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Community Health Network Grand Park Events Center
★4.3(33 reviews)$Sports
🕑 2-3 hours for most visits👶 Best for ages 4 and up. Young children enjoy open skate sessions and beginner ice skating programs, while tweens and teens love drop-in sports, hockey leagues, and fitness classes. The facility accommodates toddlers for special family events, though most regular programming suits school-age kids best.
About
Community Health Network Grand Park Events Center is a versatile indoor recreation hub perfect for active families year-round. With ice skating, indoor sports courts, fitness activities, and multi-purpose spaces, there's something to keep kids of all energy levels entertained regardless of the weather outside.
Highlights
- ✓Year-round indoor ice skating rink with public skate sessions and learn-to-skate programs
- ✓Multi-sport turf fields perfect for soccer, lacrosse, and other field sports
- ✓Indoor basketball and volleyball courts available for drop-in play
- ✓Family-friendly fitness classes and open gym times
- ✓Climate-controlled facility ideal for rainy days and extreme weather
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive 15-20 minutes early for ice skating sessions to allow time for skate rentals and fitting,lines can get long during peak weekend times
- 2.Bring your own clean athletic shoes for turf fields and courts, or be prepared to rent appropriate footwear at the facility
- 3.Check the online calendar before visiting as the facility hosts tournaments and events that may limit public access to certain areas
- 4.Pack layers,the ice rink area stays cold while the sports courts and fitness areas can get warm during activities
- 5.Consider purchasing a punch card or membership if you plan to visit regularly, as it offers significant savings over single-session rates
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings and early afternoons are least crowded, ideal for younger children learning to skate or families wanting more space. Weekend mornings fill up quickly with sports leagues, so opt for early evening public skate sessions if visiting on Saturdays or Sundays.
What to Know
Public skate sessions typically cost $8-12 per person with skate rentals around $5. Ample free parking is available in the Grand Park lots. Limited concessions are available on-site, so consider bringing snacks and water bottles (allowed in most areas).
Seasonal Notes
This indoor facility shines during hot Indiana summers and cold winters when outdoor play is limited. Holiday-themed skate sessions (Halloween, Christmas) are especially popular and require advance registration. Summer camps and spring break programs offer extended programming,check the schedule early as they fill quickly.
Nearby Eats
Grand Park Sports Campus has several on-site dining options including Primanti Bros. and Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, both offering kid-friendly menus. For a quick bite, Chick-fil-A and Chipotle are located just minutes away on U.S. 31.
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