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Official page of Waxahachie Parks & Recreation including Railyard Park, Chautauqua Auditorium, Lee Penn Public Pool, Citizens Convenience Station, Waxahachie Sports Complex, Senior Activity Center, and Waxahachie City Cemetery. Waxahachie Parks & Recreation offers 23 parks, scenic hike and bike trails, a 90-acre sports complex, a senior activity center, a dog park, splash pads, playgrounds, a citi

zens convenience station, a public pool, and more —giving residents and visitors plenty of ways to play, explore, and stay active across the community.

💦 AQUATICS UPDATES 💦💧 Railyard Park Splash Pad • 6/13 • Open 5 pm - 10 pmAmended Hours due to Community Programs/Events ...
06/12/2026

💦 AQUATICS UPDATES 💦

💧 Railyard Park Splash Pad • 6/13 • Open 5 pm - 10 pm
Amended Hours due to Community Programs/Events scheduled in the park
- Other City Splash Pads will be open as normal

☀️ Lee Penn Public Pool • Closed until Sunday, June 14 at 12 pm

Due to an unexpected incident, Lee Penn Park Pool is closed through Saturday and will reopen on Sunday, June 14 at 12pm.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as staff work to address the situation. Thank you for your cooperation.

🌳WAXAHACHIE PARKS & RECREATION WEEKEND PLAYBOOK | June 12 - 14🌳ANNOUNCEMENTS:🏃‍♀️Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail is n...
06/12/2026

🌳WAXAHACHIE PARKS & RECREATION WEEKEND PLAYBOOK | June 12 - 14🌳

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
🏃‍♀️Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail is now open!
💦Railyard Park Splash Pad will be closed until 5pm on Saturday due to events

EVENTS:
⚽ Friday, June 12 ⚽
Calling All FIFA & Soccer Fans! USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party at Southern Roots Brewing Company - Waxahachie at 8pm. Grab your friends and cheer on Team USA as they take on Paraguay!

☀️ Saturday, June 13 😎

💪Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park (Free & Open to All Ages)
8:00 AM – High-Intensity Workout with Bluebird Wellness
9:00 AM – Low-Intensity Workout with Half Moon Yoga

🧘 Sunshine & Pilates at Getzendaner Park (near the M&M Playground)
9:00 AM hosted by Bodybar Pilates - Waxahachie
Bring your mat, water, and a friend for a relaxing workout in the park

🏎️ Gingerbread Trail Car Show at Getzendaner Park
9:00 AM–2:00 PM - Hosted by Midlothian Classic Wheels Car Club, this family-friendly event features classic cars, trucks, bikes, and tractors from across the region. Enjoy awards, door prizes, a kids coloring contest, and more—all benefiting the Ellis County Museum. Spectator admission is free.

🎲 Trainer Junction at Railyard Park
11:00 AM–4:00 PM - Quokimbo Ventures is bringing sports cards, collectibles, comics, gaming items, toys, local vendors, food trucks, stage performances, and more to Railyard Park. Whether you're a serious collector or just curious, there's something for everyone—and admission is free.

From FIFA World Cup excitement and fitness classes to collectibles and classic cars, there's no shortage of ways to spend the weekend in Waxahachie.

💦RAILYARD PARK SPLASH PAD - NOW OPEN!💦455 S. College Street • 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. DailyBefore & After: Railyard Park Splash...
06/10/2026

💦RAILYARD PARK SPLASH PAD - NOW OPEN!💦
455 S. College Street • 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Daily

Before & After: Railyard Park Splash Pad Cleanup

This past weekend’s storms brought significant flooding to the Railyard Park Splash Pad area, but thanks to the dedication and teamwork of our crews, the space was cleaned up and restored as quickly as possible.

A huge thank you to our Parks & Recreation team for their hard work and long hours tackling storm cleanup across the city. We also want to extend our appreciation to the Waxahachie Fire-Rescue Department, who came to our aid with fire hoses to help power wash the splash pad area. Their assistance allowed our crews to complete the cleanup much faster and focus their efforts on the many other parks impacted by the storm.

We are grateful for the partnership, teamwork, and commitment shown by everyone involved in getting our parks back in shape for the community.

🎸 WAXAHACHIE BATTLE OF THE BANDS - THE FINAL FOUR ARE SET! 🎸June 27 • 6pm - 10pm • Railyard ParkAfter an incredible comp...
06/09/2026

🎸 WAXAHACHIE BATTLE OF THE BANDS - THE FINAL FOUR ARE SET! 🎸
June 27 • 6pm - 10pm • Railyard Park

After an incredible competition and outstanding community participation, the finalists for the 2026 Waxahachie Battle of the Bands have been chosen:

🎤 Lifeless Thoughts
🎤 Take Flight
🎤 School of Rock Midlothian, TX
🎤 The Java Llamas

These four talented bands will take the stage LIVE at Railyard Park on Friday, June 27, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM as they compete for a cash prize and the title of 2026 Waxahachie Battle of the Bands Champion!

The best part? You help decide the winner. Audience members in attendance will have the opportunity to vote at the end of the night, and those votes will count toward a percentage of each band's final score.

Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and come out to support these talented musicians for an evening of live music, community spirit, and friendly competition.

We'll see you at the show!

⚠️ Spring Park Closure Notice - June 8, 2026 ⚠️Spring Park at Lake Waxahachie is closed until further notice due to stor...
06/08/2026

⚠️ Spring Park Closure Notice - June 8, 2026 ⚠️

Spring Park at Lake Waxahachie is closed until further notice due to storm-related debris and maintenance needs resulting from recent flooding.

