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Municipal Gardens

Hours

Park

Dawn to Dusk

Family Center

Monday-Thursday: 10a-8p

Friday: 12p-8p

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Location

1831 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Directions

Contact

317.327.7190

Municipal Gardens Park

NOTICE: Municipal Gardens Park Family Center is temporarily closed. Updates will be provided when they become available. 

About Municipal Gardens

Municipal Gardens, located on the west side of Indianapolis, contains one of Indy Parks’ oldest recreation centers. Prior to its opening as a public park in 1952, Municipal Gardens served as a private canoe and yacht club, as well as a popular dance hall. The building was originally constructed in 1920. Municipal Gardens now serves a diverse range of residents including seniors, youth, and persons with disabilities. 

Municipal Gardens also features a game room, gym, weight room, playground, covered shelter and a splash pad. Rental opportunities include outdoor basketball court, shelter, indoor gym, kitchen, game room and a beautiful Ballroom. 

The playground at Municipal Gardens was replaced in 2024 thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan.

Top things to do

Top things to do

  • Playing basketball 
  • Playing on the playground 
  • Enjoying a picnic under the shelter or on the greenspace 
  • Overlook the White River
  • Enjoy the splash pad and new playground

Winter Warming Center

During extreme temperatures and weather events, Indy Parks Family Centers are available as cooling or warming centers during open hours. To learn more, visit parks.indy.gov/extremeweather

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