2023 & 2024 TAAF Games of Texas Individual Sports Bid

We invite local athletic associations to submit a proposal to host a Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Games of Texas sport tournament July 27 - 30, 2023 in Brownsville, TX.2023 & 2024 TAAF Games of Texas Individual Sports Bid.

Governor Executive Order GA 36

UPDATE:  With the Governor Executive Order GA 36, the City of Brownsville will no longer require residents, visitors, nor staff to wear a facial covering when entering most city facilities. The only exception Order is B-Metro La Plaza Terminal an...

Men's Softball League Registration OPENS

The first game of Summer 2021 Men's Softball is set for June 16, 7 p.m. at the Brownsville Sports Park Softball Complex, but you have to register if you want to play.??

Registration has opened today and will continue until June 4th. Team fee is $3...

Take the Monte Bella Survey for a chance to win prizes!

Take the Monte Bella Vision Playspace Survey and be entered for a chance to win a free BTXPARKS Summer Playpack (playbacks include a variety of outdoor games & accessories that can be enjoyed by the entire family).

Have your say and win some gear to pl...

Open Gym Returns to Gonzalez and Oliveira

If you want to play a quick pick up game with your friends at your neighborhood  gym--you can do so starting today!

For health & safety reasons, current capacity is limited (only 15 people will be allowed inside at a time).

Open Gym is availabl...

Volunteers needed for upcoming KBB Clean Up:

KBB needs volunteers for a clean up coming up on Saturday, May 22 from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. at Monte Bella Trails Park (2525 W. Alton Gloor Blvd).

Snacks and cleaning equipment will be provided at the event for those who RSVP with Keep Brownsville Beautiful (...

Brownsville Beautification Committee has two vacancies

ATTENTION: The Brownsville Beautification Committee has two vacancies. Join the BBC and help beautify city-owned property. Participate in the creation of city ordinances that enhance the beauty of Brownsville. Have your say and make a difference.To apply,...

Monte Bella Survey needs your input

Help create the new play space coming to your Monte Bella Trails Park.  Share your ideas, give your input.  Take the survey at link.

A community-designed plays pace for youth aged 5-12 is coming to  Monte Bella Park thanks to a p...

Lunadas are Back!

Good news Brownsville! Your favorite summer tradition is returning to Linear Park. Mark your calendars: Saturday, May 15, 2021--is the day Lunada Artisan Market returns to your Linear Park.

This will be an in person on location event. Vendors, artisans, fo...

Galactic Trails Premier

Last year our annual May 4th Star Wars celebration also known as Rebel Fest was virtual...this year we decided to try something new...Beginning May 4th--thru June 5th, select City of Brownsville Trails will be Galactic Trails.  The Galac...

Reopening of Parks, Trails, Facilities, Amenities and Programs

It is our joy and great pleasure to be able to safely reopen our programs to the public. It has been too long!

The Parks and Recreation Department is complying with all local, state, and federal safety measures for COVID-19 and has an approved reopening pl...

4 more playgrounds open

Currently only 16 park locations have opened playground amenities, four parks locations per district (Brownsville has 4 districts). PARD will reopen as per its adopted Reopening Plan and only when public health measure criteria are met.

Occupancy and age l...

Sidewalk & Trails Master Plan needs YOUR input

The City of Brownsville is currently in the process of creating a plan for the future sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and trials. Your feedback and input is really important. Please complete a short survey using the link below and share the attached flyers with...

Hybrid Easter

March 23-29 are Egg-Stra Ordinary Days also known as  Hybrid Easter 2021

City of Brownsville has put together some activities that will give the public the option to  celeChoose Image...brate, "on foot, online, or both." &nb...

12 Playgrounds are currently open

The Brownsville COVID-19 Threat Matrix has been set to Level Two.    

Four more playgrounds have been  added to list of currently open playgrounds.  This brings the number of open playgrounds to 12 (3 parks locations per...

4 Additional Playgrounds Open

Update February 3, 2021:

The 18th Amended Declaration was approved this week.   For latest Amendment updates, please click HERE.

Along with the latest amendment information, so continues COBPARD’s phase of reopening a few more pa...

