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Parks & Recreation
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717 W. Main St.
Arlington, Texas 76013

Phone 817-459-5474
Fax 817-459-5495

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GUIDE TO PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES :: RECREATION CENTERS

Meadowbrook Recreation Center
1400 E. Dugan
817-459-5463

Hours of operation are:
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday
closed Sunday

This 52-acre park was purchased on September 28, 1923, at a cost of $5,200. Meadowbrook Park touted the first golf course in Arlington. At one time the ninth tee used to cross through the only softball diamond located in the city. At the advice of the Park Board, golfers would yield to the softball players during the evening hours of the summer. The 13,000 square foot Recreation Center was built on the northern edge of the park in 1964.

Meadowbrook Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility designed to meet the recreational needs of Arlington residents and visitors. Geared toward athletics, this facility offers a variety of structured athletic activities. The center is open for reservations during and after business hours. Center rooms include a gymnasium and classroom that may be rented for private parties, sporting events, meetings or banquets. Meadowbrook Recreation Center is a 13,000 square foot facility located at 1300 East Dugan in Meadowbrook Park which features picnic tables, playground, pavilion and a nine hole golf course. The center is open Monday through Saturday and features a fully equipped weight room available for a small monthly fee. Facility cards are required. Contact the center staff for more information on the facilities and current programs. For center hours of operation and more information, call 817-274-2591.

Center Features:

  • Full-sized gymnasium
  • Fitness room
  • Shower and locker room facilities
  • Classroom with kitchen area for parties

Fitness Room:

The fitness room features free weights, stair machines, stationary bikes, treadmills and a universal gym that provides upper and lower-body workouts. Locker and shower facilities are also available. Meadowbrook accepts both monthly and annual fees.

Center Programs:

Meadowbrook Recreation Center offers a wide variety of athletic programs and activities for all ages.

Reservations:

Are you having a family reunion in Arlington? Does your church outing need a gymnasium, or would you like to treat your teenager and his/her friends to a party? How about an employee training session, organizational meeting, baby shower or birthday party?

Meadowbrook Recreation Center is available for all types of reservations. The gymnasium and classroom may be rented seven days a week during business hours when center activities are not scheduled, and after business hours, including overnight reservations Monday through Sunday.

  • Gymnasiums (half or full court): Court has synthetic rubberized flooring, two basketball goals, volleyball standards and a bleacher seating area.
  • Classroom: Perfect for small meetings or parties. Seating capacity up to 35.
  • Kitchen: Convenient to the classroom, the kitchen is equipped with a microwave, stove top, refrigerator and ice machine.
  • Overnight rentals: Available Monday through Sunday evenings. Hours vary. Maximum 150 people.

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