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1. What are the hours at the Rec Center?

Elgin Recreation Center Hours are:

Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 8:00PM 

Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM 

Sunday 12:00PM - 8:00PM

Hours may vary on holidays.

Fore more information, please visit our Elgin Recreation Center page. 

2. How much does it cost to go to the Elgin Recreation Center?

To come to the Elgin Recreation Center, you have two options: 

Daily Entry Fee:

• Children 0 - 5 years old: Free  
• Anyone 6 years and up: $5.00

Become an Elgin Recreation Center Member to use the Rec as often as you want for FREE.

To learn about membership fees or more about the Elgin Recreation Center, visit our Membership Homepage.

3. How do I know what events are coming up?

There are a few ways you can find out more about our upcoming events:

Parks & Recreation Program Guide - Program Guides are released twice a year and cover all programs and events the Parks Dept will be hosting for that season. These can be picked up at the Elgin Recreation Center, Elgin Chamber of Commerce, or at select businesses around town. 

Parks & Recreation Event Registration Page - This is where you'll need to register for events: https://secure.rec1.com/TX/elgin-tx/catalog. Registering in advance is necessary for any events that have a registration fee as we cannot take payments at the events. For all other events, registering ensures you're able to participate in the event faster (without waiting in line to register in person) and that we have enough supplies for everyone.

City Calendar - This calendar can be found on the main elgintx.com page and lists all upcoming city events .

Facebook - We have a list of all of our upcoming events, as well as updated information from the Parks & Recreation Department. 

4. How do I register for an event?

To register for an upcoming Parks & Recreation event or program, visit our Registration Page. 

On this page, you'll have the option to pick between "Adults" and "Family/Kids" for the type of upcoming event. Once you've selected which list of events you'd like to see, click "Register" for the event you're interested in. This will then walk you through completing your registration and paying the registration fee if applicable. 

You can see more about events and programs hosted by the Elgin Parks & Recreation Department on our Events & Programs page. 

5. Can I schedule a tour of a Parks & Rec facility?

Yes, you can schedule a tour of the Elgin Rec Center by speaking with a member of the front desk upon arrival, or of the Fleming Community Center by calling 512-285-6434 and scheduling a time.

6. How do I rent a facility?

Visit: https://secure.rec1.com/TX/elgin-tx/catalog to check the availability of your desired facility and book your rental. You may also check availability by calling Rec Staff at 512-285-6434. You can book a facility or park rental online at: https://secure.rec1.com/TX/elgin-tx/catalog or go to the Elgin Recreation Center, 361 N. HWY 95. Payments cannot be made over the phone. 

7. How long will it take to get my deposit back?

Deposits from facility rentals will be returned in 2 - 4 weeks depending on facility condition. Deposits left with a check or cash will be returned via check mailed to the address on file. Credit Card payments will be refunded to the card used to make the payment. 

8. How do I apply for a job with the Elgin Parks & Recreation Department?

To apply for a job with the Elgin Parks & Recreation Department, you will need to apply with the City of Elgin on their Job Openings page.