A 35-Acre Arts District Is Taking Shape at Prosper Trail and the Tollway
Phase 1 infrastructure for the Prosper Arts District is moving through permitting, with delivery expected by late 2026 at a projected cost of $300 million.
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Prosper's '250 Strong!' Mayor's Fitness Challenge: What Is the Town Asking Residents to Do Before July 31?
Prosper's Mayor's Fitness Challenge runs through July 31, asking residents to log 90 minutes of weekly activity in a patriotic 250th-anniversary edition.
A Saturday Afternoon in Downtown Prosper: 'Bourbon, Beer & Bubbly' Brings the Town Together This July
Prosper on Tap returns July 18 with a Bourbon, Beer & Bubbly celebration in Downtown Prosper, part of the town's 2026 community events calendar.
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Prosper, TX
A local guide to the best family activities in Prosper, TX — from splash pads and trails to craft studios and community events.
Broadway Street Becomes a Sip-and-Stroll Destination This July with Prosper on Tap
Prosper on Tap returns July 18 with bourbon, craft beer, wine, and bubbly along Downtown Prosper's Broadway Street starting at noon.
What Makes Prosper's 14th Annual Pride in the Sky More Than Just a Fireworks Show
From a children's parade to a military tribute at Town Hall, Prosper's July 4th weekend is built around layered community programming.
Prosper Community Library Packs July With Dinosaurs, Texas Wildlife, and an FAA Space Show
Three free summer programs at Prosper Community Library run July 9–23, covering dinosaurs, Texas animals, and space aviation.
The Faces on the Wall: How Prosper's Hometown Heroes Program Brings Military Service Home
Through July 4, Prosper Town Hall's lobby honors local veterans and active-duty residents with photos and service summaries in the Hometown Heroes display.
A Pond, a Playground, and Picnic Tables: Parvin Park Is Coming to Downtown Prosper
The Town Council approved a $532,145 deal with Homerun Construction to transform 401 E. Broadway into Parvin Park this summer.
Pride in the Sky Returns to Frontier Park on July 2 for a Night of Music, Family Fun, and Fireworks
Prosper's 14th annual Independence Day celebration brings live music, Kid Zones, food, and fireworks to Frontier Park on July 2, 2026.
Prosper ISD Opens Two New Middle Schools as District Growth Reshapes the 2026–27 School Year
Bridges and Watkins Middle Schools will be ready for students when Prosper ISD returns to campus on August 11, 2026.
Hometown Heroes Display at Town Hall Honors Prosper's Military Veterans Through July 4
Photos and military biographies of current and former Prosper residents who served in the armed forces are on display at Town Hall through July 4.
250 Strong: How Prosper's Mayor's Fitness Challenge Is Turning America's Birthday Into a Community Movement
Prosper's '250 Strong!' Mayor's Fitness Challenge asks residents to log fitness minutes and build community through July 31.
Animals, Dinosaurs, and a Little Magic: Prosper's Summer Library Series Has Something for Every Kid
The Prosper Community Library's free summer performance series runs through July, bringing wildlife, dino facts, and illusions to local families.
Things to Do in Prosper, TX
A local guide to parks, dining, events, and attractions in Prosper, TX — real places worth your time.
Fireworks, Live Music, and a Children's Parade: Prosper's July 2 Independence Day Celebration Takes Over Frontier Park
Prosper's free Pride in the Sky event returns to Frontier Park on July 2 with live music, kid zones, food trucks, and fireworks at 9:30 PM.
A $120 Million Middle School Is Nearly Ready in Prosper — and It Arrives Just in Time
Prosper ISD's Middle School No. 7 reaches construction completion July 8, bringing major new capacity to one of Texas's fastest-growing districts.
Pride in the Sky and a 40-Day Countdown: How Prosper Is Marking America's 250th Birthday
Prosper's America 250 celebration runs May 25–July 4, culminating in a July 2 fireworks event at Frontier Park. Here's what the programming looks like.
Prosper's '250 Strong' Mayor's Fitness Challenge Asks Residents to Move With Purpose This Summer
The Prosper America 250 edition of the Mayor's Fitness Challenge runs June 18–July 31, tracking weekly fitness with a special strength-training bonus.
