Special Events

Arts & Rec Live

We are bringing the fun to a neighborhood near you! The Dallas Park and Recreation Department will be organizing family friendly community events full of arts, activities, and entertainment.

Battle in Big D

Find information for our annual "Battle in Big D" boxing tournament.

Citywide Egg Hunt

Kids are invited to a free citywide Easter Egg Hunt. The City of Dallas Park and Recreation Department is hosting 42 simultaneous Easter Egg hunts at each recreation center around town. In addition to the Easter Egg Hunt, kids ages 12 and under can enjoy free family friendly activities, arts and crafts, and a special visit by Mr. Peter Cottontail. Kids don’t forget to bring your Easter baskets!

Photo Contest

Find information on our Park and Recreation Photo Contest

1. 2019 Winners

   See winning photos from the 2019 Share Your Moment Contest.

Pumpkins on the Plaza

Pumpkins on the Plaza is free, family-friendly Halloween carnival at City Hall Plaza. Enjoy a costume contest, pumpkin patch, hayrides, face painting, story time, arts and crafts, interactive games, music, entertainment, food trucks and much more. Stick around, once the sun goes down get your groove on, as we host a Glow Party. New this year, enjoy a dance party on the Plaza complete with glow sticks. All are welcome to this free event.

Senior Games

Find all the information you need for the Dallas area Senior Games.