Join the Special Needs Advisory Board

The Special Needs Advisory Board (SNAB) serves as an advisory body to the city commission and city manager and is established by City Ordinance to investigate and report on ways the city can more effectively and efficiently assist persons with special nee...

4 playgrounds pilot to reopen 11/10/2020

4 playgrounds pilot to reopen 11/10/2020 

Brownsville North (Event Center) Park

Central Avenue Park

Edelstein Park

Ruiz Park

Occupancy and age limits are posted at playgrounds, along with bilingual signage in English and Spanish asking families to tak...

PARD Re-Opening Plan C-19

Read a roundup of measures that PARD will take to ensure the continuity of operations as they respond to the Covid-19 public health emergency.

PARD Re-Opening Plan:  In an effort to flatten the curve of COVID-19 and continue to deliver critica...

Virtual Public Meeting - SH 48 from SH 4 to FM 511

As part of the public involvement process for the development of the subject project, The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is proposing to improve SH 48 between SH 4 and FM 511 in Cameron County, Texas. The proposed improvements on SH 48 include...

Parks are open, but amenities will remain closed

ATTENTION:   

Yes, city of Brownsville Parks and trails are OPEN.  However, in an effort to support the safety and well-being of our community, all City of Brownsville playgrounds, fitness installations, pavilions, gyms, public p...

Letter from Director

My dearest little ones, parents, and swimmers,

I want you to know that all of your staff have worked tremendously hard to make our summer programs ready to go and we were prepared to open this summer, provided that it was safe enough to do so. Unfortunatel...

Parks and Facilities Closed Until Further Notice

ATTENTION: 

In an effort to support the safety and well-being of our community, all City of Brownsville parks, pools, playgrounds, fitness installations, pavilions, gyms, rental facilities, public amenities and facilities are closed until further ...

Trails are open

Getting outdoors to walk, jog, hike, ride a bicycle, and or enjoy some time in the outdoors is a healthy way to stay active and reduce stress and anxiety while practicing physical distancing. 

Indoor spaces, fitness equipment, playgrounds, restroo...

Parks are open for passive recreation

All City parks are reopened for engaging in physical activities provided that use of park amenities such as playground sets, fitness equipment, restrooms, and other equipment will continue to be closed for public use in order to minimize the transmission ...

WiFi locations

Free WiFi hotspots available at various parks and recreational areas around city.  

14th Street Plaza  E. 14th & Washington Street

Brownsville Events Center  1 Event Center

Brownsville Sports Park   1000 Sports Park Bl...

Stay Home BTX

A lot has changed in the last month.

In March, preventative measures aimed at “flattening the curve,” or slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus, halted daily life around the world.

It is now almost half way through April, and at lea...

Safety Measure: Lincoln Park will now be closing at 5 PM

ATTENTION:  Effective 12/19/2019, 

as a precautionary measure,  Lincoln Park (2100 University Blvd) will be closing at dusk (5pm) until further notice due to the temporary lack of lighting. Temporary lighting is expected to be in...

Kids to Parks Day

Kids to Parks Day – celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May – is a national day of play that connects kids and families with their local, state, and national park.  Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity to cultivate fut...

Free Fishing Classes at BEC

Free Fishing classes will be offered during the month of May at the Brownsville Events Center.  Online registration available now at cob.recdesk.com

Enjoy a quick fishing lesson that covers knots, hooks, lures bait & tackle, rods & reels, ...

Harmony School and Parks and Recreation to host Special Needs Craft event

Together with the City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department, Harmony School of Innovation Art and Special Education Teachers to host Special Needs Craft event.

Special Needs Children and their Families are invited to a morning of FREE Mother's Da...

Home Is Where Your Roots Are: A Healthy Trees Workshop

Retired...Now What presents Home Is Where Your Roots are.  City Forester, Roy Reyes will be presenting a free workshop at the Downtown Rec Center on April 30, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.The workshop will cover topics such as planting and pr...

Help select the colors for the Brownsville 2020 Census Logo.

Brownsville Census 2020 Logo Color Survey

We need your feedback, help us select the colors for the Brownsville 2020 Census logo.Every vote counts! Results will be presented to the Brownsville City Commission at the next meeting on 4/16/2019.Necesitamos sus...

Park Day 2019

Two events combined make for an excellent effort to help the community.  

