration
- 2026 Raices Festival Sponsorship Form _ Spanish
- 2026 Raices Festival Sponsorship Form
- 2026 Festival Raices Solicitud de Vendedor_FILLABLE
- 2026 Raices Festival Vendor Application_FILLABLE
- Carrera Ciclista Registro y Renuncia
- Circle Park Bike Race Registration Form - English
- 2026 Summer Concerts @ Prairie Creek Park Vendor Application
Contact Us
Park & Recreation Superintendent
Frankfort, IN 46041
- Phone: (765) 659-3422
- Staff Directory
- Hours: The Parks Office is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday. All payments must be paid before 2:30 p.m. in exact cash, check or a money order. Made out to the Frankfort Parks Department. If you cannot make it by 3:00 p.m. we do have a drop box attached to our mailbox.