The City of Greenwood, IN

Welcome to the website for the City of Greenwood!

Want to take a trip? Plant a garden? Explore a martial art? Check out our opportunities!

Bus Trips

Join us on one of our no-hassle excursions!

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Chicago Christmas Shopping

Join us on this no-hassle excursion to the Magnificent Mile -- one of the most iconic shopping areas in the world. This cosmopolitan, history-packed strip is located along Michigan Avenue and includes department stores, multi-story retail centers, luxury boutiques and brand name retail chains.  Ride our deluxe motor coach and be dropped off at the famous Water Tower Place -- home of the American Girl Place and the LEGO Store. 

When: Friday, December 5, 2025

Where: Bus leaves at 8 am and returns at 10 pm. You'll have about six (6) hours of shopping time.

Fee: $75 ($80 after November 6)

Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued within 30 days of the departure date unless this trip is cancelled.

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Vacation Tours

Greenwood Parks & Recreation sponsors vacation tours through Collette Travel and Mayflower Cruises and Tours, leaders in national and international travel. Each year we sponsor one trip thru each company, however, you’re eligible to schedule numerous other tours. For more information, contact Jeff Madsen at madsenj@greenwood.in.gov

Spain's Costa del Sol & Madrid Discovery

When: October 20-28, 2025 (9 days)

Fee: Price varies by amenities chosen; trip includes 11 meals.

Save $200 --- Join us on February, 19 2025 for an in-person presentation by our Collette representative about our 2025 Tour to Spain. The meeting is at 6:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Community Center. You can save $200 when registering that night!

Participants: All ages

Trip Information

Community Garden

The Greenwood Community Garden is located adjacent to Fire Station 92 on the north side of Fry Road. Residents can rent 20’ x 20’ plots to grow plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables. The garden is also used by many community organizations to provide fresh local food to underserved populations. Reserve your plot today!

When: Spring – Fall

Where: Greenwood Community Garden, 1190 W. Fry Rd. Greenwood, IN 46142

Fee: $30 per plot

Participants: All ages

Register for your plot at the Community Center: 100 Surina Way, Greenwood, IN 46143.

Fencing

En garde! Have you ever wanted to try your hand with a sword? Here’s your opportunity with this exciting new program. Students will learn the basics of fencing: footwork, blade work, rules and tactics, as well as participating in fun fencing games. This class is taught by Anthony Joslin, a trainer of the 2013 U.S. Youth National Champion. Rent the necessary protective gear (headpiece, chestpiece and gloves) for just $20 per session.

When: Monday: 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Fieldhouse

Fee: $60 per four-week session, plus $20 equipment rental fee

Participants: Youth at least age 13 and adults

Class is limited to the first 10 registrants! Don’t delay!

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Backyard Bass Class

Join Clint Kowalik of Go Fishin with Clint and learn how to tie a fishing knot, rig up a rod, and cast for Backyard Bass. You’ll also identify fish that swim in our local waters and learn how to safely handle them. The class will be indoors

When: TBD

Where: Greenwood Fieldhouse

Fee: $8/person 

Participants: Adults/Seniors

Class is limited to the first 20 registrants! Don’t delay!

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FREE SELF DEFENSE

Greenwood Parks & Recreation is offering a FREE one-day personal self defense class on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 2:30 pm. Our karate instructor, Jovanni Martinez, will highlight three basic concepts -- striking, scaping and grappling control.

Adults

Saturday, February 22

2:30 pm

Greenwood Fieldhouse

Fee: FREE