Southlake is known for hosting festivals year round that bring in visitors from all over the world. Some of the most popular special events include Oktoberfest and the Masterworks Concerts. Find other top things to do with kids in Southlake in the category below:

• Save on three hours of unlimited mini-golf or go-karting at the Zone Action Park
• Indulge in fine dining and high-end boutique shopping at the Southlake Town Square
• Fish in the pond, skate around the paved hockey court, play on the playground, hike or bike some trails, or have a picnic at Bicentennial Park
• Enjoy traditional Southern food at Lo-Lo’s Chicken and Waffles
• Let the kids thumb through toy collections at Owl’s Nest Toy Shop

Southlake has 12 community parks and 14 neighborhood parks for residing and visiting families to enjoy. Each offers different features and playsets so the kids will never get bored. For more family-friendly activities, try the following:

• See a live performance at the Palace Arts Center
• Head to Arlington for half-off skating and rentals from ICE at The Parks
• Spend the afternoon playing at Mountasia Family Fun Park, just 30 minutes away
• Visit the Ripley's Believe it or Not! amusement park in Grand Prairie
• See a show at the Texas Star Dinner Theatre in Grapevine

The strong southern culture in Southlake can be understood and appreciated at many of the city’s sightseeing hot spots. Explore popular attractions, famous landmarks and free things to do in Southlake with kids:

• Appreciate the public art scattered throughout downtown Southlake
• See exhibitions or watch a film at The Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth, free for kids 18 and under
• Take a quick 10-minute drive to the historic district in downtown Grapevine
• Visit the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Dallas
• See artwork from the finest western artists at the Great American West Gallery

Make today all about the kids with children’s activities galore. Southlake has state-of-the-art play facilities like waterparks and indoor amusement centers. Find a variety of fun things to do with kids in Southlake in the category below:

• Save on a one month kids package at Gymboree Play & Music
• Cool off on a hot day at the Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
• Burn off some energy at Jump!Zone, an indoor play center with inflatable slides and arcade games
• Unleash your competitive sides with one hour play passes at The Battlefield
• Book a zombie paintball hayride for 2 or 4 at the DFW Adventure Park in Northlake

Kid-friendly group activities in Southlake are never-ending. With so many open green spaces for team sports and adventurous excursions available the hard part will be choosing a unanimous favorite. Browse group entertainment in Southlake below:

• Reserve a ziplining tour at the DFW Adventure Park
• Plan a Creative Soul Rockstar or Makin' Music party for 12 at Creative Soul Music School
• Schedule a boating trip or party boat cruise with Sam’s Dock
• Book an archery outing for 2 to 6 at Cinnamon Creek Ranch
• Go on a guided 2-hour kayaking trip with Discover Kayak

In Southlake, educational kids activities are easy to come by too. Browse book collections at the local library or spend the afternoon gazing at fish in the aquarium. Other fun learning activities for kids in Southlake include:

• One month of discounted classes at the Southlake Tutoring Academy
• Visiting the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium
• Private horseback riding lessons at Rancho La Rosa
• A step into the pioneering past at Nash Farm in Grapevine
• Score discounted admission to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science when you visit Dallas

Get the kids excited about art, theater, or music lessons in Southlake. The city offers options for beginners and practiced musicians on a wide variety of instruments. Find the right deal and get started with a new instructor today:

• Sign up for dance at Dana’s Studio of Dance or Dance With Me Southlake
• Take beginner guitar lessons at Katie Parr Music Academy
• Register for music lessons at Creative Soul Music School or Soar Music School
• Watch live glass-blowing demonstrations at Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Fine Art Gallery in Grapevine
• Try creative art classes at Kids Art in Southlake or plan a party

Texas has a reputation for its hot, humid summers. Fortunately, there’s a surplus of things to do inside with kids in Southlake. For more fun indoor activities, try the following:

• Test your teamwork in the Red Door Escape Room
• Get discounted game cards at Alley Cats Entertainment
• Save on bowling, shoe rental, the buffet, drinks, and unlimited arcade games at iT'Z in Euless
• Enjoy the retro vibe as you skate around at Interskate Roller Rink
• See a family-friendly movie at the Harkins Theatre Cine Capri