🎬 Kick back under the stars for a “sing”-sational summer night with Movies on the Beach — fun for the whole family! Whether you’re camping at the park or just swinging by for the show, enjoy a fan-favorite film in a unique lakeside setting. 🌙

📅 Friday, July 18
🎞️ Featured Movie: Sing 2
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💵 $20 per vehicle
📍 Loyd Park – 3401 Ragland Road, Grand Prairie

It’s guaranteed to be a toe-tapping, show-stopping night by the lake. 🎶

Calling all young explorers! Join us for GP Nature Club, where we’re turning our eyes and ears to the wild world around us. This month’s theme, Wildlife Watch, is all about observing local animals, learning to track them, and discovering the signs they leave behind.

Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Loyd Park, 3401 Ragland Rd, Grand Prairie
Fee: $20 per vehicle

Theme Focus: Observation, animal behavior, and tracking skills

Interactive Stations Include:

• Animal Tracks Rubbing Table
• Scat Facts Match Game
• Binocular Hunt for Hidden Wildlife
• Sound ID Station
• Wildlife Mask Craft
• Camouflage Challenge Zone
• Build-a-Nest Station

Mini-Presentation at 10:30 a.m.: “Who Lives Here?” – Discover local animal species and fascinating facts about their habitats and behaviors.

Extras:

• Wildlife BINGO
• Passive nature trail with trivia
• Field notebook station to record your findings

Explore, observe, and discover the wild side of Grand Prairie. GP Nature Club is where curiosity meets conservation — don’t miss this wild adventure!

Join us for the Back-to-School Supply Giveaway Event! We’ll be giving away notebooks, pencils, pens, colored pencils, erasers, folders, rulers, and more.

 Saturday, August 9
 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (while supplies last)
Dalworth Recreation Center
Limit: Two backpacks per person.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gear up for success! See you there! 

Summer Concert Series – Party Night 
Get ready to boogie under the stars, Grand Prairie!

Join us on Thursday, August 14, for Party Night featuring the ultimate disco tribute band, Disco Inferno!

Break out your bell-bottoms, grab your friends, and get ready for a night of funky beats, dancing, and unforgettable fun.

 Thursday, August 14
 6-9 p.m.
 Lynn Creek Park, Grand Prairie
 Featuring: Disco Inferno

 Admission:
FREE for Grand Prairie Residents
$20 per vehicle for Non-Residents

🎬 Dash into Summer Fun at Movies on the Beach!
Kick back under the stars for a night that’s sure to be supersonic! Whether you’re camping or just racing over for the show, join us lakeside for Sonic 3 — a high-speed adventure the whole family will love! 💨💙

📅 Friday, August 22
🎞️ Featured Movie: Sonic 3
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💵 $20 per vehicle
📍 Loyd Park – 3401 Ragland Road, Grand Prairie

Grab your rings, blankets, and lawn chairs — we’ll bring the movie magic! 🏖️🎥

Do you have what it takes to thrive in the wild? Join us for GP Nature Club and learn the essential outdoor skills every adventurer should know. From building shelters to signaling for help, this hands-on experience will boost confidence and encourage smart outdoor exploration!

Date: Saturday, August 30
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Loyd Park, 3401 Ragland Rd, Grand Prairie
Fee: $20 per vehicle

Theme Focus: Outdoor preparedness, navigation, and safety

Interactive Stations Include:

• 🏕️ Mini Shelter Building
• 🧭 Compass Maze Game
• 🔥 Fire Safety Demo
• 🆘 Signal for Help Station
• 🎒 Backpack Packing Challenge
• 💧 Water Filter DIY
• 🪢 Knot Tying Station

Mini-Presentation at 10:30 a.m.:
“What If You Get Lost?” – Learn the STOP method, how to use landmarks, and key safety tips.

Extras:

• 🏅 “Survivor Badge” card
• 🧤 Safety gear touch station
• 🔑 DIY Paracord Keychain Craft

Join us in Downtown Grand Prairie for the ultimate FREE event celebrating all things pickled and playful! Pickle Fest is serving up a brine-tastic day full of flavor, fun, and family-friendly entertainment.

