City of Ennis Parks & Rec

06/24/2026

🎆 Freedom Fest is near, Ennis!

Get set for Saturday, June 27 at Veterans Memorial Park — an evening of live music, great food, and a fireworks finale that will light up the night sky!

✨ Gates open: 6:00 PM
🎸 Live music by Neon Prophets: 7:35 PM
🎇 Fireworks: At dark
🚍 Free shuttle: Lions Memorial Stadium starting at 5:45 PM

Come hungry — tasty treats, cool sweets, and all the good eats are waiting for you!

Plus, tons of kids’ activities and a dunk tank — perfect for big laughs!

Bring your lawn chairs, round up your favorite people, and get ready for one of Ennis’s biggest nights of the year.

Summer nights. Live music. Fireworks. Ennis. 💙
✨ Tag you're crew — we’ll see you in Ennis!

Learn more: www.visitennistexas.com/freedomfest

06/21/2026

☀️ Hello, Summer!

Longer days. Sunshine‑filled adventures. Patio lunches. Local shopping. Memory‑making moments.

Summer has officially arrived in Ennis!

Whether you’re exploring historic downtown, discovering a new favorite local business, or cooling off with a quick splash‑pad break (because Texas heat doesn’t play! 😎💦), there’s no better time to experience Ennis.

What’s on your Ennis Summer Bucket List? 🌻👇

06/19/2026

📢 City Holiday Closure – Juneteenth

All City offices will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

There will be no trash service on this day. If your regular trash pick‑up falls on June 19th, you may place up to three extra bags curbside on your next scheduled collection day.

For water or sewer emergencies, please call 972‑875‑1234 and follow the prompts to reach an operator.

The community is invited to the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Parade and Festival, beginning at 10:00 AM at Roger & Maise Park. Enjoy a day of history, music, and celebration! This event is proudly presented by Unity In The Community of Ennis .

As a reminder, utility bills can be paid in several convenient ways, including online at https://xpressbillpay.com/ #/?org=ennis11185 and via the night drop box.

06/15/2026

Did you know that our 🇺🇸community flag program supports MULTIPLE non-profits in our community, as well as the 💦splash pad at the Rotary Park in Ennis? Sign up for just $50 a year. Your flag will be placed at your 🏡home or 🏢business 6 holidays a year!
Sign up here: https://app.helpingwithflags.com/ennisrotaryflag

06/12/2026

🏐 Girls Volleyball Summer Camp — Registration Update

Registration is filling up, and we want to ensure every interested athlete has the opportunity to participate. If your daughter plans to attend, please complete her registration as soon as possible to secure her place.

Don’t wait—once the remaining spots are filled, we will close enrollment.

➡️ Register today to guarantee participation.

05/29/2026

🏐 Girls Volleyball Camp 🏐

This camp is designed to help young athletes build confidence, sharpen technique, and develop a deeper understanding of the game.

Open to players in 3rd – 9th grade, this camp focuses on strong fundamentals and building a genuine love for volleyball.

Our goal is for every athlete to leave with improved skills, renewed confidence, and the tools to keep growing both on and off the court. 💪✨



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If you have any questions, please call 972‑875‑1234 or email Taylor at [email protected].

05/27/2026

Did you know? All of our City of Ennis, parks offer outdoor recreation spaces, picnic areas, and plenty of room for fun adventures in the fresh air! 🧺🌤️🌼 There’s something for everyone to enjoy. 💚🌳

🎉 Planning a summer get‑together, birthday party, or family reunion? Our Parks & Recreation pavilions are the perfect spot! 🌳✨
All pavilion rentals are now handled through OpenGov. Information and links can be found on the City of Ennis Website (ennistx.gov/departments/parksandrecreation) 💻📝

Be sure to get your application in EARLY — our pavilions book out weeks in advance during the summer! ☀️⏰

We can’t wait to see you out enjoying the sunshine at our beautiful City of Ennis Parks! 🌼💚

05/24/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, all City offices are closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

🗑️ Trash Reminder: There will be no trash service on Monday. If your regular pickup falls on Monday, you may set out 3 extra bags on your next scheduled collection day.

☎️ After-hours assistance is still available by calling 972-875-1234.

05/22/2026

Our favorite local superhero made a quick stop by the City of Ennis, offices today!
As you enjoy the National Polka Festival, be sure to put litter in its place and do your part to Keep Ennis Beautiful.

🎉🦸‍♂️💚 Look who swooped into our office today… and you know what that means!

Our Keep Ennis Beautiful Super Hero is officially headed to the National Polka Festival! 🎶✨

He’s got one important message for all our visitors, neighbors, and polka‑lovin’ friends:

👉 Please help keep downtown beautiful by tossing your trash in the barrels placed all around the festival!

Our City of Ennis, Public Works & Parks will team gladly take care of the full barrels at the end of each day so the celebration can stay clean! 🗑️💥

Let’s keep Ennis clean, festive, and ready to Polka the weekend away! 💃🪗

See y’all in Downtown Ennis! 🎉🌻

05/15/2026

💦 Splash Pad Season is Officially Open! ☀️

We are excited to welcome families and visitors back for another fun summer season at the splash pad. To help keep the area safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone, please follow these housekeeping rules while visiting:

• No running
• No sand from the volleyball court in the splash pad area
• No gum or food in the splash pad area
• Please be respectful of others
• No bikes, skateboards, skates, or scooters in the splash pad area
PLEASE do not leave children unattended

Help us keep this community space clean and safe for all visitors to enjoy throughout the season.

Looking to host a party or gathering? Pavilion rentals near the splash pad are available. For more information and application details, please visit ennistx.gov.

Have a safe and fun summer, Ennis! 💧