Resident and Neighborhood Programs

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City Academy

This Staff-led course will show you the ins and outs of Rowlett government. With speakers each week from different City departments, you will leave equipped with the knowledge of how stuff works in government, and better understand how to inform change! 

Block Party Trailer

Do you want to throw a block party, but don't have any of the "stuff"? Rent the Block Party Trailer - it's stocked with everything you need to throw an epic Block Party your neighbors will talk about for years! Supplies include tables, chairs, games...the list goes on!

Rowlett Smart Yard

Do you or one of your neighbors have an award-winning landscape? The Rowlett Smart Yard Award recognizes those residents whose yards are in harmony with the Texas native flora, soil and topography. To help inspire and educate others, nominate your neighbor to get recognized for their sustainability efforts in their yard! 

Winter Fun

Light Up Rowlett

Bragging rights go to the most awesome lights display of the Winter season! Nominate your neighbors for the chance to win Light Up Rowlett!  

Fall into Downtown Rowlett 

Scarecrows on Main

Enter for a chance to win Scarecrow of the Year in our one-of-a kind scarecrow decorating contest! Your inanimate friend will stay up on the Downtown Rowlett Main street for all of Rowlett to see!