EpicCentral

EpicCentral DFW's newest entertainment district located in Grand Prairie, off Highway 161. Looking to Relax and Recharge?
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If you’re searching for DFW’s one-stop entertainment destination where unforgettable fun, food, and adventure all come together—congratulations, because you’ve found it with EpicCentral! When we say EpicCentral has something for everyone, we actually mean it. Something for the entire family…

EpicCentral has numerous affordable indoor and outdoor activities, and fun memorable experiences the who

le family can enjoy. One of the most popular DFW attractions is EpicWaters, our large indoor water park with one-of-a-kind slides like the world’s tallest indoor Aqua Loop body slide, a lazy river, wave pool, and Texas’ only indoor Double Wave Flow Rider. We also have PlayGrand Adventures, which is our 10-acre playground that’s specifically designed to be sensory sensitive, wheelchair accessible, and fun for all ages and abilities. Inside the park, you’ll find Tranquil Adventures, a quiet section of the park where kids can slow down and decompress if they become over-stimulated. Come take a relaxing stroll by the lake, have a picnic, or go fishing. Or let your creative juices flow and get inspired at one of our culinary classes or one of The Epic Theater shows. Incredible Dining and Entertainment Options

If you’re looking for the best date night restaurants in DFW, or a great place to hang out with friends, EpicCentral’s nightlife is unlike anything you’ve seen before. Coming soon will be a variety of restaurants, bars, and dining options to indulge in. Also coming soon is our Bellagio-style water shows, synchronized to music and special effects. Adventure Seekers… we’ve got you covered too! Experience heart-pumping water, earth, and sky attractions—like our indoor adventure park, Bolder, which is opening soon and will have 18 “mountainous” adventures including rock climbing, zip lines, via ferrata, ropes courses, ice skating, and more. Whatever it is you choose, bring your appetite for meaningful connections. EpicCentral in Grand Prairie, TX is the place where diverse experiences and people are merged into an exciting and energetic atmosphere. What we’re really trying to say is, it’s all together epic.

Heads up, pup parents! Central Bark Dog Park will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 2, for w**d treatment to help keep the p...
09/01/2026

Heads up, pup parents! Central Bark Dog Park will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 2, for w**d treatment to help keep the park looking its best.

The park will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 3, and will be ready for all the zoomies, sniffing, and tail wags.

Win your chance to perform at Main Street Fest this fall! 🎸 Make It to Main Street is a live music competition where ban...
08/19/2026

Win your chance to perform at Main Street Fest this fall! 🎸 Make It to Main Street is a live music competition where bands can score cash prizes and the opportunity to perform at Main Street Fest on October 24.

Five bands will be selected to perform live on September 5 at the Epic Rec Theater, each with a 20-minute set. A panel of judges will choose the winners.

The top three bands will win cash prizes!
🏆 1st Place: $750
🏆 2nd Place: $500
🏆 3rd Place: $250

Apply by August 25 to enter! Learn more and apply: https://www.visitgrandprairietx.com/Things-To-Do/Music-and-Arts-in-Grand-Prairie-TX?transfer=43565d5a-2314-40b3-8731-b12b3c62823e

Fall festival season is almost here! 🍂🎃Get ready for food, music, family fun, and plenty of reasons to celebrate all sea...
08/18/2026

Fall festival season is almost here! 🍂🎃

Get ready for food, music, family fun, and plenty of reasons to celebrate all season long.

Take a look at some of the upcoming festivals happening:
🔥 Texas Monthly BBQ Fest | Sept. 19, 6–9:30 p.m. | Ticketed entry
🍷 SHEF Food + Wine Fest | Oct. 9–11 | Ticketed entry
🦋 Flight of the Monarch | Oct. 17, 12 p.m. | Free entry
🍽️ Bite Bzar | Nov. 14, 5-10 p.m. | Free entry

Grab tickets + learn more about these events: epiccentral.com/event-directory/

Illuvia will be taking a short break for scheduled maintenance at the end of the week. The show will be temporarily paus...
08/17/2026

Illuvia will be taking a short break for scheduled maintenance at the end of the week.

The show will be temporarily paused beginning Sunday, August 23, through Labor Day weekend.

Stay tuned and check back here for updates on when Illuvia will officially return!

