The Daytripper’s Guide to Grand Prairie
The Daytripper Visits Grand Prairie!
What happens when Texas’ favorite road-tripping host rolls into Grand Prairie? You get an episode full of BBQ, fun & some exciting adventures! Grand Prairie kicked off season 16 of the Daytripper on October 4! In case you missed the premiere watch the show below and see what adventures The Daytripper got into in Grand Prairie!
Meet the Daytripper
Chet Garner is host to six-time Emmy Award-winning PBS show, the Daytripper. Chet explores Texas one day trip at a time, uncovering local eats, unique attractions and hidden gems that make each community special. He hopes to inspire his viewers to get out and create their own Texas adventures one trip at a time! This season he made his way to Grand Prairie, Texas to see what makes this city truly GRAND!
Watch the Show!
The Daytripper Gears Up for Some Live Racing
The Best BBQ in Texas?
The Daytripper Watch Party
Visit Grand Prairie hosted a VIP Watch Party at Firehouse Gastro Park to celebrate all of our venues that were featured on The Daytripper and commemorate the premiere of the Grand Prairie episode!
Plan Your Own Grand Prairie Adventure
Explore EpicCentral
EpicCentral is Grand Prairie's 172 acre entertainment district! Here you can find adventure parks, waterfront dining, family-friendly events, live music, green spaces, hotels, a Vegas-style water and light show and so much more!
Explore The Entertainment District
The Entertainment District is where you can find all types of entertainment from live horse racing to concerts to cricket matches & more!
Explore Downtown Grand Prairie
Downtown is where you can do as the locals do! Explore local shops and vendors at our Farmers Market, enjoy award-winning BBQ, see a show at our historic 1950s theater or listen to live music at Firehouse Gastro Park, our restored Fire station #1 turned restaurant!
Shop Around Grand Prairie
No trip is complete without some retail therapy! Explore everything from premium outlets with top brand stores to America's largest marketplace to one of the largest hubs for eastern goods. There truly is something for everyone.