Benton, Arkansas Parks and Recreation

Benton, Arkansas Parks and Recreation Award winning facilities, programs, and staff. For more information email parks@bentonar.org

Facebook Policy for the Parks and Recreation Department

This is the official page of the City of Benton, Parks and Recreation Department. This page is intended to serve as a gateway for communication in bridging the gap between the community and the Parks and Recreation Department. The Parks Department page was created to facilitate the exchange of information with the public at large. To promote such exchange, the city encourages and welcomes comments from the general public about issues related to our park system and programs. With that said, however, the department reserves the right to regulate the content of, and where necessary delete completely, any objectionable entry that appears on its page. The department is responsible for monitoring all postings to its page and may take appropriate action whenever necessary, and at its sole discretion, to protect other page visitors from inappropriate or otherwise harmful information and links. While this is a limited public forum, it is also family friendly, so please keep your comments and wall posts clean. To that end, the city will remove as soon as feasible any posting that involves:
• Advertisements of any kind.
• Profane language or content.
• Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.
• Explicit or implied sexual content.
• Conduct implying, promoting, or encouraging illegal activity.
• Information that might compromise the safety or security of the public
• Any other posting that, by its nature or content, might harm public welfare.
• Comments or postings that do not pertain to the original post.
• Repeated comments which are in the form of spam.
• Comments or postings which are in violation of the existing policies of the City of Benton.
• Comments or postings which do not show proper consideration for the privacy of others. You participate at your own risk in this limited public forum, taking personal responsibility for your comments, your username and any information provided. Violations of the guidelines for posting comments may subject users from being unable to participate in the discussions on this page. Also, the appearance of any external links on this site does not constitute official endorsement on behalf of the City of Benton. If you have a comment or would like to report an inappropriate comment to us for review, please send a private message to our page, or you may reach a media specialist at (501)-776-5900 during normal business hours.

♿️Interested in getting involved in Wheelchair Basketball? Contact Daniel Torchinsky at daniel.torchinsky@bentonar.org.🏀...
12/18/2025

♿️Interested in getting involved in Wheelchair Basketball? Contact Daniel Torchinsky at daniel.torchinsky@bentonar.org.

🏀Thank you Summerwood Sports AR for your continued sponsorship!

🎄⛸️ In case you missed it — movie night at the rink THIS Saturday! ⛸️🎄We’re showing The Santa Clause on the big screen d...
12/17/2025

🎄⛸️ In case you missed it — movie night at the rink THIS Saturday! ⛸️🎄
We’re showing The Santa Clause on the big screen during Small Town Christmas

📅 Dec 20 | ⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Benton Farmers Market

Bundle up and join us 🎅❄️

Discover Benton
Benton, Arkansas - Benton Proud

A big thank-you to Brent Wheeler for one year of service with Benton Parks & Recreation! Since joining the team, Brent h...
12/17/2025

A big thank-you to Brent Wheeler for one year of service with Benton Parks & Recreation! Since joining the team, Brent has brought dedication, hard work, and a positive attitude that supports both our department and the community we serve. We appreciate all you do and are grateful to have you on our team. Congratulations on one year! 🎉

🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Moms, it’s time to save the night! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️Grab your favorite superhero and join us for the 10th Annual Mother ...
12/16/2025

🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Moms, it’s time to save the night! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
Grab your favorite superhero and join us for the 10th Annual Mother + Son Superhero Dance, sponsored by DJ Motley State Farm Agency! 💥

📅 January 16
⏰ 6–8 PM

✨ Enjoy music, games, food, prizes, and a night full of heroic memories you won’t forget!

🛑 Registration closes January 9, so don’t wait—secure your spot and receive a superhero gift bag at the dance!

📧 Questions?
Email: SpecialEvents@bentonar.org
Discover Benton

‼️Only a few spots left. Don’t forget to register‼️💫Rising Stars is a sports sampler for ages 3-5yrs old. See flyer belo...
12/15/2025

‼️Only a few spots left. Don’t forget to register‼️

💫Rising Stars is a sports sampler for ages 3-5yrs old. See flyer below for more details.

12/15/2025
🏐🥇Proud to host the Elite Volleyball Academy - AR Volleyball Tournament at the River Center today! Great job to all team...
12/14/2025

🏐🥇Proud to host the Elite Volleyball Academy - AR Volleyball Tournament at the River Center today!

