Family-Friendly Things to Do in Celina, TX
From catch-and-release fishing to free community events, here is your local guide to the best family activities in Celina, TX.
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A 26,000-Square-Foot Promise: Celina's New Downtown Library Takes Shape
Celina's new 26,209-sq-ft public library is under construction downtown, set to open winter 2026 with a new director at the helm.
Nine Championships, One New Classification: What Celina Bobcats Football Faces at Class 5A
Celina High School's football program carries nine state titles into its first-ever Class 5A season, raising the stakes for players and fans alike.
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Shades of Green's Third Annual Fall Fest Brings Live Music, Pumpkins, and Food Trucks to Celina
The free SOG Fall Fest returns to 1213 E Sunset Blvd on Saturday with Zach Cornell live, a pumpkin patch, kids' maze, and food trucks from 3–7 PM.
Raise a Stein on the Square: Celina Oktoberfest Returns October 3
The Celina Chamber of Commerce transforms Downtown Celina's Square into a German festival with craft beer, live music, and a Dachshund Derby.
64,000 Square Feet of Gear: Academy Sports + Outdoors Is Headed to Celina
A new Academy Sports + Outdoors at 3525 S. Preston Road is bringing nearly 64,000 sq ft of sporting goods to Celina, TX.
Steins, Sausages, and a Dachshund Derby: Celina Oktoberfest Returns October 3
The Celina Chamber of Commerce brings craft beer, live music, German food, and the beloved Dachshund Derby to Downtown Celina on October 3, 2026.
A New School, a Realigned District: What Willard Middle School's Opening Means for Celina ISD
Willard Middle School opens in Celina ISD in fall 2026, triggering a district-wide grade realignment that reshapes how thousands of students are served.
Celina's New Downtown Library Is Taking Shape — Here's What 26,209 Square Feet Looks Like
Celina's new public library at the Downtown Center is on track for a winter 2026 opening. Here's what residents need to know.
A Gym Built for Every Child: We Rock the Spectrum Opens in Celina
We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym brings inclusive, sensory-friendly play and fitness classes to Celina, with a ribbon cutting set for October 6.
64,000 Square Feet of Sporting Goods: Academy Sports + Outdoors Is Coming to Celina
A new Academy Sports + Outdoors at 3525 S. Preston Road brings nearly 64,000 sq ft of gear, apparel, and outdoor equipment to Celina.
Things to Do in Celina, TX
A local guide to the best parks, dining, events, and attractions in Celina, TX — written for residents and visitors who want the real picture.
Celina's $59 Million Downtown Center Takes Shape, With a Library Built for a Growing City
Celina's new Downtown Center is on track for a February 2027 opening, bringing a multi-floor library, rooftop space, and parking garage to the square.
Celina Oktoberfest Returns to Downtown Square on Oct. 3 Under New City Management
Celina's annual Oktoberfest moves to city management for 2026, bringing German food, live music, a Dachshund Derby, and more to Downtown Square, 3–7 p.m.
Nine Banners and Counting: How Celina Bobcat Football Became a Friday Night Religion
The Celina Bobcats carry nine state championships into their 2026 season, tied for third most in Texas 11-man football history.