Staying active in the Texas heat can be a challenge...
Let's be honest - when it's approaching triple digits and the humidity is out of control, the last thing we wanna do is meet up with the crew on the court. We've already worked up a sweat just by stepping outside! Luckily, there are a number of spots around Austin with sport courts open well after the sun goes down and temps drop to reasonable levels. Take a look, make a plan, rally the gang, and get a game in.
NOTE: The City of Austin has a LOT of indoor Community Recreation Centers, and most are open until 10pm. We've highlighted a couple of our favorites below, but you can find the full list here and scope out one nearest you!
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photo via Google
11000 Middle Fiskville Rd
Near the Domain, this spot claims to be the Largest Sand Volleyball Venue in Austin, and it's open until 11pm! Whether you're just playing for fun, or aspiring to go pro, ATX Beach has courts available for rental, as well as training and coaching options, league play, and tournaments!
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photo via Austin Parks Foundation
12138 N. Lamar Blvd
As far as Austin parks go, Walnut Creek is pretty darn famous, with miles of paved hiking and cycling trails, a swimming pool, and over 200 acres of room for all kinds of fun. But we have it on good authority this is the spot to be for an evening game of hoops until the park closes at 10pm - the courts are well-lit, and because they're fairly new, this spot has become a pretty popular option for a pick-up game or two.
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photo via MyTennisLessons
Various Locations
With courts located in East Austin, South Austin, and Williamson County, RippnerTennis is well known for offering classes for those wanting to get into tennis, or even perfect their game. The courts themselves are open to the public, with no membership fees required. The South Austin Tennis Center and Pharr Tennis Center in East Austin are open until 10pm on weekdays, while court and clinic reservations are available at the Williamson County location until 9:45pm daily.
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photo via instagram
300 San Antonio St
Downtown Austin's rooftop pickleball club provides you the opportunity to play the game surrounded by good friends and our impressive city skyline. And an environment like that is even better when the sun goes down and you're immersed in the city lights! Urban Pickleball Club has six courts, but it's a members-only endeavor. Guests are allowed when accompanied by a member, so ask around your pickleball circle!
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photo via mytennislessons
2312 Shoal Creek Blvd
Open until 10pm on weekdays, Caswell Tennis Center is an iconic tennis spot in Austin, located just north of the UT campus. Caswell boasts 8 hard courts, and although the facility is public, they still offer clinics and private coaching, and we're told it's one of the best places to improve your game.
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photo via KXAN
2407 Canterbury St
Metz Park is a pretty popular East Austin park, but for the purposes of this guide we wanna focus on the Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendez Recreation Center, which features a tennis court and a covered basketball court and is open until 8pm Monday-Thursdays and 6pm on Fridays. If you bring the kiddos along while you're getting your game on, there's a playground at the park too!
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photo via Bouldin Acres
Various Locations
Sometimes you wanna find a spot where you can challenge your friends to a game on the court, and then celebrate your victory with a cold beer and some A+ food truck grub. Bouldin Acres is that place, with locations on South Lamar and Braker Lane! Their pickleball courts are well-lit and open late, like the bars themselves. They're pretty popular though, so make sure you reserve ahead of time for your crew!
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Well-Lit Sport Courts For Night Play
7508 Providence Ave
Open basketball courts with lights.
3811 E 12th St
Two open basketball courts with lights.
1301 Shoal Creek Blvd
Indoor court with volleyball capabilities and 6 basketball hoops. Check freeplay times before you go.
4400 Avenue G
Known for nightly pickup basketball games and 2 lighted tennis courts.
1100 Cumberland Rd
Lighted tennis courts (10+), mixed use field, and basketball courts.
7201 Colony Loop Dr
Lighted soccer field.
1100 Kingsbury St
Lighted basketball courts.
514 E St Elmo Rd
Lighted volleyball courts for reservation.
11100 Alterra Pkwy
Lighted volleyball courts for reservation.
515 S Pleasant Valley Rd
Lighted softball and volleyball courts.
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Other Spots Open After Dark
(you can grab food/drinks at these)
10630 Menchaca Rd
306 Barton Springs Rd
440 E St Elmo Rd
2717 Manor Rd
10212 Menchaca Rd
11800 N Lamar Blvd
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