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Swim Lessons

Come Make a Splash!

Come make a splash with the Garland Aquatics team with modified swim lessons for the 2020 season. While there will be no open/public swim, we will open Holford and Wynne Pools for swim lessons. Class sizes will be smaller and an adult m...

Stay & Play Virtual Recreation

When you cannot come to us, we will come to you! Stay & Play virtual recreation is a way for us to engage with you virtually. The City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department is committed to providing ways for you and your family t...

Current Park Master Plans and Projects

Find out what we have been up to lately.

Summer Camps

Are you ready?

Summer Camps will start on July 6 with limited group sizes per camp. We will have STARS Camp, Fields Summer Camp, multiple fun camps at Holford Recreation Center. Check out the dates and times, and full list of camps being offered this summe...

Made Fresh & Local Virtual Concerts

We may not be able to host our traditional outdoor Sounds of Summer Concerts at the Square this year, so we are bringing a true Garland "Fresh & Local" concert experience straight into your living room!  Get a front-row seat to our ...

Monitoring COVID-19

Garland Public Health is working closely with regional, state and federal partners to monitor for coronavirus in north Texas. Check our Disease Information page for updates.

Staying Active through COVID-19

We know you have read the alerts, the reports on the news, and the City of Garland’s disaster declaration on March 17 that resulted in closures of several City facilities. But, what you may not know is that Garland’s outdoor parks are ...

Summer Nutrition Program

The City of Garland has proudly supported the Summer Nutrition Program (SNP) for more than 20 years and wants to ensure the youth in the community continue to receive a meal during the summer break.

CitySquare, an advocacy organization that works to fight ...

Trails Master Plan & Survey

We want to hear from you. Find out more and take the survey today!

Update on the Senior Meal Program

Dallas County has authorized the City of Garland PRCAD to continue serving and delivering meals to currently registered seniors. 

Any new seniors wishing to participate in the meal program, please call Garland Senior Activity Center.  

The...

Citywide Trails Interactive Map

Interactive Citywide Trails Map

Are you a visual person? This interactive map will help us understand exactly where your priorities are for cycling, walking and citywide trails in Garland. 

Follow the instructions and answer the questions using the...

Keeping a Safe Physical Distance in Parks and on Trails

Remember folks, if you must go outside, please follow physical distancing guidelines in our parks and on trails. http://ow.ly/oCu550yQp74 (link to National Recreation and Parks Association)

Below are a few recommendations to keep safe physical distancing w...

Recreation Centers

Garland is home to six recreation centers. Each facility offers a variety of programs and services that are enjoyed by all.

Click on the image or the Recreation page link below. 

Find a Center near you!

Garland Body Shops

Need to exercise more, but don't want to join a gym? Check out our Body Shops filled with great equipment for all skill levels and are a great, low-cost alternative to big, expensive gyms.