Large amounts of driftwood, branches, and other debris have accumulated along the shoreline, creating hazardous conditions throughout the park. Our crews are assessing the area and working to restore the park as quickly and safely as possible.

Boat Dock Park remains open at this time.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as cleanup efforts continue.

⚠️ TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE ⚠️Due to flooding and storm-related debris, the Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail is closed fro...
06/08/2026

⚠️ TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE ⚠️

Due to flooding and storm-related debris, the Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail is closed from Matthews Street (near Wags-a-Hachie Dog Park) to Lions Park until further notice.

This section of the trail has been impacted by high water, downed trees, branches, and other debris. Our crews have already begun cleanup efforts and will continue working to restore the trail as quickly and safely as possible.

The trail remains open from Wags-a-Hachie Dog Park to Getzendaner Park.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to restore the trail safely.

⚠️ Splash Pad Closure Notice - Monday, June 8 ⚠️The Railyard Park Splash Pad will be closed for the remainder of today (...
06/08/2026

⚠️ Splash Pad Closure Notice - Monday, June 8 ⚠️

The Railyard Park Splash Pad will be closed for the remainder of today (Monday, June 8).

Did you know Railyard Park was intentionally built within a floodplain? The park was designed to safely flood and naturally drain after high-water events, with water flowing through the splash pad area as part of that process.

Sometimes creek overflows leave behind excessive silt, mud, and debris. When that happens, our team needs additional time to thoroughly clean and inspect the area before reopening it to the public.

Looking for another place to cool off today? These splash pads remain open until 8:00 PM:

💦 George Brown Splash Pad (209 N. Jackson St.)
💦 Matthew's Park Splash Pad (501 Harvest Grove Drive)

🎸 WAXAHACHIE BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMMUNITY VOTING IS NOW OPEN! 🎸First, a huge thank you to every band that applied for t...
06/06/2026

🎸 WAXAHACHIE BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMMUNITY VOTING IS NOW OPEN! 🎸

First, a huge thank you to every band that applied for the 2026 Waxahachie Battle of the Bands. The talent, creativity, and passion on display were incredible, and you certainly didn’t make it easy on our judges.

After much deliberation, we’ve narrowed the field to our 8 semi-finalists. Now it’s time for the community to have their say!

Congratulations to:
The Uppercuts
Lifeless Thoughts
Pound of Flesh TX
Java Llamas
Take Flight
Aldridge
School of Rock Midlothian, TX
Noah Derrick Music

Help determine which 4 bands will advance to perform LIVE at the Waxahachie Battle of the Bands on June 27 at Railyard Park.

🗳️ Vote here: https://form.jotform.com/261560228284154

Voting Rules:
• Only votes submitted through the official voting link will be counted.
• Only one vote per email address will be counted.
• Voting closes Monday, June 8 at 12:00pm

Show your support, spread the word, and help us crown the Final Four. We can’t wait to see these talented musicians take the stage at Railyard Park!

🛝🌳The Waxahachie Parks & Recreation Weekend Playbook | June 5 - 7 🏋️ 🏟️*ANY CHANGES TO EVENTS DUE TO WEATHER ARE LISTED ...
06/05/2026

🛝🌳The Waxahachie Parks & Recreation Weekend Playbook | June 5 - 7 🏋️ 🏟️

*ANY CHANGES TO EVENTS DUE TO WEATHER ARE LISTED BELOW

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Waxahachie has you covered!

*Waxahachie Sports Complex: For any weather updates, call the Rainout Line at 972-938-5719*
⚾️ DFW World Series Tournament (USSSA Sports)
Waxahachie Sports Complex | Friday & Saturday and on Monday & Tuesday (off on Sunday)
150+ Teams | 6 States Represented | 3 Days

CORRECTION - Half Moon Yoga is scheduled for June 13 not June 6.
🏃‍♀️ Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park
Bluebird Wellness will take on both the high intensity workouts and low intensity workouts this Saturday!
💪 8:00 AM – High Intensity Fitness
🧘 9:00 AM – Low Intensity Fitness
**For weather updates - keep an eye on Bluebird Wellness**

POSTPONED TO JULY 25
⚽ Meet Hachie with Hachie Youth Sports
Railyard Park | 12:00 PM -2:30 | Free
Got a young athlete? Come learn about the sports opportunities available for youth in our community! This event is FREE and open to everyone!
🎧 DJ
🏰 Inflatables
🌮 Food Trucks
🎉 Family Fun

Plus: Lee Penn Pool is open Saturday from 10:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday from 12:00pm - 7:00pm
*Pool will remain open in the rain, but for the safety of our guests, may close for brief periods if there is lightning in the immediate area.
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The events below are not Parks & Recreation events, but they’re great community happenings we think you may want to check out:

🍎Waxahachie Farmers Market 🥦
June 6 | 9am - 1pm | 701 Howard Road
Shop Local. Shoppers may be eligible to enter to win a free personal spa day basket courtesy of Jubilee Seasons

🏡 Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes
Explore some of Waxahachie’s most beautiful historic homes this Saturday and Sunday.

Visit the Ellis County Museum, Inc., Inc. for tour information and tickets.

Waxahachie Lions Club Summer Carnival
📅 June 5–14
📍 1000 N Highway 77 (next to RaceTrac)

*Visit the Triple T Amusements page for hours, prices, etc.**

📚 Summer at Sims Library - presented by Kids at Sims Library & Sims Library Bookmobile

From reading programs and family activities to special events throughout the season, there’s a full summer of fun waiting at Sims Library.

Make plans, get outside, and enjoy everything happening around Waxahachie this weekend!

Address

401 S. Elm Street
Waxahachie, TX
75165

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14693094051

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