Programs & Events

Register for your favorite activities!

Through healthy parks, engaging programs and continuous community support, the Parks Department wants to encourage everyone to connect with their community and the Elgin Parks Department. 

Make sure you reserve your spot early for our events by clicking here.


Stay up to date on our events and programs!

The best way to stay up to date on our programs, classes, leagues and events is by following us on Facebook @ElginTXParks. Not on Facebook? Check back here or call the Recreation Center at 512-285-6434.

You can also pick up our latest program guide at select brochure kiosks in Elgin. 
Sip, Shop and Stroll with Parks and Rec

Join Elgin Parks and Recreation every 2nd Thursday of the Month at the Elgin Depot Museum for lawn games and fun at Sip, Shop and Stroll.

Games available will vary month to month, so be sure to stop by and have some fun! 

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Photos with Santa at the Elgin Recreation Center

Saturday, December 9th from 8AM - 10AM

Elgin Recreation Center, 361 N. HWY 95, Elgin, TX 78621

Its the most magical time of year! We love seeing all the smiling faces visiting Santa's workshop, having hot cocoa, enjoying photobooth stations and writing letters to Santa! 

Make sure you register so we can ensure we have enough supplies: https://secure.rec1.com/TX/elgin-tx/catalog

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FREE DAY at the Elgin Recreation Center

Monday, January 1st | 6AM - 10PM

Come check out the Elgin Recreation Center for free all day! Join us for WildCat Walkers, Senior Coffee Social Club, All Levels Portable Pickleball, Under 18 Volleyball, All Ages Volleyball and select fitness classes in the Studio. This is a great way to learn about what's available at the Elgin Recreation Center and get started on your New Year's Resolutions! 

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Polar Bear Plunge at Morris Memorial Pool 

Saturday, January 6th  |  10AM - 12PM  |  Morris Memorial Pool

Dive in to the New Year with a refreshing dip in Morris Memorial Pool, then warm up with complimentary coffee and hot chocolate! Participants and cheer leaders welcome!

Join us for the annual Polar Bear Plunge in Morris Memorial Pool to kick off the New Year. We encourage everyone to arrive at 10AM to sign in and take pictures at our photo booth, we will jump at 10:15AM and take a group picture, then play Sharks & Minnows and swim until 12PM.

Please wear swim wear and bring a change of clothes and towel.

We encourage pre-registration to ensure we have enough supplies for all participants, but walk-ins are welcome! 

Sign up for events here!