Washington Park

06/17/2025

The city has a one question survey to find out what living in the Parlor City means to you. Please take a minute and share your opinion.

https://www.blufftonindiana.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=38
Last September, the City of Bluffton requested community input on its proposed new logo, flag, and tagline. Thank you to all who responded! Survey responses were carefully reviewed and utilized to steer the selection of Bluffton's new logo and the decision to keep our existing "Parlor City" tagline.
Now, the City would like to know: What does being Indiana's "Parlor City" mean to you?
Citizens are invited to share their input from now through July 16, 2025 via the Parlor City Survey.

06/13/2025

Make sure you go to Bluffton High School tonight for the Crush Bon Jovi Concert!

🎸 Rain or Shine – The Show Will Rock On! 🎶

We’re still ready to rock your night—just with a slight change of venue!

Due to the forecasted rain, the Crush concert will now be held indoors at Bluffton High School—but don’t worry, the energy, excitement, and epic Bon Jovi vibes are coming with us!

Join the Bluffton Parks Department for a high-energy night with Crush, the nation’s premier Bon Jovi tribute band, on Friday, June 13th from 8–10 PM. From anthems like “Livin’ on a Prayer” to power ballads like “Always” and “Wanted Dead or Alive,” Crush delivers the full Bon Jovi concert experience—complete with incredible lights, effects, and all the big hits that defined a generation.

And here’s the best part about moving indoors:

✅ No bugs

✅ Air conditioning to keep you cool

✅ A killer light show that will look even more spectacular indoors!

🎟️ Admission is FREE, thanks to the generous support of Steve & Yvette Huggins.

Bring your friends, bring your energy—and get ready for an unforgettable night of live music and fun, rain or shine!
New location: Bluffton High School (1 Tiger Trail, Bluffton, IN)

Let’s rock this town—Bon Jovi style!

06/09/2025

Yay!

💦 Shoutout to Dunwiddie’s Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing! 💦

We’re beyond grateful to announce that Dunwiddie’s is making waves of kindness this summer by sponsoring free admission for the first 60 kids at the Wells Community Pool on Monday, June 16th, and Monday, June 23rd!

Their generosity means more laughter, more cannonballs, and more unforgettable summer days for families right here in Wells County. It’s local businesses like Dunwiddie’s that remind us how much heart there is in this community. 💙

Please help us thank them for investing in our kids, our families, and our summer fun!

05/28/2025

Now is the time to start signing up for all of those fun summer activities! Take a look at the list of fun summer events through the Bluffton Parks Department! Be sure to mark your calendars for the drop-in events and if registration is required just email [email protected] with your child's name and age. We look forward to seeing you this summer! Copies can be found online at: https://blufftonindiana.net/DocumentCenter/View/919/2025-summer-rec-events-flyer?bidId=

05/26/2025

Happy Memorial Day! The Wells Community Pool will be open today starting at the normal time of 1pm. The sky is clear, the water is heated and we are looking forward to a great season.

05/09/2025

We did it! Thanks to the incredible generosity and support of our amazing community, we’re thrilled to announce that we reached our $50,000 crowdfunding goal for the new Pickleball courts! This achievement means we’ve also secured a matching $50,000 grant from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority—bringing our total to $100,000!

We’re so grateful to live in a community that comes together to make great things happen. These new courts will help us meet the growing enthusiasm for Pickleball and create even more opportunities for fun, fitness, and connection.

And the momentum doesn’t stop here—there’s still time to support the brand-new community pool! Let’s keep building together!

03/07/2025

Please share!!

We are beyond excited to announce that we are eligible for a $50,000 matching grant from Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s CreatINg Places- but only if we hit our goal first!

The addition of 3 new Pickleball Courts at the new Wells Community Pool has been accepted, and the Patronicity campaign has officially begun! We have 60 days from now to meet our goal, and we need your help!

Supporting the campaign is simple! Just visit Patronicity.com/PickleballCourts Once there, click the "Contribute" button and choose your preferred donation level. Donors contributing $1,000 or more will have their names proudly displayed on a plaque as a token of appreciation.

If you prefer to give offline by cash or check, please mail/drop off your donation to the Wells County Foundation at 222 W Market St., Bluffton, IN 46714. In the memo line, write: Bluffton Parks Charitable Advised Pickleball.

We also need your help in spreading the word about our project! Please "like" and share this post to help boost its visibility.

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support we've received from our community as we work to create vibrant spaces where families can come together.

Thank you for being a part of this effort! If you have any questions, you can contact our office at 824-6069 or email us at [email protected].

Patronicity.com/PickleballCourts

08/02/2024

ATTENTION!! Tonight's August 2nd concert is moving to the rain site of LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 428 S Oak Street!!!!!

The Woomblies Rock Orchestra is a powerhouse of talent. Ten musicians, including a three-piece string section and two horns, play some of the most incredible Rock and Motown music ever written. This includes music from rock bands like ELO, Moody Blues, Led Zeppelin, and greats like Barry White and The Four Tops. Lush vocal harmony and impressive musicianship make the WRO a must-see.

Join us for a free show on Friday, August 2nd, from 8-10 pm at Life Community Church due to the forecasted rain.

This concert is sponsored by the generosity of Diane Humphrey.
Special thanks to Title Sponsors Wells County Foundation and ProFed Federal Credit Union.

Concert Sponsors: Diane Humphrey; Howard & Beverly Rich Endowment Fund; LifeWise Academy; National Oil & Gas; Patricia Troxel; Steffen Group Real Estate & Auctions - Isaac Stoller

Donors for the series include AAA Fort Wayne- Jill Engle; Adamswells Internet Telecom TV; Almco Steel Products Corp; Bluffton Family Eye Care; Bluffton Roofing Co; Bluffton Rotary Club; Brad & Michelle Baumgartner; CJ’s Flooring, Inc; Craigville Appliance; Complete Smiles; Douglas Nyffeler; Fairway Floor Covering; Family Ford of Bluffton; Flat Creek LLC; First Bank of Berne; General Manufacturing; Goodwin-Cale & Harnish Memorial Chapel; Habig Trucking & Excavating; Honegger, Ringger & Co.; Les Ge**er Insurance- Perry & Stephanie Ge**er; Meyer Building; Phil & Sue Swain; Raymond James – Kim Gentis; Roembke Mfg. & Design; and Wells County Automotive Supply (NAPA)

05/08/2024

We are honored to have Washington Park as one of the locations for the IHSAA Girls Tennis Regional on May 21st and 22nd. These courts will be reserved for their matches from 3 p.m. to sundown on these days.

Lion's Park tennis/pickleball courts, located at 228 Midway, are a great option for anyone who wishes to play on those evenings.

05/07/2024

2024 Rental rates

04/20/2024

03/08/2024

Get your tickets before they are gone! Junk to Glam Barbie Dream House will be held on April 13th from 10-11:30 AM at Washington Park Inside Pavilion. Space is limited, so get your tickets soon! Tickets can be purchased at the Bluffton Parks Department office (2nd floor of the City Hall building -128 E. Market St.). Registration is limited to the first 20 boxes sold, and the cost is $15 per box to create your very own Barbie Dream House! Families are invited to work together to build a Barbie Dream house out of a box and upcycling items to use as decorations. All supplies will be provided! Make sure you bring your Barbie doll along with you to try out its new home! The morning will also include refreshments and a photo area. When registering, please indicate how many will be attending in your group. An adult is required to be present with their child/children for this event, to assist in the build!