City of Texarkana Tx & Ar Opening More Park Areas Friday

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Here's some good news just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. Both the Texarkana, Texas and Texarkana, Arkansas Parks and Recreation Departments have announced that more city park areas are opening up.

Robby Roberson, Director of Texarkana Parks and Recreation announced that starting Friday, May 22, the following areas will be open to the public.

The Skate Park and Kidtopia Playground located at 201 Oak Street in Texarkana, Texas.

City parks

Tennis Courts

Playgrounds

Basketball Courts

Please remember to practice social distancing when possible and please note that the restrooms will not be open.

So far there the Rotary Splash Pad is still closed. Until the state of Texas deems it safe to open for the kids.

Here's look at all the opening dates:

Friday, May 22nd: Open

Playgrounds

Basketball Courts

Tennis Courts

Skate Park

Tuesday, May 26th: Open

Southwest Center, Hours of Operation: M-F (8AM-7PM)

Meetings rooms, All classes (Zumba, Yoga), Gym (Basketball) will be limited to 10 people per session

Please call ahead to register for classes and court times to ensure availability. 903-798-3978

Face coverings are recommended for all visitors entering this facility.

Monday, June 1st: Open

Texas-side youth sports may begin holding practices at city ballfields with limited space available without spectators other than one parent or guardian per participant. We will begin taking reservations for the available fields on Tuesday, May 26th. Please call 903-824-6991 for more information.

Arkansas-side no-contact youth sports may resume practice and competition, with social distancing practiced and the sharing of equipment requiring disinfecting.

Monday, June 15th : Open

Texas-side youth sports may begin holding games or similar competitions, with or without spectators. Spectators should maintain at least 6 feet social distancing from individuals not within the spectator’s group.