Fun On The Run Paintball Park Celebrates Its Founding Story and More Than Three Decades of Paintball
David Creamer • June 10, 2026
FORT WORTH, Texas — Fun On The Run Paintball Park traces its roots back to 1989 when founders Mike Creamer and Ray Knight discovered a sport that would ultimately become a lifelong passion and a family business spanning generations.
The story began when Creamer and Knight played paintball for the first time at a local facility. When that location announced it was closing, the two friends decided to take a chance on keeping the sport alive for themselves and others.
With a small amount of money borrowed on credit, they purchased ten Survival Game SplatMaster paintball pistols and basic equipment. Their original goal was simple: generate enough revenue to pay for their own paintball games.
"We thought we'd run a few games and still have plenty of time to play ourselves," said the Creamer family. "Instead, the response was so strong that we quickly found ourselves spending more time operating games than playing them."
Fun On The Run Paintball Park opened on approximately 14 acres of rented property in Parker County. The facility originally featured a single playing area known as the "Small Field." As participation grew, a second area known as the "Big Field" was added, followed by a small speedball field.
The park's name was chosen deliberately. During paintball's early years, many people viewed the sport as a military-style activity. The founders wanted to emphasize a different message—that paintball was about recreation, excitement, and having fun with friends and family.
The name "Fun On The Run" reflected that philosophy and remains unchanged more than 35 years later.
In 1993, Ray Knight departed the company, leaving the Creamer family to continue operating and expanding the business.
What began as a small operation with ten rental paintball pistols has since grown into one of North Texas' longest-running paintball destinations, serving generations of players and helping introduce thousands of people to the sport.
Today, Fun On The Run Paintball Park continues the same mission established in 1989: providing a fun, safe, and memorable outdoor experience for players of all skill levels.
About Fun On The Run Paintball Park
Founded in 1989, Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned paintball facility serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The park has grown from a single playing field in Parker County to a multi-field destination in Fort Worth, Texas, offering paintball experiences for players of all ages and skill levels.
FORT WORTH, Texas — Between 2024 and 2026, Fun On The Run Paintball Park earned multiple honors through the annual DFW Favorites awards program, recognizing the park's growing impact on family entertainment and outdoor recreation in North Texas. In 2024, Fun On The Run received its first nomination and captured first place in the Extreme Adventure category. The recognition marked the park's first appearance in the awards program and highlighted its reputation as one of the region's premier destinations for outdoor recreation and paintball. In 2025, Fun On The Run returned to the competition and once again earned first place in the Extreme Adventure category, becoming a back-to-back winner. The momentum continued in 2026 when the park achieved its strongest showing to date, earning: • First Place – Child Birthday Party Venue • First Place – Family Attraction • Second Place – Outdoor Adventure • Second Place – Bachelor Party Venue The awards reflect the park's continued growth and its ability to serve a diverse range of guests, including families, birthday parties, youth groups, corporate events, schools, churches, and recreational players. From its beginnings on 14 acres in Parker County to its current Fort Worth facility, Fun On The Run has remained focused on providing memorable experiences for guests of all ages. The DFW Favorites recognitions represent another milestone in the park's ongoing history and commitment to serving the North Texas community. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Founded in 1989, Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned outdoor recreation facility located in Fort Worth, Texas. The park offers paintball, youth activities, birthday parties, and group events for thousands of guests each year.