BTS ARMY, this one’s for you 💜 EpicCentral in Grand Prairie is lighting up purple ahead of the BTS concerts this weekend...
08/14/2026

BTS ARMY, this one’s for you 💜

EpicCentral in Grand Prairie is lighting up purple ahead of the BTS concerts this weekend! 💜

Stop by Friday, Aug. 14 through Sunday, Aug. 16 to take a picture as the Boardwalk, Epic Trails lighting and portions of the Illuvia Water & Light Show glowing purple in celebration.

📍 EpicCentral. 2961 State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie
💜 Full Illuvia shows starting at 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m.

See you under the purple lights, ARMY 💜

Your birth month = your EpicCentral destination. 😎 Drop your month below and claim your landmark status.
08/12/2026

Your birth month = your EpicCentral destination. 😎

Drop your month below and claim your landmark status.

👀 ICYMI: Grand Prairie is growing, and there’s a lot to look forward to!Our Economic Development team is bringing new re...
08/10/2026

👀 ICYMI: Grand Prairie is growing, and there’s a lot to look forward to!

Our Economic Development team is bringing new restaurants, retail, and entertainment experiences to the city, including these latest announcements:

🍽️ The Charlotte — The popular Dallas restaurant is opening a second location near EpicCentral at SH 161 and Forum Drive.

📚 Barnes & Noble — Coming to Epic West with books, gifts, games and plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

🍔 White Castle — Famous sliders are coming to Grand Prairie with a new location along the SH 161 corridor, in front of Topgolf.

🛍️ TJ Maxx — Another exciting addition to Epic West, right next to Barnes & Noble.

✨ Immersive Dome — Planned for the GrandLawn, this one-of-a-kind venue will surround guests with stunning visuals and storytelling.

Follow Economic Development- Grand Prairie, TX for more updates on what’s coming next to Grand Prairie!

Texas Monthly's BBQ Homecoming is heading back to EpicCentral this fall! 🤠🔥Enjoy an unforgettable Texas evening filled w...
08/07/2026

Texas Monthly's BBQ Homecoming is heading back to EpicCentral this fall! 🤠🔥

Enjoy an unforgettable Texas evening filled with incredible barbecue, live music, dancing, homecoming fun, and the Illuvia water show as your backdrop.

🎟️ Your ticket includes BBQ from eight featured barbecue joints, with General Admission and VIP options available. Plus, a portion of every ticket sold benefits Feeding Texas.

🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 19
⏰ 6 to 9:30 p.m.

Grab your tickets now: www.texasmonthly.com/event/bbq-homecoming-2026/

Join us tomorrow as the Waterfront Market returns to EpicCentral!Browse 70+ local artists, food vendors, small businesse...
08/06/2026

Join us tomorrow as the Waterfront Market returns to EpicCentral!

Browse 70+ local artists, food vendors, small businesses, and more set against the scenic waterfront backdrop at EpicCentral! 🛍️

📅 Friday, Aug. 7, 7-11 p.m.
📍 EpicCentral, 2935 S State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie
💦 Illuvia full-illuminated show times: 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m, 10:30 p.m., and 11:30 p.m.

Brought to you by PlugHub in partnership with EpicCentral.

08/04/2026

Stuff the Bus is back at Epic Waters! 🚌🎒

Now through August 9, help us support Grand Prairie ISD by donating 10 new school supply items at the park entrance and receive 1 FREE admission pass per family!

Passes are valid Aug. 10-Dec. 30. (excluding Saturdays & holidays).

✅ Most-needed items include:
○ Mechanical pencils (8-count packages)
○ Expo markers (4-count packages)
○ Facial tissues (such as two packages containing four boxes each)
○ Disinfecting wipes (such as one package with three containers)
○ Glue sticks (6-count packages)
○ Notebooks (at least six)
○ Folders (at least five)
○ Crayons (such as five packages of 24-count boxes)

Let’s gear up GPISD students for success, one backpack at a time! 💼📚

Address

2961 S. Highway 161
Grand Prairie, TX
75050

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 11:59pm
Tuesday 6am - 11:59pm
Wednesday 6am - 11:59pm
Thursday 6am - 11:59pm
Friday 6am - 11:59pm
Saturday 6am - 11:59pm
Sunday 6am - 11:59pm

Telephone

+19722378100

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