The Grand Prairie area is home to many family-friendly activities that appeal to adults and children alike. From educational opportunities to sheer entertainment, here are some ideas for family-friendly activities:

• Gawk at oddities at the famous Ripley’s Believe it or Not!
• Conquer a spooky scavenger challenge at Zombie Scavengers
• Explore the exhibits at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science
• Explore the ocean’s depths at the Sea Life Grapevine Aquarium
• Go for a safari adventure at Sharkarosa Wildlife Ranch

Parents, it’s okay to spend a day doing exactly what you want and taking your kids along for the ride. Fortunately, Grand Prairie is full of activities the entire family will enjoy. Here are some things to do that you (and your kids) will love:

• Score tickets to a Texas Rangers baseball game at Globe Life Park
• Catch the latest blockbuster at Cinemark Movies 16
• Grab some local tex mex at Beto’s Mexican Restaurant
• Explore the beautiful grounds at Delaney Vineyards & Winery
• Drop in to the Museum of Biblical Art to see centuries of art history

Texas is a city full of history, especially in the Dallas area. Be sure to dedicate some time to exploring all this region as to offer! Don’t miss out on the sights by participating in some of the following activities:

• Go on a scavenger hunt walking adventure with Operation City Quest
• Visit Lloyd Park to see the natural beauty Grand Prairie has to offer
• Take a glass-bottomed boat ride through San Marcos Springs
• Ride segways through Fort Worth on a tour with Nation Tours
• Get a view of the Dallas skyline at sunrise or sunset by helicopter with You Take Flight

While visiting the Grand Prairie area, it will be easy to show your kids a good time. If you are looking to visit a local zoo, expend energy at a playground, or indulge in a sweet treat, here are some great places to visit:

• Goof off in the animal themed jungle gym at Safari Run
• Build your own ice cream concoction at Marble Slab Creamery
• Get up close and personal with the animals at Fitz Park Petting Farm
• Get a peek into the animal kingdom at the Dallas Zoo
• Go for a dip, have a picnic, or go fishing at Joe Pool Lake

Gather your friends and family because Dallas County has some fun things that are best done in a group. No matter the weather, one of the following activities is perfect for a day spent with the whole gang:

• Allow your kids to get their fill of arcade games while you relax with a drink at Free Play
• Cool down for just $2 a person in the water features at Splash Park
• Head to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Arlington for a full day of fun
• Put your heads together as you work your way out of The Escape Room
• Tackle big water slides and the wave pool at Hawaiian Falls Waterpark

With its rich history and many educational opportunities, it’s possible to spend a whole day having a blast while learning. Keep things light hearted and learn about soda or dive a little deeper with the history on the Titanic. Find those activities and more here:

• See memorabilia from the history of aviation at the Frontiers of Flight Museum
• Learn about the tragedies of the World War II at the Dallas Holocaust Museum
• Excavate fossils and admire outer space at the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
• Learn about the history of soda at the world’s first soft drink at the Dr. Pepper Museum
• See authentic artifacts and learn more about the sinking of the Titanic at the Titanic Branson Museum

Cultivate a creative spirit in your kids with art, music, dance, and theater classes while they are young. Grand Prairie has easy access to any sort of creative class your child may be interested in. Get some ideas here:

• Teach your little ones the importance of music at Gymboree Play & Music
• Sign up for four-six weeks of music classes with Matt Burke Music Studio
• Teach your kids the creative artform of body movement at the Lone Star Circus School
• Sign up for dance and theater classes at Park Cities Dance
• Attend a children’s art class at The Upstairs Gallery in Arlington

While it may not rain in Grand Prairie often, when it does, it comes down hard. Don’t let the weather get you down and beeline straight to one of these fun indoor activities:

• Take to the ice at the NHL regulation-size rink at ICE at The Parks
• Pretend you’re spending the day outside at Epic Waters Indoor Water Park
• See the world from new heights at the Dyno-Rock Indoor Climbing Center
• Navigate a maze and stay in the game at Laser Quest
• Have a fun round of bowling for the whole family at AMF Bowling Centers