Highland Parks and Recreation Department

Highland Parks and Recreation Department Welcome to the HPRD's official page on Facebook, where you will find the most recent news stories, videos, and photos that are distributed by the HPRD.
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We hope you'll also check out our profiles on: Twitter and YouTube. While this is an open forum, it is also a family friendly one, so please keep your comments and wall posts clean. In addition, to keeping it family friendly, we ask that you follow our posting guidelines here. Posts will be removed if they violate the guidelines listed below. No graphic, obscene, explicit or racial comments or submissions are allowed, nor do we allow comments that are abusive, hateful or intended to defame anyone or any organization. No solicitations or advertisements. This includes promotion or endorsement of any financial, commercial or non-governmental agency. Similarly, we do not allow attempts to defame or defraud any financial, commercial or non-governmental agency. No comments or photos that suggest or encourage illegal activity. You participate at your own risk, taking personal responsibility for your comments, your username and any other information you provide. Also, the appearance of external links on this site does not constitute official endorsement on behalf of the HPRD. The mission of the Highland Parks & Recreation Department is to enrich and enhance our community by providing safe, welcoming, and sustainable parks. We also strive to expand affordable, educational, and fun programs for all residents to enjoy and expand everyone's quality of life. Take a virtual tour of the Lincoln Community Center at www.highlandparks.org! Hours posted on this page are for our Park Office located at Lincoln Community Center. Building hours (i.e. for the fitness center and fieldhouse) will vary.

🚨 Early bird pricing has officially ended! Regular pricing ($23) is now in effect through 10/1.Here's the thing though.....
09/19/2026

🚨 Early bird pricing has officially ended! Regular pricing ($23) is now in effect through 10/1.

Here's the thing though... guaranteed shirt sizes are running LOW. Once we're out of a size, we're out for good. If you want your commemorative event tee (plus goodie bag + hot dog dinner!), don't wait to register.

https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Highland/HighlandFrightRide

09/18/2026
09/18/2026

Baxter Printing, located at 311 N Broad Street in Griffith, is selling these yard signs to raise money for our new animal control shelter. Signs are $10 each (cash only), with all proceeds going towards this fund.

Thank you, Baxter Printing!

Plod is back!Join us for a USATF certified, flat & fast 10K!πŸ“… Thursday, November 26 | 9AM startπŸ“ Start: Highway Ave & Ke...
09/18/2026

Plod is back!

Join us for a USATF certified, flat & fast 10K!

πŸ“… Thursday, November 26 | 9AM start
πŸ“ Start: Highway Ave & Kennedy Ave | Finish: Lincoln Community Center

- Chip timed by T&H Timing
- Walkers, join the unofficial 5K
- Cotton long sleeve shirt included while supplies last (register by 10/16 to guarantee your size)

πŸ’° 10K Run: $30 early bird (thru 10/16) / $35 standard / $40 day-of
πŸ’° 5K Walk: $20 early bird / $25 standard / $30 day-of
(Day-of registration is cash or check only!)

Bib & shirt pickup: Lincoln Center Fieldhouse β€” Wed 11/25 (2-9:45pm) or race morning (7:30-8:45am)

Shirt reveal... coming soon!

Register now β†’ link in bio, or head to runsignup.com/Race/IN/Highland/PumpkinPlod26

Questions? Call us at 219-838-0114

09/18/2026
09/17/2026

Storm Cleanup Update (9/17/26)

Cut crews and pickup crews from Looks Great Services continue to work their way through Highland, and here’s what residents can expect from them in the coming weeks.

𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐀:
The uprooted stump removal crews will start next week. They will break up stumps and shake off the excess dirt back into the holes. This applies to uprooted parkway stumps only.

𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐀𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐧𝐨𝐰:
Looks Great Services will be removing and trimming dangerous trees and will be completing their second pass through the town.

We will continue to provide updates on this page as new information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and resilience through this cleanup process.

Highland, mark it down! πŸ”₯ Only one week until Backyard Barbecue takes over Main Square Park!With a new 4th day added, li...
09/16/2026

Highland, mark it down! πŸ”₯ Only one week until Backyard Barbecue takes over Main Square Park!

With a new 4th day added, live bands every night, carnival rides, a beer garden, and something for the kids too, you're guaranteed a good time. Sept. 24–27. Let's go!

Only 2 spots left for our Women's Mix & Match Pickleball Thursday fall session! 🎾8 weeks of fun, social play with a new ...
09/16/2026

Only 2 spots left for our Women's Mix & Match Pickleball Thursday fall session! 🎾
8 weeks of fun, social play with a new teammate every match. Register now at the Lincoln Center Office before spots fill up, registration closes September 25!

Fall Craft Show – Vendors Wanted! Join us for our Fall Craft Show on October 24 from 9 AM–3 PM at the Lincoln Center Fie...
09/15/2026

Fall Craft Show – Vendors Wanted!

Join us for our Fall Craft Show on October 24 from 9 AM–3 PM at the Lincoln Center Fieldhouse!

Shop unique handmade creations, gifts, home goods, and more from local vendors and small businesses!

⏳ Early bird ends 9/18. Don't miss it.4th Annual Fright Ride β€’ Fri, Oct 2nd β€’ Main Square Park$16 now β†’ $23 starting 9/1...
09/11/2026

⏳ Early bird ends 9/18. Don't miss it.
4th Annual Fright Ride β€’ Fri, Oct 2nd β€’ Main Square Park
$16 now β†’ $23 starting 9/19

This isn't a race... it's a fun, family-friendly night ride for the whole community! 🚲
All ages welcome, but riders 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

Register: runsignup.com/highlandfrightride
Check out our pinned post for more info!

Address

2450 Lincoln Street
Highland, IN
46322

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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