📅 Saturday, September 6
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Downtown Grand Prairie
🎟️ Free Admission + Free Parking

Here’s what’s going down at Pickle Fest:

🥒 80+ Vendors – Featuring everything from pickle snow cones and chamoy pickles to pickling kits and pickleball gear
🏓 Pop-Up Pickleball Tournament – Test your skills or cheer on the action!
🎵 Live Music – DJ sets and local community performances
🐐 Kid Zone Fun – Free petting zoo and bounce houses for the little gherkins
🍻 Beer & Food Vendors

It’s going to be kind of a big dill – you don’t want to miss it!

Ready to unplug and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones? Join us for the Family Campout at Loyd Park! Whether you’re a seasoned camper or trying it for the first time, this overnight adventure is the perfect blend of relaxation, nature, and quality time together.

Pitch your tent, roll out the sleeping bags, and enjoy a fun-filled evening under the stars with family-friendly activities, campfire vibes, and plenty of fresh air.

📅 September 13–14
⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
📍 Loyd Park, Grand Prairie
💵 $50 per campsite

Don’t forget:

• Bring your own camping gear
• Come prepared for outdoor fun
• Space is limited — secure your spot early!

This is your chance to reconnect, recharge, and enjoy the great outdoors—together.

Do you dig ancient history? Unearth the wonders of the past at our next GP Nature Club event: Rocks & Relics! This hands-on exploration of geology, fossils, and prehistoric life is perfect for curious minds of all ages. Come ready to discover what’s hidden beneath your feet!

Date: Saturday, Sept. 27
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Loyd Park, 3401 Ragland Rd, Grand Prairie
Fee: $20 per vehicle

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Theme Focus: Geology, fossils, and ancient history

Stations Include:

🪨 Rock Sorting Table
🦴 Fossil Dig Sandbox
💥 Geode Smash
🎨 Pet Rock Painting
🌍 Timeline of Earth Walk
🛠 Tool Time Table
🎨 Build-a-Cave Art Wall

Mini-Presentation (10:30 AM):
🗿 “Stories in Stone” – Discover what fossils and rocks can teach us about ancient life and landscapes

Extras:
📘 Rock ID cards
📄 Fossil rubbing sheets
😄 Geology jokes & trivia signs throughout the site

Vendor registration for Main Street Fest is now open. Register here.  

Get ready for three days of festive fun at Grand Prairie’s Annual Main Street Fest, hosted by the City of Grand Prairie Parks, Arts & Recreation Department! Join us October 24–26 for an unforgettable celebration of community, culture, and entertainment right in the heart of downtown.

Here’s what you can expect:

• 🎶 Live Music All Weekend
• 🎡 Carnival Rides & Games
• 🛍️ Arts & Crafts + Business Expo Vendors
• 🍔 Food Vendors & Beer Gardens
• 🤹 Novelty Entertainment
• 🎈 KIDZONE
• 🎠 GRAND FUN for All Ages!

Don’t miss the city’s most anticipated fall festival — where memories are made and the whole community comes together!

🎉 October 24–26
📍 City Hall Campus | 200 Block of W. Main Street & Surrounding Areas
🎟️ FREE Admission & Parking

🔗 For details, schedules, and vendor info, visit: MainStreetFest.com

Join us for a spooktacular Halloween celebration in downtown Grand Prairie! Street ‘N Treat is packed with fang-tastic fun for the whole family, and best of all — it’s FREE to attend!

📅 Friday, October 31
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Grand Prairie City Hall | 200 Block of W. Main Street
🎟️ FREE Admission

What to Expect:

• 🍬 Trick-or-Treating at Grand Prairie City Hall
• 🎨 Free Kids’ Crafts
• 🐐 Free Petting Zoo
• 🏰 Free Inflatables
• 🧙 Costume Contest – Come dressed to impress!
• 🍔 Delicious Food Trucks (available for purchase)

Whether you’re creeping it real or just looking for a gourd time, this is the place to be on Halloween night. Don’t miss out on the thrills, chills, and plenty of treats!