FORT WORTH, Texas — In 2024, Fun On The Run Paintball Park received one of the most significant honors in its history when it was recognized as the Number One Paintball Park in the Southwest by Major League Paintball and members of the paintball industry during an industry gathering in Las Vegas. The recognition highlighted more than three decades of dedication to growing the sport of paintball and providing exceptional player experiences. Since opening in 1989, Fun On The Run has expanded from a small operation with ten rental paintball pistols into a destination featuring more than 43 acres of playing space, multiple themed playing fields, modern rental equipment, and a full-service pro shop. The award recognized the park's commitment to facility improvements, customer service, safety standards, community involvement, and ongoing investment in the sport. For the Creamer family, the recognition represented a milestone achievement and validation of decades of work dedicated to paintball and outdoor recreation. The honor further established Fun On The Run as one of the premier paintball destinations in the United States and reinforced its reputation throughout the paintball industry. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned paintball facility located in Fort Worth, Texas. Founded in 1989, the park has served generations of players throughout North Texas and beyond
FORT WORTH, Texas — In 2020, Fun On The Run Paintball Park completed a major modernization of its rental equipment program with the adoption of Planet Eclipse EMEK paintball markers. The upgrade replaced the park's long-serving Tippmann rental markers and represented one of the largest rental equipment improvements in company history. Planet Eclipse EMEK markers are widely recognized throughout the paintball industry for their reliability, consistency, low maintenance requirements, and player-friendly design. Unlike traditional rental equipment, the low-pressure EMEK platform offers a smoother shooting experience with reduced recoil, improved efficiency, and increased reliability for both new and experienced players. The investment reflected Fun On The Run's philosophy of continually improving the player experience by utilizing modern equipment and technology. The transition also improved the experience for first-time players by providing rental equipment that was easier to operate and more consistent during gameplay. The rental fleet modernization remains one of the most significant equipment upgrades undertaken by the park and continues to benefit thousands of players each year. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Founded in 1989, Fun On The Run Paintball Park serves players from across Texas and remains committed to investing in modern facilities, equipment, and customer experiences.
FORT WORTH, Texas — In 2014, Fun On The Run Paintball Park completed one of the most significant facility improvements in company history with the opening of a full-service on-site pro shop and customer service building. The project represented the culmination of more than two decades of experience serving paintball players through retail operations across North Texas. By relocating and expanding retail operations directly to the park, players gained convenient access to equipment, repairs, paintballs, compressed air services, and expert support in a single location. The facility's architectural design received industry recognition when the building earned a 2014 Fort Worth AIA Architectural Design Award. The project was designed by architect Bart Shaw and was recognized for its innovative design and contribution to the local architectural community. The new facility further strengthened Fun On The Run's commitment to enhancing the customer experience while providing a central hub for players visiting the park. The pro shop continues to serve both recreational and competitive players, offering equipment sales, maintenance, technical support, and rental services. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Fun On The Run Paintball Park has been serving North Texas since 1989 and operates one of the region's longest-running paintball businesses, including a full-service pro shop located at the park.
FORT WORTH, Texas — As interest in tactical outdoor sports continued to grow, Fun On The Run Paintball Park expanded its offerings in 2013 with the introduction of Airsoft and the opening of a new themed playing field known as the District. The addition of Airsoft provided players with another outdoor recreational option while building upon the park's long-standing commitment to action sports. The new program welcomed both experienced Airsoft players and newcomers looking for an immersive team-based experience. That same summer, Fun On The Run introduced the District Field, one of the most ambitious field projects in the park's history. Designed to create an urban-style environment, the District featured structures, obstacles, and layouts intended to simulate close-quarters gameplay and objective-based missions. The field quickly became one of the park's most recognizable attractions and remains an important part of the facility's field lineup. The addition of Airsoft and the District Field reflected the park's ongoing investment in providing diverse experiences for players and maintaining its position as a leading outdoor adventure destination in North Texas. These additions marked another important milestone in the continued growth of the park, which had expanded from a single playing area in Parker County to a multi-field facility serving players from throughout Texas. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Founded in 1989, Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned outdoor recreation facility located in Fort Worth, Texas. The park offers a variety of paintball and outdoor adventure experiences for players of all skill levels.