Park Day is an annual event that brings history enthusiasts together in an effort to help keep our nation’s heritage not only preserved, but pristine.

Since 1996, the America...

The Great American Clean UP

The Great American Clean Up / TxDOT Trash Off is a city wide community clean up effort that consist of gathering of litter, abating graffiti, recycling, and beautifying Brownsville. Registration starts at 8 am followed by a intense clean up which will con...

Star Wars fans to celebrate May 4th at Linear Park

Rebel Fest: A Star Wars Festival is set for May 4th at Linear Park.  Fans of the galactic series are invited to attend.

This is a special night for rebels, jedis, wookies, siths, droids, first order troopers, clones, ewoks, jawas, etc.  E...

STX Taco Fest at BSP

The STX Taco Festival & Competition offers the greatest collection of Taco Chefs in the region, alongside live music, games, beer & wine tastings, carnival rides and so much more. Presented by the Brownsville Sports Park, STX Taco Fest promises to...

Opening Day Rails to Trails

Opening Day for Trails-Brownsville April 13, 2019

People should meet up at:

San Fernando Building1114 E. Adams StreetBrownsville, TX 78520.Saturday, April 13, 20198 a.m.-11 a.m.Whether you're a regular or a first-timer on the trail, stop by to:?? Go for a b...

Earth Fest at Linear Park 2019

Earth Fest is set for Saturday, April 27 at Linear Park from 9 am to 12 pm at Linear Park ( E. 6th Street & Ringgold St). There will be music, food, games, artisan vendors, and earth friendly activities for all ages.  Admission to ev...

Easter Egg Hunt at BSP

Thursday, April 18, 2019  from 6 PM to 8 PM you are going to want to hop on over to the Brownsville Sports Park for some egg-cellent fun!   Enjoy mobile recreation activities and all candy inside the eggs!  Mak...

New event: Beggin'-n-Eggs Easter Egg Hunt

Join us for this egg-cellent spring event!   It is a FURST of it's kind for City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department.

Owners will have great fun as dogs enjoy sniffing out doggie-treat filled Easter Eggs at Catherine B. Stillman Dog Par...

Brownsville Chess Club at Downtown Rec Center

New Club Alert! 

Join the Brownsville Chess Club at the Downtown Rec Center Monday, March 18, 2019 from 6 pm - 8 pm.  Players of all ages & skill levels are invited to play. There is no fee to join.  Club offers:  Op...

Now is the time to make every healthy action

With just under two weeks left in the 2019 Community Challenge, now is the time to make every healthy action count for your community! 

Invite your friends to register, log your healthy activities, and post more of those selfies.

As we begin the co...

Brownsville Sports Park Little League Registration

Baseball/Softball season is in the air at the Brownsville Sports Park. 

Registration for the Brownsville Sports Park Little League is set for Saturday, February 23 from 9 am to 12 noon at the Dome. 

Age Division:  4-12

The fee is ...

$5,000 Beautification Grant Opportunity!

$5,000 Beautification Grant Opportunity!

Brownsville Beautiful Committee (BBC) is currently accepting Letters of Intent for its Beautification Grant, which provides organizations up to a $5,000 match for beautification projects.

To apply, complete ...

City, Home Depot to Host Christmas Tree Recycling Drop Off

The City of Brownsville Parks & Recreation Department in partnership with Home Depot invite the community to drop off their Christmas Trees at the Christmas Tree Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  on Saturday, December 29, 2018, and Satur...

Ice Skating Rink at the Brownsville Sports Park

Friday and Sunday, December 28th and December 30th from 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. 

Saturday, December 29th, from 12 noon to 8 P.M. 

at the Brownsville Sports Park (1000 Sports Park BLVD)Cost: $10 Per Hour - All AgesICE SKATES INCLUDED!Pre-sale tic...

Little Dribblers Registration

Registration for Little Dribblers Basketball League opens January 21 and will run until February 22, 2019.

Registration is open to boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 4.  Child must be age BEFORE January 1, 2019.

Register ONLINE

Re...

Holiday Season Open Gym at BSP

Special Holiday hours announced for Open Gym at Brownsville Sports Park. 

