Things to Do in North Richland Hills, Texas
North Richland Hills packs a lot into a Mid-Cities suburb — a popular city-owned water park, a hockey arena, and a well-regarded public golf course, plus quick access to the rest of Northeast Tarrant County. It's a recreation-focused town with genuine draws.
Here's what to do in and around North Richland Hills.
NRH2O Family Water Park
NRH2O is the town's signature attraction — a 17-acre water park, the first municipally owned one in Texas, with more than 20 attractions including slides, a wave pool, an endless river, an interactive water playground, and the Nitro Blast dueling water coaster.
It's a summer destination that pulls families from across the Metroplex, and it's the first thing most visitors to North Richland Hills are pointed toward.
Hockey and Golf
For a different day, the NYTEX Sports Centre is home to the Lone Star Brahmas hockey team, with ice skating and club sports year-round — catching a Brahmas game is a fun, affordable night out. And Iron Horse Golf Course offers a well-regarded 18-hole public round.
Between the rink and the golf course, North Richland Hills has real recreation beyond the water park, and both draw people from around the area.
Parks and Nearby
The city's parks and trails cover everyday recreation, and its central spot in Northeast Tarrant County keeps bigger attractions close. Grapevine's Main Street and Lake Grapevine, Southlake Town Square, and Fort Worth are all a short drive.
Between the water park, the hockey, the golf, and the neighbors' attractions, North Richland Hills fills a weekend easily.
Concerts & Shows Near North Richland Hills
Listings from Ticketmaster, updated October 12, 2026. Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster; we don't check these dates ourselves, so confirm on the ticket page.
- Thu, Nov 5 · 7:00 PM CAIN Live and In Worship Tour with special guest bodie - Keller, TX · Northwood Church, Keller · 3 mi · Religious
- Sat, Nov 7 · 8:00 PM Boltcutter, Misery Whip, Primal Tyrant, Septic Mutilation, Concussed · Haltom Theater, Haltom City · 5 mi · Metal
- Thu, Oct 15 · 9:00 PM Rico Nasty · Tannahill's Music Hall & Lounge, Fort Worth · 9 mi · Hip-Hop/Rap
- Oct 15 – Oct 18 Stockyards Championship Rodeo · Cowtown Coliseum, Fort Worth · 9 mi
- Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 PM Ashley McBryde (18+ Event) · Billy Bob's, Fort Worth · 9 mi
- Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 PM Brett Young (18+ Event) · Billy Bob's, Fort Worth · 9 mi · Pop
- Sat, Oct 17 Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo · Cowtown Coliseum, Fort Worth · 9 mi
- Mon, Oct 19 · 12:30 PM Legacy of the Longhorn · Cowtown Coliseum, Fort Worth · 9 mi
FAQ: Things to Do in North Richland Hills
The top draws are NRH2O Family Water Park; Lone Star Brahmas hockey and ice skating at the NYTEX Sports Centre; and Iron Horse Golf Course. Grapevine, Southlake, and Fort Worth are all a short drive away.
The NYTEX Sports Centre in North Richland Hills is home to the Lone Star Brahmas hockey team and offers ice skating, hockey, and club sports year-round.
Yes. NRH2O Family Water Park in North Richland Hills is a 17-acre park with more than 20 attractions, a wave pool, and the Nitro Blast water coaster. It was the first municipally owned water park in Texas.
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