Valparaiso (/ ˌvælpəˈreɪzoʊ / VAL-pə-RAY-zoh), colloquially Valpo, is a city in and the county seat of Porter County, Indiana, United States. [4] The population was 34,151 at the 2020 census. It …

In the decades since, Valparaiso has grown into a prospering city with a population of more than 25,000 people. This bustling county seat is filled with historic buildings, beautiful parks, lovely …

The Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso Indiana is worth a visit. The Railway Garden is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through October. Expertly designed and meticulously maintained, this …

The Valparaiso Fire Department is continuing its successful Out to Alarm Valpo program, offering free installation of smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms for residents of the City of …

Oct 30, 2025 · Valparaiso, Indiana, is a charming small city located just an hour’s drive from Chicago. Known for its vibrant downtown, beautiful parks, and rich cultural offerings, …

Valparaiso is a city of 43,000 people (2019) in Porter County, in Northwestern Indiana. It is home to namesake Valparaiso University. The university is a cultural center of the city, hosting …

Sep 18, 2024 · Explore Valparaiso, the vibrant downtown of the Indiana Dunes region. Enjoy local festivals, outdoor events, unique shopping, and dining experiences. Discover historic sites like …

Nov 18, 2025 · Valparaiso, city, seat of Porter county, northwestern Indiana, U.S. It lies just east-southeast of Gary. Laid out in 1836 as the county seat, it was first called Portersville but was …

Dec 3, 2025 · This small city in Northwest Indiana is a great place to spend a day. It’s full of amazing restaurants, nice shops, and is family-friendly. The focal point of downtown …

Apr 25, 2022 · Downtown Valparaiso deserves plenty of your time, especially in the summer when there’s a series of festivals, a twice-weekly farmers’ market and an outdoor concert series at …