The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department staff encourages everyone to live, learn and play. Look to us for ways to enrich your life by enjoying all the opportunities and resources available to you. Take advantage of the wide range of physical, social, nutritional and cultural activities at our City parks, beaches, and recreational facilities. We provide endless ways for you to engage in an active and healthy lifestyle.
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Address: 1201 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9277, Corpus Christi, TX 78469
Phone: (361) 826-PLAY
Fax: (361) 826-3864
Staff: Contact Information
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78415 Community Youth Development Program
The 78415 CYD Program is a free service for youth, and family members of eligible youth, who live or attend school in the 78415 zip code. It is funded by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Arts & Culture
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to offering a wide range of arts and cultural activities to enrich the lives of its residents and visitors.
Bay Jammin’ Concert & Cinema Series
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department invites everyone to enjoy our annual Summer Bay Jammin’ Concert & Cinema Series at Cole Park Amphitheater, set under the stars against our beautiful Corpus Christi bayfront.
Beach Parking Permits
We invite you to our gulf beaches for ENDLESS play and relaxation.
Commission On Children & Youth
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department serves as liaison on the Commission on Children & Youth.
Corpus Christi Beaches
Corpus Christi’s beautiful beaches are the heart and soul of the Texas Gulf Region.
Corpus Christi Public Art
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department invites you to explore its dynamic Public Art Program.
Golf Courses
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department owns two full-service municipal golf courses. Both courses are managed by Foresight Golf.
Health & Fitness
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department promotes nutrition and fitness through its many sports, exercise and recreation programs and services.
Heritage Park: The Cultural Center
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department's Cultural Center is located in the midst of the Victorian style homes of Historic Heritage Park.
Latchkey Program
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department runs the Latchkey Program which offers an afterschool program, school break day camps and summer camps.
Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center
The Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center serves to enhance community understanding for the need to preserve the natural resources of coastal ecosystems for future generations through access and education.
Parks & Development
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for overseeing 2,100 acres of developed and undeveloped open spaces (parks, City beaches, natural habitats, etc.) and facilities (recreation centers, pools, gyms, ball fields, senior centers, tennis and golf courses, etc.) to enrich the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Parks & Recreation Facilities
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department operates a wide-range of recreation facilities to host sporting events, classes, camps, as well as fitness, recreation, social and nutrition activities.
Parks & Recreation Volunteer Opportunities
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department provides a variety of meaningful ways for individuals, community groups and businesses to showcase their commitment to the community through volunteering.
Recreation Centers
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department operates four recreation centers located throughout the city which offer programs for youth ages 6-16.
Senior Services
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department strives to cultivate the best quality of life for persons age 50 plus.
Special Events Planning
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department offers a variety of venues for your special event, parade or march. Our Special Events Team will work with the event organizer to navigate all t
Sports
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of sports programs, classes, camps, leagues, and tournaments for youth and adults.
Swim Programs & Pools
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department’s Aquatics Program staff encourage residents to build a life-long passion for swimming while enjoying the water.
Tennis Centers
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department has two full-service municipal tennis centers which offer quality courts for play, private and semi-private lessons, leagues, tournaments, a full line of tennis apparel, accessories and professional stringing.
The Water's Edge
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation invites everyone to The Water’s Edge which is nestled along the Corpus Christi Bay on the city’s scenic downtown bayfront.
Special Events Planning
Host your event at one of our many venues. Let us help you get started.
Parks & Development
Recreation
Mr. Stevenson brings 24 years of municipal government experience to the City. He has led operations management, program development and administration for Parks and Recreation Departments in cities such as Detroit, Kalamazoo, Phoenix, Rowlett, and most recently, the City of Garland.
Mr. Stevenson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Community Parks and Recreation Management and a Master of Science in Public Administration.
Among his achievements are park enhancement capital improvement projects; accolades for youth programming; national accreditation for the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Department; and, implementation of parks maintenance standards.
Mr. Stevenson says, “I am excited to come aboard and honored to lead one of the best managed CAPRA accredited programs in the US.” The City’s Parks and Recreation Department received its accreditation for excellence in operation and service through the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA.)