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Kids are back to school, but the family-fun continues as everyone is gearing up for the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival.

Popcorn Festival

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 11, 2010 and plan on coming to the 32nd Annual Popcorn Fest. Get on your mark, set, and go in the Popcorn Panic, a five-mile walk/run. Shop for handmade crafts at great local vendor booths. Get the best spot to watch the Nation’s First and Only Popcorn Parade.

Central Park Plaza Market
June through October

Support our local growers as you enjoy the bounty of bedding plants in early summer, the freshest vegetables from summer through fall, and the handiwork of outdoor decorations to adorn your garden or lawn. The Central Park Plaza Market, located on Central Park Plaza, is open on Tuesdays: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., June through October.

Fall Harvest Festival

October 29, 2010

From pumpkin carving contests to a pie baking contest, fall is the perfect time to spend time in downtown Valparaiso. Check out the other “spooktacular” events planned for this special day!

The VCFE Concert Series

Canadian Brass - November 5, 2010

Enjoy the musical talents of Canadian Brass, performing on November 5 at the Valparaiso University Chapel. The well-known brass quintet, having just celebrated its 39th season, has a long history of recording classical repertoire. They have a special affinity for Baroque music, which requires the brilliance and musical structure that has become the Canadian Brass trademark.

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Eat Up Wine Down

A taste of downtown’s finest restaurants offered on the first Thursday of every month!

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Download your 2010 Cutest Baby Contest Information Sheet

The cutest baby contest is open to All Porter County Babies Ages 9-24 Months at the time of the contest. The contest will be held Saturday, August 14. Come anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

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2010 VCFE Outdoor Movie Series Schedule Posted!

June 8 - The Blind Side, June 15 - Planet 51, June 22 - The Spy Next Door, June 29 - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

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VCFE is Dedicated to:

  • Promoting Valparaiso, its businesses and retail environment
  • Improving community-wide attractions
  • Initiating cooperative efforts
  • Providing fun-filled, family oriented recreational activities
  • Enhancing the friendly atmosphere of Valparaiso