Waxahachie anchors the Ellis County baseball scene with a 100-acre, 11-field complex that draws state tournaments year-round. Midlothian adds two more solid options — the turf-infield Community Park complex and the shaded Jaycee Park — and Ennis has eight lighted diamonds at Bluebonnet Park just 13 miles south. These picks give you the full picture for youth baseball and softball near Waxahachie, from the Metroplex’s southern edge down into the Ellis County corridor. Check Waxahachie events this week for tournament schedules and registration dates.
1. Waxahachie Sports Complex (Waxahachie)
Location: 151 Broadhead Rd, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Waxahachie👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 2.2 miEllis County's tournament anchor — 11 lighted fields on 100 acres: The Waxahachie Sports Complex hosts local, area, and state tournaments on 11 lighted fields across 100 acres on Broadhead Road. Six softball fields, one adult baseball field, and four youth baseball fields — all with scoreboards, dugouts, and bleachers. Concession buildings and restrooms are spread across the complex. Consistently well-maintained and a reliable tournament destination for South DFW families.
Good to know: 6 lighted softball fields, 1 adult baseball field, 4 lighted youth baseball fields, concessions, restrooms, scoreboards, dugouts, bleachers, 100-acre grounds, parking.
Parent tip: Check the Waxahachie Sports Complex Facebook page before tournament weekends — big events mean full parking and higher Broadhead Road traffic. Arrive 30 minutes early on tournament Saturdays.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Waxahachie Sports Complex page.
2. Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields (Midlothian)
If you're based in Waxahachie, it's about 14 min without traffic — worth combining with other Midlothian stops.
Location: 3601 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065
Five baseball diamonds with artificial turf in Midlothian's community park: Midlothian Community Park has five baseball diamonds with artificial turf infields — a practical upgrade that reduces cancellations from rain and field maintenance delays. The 105-acre park also has a splash pad, two playgrounds, basketball courts, fishing pond, and amphitheater. Phase 1 opened 2017, Phase 2 completed 2022. A reliable facility with modern infrastructure in Ellis County.
Good to know: 5 baseball diamonds, artificial turf infields, splash pad, playground, amphitheater, fishing pond, restrooms, parking, 105-acre park.
Parent tip: The splash pad is open seasonally — check midlothian.tx.us for current hours. Pairing a morning baseball game with an afternoon splash pad session makes this a legitimately complete day.
For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields city page.
3. Jaycee Park Baseball Complex (Midlothian)
For a family coming from Waxahachie, the drive clocks in at about 18 min without traffic — an easy add-on if you're already headed toward Midlothian.
Location: 1711 Meadow Lane, Midlothian, TX 76065
Midlothian's 10-acre baseball complex with five lighted fields: Jaycee Park is a dedicated baseball facility in Midlothian — five lighted fields, shaded bleachers, concessions, restrooms, a playground, and ThorGuard lightning detection on 10 well-maintained acres. Community-scale operations mean you're not navigating 800-car tournament traffic to catch a rec-league Saturday game. About 17 miles from Arlington and 12 miles from Waxahachie.
Good to know: 5 lighted fields, concessions, restrooms, shaded bleachers, playground, lightning detection system, parking.
Parent tip: ThorGuard clears the fields automatically when lightning is detected — check Midlothian Parks social media for weather delays before driving over.
4. Ennis Bluebonnet Park (Ennis)
Out of Waxahachie, plan for about 20 min in the car — makes Ennis a realistic weekday-afternoon option from Waxahachie.
Location: 201 S US-287, Ennis, TX 75119
City-run youth baseball and softball on eight lighted fields in Ennis: Ennis's Bluebonnet Park is the city's anchor youth sports facility — eight lighted baseball and softball diamonds on 47 acres with two concession stands, restrooms, playground, pavilion, fishing pond, and a 0.75-mile trail. The city took direct control of leagues in 2026 (previously run by independent associations). Current schedule at ennistx.gov.
Good to know: 8 lighted diamonds, two concession stands, restrooms, playground, pavilion, fishing pond, 0.75-mile walking trail, picnic gazebos, 47-acre park.
Parent tip: The city now runs the leagues directly since 2026 — check ennistx.gov for current spring and fall schedule and registration info rather than former association sites.
Planning a specific day? Check the Ennis Bluebonnet Park status page for closures first.
5. Fields at Station 63 (Mansfield)
A committed about 27 min drive from Waxahachie — treat it as a half-day destination rather than a quick stop.
Location: 500 Heritage Pkwy S, Mansfield, TX 76063
The DFW area's premium youth baseball complex, 18 miles north: Fields at Station 63 reopened in late 2025 with eight 100% synthetic turf fields, a 30,000-square-foot indoor training facility with batting cages and pitching lanes, and two full-service restaurants on-site. For Waxahachie families making the drive to a major tournament, the restaurant situation and synthetic turf put it in a different category than most public complexes. No rainouts, food that isn't a $3 hot dog, and pro-style dugouts. About 18 miles via US-287.
Good to know: 8 lighted synthetic turf fields, indoor training facility, batting cages, pitching lanes, two restaurants, concessions, restrooms, pro-style dugouts, bleachers, parking.
Parent tip: Worth the 18-mile drive for a major tournament weekend — the two restaurants mean the whole family eats well without leaving the complex. Open 7am to 10pm daily.
Before you load up the car, review the Fields at Station 63 page for maintenance or event closures.
6. Harold Patterson Sports Center (Arlington)
At 19.6 miles, one of the farther picks from Waxahachie — pack snacks and make a proper outing of it.
Location: 1000 W Bardin Rd, Arlington, TX 76017
South Arlington's 135-acre multi-sport anchor, dedicated 1990: Harold Patterson runs 14 baseball and softball fields on 135 acres with playgrounds, pavilions, concessions, and parking deep enough to handle the tournament crowds that fill it on spring weekends. The scale and history make it the most familiar address in Tarrant County youth sports — Bardin Road lot fills early, the back-entrance lot doesn't.
Good to know: 12 baseball fields, 4 adult softball fields, 2 youth softball fields, lighted fields, concessions, restrooms, playground, pavilion, soccer fields, parking.
Parent tip: The Bardin Road lot fills early on tournament Saturdays — use the secondary back-entrance lot to avoid the main entrance backup.
Save yourself a wasted trip — the Harold Patterson Sports Center page lists current hours and closures.
How we picked these
Every complex here is a publicly accessible municipal or park-district facility — no membership, no HOA gate. We ranked by distance from central Waxahachie, then weighted by number of fields, lighting, concession quality, and sibling-friendly extras. No paid placements.Planning your visit
Spring season runs February through May; fall ball August through October. The Waxahachie Sports Complex hosts the heaviest tournament schedule and fills its parking lot quickly on big weekends — arrive early and check the facility's Facebook page for day-of updates. Fields at Station 63 in Mansfield is the highest-end option in the region and worth the 18-mile drive for a premium tournament experience. For more kids activities near Waxahachie this week, see the Waxahachie events page.For more kids' events near Waxahachie this week, see the Waxahachie events page.
Waxahachie Baseball & Softball Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball & softball fields for kids near Waxahachie, TX?
Our 2026 guide picks 6 standout baseball & softball fields within about 20 miles of Waxahachie. The top picks include Waxahachie Sports Complex, Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields and Jaycee Park Baseball Complex — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball & softball fields near Waxahachie free?
Yes — every baseball & softball field in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Waxahachie Sports Complex, Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields, Jaycee Park Baseball Complex or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball & softball field to Waxahachie?
Waxahachie Sports Complex is the closest pick at about 2.2 miles from Waxahachie. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.