GRAPEVINE, Texas (February 24, 2026) – Experience a family-friendly Spring Break getaway in
Grapevine! From arts & crafts to arcades, dinosaurs to trains and so much more, it’s easy to keep the
kids busy during their time off.
DINOSAURS
Prehistoric Park Meadowmere Park & Campground
Learn about Grapevine’s prehistoric past while roaming a walk-through exhibition of animatronic
dinosaurs. Dig into the action and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family.
- March 14 – 29, 2026
- 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- $29 per vehicle
- 3000 Meadowmere Ln.
- More information here.
Dinos After Dark – Meadowmere Park & Campground
Experience Prehistoric Park like never before – after dark! Wander through our walk-through exhibit of
animatronic dinosaurs as we bring the prehistoric world to life through lights and sounds. Different
themes each Saturday.
- Saturdays, March 14, 2026
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- $29 per vehicle
- 3000 Meadowmere Ln.
- More information here.
GRAPEVINE ATTRACTIONS
Spring SplashFest at Great Wolf Lodge
Celebrate the Spring season when the Lodge transforms into a sun-kissed rebirth of nature, filled with
seasonal festivities, games, crafts and special events. Join in family-friendly activities like the SplashFest
Family Dance Party, Grasshopper Ring Toss, Pin the Frog on the Lilypad, character Meet & Greets and
customized arts and crafts. Plus, sip on seasonal cocktails and mocktails (for the pups) while making a
splash in the 80,000 square foot indoor water park with guaranteed 84-degree fun.
- Daily, March 5 – April 26, 2026
- Spring Break Day passes and room packages are available.
- 100 Great Wolf Lodge Dr. More information here.
Bubble Planet
Dive into an underwater world and visit dwellers beneath the sea in the LED Room, take a dip into an
ocean of living bubbles, step inside a giant bubble, feel miniaturized in a huge bubble bath pit and get
carried away by the continuous illusions in the Infinity Room.
- March 7 – 22, 2026
- 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tickets start at $21
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway
- More information here.
Brain Bean Buddies at Meow Wolf
Explore Meow Wolf Grapevine with a photo scavenger hunt, crack a plant-themed crossword and get
creative in a paper-making workshop, where you’ll turn recycled materials into brand-new paper. - March 14 – 22, 2026
- 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Ticket prices vary
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway
- More information here.
Spring Break at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Explore more than two million LEGO® bricks, experience action-packed adventures in 4D cinema, meet
your favorite LEGO® characters and a Master Model Builder and marvel at DFW’s iconic landmarks in
MINILAND. Then add excitement with interactive rides and play areas for nonstop family fun! - March 7 – 22, 2026
- 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tickets start at $27.99
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway
- More information here.
Spring Break at SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium
Meet rescued sea turtles, hear their inspiring stories and join the Turtle Rescue Team. Discover how to
find sea turtles, feed them, track them and protect them. Meet pencil urchins, cleaner shrimp and
hermit crabs in the interactive rockpools and introduce yourself to two caiman lizards, Mulder and
Scully, and if you dare, venture through the Piranha Tunnel. - March 7 – 22, 2026
- 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tickets start at $22.99
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway
- More information here.
Spring Break at PEPPA PIG World of Play
Capture a sweet photo with the newest little one in Peppa’s family, Baby Evie, at her all-new meet-and-
greet. Jump into the interactive muddy puddles with Peppa Pig’s family in this experience sure to make
everyone giggle and snort! Explore Peppa’s Treehouse and look at the world from way up high!
- March 7 – 22, 2026
- 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tickets start at $22.99
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway More information here.
Train-A-Palooza Model Train Show at Grapevine Convention Center
Head out to the Grapevine Convention Center for the 12th Annual Train-A-Palooza! This year’s event will
include sales tables, working model train layouts and train-related toys. The show features 14,000
square feet of exhibits and sales tables and a mini train you can ride in the parking lot.
- Saturday March 14 – Sunday March 15, 2026
- Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Tickets: $10 adults, children 12 & under are Free
- 1209 S. Main St.
- More information here.
HERITAGE ACTIVITIES
Grapevine Vintage Railroad Spring Break Railroad Adventures
This round-trip railway experience departs from Grapevine and travels along the Historic Cotton Belt
Route between Grapevine’s Historic Cotton Belt Depot and the Historic Stockyards in Fort Worth. After
exploring the Stockyards, you will re-board the train for the return excursion to Grapevine. This train
ride features vintage coaches with ambiance and engaging onboard entertainment, including singalongs,
offering a relaxed way to enjoy the charm and heritage of Vintage Texas rail travel.
- March 14 – 15, March 20 – 22, March 27 – 29, 2026
- Boarding: 9:30 a.m.
- $24 – $38
- 705 S. Main St.
- More information here.
Spring Break at Historic Nash Farm
Experience late 19th
-century Farm life at Historic Nash Farm. The Farm will feature daily themes where
guests can participate in hands-on activities, crafts and history lessons at no cost.
- Saturday, March 14 Field games, parlor games, hopscotch, dominoes and marbles.
- Sunday, March 15 Field games, parlor games, hopscotch, dominoes and marbles.
- Monday, March 16 Laundry, stick pulling, paper boat races and yarn crafting.
- Tuesday, March 17 Corn grinding, tug-of-war, Farmhand relay races and clay pinch pots.