FORT WORTH, Texas — As paintball grew in popularity, many families searched for ways to introduce younger players to the sport in a safer and more approachable format. In 2012, Fun On The Run introduced Pee-Wee Paintball, creating an option specifically designed for younger participants and families looking for age-appropriate outdoor activities. Building on that success, Fun On The Run became an early adopter of Low Impact Paintball in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in 2015. Low Impact Paintball utilizes .50 caliber paintballs and specialized equipment to deliver the same excitement and gameplay as traditional paintball while reducing impact energy by approximately 67 percent compared to traditional .68 caliber paintball. The introduction of Low Impact Paintball allowed the park to expand participation opportunities and lower the minimum playing age to 8 years old. Rather than replacing traditional paintball, the program was designed to complement it. Fun On The Run expanded its rental fleet to include both .50 caliber Low Impact equipment and traditional .68 caliber paintball equipment, allowing players to choose the experience that best matched their comfort level and skill. The addition of Pee-Wee Paintball and Low Impact Paintball helped introduce thousands of new players to the sport and reinforced the park's commitment to making outdoor recreation accessible to a wider audience. Today, families, birthday groups, church groups, schools, and first-time players continue to use these programs as an introduction to paintball. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Fun On The Run Paintball Park has served North Texas since 1989 and offers paintball experiences for players of varying ages and skill levels.
FORT WORTH, Texas — By the late 1990s, the popularity of Fun On The Run Paintball Park had outgrown its original Parker County location. To meet increasing customer demand and create opportunities for future growth, the park relocated to its current location at 2621 Roberts Cut Off Road in Fort Worth around 2000. The move represented a dramatic expansion for the business. What had started on approximately 14 acres grew into a 43-acre facility within the Fort Worth city limits. The new property allowed Fun On The Run to begin developing larger and more immersive playing environments. The first major fields included the Wild West Field, known today as the West Field, and a second course simply referred to as Field 2. As player participation continued to grow, additional themed playing fields were added over the years. One of the most notable additions was the Castle Field, which quickly became a favorite among players. Growth continued throughout the next decade, eventually leading to the development of ten unique playing fields across the property. While the fields have evolved and changed over time, the goal has remained the same: providing players with a variety of game environments and experiences. The expansion was driven by increasing participation in paintball and growing demand from customers seeking larger facilities and more diverse playing experiences. Today, Fun On The Run Paintball Park occupies more than 43 acres and continues to evolve with new attractions, field improvements, and experiences for players of all skill levels. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned outdoor adventure facility serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Since 1989, the park has welcomed players from across Texas and beyond.
FORT WORTH, Texas — Fun On The Run Paintball Park traces its roots back to 1989 when founders Mike Creamer and Ray Knight discovered a sport that would ultimately become a lifelong passion and a family business spanning generations. The story began when Creamer and Knight played paintball for the first time at a local facility. When that location announced it was closing, the two friends decided to take a chance on keeping the sport alive for themselves and others. With a small amount of money borrowed on credit, they purchased ten Survival Game SplatMaster paintball pistols and basic equipment. Their original goal was simple: generate enough revenue to pay for their own paintball games. "We thought we'd run a few games and still have plenty of time to play ourselves," said the Creamer family. "Instead, the response was so strong that we quickly found ourselves spending more time operating games than playing them." Fun On The Run Paintball Park opened on approximately 14 acres of rented property in Parker County. The facility originally featured a single playing area known as the "Small Field." As participation grew, a second area known as the "Big Field" was added, followed by a small speedball field. The park's name was chosen deliberately. During paintball's early years, many people viewed the sport as a military-style activity. The founders wanted to emphasize a different message—that paintball was about recreation, excitement, and having fun with friends and family. The name "Fun On The Run" reflected that philosophy and remains unchanged more than 35 years later. In 1993, Ray Knight departed the company, leaving the Creamer family to continue operating and expanding the business. What began as a small operation with ten rental paintball pistols has since grown into one of North Texas' longest-running paintball destinations, serving generations of players and helping introduce thousands of people to the sport. Today, Fun On The Run Paintball Park continues the same mission established in 1989: providing a fun, safe, and memorable outdoor experience for players of all skill levels. About Fun On The Run Paintball Park Founded in 1989, Fun On The Run Paintball Park is a family-owned paintball facility serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The park has grown from a single playing field in Parker County to a multi-field destination in Fort Worth, Texas, offering paintball experiences for players of all ages and skill levels.