Four Free Shows at Prosper Community Library This Summer: Cooking, Magic, Dinosaurs, and More
The Prosper Community Library's 2026 summer series runs June 18 through July 9 with four distinct live programs—all free, all family-friendly.
Prosper Community Library Lines Up a Full Summer of Free Family Programs
From a Dallas culinary show for kids to a magic act and a dinosaur adventure, the Prosper Community Library has a packed free schedule this summer.
Moving Together: How Prosper's '250 Strong' Fitness Challenge Is Turning a Summer Into a Community Workout
Prosper's Mayor's Fitness Challenge runs June 1 through July 31, inviting residents to stay active all summer as part of the America 250 celebration.
Moving to Prosper, TX: A Newcomer's Guide
Everything new residents need to know about Prosper, TX — neighborhoods, schools, housing costs, and daily life in this fast-growing North Texas town.
From Chefs to Dinosaurs: The Prosper Community Library's Summer Entertainment Lineup Has Something for Every Kid
The Prosper Community Library is hosting a run of free family programs this summer, from cooking demos to magic and dinosaur adventures.
Prosper's Hometown Heroes Display Puts Local Veterans at the Center of America's 250th Birthday
Through July 4, Town Hall's lobby honors Prosper residents who served in the U.S. Armed Forces as part of the America 250 celebration.
Prosper Is Planning a Library Up to 72,000 Square Feet. Here's What That Could Mean.
The Town of Prosper has released Volume 1 of its Community Library Facility Master Plan, outlining expansion options from 33,000 to 72,000 sq ft.
Prosper America 250: How One Town Is Marking the Nation's Semiquincentennial All Summer Long
From a classic car show on Main Street to patriotic window art and a Hometown Heroes display, here's how Prosper is celebrating America's 250th.
Opera, Magic, and Cooking Classes: Prosper Community Library's Summer Lineup Has Something for Every Age
From Opera Underground to the James Wand Magic Show, the Prosper Community Library is packing June with free summer programs.
Sock Hops, Shaved Ice, and Starfish: How Prosper Is Turning an Ordinary Summer Into Something Worth Showing Up For
From a free sock hop at Gates of Prosper to ocean-themed STEAM camps, the town's summer lineup is built around showing up together.
Pride in the Sky Returns to Frontier Park on July 2 With Live Music, Kid Zones, and Fireworks
Prosper's free Independence Day celebration at Frontier Park starts at 5 p.m. on July 2, with fireworks lighting up the sky at 9:30 p.m.
Prosper's Library Is Planning Its Next Chapter — and Residents Helped Write It
The Town of Prosper has released Volume 1 of its Community Library Facility Master Plan, shaped by community surveys and focus groups.
40 Days of Patriotic Celebration: Prosper Marks America's 250th Birthday This Summer
Prosper's America 250 runs May 25–July 4 with car shows, block parties, a children's parade, and free community events downtown.
How Prosper Is Marking America's 250th With Car Shows, Military Tributes, and a Fitness Challenge
Prosper's America 250 celebration spans a car show on Main Street, a Hometown Heroes military display at Town Hall, and a summer fitness challenge.
Tee Off for Prosper Kids: City House Golf Tournament Hits Gentle Creek on June 8
The City House Hope Fore Youth Golf Tournament tees off June 8 at Gentle Creek Country Club in Prosper. Here's what to know.
Prosper America 250's Hometown Heroes Program Puts Local Veterans at the Center of a Summer of Service
Prosper's America 250 initiative honors local veterans at Town Council meetings while spotlighting nonprofits through a 40-day service campaign.
Saddle Shoes Welcome: Prosper's Free Summer Sock Hop Brings Live Music and Community to Gates of Prosper
On June 20, Chick-fil-A at Gates of Prosper hosts a free Summer Sock Hop with live music, games, flower making, and a bounce house.
Three Free Shows, One Address: Prosper Community Library's Summer 2026 Lineup
Dallas Puppet Theatre, Opera Underground, and Chefsville of Dallas headline the Prosper Community Library's summer programming at 200 S. Main St.
