Hendricks County Parks & Recreation

NATURE DAY CAMP (AGES 2-6): Fishing Frenzy!
2026-06-10 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park, 4521 Gibbs Road, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Join us as we dip our toes into the vast waters of fishing. Campers will learn some of the different types of fish they could find in our pond, and will get the opportunity to learn how to use some real fishing equipment. There will also be fun fish themed activities. Equipment is provided, but feel free to bring your own!
FOR AGES 2-6 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN
FEE: $15/CAMPER & PARENT/GUARDIAN
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JUNE 3 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=979
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS

Summer Fun Run
2026-06-10 16:30 - 18:30
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County’s Summer Fun Run Series is back for 2026! Enjoy an untimed stroll or run with family and friends at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park at your convenience anytime between June 10 and June 15. We will offer a short and a long course to run or walk on trails with gravel and natural surfaces. (Some trails are not conducive to standard strollers. Jogging strollers with larger tires are a better option.) On June 10 between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m., we’ll have staff on-site with ice cold water for you to cool down with when you’re done if you’d like to complete your run or walk at that time.

APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES
VISIT https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Danville/ParksFoundationofHendricksCountySummerFunRunSeries FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS (ONGOING)

(Photo by Parks Foundation of Hendricks County)

NATURE DAY CAMP (AGES 7-12): Fishing Frenzy!
2026-06-12 10:30 - 14:30
Join us as we dip our toes into the vast waters of fishing. Campers will learn some of the different types of fish they could find in our pond, and will get the opportunity to learn how to use some real fishing equipment. There will also be fun fish themed activities. Equipment is provided, but feel free to bring your own!
FOR AGES 7-12
FEE: $30/CAMPER
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JUNE 5 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=980
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 4 HOURS

Yoga in the Park - All Ages
2026-06-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-21 19:00 - 20:00
Join Balance & Breath Yoga & Wellness Center this summer for FREE Yoga in the Park programs!
Grab a beach towel or yoga mat, some water, and join us at the Bluegill Shelter at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! Our beginner-friendly series of classes are great for meeting those in the community and enjoying gentle movement outdoors in a beautiful park!

Three different programs available:

Family Yoga (families of all ages), Saturdays at 9 a.m., (1-hour session)
Kids Yoga (ages 5-10), Tuesdays at 10 a.m., (1-hour session)
Yoga in the Park (all ages), Fridays at 7 p.m., (1-hour session)

FREE to attend
No Advance Registration Required

Kids' Yoga in the Park
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:00
Join Balance & Breath Yoga & Wellness Center this summer for FREE Yoga in the Park programs!
Grab a beach towel or yoga mat, some water, and join us at the Bluegill Shelter at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! Our beginner-friendly series of classes are great for meeting those in the community and enjoying gentle movement outdoors in a beautiful park!

Three different programs available:

Family Yoga (families of all ages), Saturdays at 9 a.m., (1-hour session)
Kids Yoga (ages 5-10), Tuesdays at 10 a.m., (1-hour session)
Yoga in the Park (all ages), Fridays at 7 p.m., (1-hour session)

For kids ages 5-10
FREE to attend
No Advance Registration Required

TADPOLE TIME: Bugs!
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:00
Come join us for a fun-filled program where we’ll explore the fascinating world of bugs! You’ll even get to make your very own to take home! Just a heads-up — we might get a bit wet or muddy, so dress accordingly. We can’t wait to see you there!
FOR AGES 2-7 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN
FEE: $5/CHILD
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JUNE 12 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1010
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR

Family Yoga in the Park
2026-06-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-15 09:00 - 10:00

TADPOLE TIME: Natural Dyes!
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:00
Come join us for a fun and creative time as we explore how to make natural dyes from things you can find right in your backyard! Plus you’ll get to dye a piece of fabric to take home and cherish!
FOR AGES 2-7 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN
FEE: $5/CHILD
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 10 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1011
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR

Nature Journaling at Gibbs
2026-07-29 14:00 - 15:30
Tune in with your senses as we explore our parks, bringing our nature journals along for the adventure! Our naturalists will take you on a guided walk where our goal is to absorb all nature has to offer and learn how to make observations and record them in your own way. Small, simple journals will be offered, but you may bring your own journal if you’d like!
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 7 AND UPFEE: $3/PERSONADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 27 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1007APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1.5 HOURS

Market in the Park
2026-08-01 09:00 - 14:00
Come out to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park this year for our Market in the Park (formerly Farmer’s Parket) events, where you will find local artisans, baked goods, crafts, homemade goods and more available for purchase from local vendors!
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES
FREE TO ATTEND
NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS (ONGOING)
Vendor space is $20 for a 10’x10′ spot. If you would like to arrange booth space at this event, sign up here: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=964

TADPOLE TIME: Birding for Beginners!
2026-08-11 10:00 - 11:00
Welcome to a beginner’s intro to birding! We will go over how to use birding tools, the keys to birding, and see what we will find at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park!
FOR AGES 2-7 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN
FEE: $5/CHILD
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY MAY 15 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1012
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR

ROOTED IN NATURE CLUB: Wildflower Walk
2026-08-20 16:00 - 17:30
What better way to end the summer season than by saying farewell to our wonderful wildflowers? Take a walk around the park with our naturalists as we make our very own wildflower bouquets. We will identify and discuss the perennial blooms we find along the way. Participants are also welcome to create their very own flower “junk journal” to secure their new collection. Snacks provided.
NOTE: The collection of plants in our parks outside of permitted program use is prohibited without written permission from park management.
FOR AGES 13-18
FEE: $10/TEEN
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY AUG. 17 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1016
APROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 90 MINUTES

Nature Journaling at Gibbs
2026-08-21 14:00 - 15:30
Tune in with your senses as we explore our parks, bringing our nature journals along for the adventure! Our naturalists will take you on a guided walk where our goal is to absorb all nature has to offer and learn how to make observations and record them in your own way. Small, simple journals will be offered, but you may bring your own journal if you’d like!
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 7 AND UPFEE: $3/PERSONADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY AUG. 19 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1008APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1.5 HOURS

Wildflower Bouquets
2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:00
Have you seen the beautiful buds of late summer in W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park? For this special program, the naturalists will guide participants on a short nature hike through the park to our Pollinator Plot. There, we will discuss the importance of pollinators, what colors attract which pollinators, and then make our own wildflower bouquets!
Note: The collection of plants in our parks outside of permitted program use is prohibited without written permission from our park management.
Meet at the Bluegill Pavilion.
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES
FEE: $5/PERSON
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY AUG. 20 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1003
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS

Market in the Park
2026-09-12 09:00 - 14:00
Come out to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park this year for our Market in the Park (formerly Farmer’s Parket) events, where you will find local artisans, baked goods, crafts, homemade goods and more available for purchase from local vendors!
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES
FREE TO ATTEND
NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS (ONGOING)
Vendor space is $20 for a 10’x10′ spot. If you would like to arrange booth space at this event, sign up here: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=965

Market in the Park
2026-10-03 09:00 - 14:00
Come out to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park this year for our Market in the Park (formerly Farmer’s Parket) events, where you will find local artisans, baked goods, crafts, homemade goods and more available for purchase from local vendors!
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES
FREE TO ATTEND
NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS (ONGOING)
Vendor space is $20 for a 10’x10′ spot. If you would like to arrange booth space at this event, sign up here: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=966
