June 24, 2026—When the Texas summer sun turns the pavement into a skillet, Grand Prairie’s EpicCentral Entertainment District has the perfect prescription: world-class indoor adventures that keep the fun going without the heat. Whether you’re flying down a seven-story waterslide, racing electric karts, or perfecting your pickleball game, EpicCentral delivers year-round relief wrapped in non-stop excitement.
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is the crown jewel of EpicCentral’s climate-controlled lineup — and the numbers back it up. Ranked a Top 2 Indoor Waterpark in the Nation by USA TODAY for three consecutive years, this 80,000-square-foot aquatic paradise operates year-round under a retractable roof at a tropical 85 degrees. Ride Locura, catch a wave in the wave pool, hang ten on the FlowRider® surfing simulator, or drift down the longest indoor lazy river in Texas. Rain or shine, summer or winter, Epic Waters never stops delivering.
Just up the road, Bolder Adventure Park is where adrenaline meets altitude — all under one roof. Spanning 66,000 square feet with ceiling heights reaching 75 feet, this indoor adventure center features 18 genuinely unique attractions tiered by difficulty, from beginner-friendly to double black diamond. Conquer 65-foot rock climbing walls, navigate via ferrata courses, soar on zip lines, plunge through free-fall drops, and explore multi-level ropes courses — then cool down at the arcade or Alpine Café. No weather delays. No sunburn. Just pure, vertical adventure.
For those who prefer their competition served with craft beer and chicken, Chicken N Pickle is your place. The Grand Prairie location features six dedicated indoor pickleball courts — purpose-built for climate-controlled play — making it the go-to destination for pickleball enthusiasts and first-timers alike. Book a court, join an open play session, or sign up for clinics and leagues. Then pull up a seat for scratch-made food and a rooftop drink. It’s the most fun you’ll have with a paddle in hand.
Next-level thrills await at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games. Housed in a 100,000-square-foot facility at 3750 State Hwy 161, this fully indoor powerhouse features a multi-level electric go-kart track with elevation changes, hairpin turns, and competitive leaderboards. Beyond the track: Hologate VR, laser tag, duckpin bowling, a massive arcade, full-service restaurant, and a bar — all comfortably cooled and endlessly entertaining. Whether you’re six or sixty, Andretti turns a hot summer day into a highlight reel.
Finally, the newest addition to EpicCentral’s adventure lineup — Topgolf Grand Prairie — brings its signature entertainment experience to the corridor. While the hitting bays open at the front to let you launch balls out into the driving range, the bays themselves feature covered, multi-level hitting stations equipped with heavy-duty cooling fans and misting systems. The result: deep shade, genuine climate relief from the Texas heat, and a surprisingly comfortable way to enjoy the sport. Add Toptracer technology, a full restaurant and bar, lounge-style seating, and Sonic the Hedgehog-themed game modes, and Topgolf is anything but your grandfather’s driving range.
What Is EpicCentral?
EpicCentral is Grand Prairie’s 172-acre entertainment district — one of the most celebrated destination developments in the state of Texas. Located strategically along State Highway 161 between Dallas and Fort Worth, it sits at the geographic and cultural heart of the DFW Metroplex and is easily accessible from virtually anywhere in North Texas.
What sets EpicCentral apart isn’t just the sheer number of attractions — it’s the variety of experiences packed into a single, walkable destination. Adventure parks, a nationally ranked indoor waterpark, championship pickleball, world-class karting, golf entertainment, waterfront dining, scenic trails, a Vegas-style water and light show, modern hotels, a convention center, and year-round live events all come together in one extraordinary place. There’s nothing else quite like it in Texas.
None of this happens without bold, forward-thinking city leadership. Grand Prairie Mayor Ron Jensen and the city’s elected officials deserve tremendous credit for the vision and tenacity it took to build EpicCentral from the ground up — and for continuing to attract world-class brands to call it home. Thanks to their commitment, Grand Prairie has become one of the state’s top entertainment destinations, offering residents a place to stay and play — and giving the rest of Texas every reason to make the drive.
Plan your visit at epiccentral.com.