Educational and fun activities for children don't just take place in school. They are also prevalent in your community. If you're looking for family-friendly attractions to explore this weekend, learn about the playgrounds and games that Grapevine has to offer.
Allow the young members of your family to exert some energy at LEGOLAND Discovery Center. The establishment features an indoor playground where kids can exhibit their creativity, make friends with other children, and participate in interactive games. In the Kingdom Quest exhibit, help your little ones climb aboard a ride and wipe out creatures along the path to protect the princess. Next, dare to embark on a space mission, where you'll be transported beyond the earth to visit other solar powers whose structures consist of Legos.
The kids can show off their flexibility by conquering obstacle courses in the playground. They can also submerge in another world by embarking on the virtual reality ride. If you're visiting LEGOLAND toward the end of the week or on Sunday, then you can introduce the kids to LEGO characters, such as Bertie and Emmet. You can find the Lego-themed establishment in the Grapevine Mills shopping center.
Spend an afternoon in Peppatown by engaging in fun, child-friendly activities at Peppa Pig World of Play, another center in Grapevine Mills. Fans of the popular cartoon can explore several play areas that are also home to notable characters from the show. For example, they can journey through tunnels and enter the underground home of Rebecca Rabbit. At George's Fort, they can experience an adrenaline rush from gliding down slides.
Watch the kids squeal for joy as they balance themselves on tricycles from Grandad Dog's Garage. Peppa Pig is looking forward to their company at her treehouse, where they can climb the steps and explore the inside. They can also visit the supermarket where Miss Rabbit works and shop for groceries.
At SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium in Grapevine Mills, the children in your family can get a front-row seat to their favorite water creatures. The aquarium contains multiple exhibits that allow onlookers to learn about animals. Gain insight into living underwater by walking through the 360-degree ocean tunnel. Marine life, such as a nurse shark, will surround you as they swim behind the glass. You can admire the pectoral fins of the stingray and marvel at the swimming patterns of the sea turtle.
Reptiles will be waiting for you in the Rainforest Adventure exhibit. You can try to maintain your composure as you take a stroll through the piranha tunnel. The children accompanying can also appreciate the length of the python. Head to the interactive rock pools to explore the anemone habit and how it survives in the ocean. You can also escort the kids in your group to a seahorse temple, where they can introduce themselves to the unique animals. They may also enjoy watching the majestic movements of a jellyfish as it frolics through the water.
Invite the older kids in your family for a day of fun and friendly competition at Corky's Gaming Bistro. You can channel your inner lumberjack and recruit your companions for a game of ax throwing. The more your ax sticks its landing close to the center, the more points you'll gain. Make sure you wear flat, closed-toe shoes and loose clothing, along with a top without a hood, to protect yourself while you're handling the ax.
Another activity to check out is the arcade. Purchase a play card to gain access to classic games, such as pinball. When you're done, dare up to five members of your party to join you in an escape room. You'll have one hour to solve the riddles and win the game. There are four experiences to choose from, each showcasing a different genre, including horror and fantasy. Work together with the people in your group to collect clues and free yourselves from the room before your time runs out.
As its name suggests, The Escape Game Dallas is home to escape rooms that allow you and your family to immerse in engaging stories. You'll also need to collaborate and pay attention to clues to ensure your freedom.
Enter a game according to the skill level of you and your fellow players. For example, the Prison Break game requires you to find your way out of a cell, which makes it more suitable for experienced riddle enthusiasts. The Playground game challenges you to complete your tasks or you won't be able to enjoy summer vacation. It's ideal for participants new to escape rooms.
Your time limit to solve the puzzle and escape is 60 minutes. The Prison Break, The Heist, and Gold Rush games allow a maximum of eight participants to a room, while the Playground has a capacity of 12 players. Bring the riddle-loving youth in your family to The Escape Game in Grapevine Mills Mall.
Instead of spending the weekend or school vacations in the house, escort the young members of your family to exciting attractions around Grapevine. Thanks to Grapevine Imaging, you're well-informed on playgrounds and arcades that are appropriate for children of all ages. Is there another establishment in the area that children love? Don't hesitate to give us a call so we can check it out and expand our list.
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