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The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department operates four recreation centers throughout the city, offering programs for youth ages 6 to 16 and community events for everyone to enjoy. We are dedicated to promoting character development, leadership, education, and healthy living through our many fun and exciting activities and programs.

A variety of affordable programs are offered for youth and adults, such as Parent's Night Out, fitness, sports, etc. Our recreation centers also host special events throughout the year, such as holiday festivities, movies in the park, dances, and fitness programs. Please check this page periodically for updates.

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Parents' Night Out! on December 14

Flyer  ► Register Today!

Let our recreation staff watch the kids so that you can enjoy some YOU time. The Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department is offering a Parent’s Night Out for ages 6 to 16 on Saturday, December 14, from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Lindale Recreation Center, 3133 Swantner Drive. The children will enjoy games, prizes, dinner, and holiday celebration! The fee is only $15 per child. Limited openings are available, so don’t wait and sign up your child for a fun evening! For more information, please call (361) 826-3460.

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PROGRAMS

 

After School Program - FREE!

This is an open campus afterschool program for youth ages 6 to 16, which operates in conjunction with the Corpus Christi ISD schedule from August 12, 2024, through May 23, 2025, (closed on holidays) from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the four recreation centers: Joe Garza, Lindale, Oak Park, and Oso. Our program allows youth to engage in special programs, homework tutorials, arts and crafts, sports, games, nutrition, and more. It offers general supervision for the children. A free afternoon snack will be provided daily at all sites. Space is limited. All youth are required to register to attend. ► View the 2024–2025 Recreation Centers After School Program flyer for the schedule, sites, and more details. Register here.

After School Snack Program - FREE!

All recreation centers will provide an afternoon snack daily. Please contact the site director if your child has any dietary restrictions or allergies. An alternate snack may be provided with a signed authorization letter from a physician. If the parent provides the snack, the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is not responsible for meeting the child's daily nutritional needs. The City is an equal opportunity provider.

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SPARK Camps

These are open campus recreation camps offered for youth ages 6 to 16 during school breaks throughout the school year and summer. Morning and afternoon sessions are available to select from. A snack will be provided during each session. Recreation activities include playing billiards, foosball, air hockey, arcade games, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, field trips, guest speakers, and other activities offered at participating recreation centers throughout the summer. This open campus recreation program is provided in a generally supervised environment for registered participants. Each child must be signed in and out by an adult each day. Space is limited, and all youth must be registered. For more information, please call (361) 826-3472.  

DAY CAMPS are open campus recreation camps offered for youth ages 6 to 16 during school breaks throughout the school year. The registration fee is only $15.00 per child for each session. Please check back to this page periodically throughout the school year 2024 to 2025 for registration. 

SUMMER CAMPS are open campus recreation camps offered for youth ages 6 to 16 during the summer. The registration fee is only $25 per child for each weekly session. Please check back to this page in April 2025 for the summer 2025 registration. 

RECREATION CENTERS

CONTACT INFORMATION

Joe Garza  3204 Highland Ave.  l  (361) 826-4080

Lindale  3133 Swantner Dr.  l  (361) 826-3449

Oak Park  842 Erwin Dr.  l  (361) 826-3481 

Oso  1111 Bernice Dr.  l  (361) 826-3110

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HOURS FOR ALL SITES


School Year: Monday–Friday, 3pm–7pm

Summer: Morning Session (7:30 am–12:30pm)
                 Afternoon Session (12:30pm–5:30pm)

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HIRING OPPORTUNITIES


 Please check back periodically for available positions.
► Apply Online!

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RENTALS


Celebrate your special occasions at our recreation centers. You have several options with four centers located throughout the city. Book your next birthday and graduation parties, bridal and baby showers, family reunions and other special events with us. A rental includes the use of the social hall, game room and kitchen, along with tables and chairs. 

Recreation Center Rentals 

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