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About Carrollton

In the northwestern corner of Dallas County you’ll find Carrollton, at Texas city with rich history and a unique Texan flavor. Like most of the area, Carrollton’s population really began to grow when the railroad arrived to this region, opening it up for new amenities and easy access to the surrounding state.

Families that have settled in Carrollton love it for a number of reasons. With the feeling of a small town, Carrollton is safe, and provides its citizens with a high quality of life. Nearly 10,000 businesses are rooted in the area, providing residents with economic opportunity and constant growth. The extensive parks system allows for many local parks and recreational facilities for families to enjoy. With many shops and businesses located within the city of Carrollton, it is also very convenient to have both Dallas and Fort Worth just a short car ride away. Access to all of those bigger city amenities is quite valuable.

The Parks and Recreation Department of Carrollton likes to make sure that the residents of the city always have fun events on the calendar to look forward to. A few of the popular city events include a 5k trail race, a “Picnic in the Park” event, the Santa Dash and other Christmas-related events, as well as many other smaller festivals and celebrations year round. With so much to do for the whole family, Carrollton prides itself on being a family-friendly city with a focus on keeping its citizens happy.

Beyond hosting events, the Parks and Recreation Department also offers a wide variety of classes to the residents of Carrollton. Class offerings include swim lessons, music classes, fitness classes, tennis instruction, and much more. There are also educational resources, like CPR classes and First Aid workshops. You can also rent out various facilities throughout the city to host your own event or meeting.

When it comes to the parks themselves, there are so many to choose from. These beautifully kept green spaces add to the quality of life of Carrollton residents. Descriptions and locations for each park are all housed on the city’s website, which is a great resource for planning which park you’d like to explore. Gazebos, amphitheatres, and recreation centers are also available throughout Carrollton, which are perfect locations for family reunions, birthday parties, and other holiday celebrations. Another great resource afforded to the residents and tourists of Carrollton is a new app you can download straight to your phone called “Carrollton Trail Guide”. This is a wonderful way to find your way around the city based on their well-mapped trail system. Walk, hike, and explore, and don’t get lost!