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activities and programs include health, wellness, enrichment, technology, education, special
events and travel opportunities. The Recreation Department strives to provide diverse
programming, so that everyone may find something they are compelled to participate in.

7. Provide special events that promote a
sense of community in a safe and fun
environment
5.2- Support a variety of community
events, concerts and celebrations

5.4- Actively seek public / private
partnerships

Recreation provides special events throughout the year to all ages and interests of the
community. Winter Ball is an event for the entire family, and is an opportunity for Mothers
and Sons and/or Dads and Daughters to spend a special night together dancing, playing
games, and bonding. The Bunny Brunch has transformed the traditional egg hunt to an
event that includes brunch, a petting zoo, egg hunt, pictures with the bunny, and spring
prizes. The Texas Junior Anglers event is an
opportunity for youth to experience the sport
of fishing and enjoy the outdoors. The Senior
Health Fair is an event for citizens to receive a
variety of information from health, education,
senior services, and of course to get the
annual flu shot. The Recreation Department
actively seeks sponsorships and donations
from area businesses, civic groups, and
individuals. The sponsors and donations
enhance the quality and variety of events that
are offered to the City of Colleyville residents.

Additionally, Parks and Recreation works with
other city departments to plan and produce
three larger city events throughout the year.
The first event, Stars & Guitars is an outdoor
concert that is held annually in June. The event is held at the Colleyville Center and includes
reserved table and open lawn seating. Attendees can enjoy a concert under the stars,
while dining on a variety of foods offered at a food truck park.
The second event, Haunted Trail Fest is an outdoor event that is held annually the third
Saturday in October. The happening is held at the Colleyville Nature Center and includes
Halloween games and treats, a costume contest, a pumpkin patch and a haunted trail.
Princesses, pirates, goblins and ghouls can enjoy a night of Halloween amusement under
eerie skies and venture down a haunted trail.

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