Mission Statement:
To enhance the quality of life in Van Alstyne by providing high-quality and active lifestyles through our parks, programs, and events. parks-facilities
Parks and Facilities | Events | Recreation | Staff
Reservations
The City of Van Alstyne has five beautiful parks available with a variety of amenities for your enjoyment.
Are you interested in renting a space for your next event or looking for a place to practice? Check out the information below on each facility and use this link to reserve online: https://vanalstyne.recdesk.com/Community/Home
Is your rental for a special event? Please reach out to Parks and Recreation to see if your event requires a special event application.
Central Social District
Van Alstyne's newest park opened in May 2022 as a place for gathering, celebrating, relaxing, and simply enjoying the best of Van Alstyne. It is located downtown at 215 E. Van Alstyne Parkway, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495.
Park is open: 6 AM - 10 PM. Splash pad is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM.
The concert area is shown during the venue's ribbon cutting. Check out all the events that are scheduled here.
Forrest Moore Park
1890 S. Waco St, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Park is open: 6 AM - 10 PM
- Paved walking trails with a historic bridge
- Pavilions
- Baseball/Softball fields
McKinney Wilson Park
146 Ballpark Way, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Park is open: 6 AM - 10 PM
- Two softball fields and concession stand
- Playground area for children of all ages
- Gazebo
Dorothy Fielder Park
NW Corner of E. Jefferson and N. Main
Park is open: 6 AM - 10 PM
- Gazebo available to rent
- Picnic Tables
- Fountain and Historic Marker
North Park
145 Grays Trail, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
Park is open: 6 AM - 10 PM
- Pavilion
- Public Restrooms
- Playground area for children of all ages
Community Center
262 N. Preston Drive, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495
This indoor facility is available for rent.
Recreation
Van Alstyne Parks and Recreation partners with the Van Alstyne Sports Authority (VASA) to offer youth athletic opportunities. Please visit the VASA website for more information on league details: https://vanalstynesportsauthority.sportngin.com/ (this link opens an external website in a new tab).
Staff
Contact the Parks and Recreation Staff:
Request a reservation for park facilities.
Tyler Bark, Director of Parks and Recreation
Phone: 903-482-5426 ext. 2173
Email: tbark@cityofvanalstyne.us
Jeff Slate, Parks Superintendent
Phone: 903-815-4814
Email: jslate@cityofvanalstyne.us
Kandi Hessel, Events Coordinator
Phone: 430-262-9439
Email: khessel@cityofvanalstyne.us