Be Part of the Future of Sparks Lake Activity Center
Attend an upcoming event, host your gathering in our arena, or partner with us to expand recreation and community impact in Nacogdoches County, East Texas.
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A privately restored, community-centered recreation and event destination serving East Texas — rooted in the historic Carpenter legacy and built for generations.
A Private Effort. A Public Benefit.
SLAC is privately owned and locally operated — restoring a meaningful place into a permanent community destination for families, youth, churches, organizations, and visitors.
What’s Here
Basketball & recreation • community events • meetings & celebrations • tournaments • concerts & gatherings — with more amenities being added as restoration progresses.
The Future of Sparks Lake Activity Center
A restored destination for events, sports, weddings, and community pride in East Texas.
Upcoming Events at SLAC
Request an EventSports. Events. Community.
Explore what SLAC supports today — and what we’re building next.
Games & Practices
Youth games, pickup nights, team practices, and tournaments.
View basketball →Gatherings & Meetings
Community meetings, graduations, receptions, and fundraisers.
Explore community →Reserve Dates
Tell us your event type and preferred dates — we’ll follow up fast.
Request dates →Sports. Events. Community.
Explore what SLAC supports today — and what we’re building next.
Games & Practices
Youth games, pickup nights, team practices, and tournaments.
View basketball →Gatherings & Meetings
Community meetings, graduations, receptions, and fundraisers.
Explore community →Reserve Dates
Tell us your event type and preferred dates — we’ll follow up fast.
Request dates →Upcoming Basketball Games
Next games at Sparks Lake Activity Center
