A Great Place to Grow Up and Visit
Built Around Family
Kingsville is a community built around family, and it shows. From a sprawling city park to a free neighborhood pool, summer camps to holiday parades, there's no shortage of ways to spend a day here with kids of any age. Whether you're a local looking for something to do this weekend or a visitor planning a trip, here's what Kingsville has to offer families.
Brookshire Pool
Kingsville's neighborhood pool is one of the best deals in South Texas.
Brookshire Pool is a City of Kingsville facility offering open swim, lap swim, water fitness classes, and swim lessons for all ages — all for just $3 per visit. The pool opens in late May and runs through Labor Day weekend, making it the summer destination for families across the community.
Admission
- Open Swim / Senior & Adult Swim / Water Fitness: $3.00 per visit
- Family Rate (5+ people) or Groups of 25+: $3.00 per person
Season Passes (May 23 – Labor Day Weekend)
- Individual: $75 | Family: $150
- All-Inclusive Individual (open, lap & fitness): $100 | Family: $185
- Punch Cards: 7 entries for $18 | 13 entries for $35
Passes are purchased at the Park Office at Dick Kleberg Park. Punch cards are available at the pool. All swimmers must have a signed release form on file.
Swim Lessons & Swim Team. The pool offers structured swim lessons for children throughout the summer. Registration is available online at gomotionapp.com/team/coktswim. A competitive swim team is also available for young swimmers looking to take the next step.
📍 1519 E. Kenedy Ave., Kingsville, TX 78363 · 📞 (361) 592-7061 · More Info
Dick Kleberg Park
186 acres of room to roam right in the heart of Kingsville.
Dick Kleberg Park is the city's flagship outdoor recreation space and home to something for every member of the family. Whether you're looking to play, explore, or simply get outside, DKP delivers.
What's Here
- Playgrounds with swings and climbing equipment
- Basketball courts
- Softball diamonds
- Soccer fields
- Pickleball and volleyball courts
- Walking trails
- Disc golf course
- Butterfly and hummingbird gardens with educational signage
- Wildlife overlook along Escondido Creek
- Birdwatching opportunities
- Covered pavilion and BBQ facilities available for rental
- On-site park office
All facilities are handicap accessible. The park is open daily from 7:00 a.m. through evening hours.
📍 501 E Escondido Rd, Kingsville, TX 78363 (also home to the J.K. Northway Exposition Center) · 📞 Park Office (361) 221-8705
City Parks & Recreation Programs
Beyond the park and pool, the City of Kingsville Parks & Recreation Department runs a robust calendar of youth and family programming throughout the year.
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Kids Summer Camp
A structured summer day camp program for school-age children. Registration opens each spring. Download the Summer Parks and Recreation Brochure at cityofkingsville.com/departments/parks.
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Rainbow Kids Summer Camp
A specialized summer camp option for children with special needs, ensuring every child in Kingsville has a place to belong this summer.
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Summer Track
Youth athletic programming through the summer months for kids interested in track and field.
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Movies in the Park
Free outdoor movie screenings held at Dick Kleberg Park — a warm-weather tradition the whole family can enjoy. Check the City's website for the current season schedule.
Museums for Kids
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1904 Train Depot Museum
Free admission, air conditioning, and exhibits full of railroad artifacts, old photographs, and working equipment make the Train Depot a natural first stop for families exploring downtown Kingsville. The depot's operational telegraph and hands-on artifacts tend to capture kids' attention in a way a textbook never could.
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John E. Conner Museum at Texas A&M University–Kingsville
The Conner Museum is a hidden gem for families. Housing natural history, South Texas heritage, and cultural collections, the museum makes a concerted effort to engage young visitors with interactive displays and hands-on activities. Highlights include mounted wildlife specimens, rotating art exhibits, and the beloved Mi Familia exhibit — where kids can participate in traditional activities like making tamales. The museum also hosts family-friendly special events throughout the year, including children's crafts, storytelling, and cultural programming. School and community groups of 10 or more can schedule guided tours by contacting the museum directly.
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Kids at Kingsville's Annual Events
Several of Kingsville's signature city events have dedicated family and children's programming built right in:
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Festival de la Lotería
A free downtown festival with a kids zone, costume contest, and family-friendly Lotería games.
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4th of July Parade
A classic small-town parade followed by a free Pet, Bike & People Parade at Maggie Salinas Pavilion with a costume contest for kids.
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Ranch Hand Weekend
The Saturday festival features face painting, Santa selfies, archery, and a community Christmas tree lighting the evening before.
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La Posada de Kingsville
Children's Day runs 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Maggie Salinas Pavilion, followed by the dazzling Parade of Lights in the evening.
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Robert J. Kleberg Public Library
The library is one of Kingsville's most active family resources, offering far more than books. Year-round programming for children and teens includes Toddler Storytime, Family Game Nights, summer reading programs, and after-school STEAM activities. The library also connects teens with creative workshops and college prep resources.
📞 (361) 592-6381 · kleberglibrary.com · Program Calendar
Find More Family Fun
For a full calendar of family-friendly events in Kingsville, browse our events calendar.
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