The Brownsville Sports Park Dome will open its doors Dec. 26 -28  and Jan 2-4 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The fee:  $2 per person (pay at the door). 

All ...

City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department Holiday Food Drive

Help us help others.  Holiday Food Drive is going on right now until December 21, 2018.  

Collection bins have been placed at various City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department Parks and facilities.

ITEMS TO DONATE:  

• Cann...

Pancakes with Santa at Downtown Rec Center

Attention kids, grandparents, fans of pancakes and Santa.  Friday, December 21 is the day you will want to RSVP....

Join us at the Downtown Rec Center from 10 am to 1 pm and enjoy a holiday style breakfast.

Downtown Rec Center (1338 E. 8th Street) ...

It's Time Texas Community Challenge

The only state challenge of its kind, the IT'S TIME TEXAS#CommunityChallenge is designed to provide an easy and fun way for entire communities to mobilize to celebrate a healthy life. 

The IT'S TIME TEXAS Community Challenge, presented by H-E-B, i...

Vote on the future name of the LRGV Active Plan

Please complete the following survey to share your opinion on the future name of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Active Transportation & Tourism Plan! 

Your input is valuable and will help inform the future of this trail network brand!

Click HERE

Birding Hikes

Birding Hikes are now available for free!

Come on out and enjoy a lovely hike on USFW property that is normally closed to the public.  Join us for Birding Hikes.  Bird watching is an awesome hobby that is beneficial to your health and wel...

Holiday Village at Dean Porter Park will open November 19, 2018

Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department, Public Works, Brownsville PD, Brownsville SPI International Airport, and volunteers  transported the cottages a few days ago.

Opening day for the Holiday Village at Dean Porter Park  is set for...

History Harvest at Washington Park

Help us create a digital historical park archive.  Attend this event, and share your park story, your legacy (you will be recorded). 

There will be fireside chats, music and refreshments!  Do not miss it!Who: Open to the public. ...

NFL Flag Football Tournament at Brownsville Sports Park

NFL Flag Football Tournament at Brownsville Sports Park is happening: November 3, 2018 from 9 am to 7 pm.

Age divisions: 6U, 8U, 10U and 12U.

Spectators--Price of admission:

Adult $5 

Child $2

If your team wants to participate, please visit cob.recdes...

FREE Native Plant Garden classes

U.S. Fish and Wildlife services and Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department are offering FREE classes that will help increase habitat for pollinators and monarch butterflies in the form of Native Plant Gardens along the historic Battlefield Trail.

Clas...

Public Restroom at the Catherine B. Stillman Dog Park

A newly constructed public restroom facility is now available at the Catherine B. Stillman dog park.  The Catherine B. Stillman dog park  is located next to the Brownsville Animal Shelter. The dog park is open to the general public from ...

Weekend Events Update:

Due to inclement weather, outdoor events scheduled for weekend of October 19-20 have been changed or canceled.

Events at Dean Porter Park have not been canceled.

Scarecrow Trail and Pumpkin patch will remain as planned. 

There is a change in plans r...

Cosplay event at Ringgold Civic Pavilion Canceled

The Ringgold Cosplay Contest at Ringgold Civic Pavilion that was scheduled for Friday, October 19th, 2018 has been cancelled.

The rest of the events and activities scheduled for that day will still go on. The public is encouraged to wear their costumes and...

Fitness Court and App

The Fitness court at Monte Bella officially opens Friday, October 12, 2018. Are you ready to take the challenge?   Do you have the app? 

Fitness Courts are world class outdoor gyms that allow everyone to get a free full-body workout. &...

Bi-National Beach Clean Up at Boca Chica Beach

Do you love the beach? Do you care about marine life? Do you want to do something great for the future of our planet? This may be your event!The bi-national beach cleanup effort is aimed at removing all litter and debris along coastal beaches. Cities alon...

Free Nature Hike Classes

Brownsville, Texas is home to some amazing wildlife and nature.  The public can now enjoy paths that they may have not thought to explore thanks to an effort by City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department and U.S. Fish and Wildlife. &...

Monte Bella Park Fitness Court Launch Party

Brownsville is the new home of the world's best outdoor body weight gym – The Fitness Court®. Join us for the the ribbon cutting and launch party that will take place at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 12, 2018. Monte Bella Park is located a...