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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Picnic in the Park - FREE Spring Break Event

Monday, March 13th | 11AM - 1PM | Elgin Memorial Park | 1127 N. Main St.

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation in Elgin Memorial Park by the playground for kite flying, cloud watching, iSpy, and more!

This FREE Spring Break event is geared towards all ages interested in spending an afternoon in the park. Between free play and lawn games as well as guided activities, you'll experience a number of fun ways to enjoy Elgin's beautiful parks!

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The Return of Skate Night - FREE Spring Break Event

Tuesday, March 14th | 5:00PM - 8:00PM | Elgin Recreation Center Back Lot | 361 N. HWY 95

Skate Night is back for the season!

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for skate obstacles, music, and art walls in the back parking lot of the Recreation Center at this kick off event for the return of Skate Night. All wheels are welcome, so bring your bike, scooter, skateboard, rollerblades and more!

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Touch-A-Truck - FREE Spring Break Event

Wednesday, March 15th | 4PM-7PM | Elgin Memorial Park | 1127 N. Main St.

Come safely see, touch and explore trucks and machinery from Elgin and the surrounding area in Elgin Memorial Park this Spring Break! Families will experience local working vehicles and have the opportunity to learn from the people who serve our community every day. Vehicles will be available from 4PM - 7PM along the park road in Elgin Memorial Park.

Vehicles include: Police Cars, Fire Engines, Public Transportation, Skid Steer, Lucky Old Scoundrels Motorcycles 

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Spring Break 2022 - Catch and Release Fishing - CANCELLED

Catch & Release Fishing - FREE Spring Break Event

Thursday, March 16th | 10AM - 12PM | Morris Memorial Park | 802 N. Ave C

Join Parks & Recreation for catch and release fishing at Morris Memorial pond. We will provide a limited number of fishing poles and bait, have a knot typing station, and be taking pictures of your catches!

Bring your gear and see what types of fish you can catch!


UPDATE: 3/16/2023

We are disappointed to say that we are CANCELLING today's catch & release fishing event due to the possibility of storms. We will reschedule for a day later this Spring, so stay tuned! 

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Catch & Release Fishing - FREE Spring Break Event

Thursday, March 16th | 10AM - 12PM | Morris Memorial Park | 802 N. Ave C

Join Parks & Recreation for catch and release fishing at Morris Memorial pond. We will provide a limited number of fishing poles and bait, have a knot typing station, and be taking pictures of your catches! Bring your gear and see what types of fish you can catch!

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Nature Night - FREE Spring Break Event

Friday, March 17th | 5PM - 8PM | Elgin Memorial Park

Get to know local flora and fauna, craft using the world around you and feel connected with nature! Meet with local organizations that support nature, participate in crafts, play games and meet ambassador animals!

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Children's Bike Rodeo with Cub Scout Troop 471 and Elgin Parks & Recreation

Sunday, March 26th | 2PM – 4PM | Elgin Recreation Center Back Parking Lot

Participants aged 11 years and younger are invited to join Elgin Parks & Recreation, and Cub Scout Troop 471 for a bike inspection, obstacle course, races, helmet fittings and raffles! Make sure to bring your parent or guardian, your bike and your helmet.


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