Ben Garza Recreation Center & Gym

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department staff wants you to enjoy all the opportunities and resources available to you. We provide endless ways for you to engage in an active and healthy lifestyle.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Master Plan will provide guidance on how the City's parks, public grounds, open spaces, and recreational assets should grow and improve over the next 10 years. The public will play a significant role in shaping the Master Plan through engagement throughout the planning process, where they will be able to provide input on the vision, goals, proposed strategies, and recommendations in the final document.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is always working to maintain and improve its parks and recreation facilities. You can learn about their current projects and news on the Our News Page.

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. The program is funded by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is committed to providing a variety of arts and cultural activities to improve the lives of its residents and visitors.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department invites everyone to enjoy our annual Summer Bay Jammin’ Concert & Cinema Series at Cole Park Amphitheater. The concerts and movies are set under the stars against our beautiful Corpus Christi bayfront.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to helping people lead healthier lives by providing opportunities for physical activity and nutrition education through its various sports, exercise, and recreation programs and services.

Heritage Park is a historic park located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The park is home to many art and cultural activities, as well as a variety of community events throughout the year.

The Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center is working to help people understand the importance of preserving coastal ecosystems for future generations through access and education.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for overseeing 2,100 acres of developed and undeveloped open spaces, including parks, City beaches, natural habitats, and facilities such as recreation centers, pools, gyms, ball fields, senior centers, tennis and golf courses. The department's goal is to enrich the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

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. The department also offers a variety of special events throughout the year for the community to enjoy.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is always looking for volunteers to help with a variety of tasks and events. There are many ways to get involved, and the department is always appreciative of the help.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department runs four recreation centers scattered around the city. These centers offer programs for youth aged 6-16.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department can help you plan your special event, parade, or march. Our Special Events Team will work with you to make sure your event goes smoothly.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department has a lot to offer when it comes to sports programs, classes, camps, leagues, and tournaments for youth and adults.

The staff of the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department's Aquatics Program want residents to develop a lifelong love of swimming while also enjoying the water.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department has two full-service municipal tennis centers that offer quality courts for play, private and semi-private lessons, leagues, tournaments, and a full line of tennis apparel, accessories, and professional stringing.

, and Arts (SEA) District. The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is inviting everyone to check out The Water’s Edge, the city's newest park located along the Corpus Christi Bay in the Sports, Entertainment, and Arts District.

The City of Corpus Christi is increasing its tax rate for maintenance and operations by 4.69 percent. This will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home by approximately $16.87.