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Signature places · across the city

Attractions

Endless adventure in the heart of Texas — from Joe Pool Lake to EpicCentral, with over 50 city parks in between.

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Signature destinations

epiccentral.com

EpicCentral

Unbelievable attractions, unforgettable memories — the entertainment district.

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playgrandadventures.com

PlayGrand Adventures

Award-winning inclusive play at EpicCentral — free, open sunrise to sunset for all ages and abilities.

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epicwatersgp.com

Epic Waters

DFW’s top indoor waterpark — year-round fun under the retractable roof.

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epicrecgp.com

EpicRec

Fitness, athletics, aquatics, fine arts, and media arts in 120,000 sq ft.

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uptowntheatergp.com

The Historic Uptown Theater

Grand Prairie’s fully restored 1950s theater — concerts, plays, musicals, and theater camps.

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ruthejacksoncenter.com

Ruthe Jackson Center

A 32,000 sq ft venue for weddings, banquets, meetings, and special events.

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loydpark.com

Loyd Park

Lakeside camping in a peaceful tree-filled setting, close to every DFW attraction.

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actionparkalliance.com

Alliance Skate Park

North Texas’ home for skateboarding, BMX, and action sports — next to Gate 1 at Lone Star Park.

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Grand Prairie Memorial Gardens

A peaceful 25-acre public cemetery with five gardens, just north of I-20.

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Golf · own sites

Two courses, two front doors

tangleridge.com Tangle Ridge Golf Club A course that challenges your senses and skills, rolling through the hill country of south Grand Prairie. Visit site ↗ prairielakesgolf.com Prairie Lakes Golf Course Picturesque views and fantastic conditions on Mountain Creek Lake, in the center of DFW. Visit site ↗

Aquatics

Pools & water play

Featured

Splash Factory

Interactive water playground behind Charley Taylor Rec Center — water wall, spray cannons, and power geysers.

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Open year-round

Kirby Creek Natatorium

Heated indoor pool, open year-round — pool parties, exercise, and learn-to-swim.

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Memorial Day – Labor Day

Outdoor Pools

McFalls, Tyre, and Bowles neighborhood pools — beat the heat all summer.

Hours & locations

Joe Pool Lake

Lake parks

784 acres

Lynn Creek Park

784 acres on the northwest shore of Joe Pool Lake — beach, marina, and shaded pavilions.

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loydpark.com ↗

Loyd Park

Camping, cabins, and trails right on the lake.

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Lake Parks Operations Office

Permits, reservations, and lake conditions for all three lake parks.

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Close to home

Community & venues

Saturdays, March–December

Farmers Market

Market Square, 120 W. Main St. — local produce, tamales, honey, and more.

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Veterans Park Event Center

In front of Veterans Memorial — services each Veterans Day and Memorial Day.

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Charley Taylor Rec Center

Tours, rentals, and class registration — 972-339-3770.

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Est. 1959

Dalworth Rec Center

Community fun for generations — game room, computer lab, and rentals.

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50+

The Summit 50+ Club

Fitness, pools, and social life for active adults over 50.

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Tony Shotwell Life Center

Basketball, fitness, meeting rooms — plus a public library and computer lab.

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High School Tennis Courts

Public courts at G.P. and S.G.P. high schools.

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Rick Herold Parks Administration

Department headquarters — 50+ years of creating a GRAND lifestyle.

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Grand Fun Club

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