Prosper Parks & Rec Summer Camps Are Underway — Here's What Families Need to Know
Prosper Parks & Recreation summer camps launched June 1, offering recreational, instructional, and creative programs for kids all summer long.
A New Campus, A New Chapter: How Bridges Middle School Answers Prosper's Growth
Prosper ISD opens Bridges Middle School for the 2026–27 school year, with board-approved attendance zones shaping the district's next chapter.
Cars, Shaved Ice, and a Downtown Block Closed for Fun: Stars, Stripes & Prosper Nights Is June 12
On June 12, Prosper shuts down Main Street for a car show and family night downtown. Here's what to expect from 6 to 8 p.m.
Get Your Hands Dirty for Good: Prosper's Pollinator Gardens Event Is June 13
A morning event at 201 Richland Blvd invites Prosper residents to learn about and support pollinator gardens on June 13 at 10 a.m.
Country Music Closes Out the Downtown Block Party at Prosper's Tavern on Broadway May 30
The evening half of the Town of Prosper's Downtown Block Party on May 30 shifts from family festival to country music and dancing at The Tavern on Broadway — the adult-focused portion of a daylong event that runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in family format before the country music takes over.
Prosper Launches 40-Day Stars, Stripes & Prosper Celebration Running Memorial Day Through July 4
The Town of Prosper's 40-day patriotic celebration begins Memorial Day weekend with the Memorial Day Ceremony May 25 and Downtown Block Party May 30, then runs through the Community Library's July 4 children's parade — a town-wide programming push tied to America's 250th anniversary.
Prosper Sets Memorial Day Ceremony for May 25, Followed by Downtown Block Party May 30
The Town of Prosper has scheduled its Memorial Day Ceremony for Monday, May 25 and its Downtown Block Party for Saturday, May 30 — two end-of-May Town events that close out the month with different moods and different purposes.
Prosper on Tap Hosts Blooms and Bubbly in Downtown Prosper on Saturday Morning May 9
Prosper on Tap's Blooms and Bubbly event ran Saturday, May 9 at 11 a.m. in Downtown Prosper — a curated combination of floral arranging programming, sparkling-wine tasting, and downtown community gathering that fits the May programming window.
Prosper's Mayor's Fitness Challenge Hits Its Final Month with May Programming
The Mayor's Fitness Challenge — running March through May 2026 — heads into its final stretch this month with the program's accumulated activities, group fitness opportunities, and resident engagement reaching the closing weeks of the spring season.
The Reserve at McCasland Farm — A 50-Acre, 96-House Plan — Moves Through Prosper P&Z
The Prosper Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 in favor of rezoning a 50-acre parcel north of Prosper Trail near Legacy Drive from agricultural to a planned development for single-family residences — clearing one step in the path for The Reserve at McCasland Farm.
Prosper P&Z Approves Conceptual Plan for 38.5-Acre Mixed-Use Project at Coit and University
The northeast corner of Coit Road and University Drive could see 18 buildings including a full-service hotel, office space, and restaurants under a conceptual plan that Prosper Planning and Zoning approved at its April 14 meeting.
Cracker Barrel Opens in Prosper on April 27, Adding a Familiar Anchor to the Town's Restaurant Lineup
Prosper's new Cracker Barrel Old Country Store opened on Monday, April 27, joining a wave of restaurant openings reshaping the town's commercial corridor through 2026.
East Prosper's Fourth Fire Station Opens April 28 at 3980 E. Prosper Trail
Prosper's new $13.8 million fire station on Prosper Trail holds its public dedication ceremony at 3 p.m. on April 28, becoming the fourth station in the town's fire department.
Zaxby's Picks Prosper: Georgia Chicken Chain Breaks Ground in April
Zaxby's, the Georgia-based fried chicken chain, broke ground on its Prosper location in April 2026 as the brand continues its expansion into North Texas.
Cracker Barrel Opens Its Prosper Location on April 27 at West University Drive
Cracker Barrel is set to open at 3830 West University Drive in Prosper on April 27, 2026, adding a familiar name to the town's rapidly expanding restaurant scene.
