Summer Programs

SUMMER FUN and most of it's FREE!

Bluffton Summer Parks Activities

Check out the 2025 Summer Recreation Activities (PDF)

Summer recreation sign-up starts in May. If the event says "drop-in," you don't need to register; simply show up.  Grades are determined by what year the students just completed. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for any weather-related delays at Bluffton Parks!

Summer Recreation Activities Registration Options:

• Email the Parks Department with the child's name, age, phone number, and list of classes they wish to participate in
• Call 260-824-6069 to provide the same details over the phone

Free Tennis Lessons

These tennis lessons are offered June 2nd - 20th at Lion's Park (228 Midway), weather permitting. 

A parent must register their child and provide a completed Tennis Waiver (PDF) the first day they attend. The class is determined by the grade the student will enter or by being age five by June 1st. Times for the lessons are as follows:

• 9:15- 10: 15 am 5 years to 1^stgrade (Mondays only)
• 9:15 – 10: 15am 2^nd – 4^th grade (Tuesday – Friday)

• 10:15 – 11:15am 5^th – high school (Monday-Friday)

Splash Pads

The City of Bluffton also maintains two local splash pads, open each year from Memorial Day Weekend to the day after Labor Day. Hours of operation are 11 am to 7 pm.

• Pickett's Run Park - 304 E Washington Street
• Roush Park - 925 W Silver Street

View the Splash Pad Flyer (PDF) for additional information on rules and usage guidelines.

Park Rules 

For all Parks activities, be sure to follow our Playground Rules and Safety Guidelines.

Additional Local Summer Recreation Information

• T-Ball :  Contact Stacy Herrold at 574-727-1102
• Girls Softball :  Contact Tyler Sonnigsen 
• Farm League / Jr League Baseball :  Contact Zach Bedwell by phone at (260)273-1943 or Gary Napier by phone at 260-387-2279, by email, or by mail at PO Box 18 Bluffton, Indiana 46714

Photo / Video Policy 

Photos and video footage of people participating in Bluffton Parks Department programs or activities, attending a class or event, or using park facilities or property are periodically taken. Please be aware that by registering for a program or class, participating in an activity, attending an event, or using park facilities or property, you authorize the Bluffton Parks Department to use these photos and video footage for the promotional purposes of publications, advertising, marketing materials, brochures, event flyers, social media (including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and any other social media sites) and website without additional prior notice or permission and any compensation to you. All photos and videos are the property of the Bluffton Parks Department.