- Wednesday, March 18 Butter making, cat’s cradle, fireside popcorn and weaving.
- Thursday, March 19 Floor washing, dominoes, bubbles and corn husk flowers.
- Friday, March 20 Wool skirting, marbles, log cabin building and watercolors.
- Saturday, March 21 Field games, parlor games, hopscotch, dominoes and marbles.
➢ The Spring Break activities happen between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street. Click
here for more information.
Picnic on the Prairie – Settlement to City Museums
Step back in time at the Settlement to City Museums for Picnic on the Prairie, a two-hour event
celebrating the sights, sounds and stories of life on the Historic Grape Vine Prairie. Enjoy a boxed picnic
lunch prepared by Weinberger’s Deli and challenge the family to friendly rounds of classic lawn games
from a bygone era this Spring Break.
- Monday March 16 – Sunday March 22, 2026
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Admission: $15
- 206 W. Hudgins St.
- More information here.
Spring Break Movies at the Historic Palace Theatre
Kick back and enjoy a classic movie on the big screen with morning and afternoon screenings at 10 a.m.
and 2 p.m. - Monday, March 16 Ratatouille – 10 a.m.
Dr. Dolittle – 2 p.m. - Tuesday, March 17 The Secret of NIMH – 10 a.m.
The Parent Trap – 2 p.m. - Wednesday, March 18 Ice Age – 10 a.m.
The Karate Kid – 2 p.m. - Thursday, March 19 Cars – 10 a.m.
Tooth Fairy – 2 p.m. - Friday, March 20 Madagascar – 10 a.m.
Zathura: A Space Adventure – 2 p.m.
➢ Movie admission is $5. The Historic Palace Theatre is located at 300 S. Main St. Reserve your
tickets in advance here.
ARTS & CRAFTS
Kids Paint Your Pet – Painting with a Twist
Your furry (or scaly) friends deserve some love, too! Turn your pet’s photo into a portrait with step-by-
step instructions from our amazing artists. Kids aged 7+ will love turning their favorite pet into art.
- Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Tickets: $55
- 203 E. Worth St.
- More information here.
Hop & STEAM Kids Happy Hour at Hop & Sting Brewing Company
Bring the kids out for a different kind of Happy Hour! Hop & Sting’s very own staff member (and former
outdoor education teacher) is bringing the classroom outdoors with a
mix of STEM + Art activities that will spark curiosity, creativity and fun. From hands-on science
experiments to engaging art projects, kids will get to learn, play and explore. - Limited spots to children in grades 3 to 5.
- Saturday, March 7, 2026
- 10:30 a.m. – Noon
- 906 Jean St.
- More information here.
Learn to paint China with Paola Bari: IPAT Museum of Porcelain Art
Learn how to porcelain paint your own china and fire it in a kiln. There are classes for different at 204 E.
Franklin St. Find more information here.
➢ Class for mature teens and adults:
o Saturday, March 14, 2026
o 9 a.m. and Noon
o Admission: $40 (includes all supplies and firing)
➢ Class for school-aged children:
o Friday, March 13, 2026
o 1 – 3:30 p.m.
o Admission: $40 (includes all supplies and firing)
Spring Break Cartoons & Crafts at Lancaster Theatre
Get crafty while enjoying iconic cartoons in the Palace Arts Center’s Lancaster Theatre daily over Spring
Break at 10 a.m.
- Monday, March 16 The Smurfs
- Tuesday, March 17 Tiny Toon Adventures
- Wednesday, March 18 Scooby Doo
- Thursday, March 19 Inspector Gadget
- Friday, March 20 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
➢ Admission is $6 for children (includes the craft activity, small popcorn and drink), $3 for
adults (includes a drink) and the activities at the Lancaster Theatre, 300 S. Main St. You can
find more information here.
ARCADES & GAMES
Round1 Bowling & Arcade
Experience wall-to-wall entertainment with cosmic bowling, exclusive Japanese arcade games, karaoke,
billiards and delicious food.
- Daily, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway
- More information here.
Spring Break Junior Pickleball Camp at Chicken N Pickle
Designed for ages 7 – 13, this camp is all about learning the game, improving skills and making new
friends. With plenty of court time, exciting games, and lunch included, it’s a great way to spend Spring
Break.
- Session 1: March 17 – 18, 10 a.m. – Noon, Session 2: March 19 – 20, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Admission: $65
- 4600 Merlot Ave.
- More information here.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Grapevine is home to more than 20 hotels including the family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge, luxury
Gaylord Texan Resort and Hilton DFW Lakes. The destination has no shortage of places to rest between
all the fun. Book your Spring Break getaway here.
ABOUT GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Grapevine, Texas, is a charming destination located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex,
offering a blend of history and modern amenities. Known for its vibrant hospitality, Grapevine is home
to a range of world-class hotels. From luxe resorts, including Gaylord Texan, to the boutique Hotel Vin
and family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge, visitors will find accommodations that suit their needs and
preferences. Grapevine is home to the Urban Wine Trail, Historic Main Street, Historic Nash Farm,
Grapevine Vintage Railroad and hosts many annual festivals and events including GrapeFest® – A Texas
Wine Experience, Main Street Fest – A Timeless Texas Tradition and the Christmas Capital of Texas®,
featuring more than 1,400 Christmas events over 40 days.