Prosper's Commercial Buildout Accelerates with 15 Business Updates in Early April
Prosper and the surrounding area see a wave of new business openings and developments in spring 2026, reflecting the town's transition from residential growth to full commercial maturity.
From Boots and Bling to Easter Eggs: Prosper's Packed April Calendar
April brings a full slate of community events, from the 13th Annual Boots & Bling Gala to family-friendly Easter activities and Chamber networking.
The Prosper Arts District Takes Shape Along the Tollway
A major 35-acre mixed-use development is transforming the northwest corner of Dallas North Tollway and Prosper Trail, marking the first large-scale project north of US 380.
Prosper ISD Earns H-E-B Excellence Award as District Continues Growth
The district wins the Large School District H-E-B Excellence in Education Award while managing rapid enrollment growth and investing in staff compensation.
Mirabella: Prosper's Newest 190-Acre Master-Planned Community
A sprawling new neighborhood brings modern amenities, green space, and family-focused living to Prosper
Prosper Transforming into Cultural Hub with $300M Arts District
A major $300 million development is bringing unprecedented arts, culture, and community gathering spaces to Prosper
REI Coming to Gates of Prosper Retail Center This Spring
Outdoor recreation giant REI opens flagship location at expanding Gates of Prosper commercial hub
New Neighborhoods in Prosper: Where the 2026 Growth Is Happening
Mirabella's luxury gated community and Park Place are redefining what new neighborhoods look like in Prosper. Here's what's breaking ground and when.
Growing Up in Prosper ISD: Schools, Parks & Youth Activities for Families
Complete guide to Prosper ISD schools, Frontier Park, youth sports leagues, and family activities in 2026. Everything new families need to know about raising kids in Prosper.
Prosper's Growing Dining Scene: Real Restaurants Worth Your Time
Discover Prosper's thriving restaurant and dining scene in 2026. From Italian fine dining to farm-to-table and authentic Asian cuisine, find where Prosper families actually eat.
Prosper Schools and Family Life: What Makes the District Worth the Move
Prosper ISD's top-ranked schools and family-friendly communities make it a destination for families prioritizing education. Here's what the district actually offers.
Prosper's Community Character Emerges on Cleanup Day and Raymond Park Events
March 28 concentrates the city's personality: cleanup day volunteers, pickleball competition, and a fitness initiative reveal what draws people to Prosper.
What's Inside Prosper's New $26M Raymond Community Park
A look at what opened when at Raymond Community Park, how it compares to existing parks, and what's coming next.
New to Prosper? Here's Every Contractor Your Neighbors Have on Speed Dial
Even new builds need service. Prosper's established residents share their picks.
Two New Schools Coming to Prosper ISD in 2026-27. Here's What You Need to Know.
Bridges Middle School and Watkins Elementary open next year. What rezoning means for existing families and what the award-winning district is adding.
Gates of Prosper Phase 4: What's Coming to the City's Retail Anchor
Phase 3 is thriving. Phase 4 is approved. Here's what the expanded retail destination means for shopping in Prosper.
Star Trail and Ladera: Understanding Prosper's Premium Neighborhoods
A detailed comparison of two master-planned communities shaping Prosper's residential landscape.
The Gates of Prosper Farmers Market: Why Saturdays Matter
How a weekly farmers market became the heartbeat of Prosper's local food and community culture.
What to Actually Eat in Prosper: A Guide to Local Restaurants Worth Your Time
The surprising depth of Prosper's restaurant scene, from family-owned Italian to adventurous Thai cuisine.
Frontier Park: How Prosper Built a World-Class Sports Complex from Scratch
Inside the development and daily operations of Prosper's 79-acre premier sports and recreation park.
Windsong Ranch: The Complete Guide to Prosper's Master Masterpiece
Exploring Windsong Ranch's 2,000 acres of amenities, homes, and lifestyle in Prosper's premier development.
Prosper ISD's Remarkable Ascent: Fastest-Growing District in Texas
How Prosper Independent School District evolved from a small-town system to Texas's fastest-growing district while maintaining exceptional academic performance.