Griffin Performance Pavilion
Bringing Fine Arts to West Lafayette
Griffin Performance Pavilion
The Griffin Performance Pavilion is a fully equipped outdoor performance space located at Cason Family Park. Featuring state-of-the-art sound equipment and overlooking an expansive lawn, the pavilion provides a welcoming setting for concerts, community events and outdoor performances.
Developed in partnership with the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation, the Griffin Performance Pavilion was envisioned as a space to bring the community together through music, arts and entertainment. The project reflects a shared commitment to expanding recreational and cultural opportunities while enhancing the amenities available at Cason Family Park.
The pavilion officially opened on June 26, 2026, with a community celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event featured remarks from Mayor Erin Easter, Parks Superintendent Kathryn Lozano and Foundation Board Chair Paul Brennan, followed by live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities.
Project Goals and Community Impact
The Griffin Performance Pavilion was designed to support a vibrant and connected community by:
- Supporting local arts and culture: Providing a dedicated venue for local musicians, artists and performers to share their talents.
- Bringing people together: Creating an inviting gathering space for residents and visitors of all ages.
- Expanding recreational opportunities: Offering a flexible outdoor venue for concerts, performances and community programming.
- Enhancing Cason Family Park: Establishing a destination for arts and entertainment within one of West Lafayette's community parks.
A Special Thank You to the Griffin Family
West Lafayette Parks and Recreation and the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Griffin family for their generous donation in support of the Griffin Performance Pavilion.
Their generosity helped bring this vision to life, creating a lasting space where music, arts and community can come together for generations to come.
The Griffin Performance Pavilion stands as a testament to the impact of community philanthropy and the difference one family's generosity can make in enriching West Lafayette's parks and public spaces.
