Benton, Arkansas Parks and Recreation

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

Join us for Benton Juneteenth on Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Ralph Bunche Community Center! First 1...
05/01/2026

Join us for Benton Juneteenth on Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Ralph Bunche Community Center! First 150 guests will receive a FREE t-Shirt (first come, first serve on sizing).

This free community event will feature Black-owned businesses, vendors, music, games, a reading of the proclamation, and a Quilted History Museum with Carolyn Williams.

Thank you so much to our sponsor Everett Buick GMC!

We hope to see you there as we come together to celebrate, learn, and enjoy the day with our community!

For more information, contact Specialevents@bentonar.org or 501-776-5970

Ralph Bunche Neighborhood Association
Central Arkansas Development Council
UnitedHealthcare
Alpha Alpha Rho Omega-Saline County AKAs
Tea Rose Community Collaborative of Saline County

And thank you Central Arkansas Entertainment for the live DJ!

05/01/2026

Looking for a safe, fun, and confidence‑boosting activity for your kid this summer?

Whether they’re brand‑new to the water or a future Olympian, the Benton Sharks Swim Team offers expert instruction for all abilities in a supportive, family‑friendly environment.

• Certified, kid‑focused coaches
• Great for building confidence and water safety skills
• Encouraging team atmosphere and lots of fun
• Perfect for busy summer schedules

Register Today: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bentonrec/activity/search/detail/28420?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

🎯Benton Parks & Recreation Youth Archery Opportunities. Registration is OPEN for May & June! Spots are limited.Checkout ...
04/30/2026

🎯Benton Parks & Recreation Youth Archery Opportunities. Registration is OPEN for May & June! Spots are limited.

Checkout the flyers below for more information!

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

🚨 NEW DATE — The race is back on! 🛶🔥The Saline River Race has been rescheduled due to weather, and we’re ready to hit th...
04/29/2026

🚨 NEW DATE — The race is back on! 🛶🔥

The Saline River Race has been rescheduled due to weather, and we’re ready to hit the water THIS Saturday! Don’t miss your chance to paddle, race, and celebrate at the finish line 💪🌊

Shirts, medals, and plenty of bragging rights are waiting for you—so there’s still time to jump in!

📅 NEW DATE: Saturday, May 2
📍 Lyle Park
⏰ Don’t wait—registration is still open!

Huge thank you to our sponsors, Monarch Dental & Everett Buick GMC for supporting this event 🙌 And our awesome partner helping make it all possible Saline River Canoe

For questions or to register, contact Special Events at SpecialEvents@bentonar.org

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✨ The countdown is on… don’t miss the magic! ✨There’s still time to give your little one a storybook morning they’ll nev...
04/29/2026

✨ The countdown is on… don’t miss the magic! ✨

There’s still time to give your little one a storybook morning they’ll never forget 💕👑 Join us at Princess in the Park for a royally fun day filled with music, dancing, sweet treats, and unforgettable moments with their favorite princesses ✨

From twirling with Cinderella to adventuring with Moana, it’s a dream come true for every little royal 🫶💖 And of course, every registered child will receive a sparkling tiara to top it all off 👑

📅 May 9th | 10AM–12PM
📍 1800 Citizens Dr, Benton, AR
💲 $30 per child | $15 each additional child

⏰ Registration closes May 8th — spots are almost gone!

A big thank you to HTeaO Benton for keeping our princesses refreshed with tea & lemonade 💛

Secure your spot before the magic disappears ✨
🎟 Sign up here:

[http://apm.activecommunities.com/bentonrec/Activity_Search/28824](http://apm.activecommunities.com/bentonrec/Activity_Search/28824)

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04/28/2026

‼️⚠️Thursday, April 30th - The Riverside Softball Playground will be closed all day to work on repairs! Please stay off the playground area until further notice.

‼️⚠️ Thursday, May 7th - The Tyndall Park Inclusive Playground will be closed all day to work on repairs! Please stay off the playground area until further notice.

These are only closed on the dates listed. They are currently still open - we will keep everyone posted when they re-open on the day the repairs happen.

Call now to connect with business.

🎉Is there a better way to start your Saturday? We enjoyed hosting the Arkansas Senior Olympics tournament at the River C...
04/28/2026

🎉Is there a better way to start your Saturday? We enjoyed hosting the Arkansas Senior Olympics tournament at the River Center this past weekend. Shout out to all of the volunteers and staff who make it happen! Congrats to all participants! 🏀

🧭🐟🌲🎣Registration is currently open for some of our outdoor classes offered through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission...
04/28/2026

🧭🐟🌲🎣
Registration is currently open for some of our outdoor classes offered through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission!
🧭 Compass Orienting
🚣 Boater's Education
🎣 Alternative Fishing

Space is limited. These classes are all taught by the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission!

🏃‍♀️Looking to develop your future Track & Field star? Then look no further than Little Olympians! In this 4 week progra...
04/22/2026

🏃‍♀️Looking to develop your future Track & Field star? Then look no further than Little Olympians! In this 4 week program, children will be walked through basic skills of Track & Field such as running & track etiquette, throwing, jumping, and hurdles.

Registration is currently open for June & July! Space is limited.

Register now: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bentonrec/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=olympians&viewMode=list

See flyers below for more details.

Mark your calendars for a day of FREE family fun at Kids 2 Parks! 🌳🎉Join us Saturday, May 16 from 10AM–1PM at Tyndall Pa...
04/22/2026

Mark your calendars for a day of FREE family fun at Kids 2 Parks! 🌳🎉

Join us Saturday, May 16 from 10AM–1PM at Tyndall Park (913 E Sevier St) for an exciting lineup of activities the whole family will love:
• Disc golf
• Climbing wall
• Bounce houses
• Petting zoo
• Unique vehicles
• Food trucks & more!

🎟️ The first 150 kids will receive a FREE disc golf pass + food ticket—so come early!

Bring your friends, bring the kids, and enjoy a fun-filled day with Benton Parks & Recreation. See you there!

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Address

1800 Citizens Drive
Benton, AR
72015

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15017765970

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