# Esports Open Play at Northdale Park & Recreation Center

> Event for families in the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 7 · 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Where: Northdale Park & Recreation Center, 15510 Hooting Owls Pl, Tampa, FL 33624
- Ages: Ages 8-17
- Price: Free admission
- Status: Ended (last date Sat, Nov 7).
- Organizer: Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation
- Official page: https://hcfl.gov/residents/parks-and-leisure/recreation/esports
- Last checked: Fri, Nov 6

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## About

Looking for free, supervised weekend recreation for gaming enthusiasts? Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation hosts weekend Esports Open Play sessions inside the dedicated gaming lab at Northdale Park. Kids and teens can participate in casual friendly tournaments and cooperative multiplayer gameplay across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC gaming stations featuring Rocket League, Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and Madden. Friendly staff and park supervisors keep games positive and welcoming. The community center features ADA-accessible entrances, clean public restrooms, water fountains, and outdoor playground and basketball courts for sibling play.

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