Allen

• City Description

Nestled in North Texas, Allen is a city that harmoniously combines its rich historical heritage with modern development. Founded in 1872 as a small farming community, it has evolved into a vibrant suburban hub known for its exceptional quality of life. With well-planned neighborhoods, top-notch schools, and low crime rates, Allen attracts families seeking safety and a welcoming environment. The city’s cultural scene thrives with events, festivals, and the Allen Event Center, ensuring there’s always something exciting happening. For shopping enthusiasts, the Allen Premium Outlets offer a world-class experience, while green spaces and parks provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Allen, with its educational focus and business-friendly atmosphere, strikes a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.

A City of Tradition and Progress: Allen, Texas, strikes a harmonious chord between its storied past and thriving present. Established in 1872 as a humble agricultural settlement, Allen has blossomed into a flourishing suburban community that embraces both its historical roots and modern aspirations. With meticulously planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a low-crime environment, Allen attracts families seeking a secure and welcoming place to call home. The city’s cultural vibrancy is palpable through its diverse events, festivals, and the bustling Allen Event Center. Shopping enthusiasts will find retail therapy at its best in the Allen Premium Outlets, while the city’s green spaces and parks beckon nature enthusiasts. Allen’s commitment to education and business-friendly environment further solidify its position as a city that seamlessly marries tradition and progress.

• Center of Entertainment

• Allen Event Center
• The Village at Allen
• Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
• Topgolf Allen
• iFLY Indoor Skydiving
• Cinemark Allen 16 and XD
• Hydrous Wake Park
• The Courses at Watters Creek

• Churches

• First Baptist Church Allen
• Cottonwood Creek Church – Allen Campus
• Chase Oaks Church – Woodbridge Campus
• St. Jude Catholic Church
• Creekwood Church
• Water’s Edge Church
• Grace Evangelical Free Church
• Allen Heights Baptist Church
• North Pointe Church
• Stonebriar Community Church – North Campus (located in nearby Frisco, Texas)

• College and Universitys

• Collin College
• University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas)
• Amberton University
• Dallas Baptist University (DBU) – North Campus (en Garland, cerca de Allen)

• Commercial Zones
• Allen Premium Outlets
• Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
• The Village at Allen

• Gyms

• 24 Hour Fitness – Allen
• Anytime Fitness Allen
• Life Time Fitness – Allen
• LA Fitness – Allen
• Crunch Fitness – Allen
• Orangetheory Fitness Allen
• Snap Fitness Allen
• Planet Fitness – Allen
• Allen Community Ice Rink & Gymnasium (ACIR)
• Allen Sports & SpineCare Chiropractic & Gym

• Libraries

• Barnes & Noble
• Half Price Books
• Allen Public Library
• Books-A-Million (BAM!)
• Lifeway Christian Store
• Family Christian Stores 
• Book Rack
• Thrift Giant
• Thrift World
• Goodwill 

• Parks and Recreation

• Celebration Park
• Allen Station Park
• Bethany Lakes Park
• Ford Pool
• Joe Farmer Recreation Center
• The Courses at Watters Creek (Golf Course)
• Twin Creeks Golf Club
• Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
• Glendover Park
• Bolin Park
• Dayspring Nature Preserve
• Cheatham Park
• Rentschler Field
• Lost Creek Park
• Windridge Park
• Children’s Adventure Garden at Myers Park
• Hydrous Wake Park Allen
• Spirit Park
• Trails at the Woods
• Waterford Park

• Public Schools

• Allen High School
• Lowery Freshman Center
• Ereckson Middle School
• Curtis Middle School
• Anderson Elementary School
• Bolin Elementary School
• Boyd Elementary School
• Chandler Elementary School
• Cheatham Elementary School
• Evans Elementary School
• Green Elementary School
• Kerr Elementary School
• Lindsey Elementary School
• Marion Elementary School
• Norton Elementary School
• Olson Elementary School
• Preston Elementary School
• Reed Elementary School
• Rountree Elementary School
• Story Elementary School
• Vaughan Elementary School

• Private Schools

• All Saints’ Episcopal School
• Allen Montessori Academy
• Lucas Christian Academy
• St. Jude Catholic School
• Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of West Allen
• Primrose School of West Allen
• Light Farms Montessori Academy
• Christian Care Academy
• Allen Christian School

• Public Spaces

• Celebration Park
• Allen Station Park
• Bethany Lakes Park
• Ford Pool
• Joe Farmer Recreation Center
• The Courses at Watters Creek (Golf Course)
• Twin Creeks Golf Club
• Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
• Glendover Park
• Bolin Park
• Dayspring Nature Preserve
• Cheatham Park
• Rentschler Field
• Lost Creek Park
• Windridge Park
• Children’s Adventure Garden at Myers Park
• Hydrous Wake Park Allen
• Spirit Park
• Trails at the Woods
• Waterford Park

• Malls

• Allen Premium Outlets
• The Village at Allen
• Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
• The Shops at Fairview
• Village at Fairview

• Neighborhoods

• Twin Creeks
• Watters Crossing
• Waterford Parks
• StarCreek
• Bethany Ridge Estates
• Allen Heights
• Glendover Park
• Cottonwood Bend
• Suncreek
• Custer Hill Estates
• Quail Run
• Lost Creek Ranch
• Whisenant
• Shadow Lakes
• Montgomery Farm
• The Vistas of Twin Creeks
• Reid Farm
• Silhouette
• Cumberland Crossing
• Beacon Hill

• Restaurants and Coffee Shops

• Spazo Restaurant & Bar
• Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
• Mi Cocina
• Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
• Gloria’s Latin Cuisine
• Allen Café
• The Blue Fish Allen
• Joe’s Italian Bistro
• Sauced Pizzeria
• Allen Café
• Starbucks
• Dunkin’
• Panera Bread
• Einstein Bros. Bagels
• Honeylu’s Coffee
• Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
• Allen Café
• McDonald’s 
• Gloria Jean’s Coffees
• Scooter’s Coffee

• Shops and Boutiques

• Allen Premium Outlets
• Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
• The Village at Allen
• The Shops at Fairview
• Village at Fairview
• Stacy Green
• The Rustic Warehouse
• Plano Antique Mall
• The Gray Door Market
• The Family Place Resale Boutique

• Keypoints

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