Summer brings plenty of opportunities for kid-friendly activities—vacations, camps, outdoor adventures, and more! However, as summer winds down, the focus shifts to preparing for another school year. Just because it’s time to start marking items off the school supply checklists doesn’t mean the fun has to end. We’ll help you discover exciting attractions and sweet treat shops that are close to home, so the feeling of summer and adventure can stretch on as long as possible this year. Mix & match these exciting activities and delicious desserts for multiple, kid-friendly ways to get active, have a blast, and enjoy a special day together as a family!
Adventure Activity:
Grand Adventure
Mini golf at Grand Adventure is a chance to spend a fun afternoon with the family as you swing your way through the 18-hole course. This facility also has an outdoor go-kart track, so get ready to start your engines and see which family member takes home first place. The indoor arcade provides much-needed relief from the summer heat and helps keep the excitement going during a day of fun. grandadventuretexas.com
The Playhouse Children’s Museum
Looking for an activity well-suited to littles? The Playhouse Children’s Museum is an indoor, hands-on experience for kids of all ages. The museum consists of play areas designed to look like a miniature street, lined with local businesses. Kids can explore the veterinary clinic, serve customers at the coffee shop, and shop in the local grocery store. The museum offers a great chance for kids to engage with each other and use their imaginations. playhousemuseum.com
Urban Air Adventure Park
Kids who love to climb, jump, take risks—and get their parents’ heart rates up—will love Urban Air Adventure Park. The attractions at this facility range from trampolines and a tubes playground to climbing walls and bumper cars to laser tag and a ropes course. Parents are welcome to participate, too, or just enjoy the fact that every activity is designed to keep kids active, allow them to (safely) burn off energy, and make sure they have a great time. urbanair.com/texas-hudson-oaks
Film Alley
There’s nothing like taking in a movie to get out of the heat and entertain your crew. While heading to see the latest movie is almost always a crowd-pleaser, Film Alley offers much more. Arrive before showtime and enjoy the expansive games in the Redemption Arcade as you wait for your movie to begin. Afterwards, rent shoes for the group and keep the adventure going with a game or two of bowling that everyone will enjoy. weatherford.filmalley.net
Canyon Springs Waterpark
Waterparks are a popular way to beat the Texas heat. At Canyon Springs Waterpark, the Springs (water-filled play areas) are perfect for little ones, while the Snake Pit and the Wave Pool are a little more fast-paced. For extreme thrills, try the Canyon Racer and the Texas Tornado—these attractions will appeal to the more adventurous. Whatever attractions your group chooses, a visit to Canyon Springs Waterpark is an exciting way to round out the summer with the whole family. canyonspringswaterpark.com
Sweet Treat:
Dulce Panda Creamery
With staple flavors and new options each week, Dulce Panda Creamery will soon be your new favorite go-to ice cream spot. dulcepandacreamery.com
Yogurt Story
If your kids are all about those toppings—candy, cookies, brownie bites—then Yogurt Story will be a big hit after an active day. Facebook: @YogurtStoryWeatherford
Funky Munky
Nothing says summer like shaved ice. Funky Munky offers a long list of delicious regular and specialty flavors. funkymunkyshavedice.com
Lizzie’s Rolled Ice Cream
A unique take on a classic treat, Lizzie’s Rolled Ice Cream is the perfect place to end an eventful day. lizziesrolledicecream.com
Whit’s Frozen Custard
If your crew likes an ultra-creamy treat, visit Whit’s Frozen Custard and choose from classic options or the flavor of the week. whitsfrozencustard.com/texas-locations/willow-park