Railyard Park was named Outdoor Facility of the Year over $500,000 at the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association Conference. Rogers Parks & Recreation representatives accepted the award at the Conference. The City of Rogers contributed to the revitalization of Downtown Rogers with the Railyard Park development with a grant from the Walton Family Foundation. This park, located in the Railyard Entertainment District, allows residents and visitors to enjoy downtown in a new way as a destination location for family play time, picnics, the Rogers Local Food Market, pop-up vendors and performers during Art on the Bricks Art Walk and live music at the adjacent Butterfield Stage.
The City of Rogers Public Art Commission also worked with artists to produce eye-catching original artwork for the Railyard Park “Water Stop” water towers. to further reflect the thriving local culture, and boost economic activity in downtown Rogers.
“The revitalization of Downtown Rogers is exciting for our residents, visitors and businesses. Railyard Park represents a new gathering place for Northwest Arkansas. The Rogers Local Food Market's location in the heart of our downtown businesses and right on the trail system makes this experience second to none for those who enjoy a traditional farmers market atmosphere and outdoor fun.” -Raymond Burns, President/CEO, Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce
Spend the day in downtown Rogers experiencing all that the new Railyard Park has to offer. Other park amenities include:
- Picnic tables in Frisco Plaza
- Shade structures all along 1st Street
- Park benches around the facility
- Bike path connecting to trails
- Access to many shops and restaurants in downtown Rogers
- Events throughout the year at Butterfield Stage and Frisco Plaza
- Restroom facilities located in the Playard and across the street near Centennial Park