Great job to all teams that participated!

✨ Our Father–Daughter Dance is almost here! ✨Join us Friday, February 6th from 6–8 PM for a night full of memories—sweet...
12/12/2025

✨ Our Father–Daughter Dance is almost here! ✨
Join us Friday, February 6th from 6–8 PM for a night full of memories—sweet treats, crafts, dancing, prizes, and a Photo Booth to capture it all. 💕 All presented by DJ Motley State Farm Agency!!

Registration is now open, and spots always fill up fast, so don’t wait!
It’s an evening made for moments you’ll both cherish forever. 💖

A huge thank-you to Tim Fraley for 5 years of service with Benton Parks & Recreation! Your dedication, work ethic, and s...
12/12/2025

A huge thank-you to Tim Fraley for 5 years of service with Benton Parks & Recreation! Your dedication, work ethic, and steady positivity have made an incredible impact on our team and the community we serve. We truly appreciate everything you bring to the department. Congratulations on five outstanding years! 🎉

We were so happy to host Special Olympics Arkansas at the River Center yesterday for an amazing pickleball tournament! 🏓...
12/11/2025

We were so happy to host Special Olympics Arkansas at the River Center yesterday for an amazing pickleball tournament! 🏓✨

These unified teams brought incredible energy, teamwork, and smiles all day long. It was truly inspiring to see athletes and partners competing, supporting each other, and having an absolute blast.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made the event unforgettable — we can’t wait to host it again! 💙🎉

Special Olympics Arkansas Area 10
Benton Public Schools

🥒 New at The River Center! 🏓We’re excited to launch a Beginner Pickleball Clinic — perfect for anyone wanting to learn t...
12/10/2025

🥒 New at The River Center! 🏓

We’re excited to launch a Beginner Pickleball Clinic — perfect for anyone wanting to learn the basics, build skills, and have fun on the court! Space is limited.

See flyer below for more details.

❄🛼 Tomorrow is the day! Join us for Inclusive Skate Night on Dec. 11th from 6:00–7:45 PM at the Benton Farmers Market Sk...
12/10/2025

❄🛼 Tomorrow is the day! Join us for Inclusive Skate Night on Dec. 11th from 6:00–7:45 PM at the Benton Farmers Market Skate Rink! This FREE event welcomes children and adults with disabilities, along with their families and friends. Skates and skating aids provided. Let’s celebrate community, fun, and togetherness on the ice! 💙

Special Olympics Arkansas Area 10
Special Olympics Arkansas
Autism Alliance of Saline County
Benton Public Schools

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1800 Citizens Drive
Benton, AR
72015

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Monday 5am - 9pm
Tuesday 5am - 9pm
Wednesday 5am - 9pm
Thursday 5am - 9pm
Friday 5am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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+15017765970

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Facebook Policy for the Parks and Recreation Department This is the official page of the City of Benton, Parks and Recreation Department. This page is intended to serve as a gateway for communication in bridging the gap between the community and the Parks and Recreation Department.

The Parks Department page was created to facilitate the exchange of information with the public at large. To promote such exchange, the city encourages and welcomes comments from the general public about issues related to our park system and programs. With that said, however, the department reserves the right to regulate the content of, and where necessary delete completely, any objectionable entry that appears on its page. The department is responsible for monitoring all postings to its page and may take appropriate action whenever necessary, and at its sole discretion, to protect other page visitors from inappropriate or otherwise harmful information and links. While this is a limited public forum, it is also family friendly, so please keep your comments and wall posts clean.

To that end, the city will remove as soon as feasible any posting that involves: • Advertisements of any kind. • Profane language or content. • Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation. • Explicit or implied sexual content. • Conduct implying, promoting, or encouraging illegal activity. • Information that might compromise the safety or security of the public • Any other posting that, by its nature or content, might harm public welfare. • Comments or postings that do not pertain to the original post. • Repeated comments which are in the form of spam. • Comments or postings which are in violation of the existing policies of the City of Benton. • Comments or postings which do not show proper consideration for the privacy of others. You participate at your own risk in this limited public forum, taking personal responsibility for your comments, your username and any information provided. Violations of the guidelines for posting comments may subject users from being unable to participate in the discussions on this page.

Also, the appearance of any external links on this site does not constitute official endorsement on behalf of the City of Benton.