City of Allen, TX
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Allen
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Located in Collin County about twenty miles north of downtown Dallas, Allen offers polished suburban living, strong community amenities, celebrated parks, entertainment, sports, shopping, and convenient access to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Community Overview
About Allen
- LocationCollin County
Approximately 20 miles north of downtown Dallas
Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area - PopulationEstimated 103,383 residents in 2018
- RecognitionCNN Money ranked Allen #2 on its “Best Places to Live” list and #2 for “Best Places to Launch a Career.”
- LivabilityAreaVibes named Allen the “Best Place to Live” after reviewing over 30,000 cities.
- SafetySafeHome.org named Allen #2 among the safest Texas cities with populations over 50,000 in 2019.
Government
City Services
- Allen Municipal Service Center900 Greenville Ave
214-509-3150 - Allen Municipal Court301 Century Parkway
214-509-4380 - City Council305 Century Parkway
214-509-4100 - Fire Department Headquarters310 Century Parkway
Emergency: 911
Non-emergency: 214-509-4400 - Police DepartmentEmergency: 911
Non-emergency: 214-509-4321
Crime Tip: 214-509-4278 - Animal Services770 S. Allen Heights Dr
214-509-4378 - Allen Public Library300 N. Allen Drive
214-509-4900
Utilities
Resident Services
- Trash & Recycling305 Century Parkway
214-509-4100 - Water & Sewer700 East Stacy Road
214-509-4530 - Voter Registration305 Century Parkway
214-509-4100 - Vehicle Registration & Inspection900 East Park Blvd, Suite 100, Plano
972-547-5014
txdmv.gov
Healthcare
Hospitals
- Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital1105 Central Expressway
972-747-1000
texashealth.org
Parks
Parks & Recreation
- Parks & Recreation Department301 Century Parkway
214-509-4700
cityofallen.org - Allen Station Park1120 N. Cedar Drive
- Bethany Lakes Park745 S. Allen Heights Drive
- Celebration Park701 Angel Parkway
- Dayspring Nature Preserve622 Rainforest Lane
- Ford Park East705 Whitman Drive
- Ford Park West632 Park Place
- Glendover Park1290 Scottsman Drive
- Hillside Wellness Park900 E. Main
- Jupiter Park510 S. Jupiter Road
- Reed Park East1250 Rivercrest Boulevard
- Reed Park West1200 Rivercrest Boulevard
- Spirit Park1151 Ridgeview Drive
- Twin Creeks Park803 Shallowater Drive
- Watters Crossing Park1201 Belaire Drive
- Windridge Park1015 Cambridge Drive
Golf
The Golf Club at Twin Creeks
- Arnold Palmer Signature Course
Sculpted from gently rolling hills, The Golf Club at Twin Creeks
is known for its award-winning course, dining, events, and polished
guest service.
501 Twin Creeks Drive
972-390-8888
twincreeksgolf.com
Attractions
Sports & Recreation
- Allen Americans Hockey200 E. Stacy Rd, Ste. 1350
972-912-1000
allenamericans.com - Allen Community Ice Rink190 E. Stacy Road
972-678-1097
cityofallen.org - Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium110 E. Rivercrest Blvd
214-509-4714
cityofallen.org - D-BAT Allen505 Century Pkwy #150
214-383-4489
dbatallen.com
Arts & Culture
Local Experiences
- The Green at Watters CreekU.S. 75 & Bethany Dr
972-747-8000
watterscreek.com - Allen Civic Ballet602 E. Main St
972-727-5959
allencivicballet.org - Allen Philharmonic Orchestra & Symphony Chorus102 S. Allen Dr
972-359-0656
allenphilharmonic.org - Allen’s Community Theatre1210 E. Main St, Ste. 300
844-822-8849
allenscommunitytheatre.net - Allen Heritage Village352 St. Mary Dr
allenheritage.org/allen-heritage-village
Annual Events
Community Calendar
- It’s Great to Skate200 East Stacy Road
Late January or early February - Collin County Home & Garden Show200 East Stacy Road
Spring event for gardening, home improvement, and design ideas - NCWA National Wrestling Championship200 East Stacy Road
Hosted at the Allen Event Center Arena - Concerts by the Creek970 Garden Park Drive
Spring and early summer live music at Watters Creek - Allen Arts Festival970 Garden Park Drive
Held the second weekend in May - Make Music Allen970 Garden Park Drive
June 21 music celebration - Summer Sounds Concert Series1201 East Bethany Drive
Monday-night concerts from late May through June - PBR Presents — The Silvano Alves Challenge190 East Stacy Road
Premier bull riding event supporting Boots for Troops - Oktober Fest at Watters Creek970 Garden Park Drive
Craft beer, live music, vendors, and seasonal activities - Allen Bridal Show200 East Stacy Road
Wedding vendors, fashion show, prizes, and giveaways - Holiday Carriage Rides at Watters Creek970 Garden Park Drive
Seasonal carriage rides and festive lights
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