Celebrate life and honor the memories of loved ones at Grand Prairie’s Día de Los Muertos celebration in the heart of downtown. This vibrant, family-friendly event brings the community together to embrace the rich cultural traditions of this meaningful holiday.
📅 November 1
⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Grand Prairie City Hall | 300 W. Main Street
🎟️ FREE Admission

Event Highlights:

• 💃 Traditional Cultural Performances
• 🕯️ Community Altar (Ofrenda)
• 🎭 Festive Processional
• 🌮 Local Food Vendors
• 🎨 Family-Friendly Activities

Come dressed in festive attire and be part of a night filled with color, culture, and remembrance. Let’s honor the past and celebrate the present together.

Join the City of Grand Prairie in honoring the courage, sacrifice, and service of the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces at our annual Veterans Day Ceremony.

This meaningful event will include a patriotic ceremony recognizing veterans from all branches of the military.

📅 November 11
⏰ Gather at 9:30 a.m. | Ceremony begins at 10:00 a.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Park | 925 Conover Street
🎟️ All are welcome

Following the ceremony, a complimentary lunch will be provided by the Rotary Clubs of Grand Prairie at the Veterans Park Event Center.

Let’s come together as a community to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who have served our nation.

Be the first to experience the magic of Prairie Lights 2025—before it opens to vehicles! During this special Sneak-A-Peek event, you’ll have the rare chance to walk, jog, or run through the spectacular light displays along the 3-mile route.

Saturday, November 22 is for runners, joggers, and fast walkers

Sunday, November 23 is perfect for strollers, families, and casual walkers

📅 November 22 & 23
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Lynn Creek Park | 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway

Whether you’re racing through or taking your time to soak in the sights, Sneak-A-Peek offers a glowing start to the holiday season that you won’t want to miss!

Celebrate 20 years of holiday magic at Prairie Lights, the premier holiday drive-thru light experience in North Texas! Cruise through 4 million twinkling lights across a dazzling 3-mile route, including two signature light tunnels and all-new features that will take your breath away.

This year’s highlights include:

• ✨ A brand-new animated land where lights dance in sync with festive music
• 🌲 A redesigned walk-through light forest
• 🎅 A charming Holiday Village featuring photos with Santa, shopping, snacks & more
• 🚗 Two incredible drive-thru light tunnels

Whether it’s your first visit or a cherished family tradition, Prairie Lights promises a night of wonder, warmth, and unforgettable holiday joy.

Come experience the glow and make memories that shine for years to come!

📅 November 27 – December 31
⏰ Open Nightly at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Lynn Creek Park | 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway, Grand Prairie
🎟️ Tickets & Info: prairielights.org

Celebrate 20 years of holiday magic at Prairie Lights, the premier holiday drive-thru light experience in North Texas! Cruise through 4 million twinkling lights across a dazzling 3-mile route, including two signature light tunnels and all-new features that will take your breath away.

This year’s highlights include:

• ✨ A brand-new animated land where lights dance in sync with festive music
• 🌲 A redesigned walk-through light forest
• 🎅 A charming Holiday Village featuring photos with Santa, shopping, snacks & more
• 🚗 Two incredible drive-thru light tunnels

Whether it’s your first visit or a cherished family tradition, Prairie Lights promises a night of wonder, warmth, and unforgettable holiday joy.

Come experience the glow and make memories that shine for years to come!

📅 November 27 – December 31
⏰ Open Nightly at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Lynn Creek Park | 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway, Grand Prairie
🎟️ Tickets & Info: prairielights.org

Kick off the holiday season with joy and sparkle at the Annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting! Join us on December 6 for an enchanting evening filled with festive fun for the whole family.

Event Highlights:

• 🎄 Official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 p.m.
• 🎶 Live Christmas Carols to get you in the holiday spirit
• ✨ Dazzling Drone Light Show lighting up the night sky
• 🎉 Festive Holiday Vendors with unique gifts and treats
• 🎅 Free Photos with Santa Claus
• 🎊 Holiday Parade

Bundle up and bring your loved ones for a magical night celebrating the warmth and wonder of the season in Downtown Grand Prairie.

📅 December 6
⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Grand Prairie City Hall | 300 W. Main Street
🎟️ FREE Admission