parks & Rec. Dept.

The Parks & Recreation Department mission is to provide facilities and programs for fun!

Omar Peralez

Director

Before joining the La Joya Parks & Recreation Department, Omar Peralez worked for parks and recreation programs in McAllen, Mission, Penitas and Rio Grande City. He began working in La Joya in 2021.

Department Description

Quick Facts

La Joys is a natural jewel, surrounded by thousands of acers of farms, wilderness and lakes.

The Parks & Recreation Department provides facilities and programs focused on Seniors and Youths.

We operate three parks and two community centers. Come play with us. Come enjoy a day outside.

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Parks & Recreation Services

Park Facilities

The Parks & Rec Department has two community parks and one neighborhood park. Our outdoor facilities include:

Baseball field
Basketball courts (2)
Football field
Gazebos & BBQ pits
Play stations (3)
Soccer fields (2)
Walking trails (3)

Indoor facilities include our Senior Center and Youth Center.

Senior Programs

Senior have a home away from home at our Senior Center, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

We also operate a regional Meals on Wheels Program with our partners Amigos del Valle.

Drop by... everyone is welcomed.

Youth Programs

We offer little Texans in La Joya a variety of activities throughout the year, such as:

Baseball
Basketball
Football
Soccer
Volleyball

For more enrollment and other information, call us at: 956.581.7002

Department Docs

More information regarding our Department.

Department Forms

These forms will improve service delivery. Download, complete and return.

Enrollment Form
Park Rental Form

External Links

Learn more about government regulators, funders, professional associations and partners:

National Recreation and Parks Association
Texas Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area
Texas Recreation & Parks Society
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service