Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A private 27‑hole championship golf course with fitness center, tennis courts, and swimming pools, located along Plantation Drive and Mason Road, serving as the social and recreational hub of the community.
This largest public park at 800 Pitts Road offers baseball, football and soccer fields, playgrounds, sand volleyball, frisbee golf, picnic pavilion, and levee‑top trails for walking and biking just across from the PGPOA fire station.
Pecan Grove is famed for its festive holiday lighting competition, complete with hayrides, hot cocoa, community‑awarded displays, and a Hall of Fame for homes winning five years in a row, creating a seasonal tradition unique to the neighborhood.
The Fort Bend ISD schools located within the neighborhood—Pecan Grove Elementary, James Bowie Middle, and Travis High—are highly rated and serve as local academic anchors for families in Pecan Grove.
A small shopping strip situated between the country club and Pecan Grove Baptist Church featuring a Randall’s grocery store, weekly farmers/artisan markets, and nearby eateries like Lomonte’s Italian, Clancy’s Public House, and Fulbrook Ale Works brewing unique beers.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This free neighborhood fall festival is a short drive from Pecan Grove and offers a relaxed weekend outing for families. Residents can enjoy international food, games, live music, a beer garden, and activities for children without needing to travel far from Arlington.
View event details →River Legacy’s annual fall celebration combines outdoor recreation with classic seasonal fun, making it a strong choice for Pecan Grove families. Expect a pumpkin patch, live music, food trucks, bounce houses, games, a climbing wall, and nature-focused activities at one of Arlington’s most popular parks.
View event details →Local residents can celebrate Arlington’s 150th anniversary through an exhibition created with dozens of community partners. The opening offers an easy daytime cultural outing near the Entertainment District, with stories about Arlington’s development, residents, neighborhoods, and shared history.
View event details →This free, family-friendly Halloween alternative is especially convenient for Arlington households looking for a low-cost local activity. Children can enjoy hayrides, carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, food, prizes, and candy in a welcoming community setting close to central Arlington.
View event details →Residents who want a bigger night out can catch this family-friendly benefit concert in Downtown Arlington. The event pairs live performances by Barenaked Ladies and Lisa Loeb with support for the Tarrant Area Food Bank, offering entertainment close to home while contributing to a local hunger-relief effort.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Pecan Grove
