The Daytripper’s Guide to Grand Prairie
The Daytripper Visits Grand Prairie!
What happens when Texas’ favorite road-tripping host rolls into Grand Prairie? An adventure full of food, fun, and a few surprises! On October 4, The Daytripper episode featuring Grand Prairie will premiere on PBS (broadcast on KERA in the DFW market), and you’ll finally get to see which spots made the cut. Until then, check out how you can start planning your own day trip below.
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!
Episode Premieres October 4
Grand Prairie is kicking off season 17 of the Daytripper this October! If you want to know where Chet stops in Grand Prairie make sure to tune into PBS (broadcast on KERA in the DFW market).
Plan Your Own Grand Prairie Adventure
Until The Daytripper's adventure in Grand Prairie is revealed, here are a few ideas for planning your own adventure in Grand Prairie!
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.