Parks and Recreation Month

July is Parks and Recreation Month and the City of Grand Prairie Parks, Arts & Recreation Department is celebrating by highlighting parks, recreation, and the team that makes our community stronger every day.

From neighborhood parks and trails to recreation centers, aquatic facilities, sports leagues, special events, and cultural programs, the City's Parks and Recreation department creates opportunities for people of all ages to connect, stay active, and enjoy the places that make Grand Prairie a great place to live.

Throughout the month, we're celebrating the many ways parks and recreation make a difference in our community:

  • The Power of Connection: Parks and recreation bring neighbors together, foster new friendships, and create lasting memories.
  • The Power of Play: Whether it's exploring a playground, joining a sports league, attending camp, or discovering a new hobby, play inspires creativity, confidence, and fun for all ages.
  • The Power of Community: Our parks, recreation centers, and public spaces provide welcoming places to gather, celebrate, learn, and grow together.
  • The Power of Nature: Parks, trails, and green spaces offer opportunities to recharge, explore the outdoors, and experience the beauty of nature close to home.
  • The Power of Belonging: We are committed to creating inclusive programs and spaces where everyone feels welcome, valued, and connected.
  • The Power of Well-Being: Parks and recreation support healthier lifestyles by encouraging physical activity, mental wellness, lifelong learning, and meaningful community connections.

Highlighted Parks

Fish Creek Park

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Fish Creek Linear Park features a playground, a suburban greenbelt corridor with creekside trees, open grass, bridges, and neighborhood access points. It's popular for families, walking, running, and cycling. 

Friendship Park

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Friendship Park features 20 acres of playgrounds, walking paths, a pond, sport facilities, restrooms, and more. Perfect for tennis, baseball, and softball players.

Mcfalls Park

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McFalls Park East is situated by the water. Sports lovers will love the baseball field and foodies will enjoy the picnic areas with grills. Enjoy swimming? McFalls Outdoor Pool is a short walk away! 

 

Mi Familia Park

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Mi Familia Park features 85.8 acres of fields right next to Mountain Creek Lake! With a large shaded pavilion, colorful playgrounds, and trails along the water, Mi Familia Park has something for everyone.

Mike Lewis Park

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Mike Lewis Park is a grassy expanse with basketball & volleyball courts, pavilions, a playground, horseshoes, trails, and fishing.

Parkhill Park

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Parkhill Park is designed for your inner football or soccer enthusiast. With 25 acres of fields, a playground, and shaded areas, Parkhill Park can be your next favorite park!

See all of Grand Prairie's parks here!

Highlighted Recreation

Charley Taylor Recreation Center

Charley Taylor Recreation Center has baseball fields, pavilions, picnic tables, sand volleyball, and classes for ballerinas and dancers.

Dalworth Recreation Center

The Dalworth Recreation Center has Zumba, crochet, basketball, volleyball, tea room trips, karate, and more.

Tony Shotwell Life Center

The Tony Shotwell Life Center is the perfect spot for bootcamp, karate, Zumba, and personal training.

epic rec

epic rec is a fitness and recreation hub with something for everyone. From group fitness classes and fully equipped gyms to pools, sports courts, and art classes, members and visitors can stay active, explore new interests, and discover a new hobby in a welcoming community.

The Summit

The Summit is a recreation center geared towards adults 50 and older. The Summit features movie theaters, ballrooms, massage rooms, billiards, fitness, and more for members.


Highlighted Parks and Recreation Department Employees

Alexis Phillips
Recreation Specialist - Dalworth Recreation Center

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Alexis Phillips is an anchor for the Dalworth Recreation Center. Since entering the role of Recreation Specialist, Alexis has brought a light to the facility with her bright smile, her radiant energy, and her willingness to go above and beyond the general responsibilities as a Recreation Specialist. Alexis has stayed late, come in early, driven children to programming during Summer Camp, and so much more! Alexis is a valued member of our team whose dedication and outstanding service truly embody the mission and values of our department. She is, without a doubt, one of the shining stars of our organization!