Grapevine, Texas: A Summer Destination for Family Fun!

GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (June 1, 2026) – Grapevine is an ideal destination for family vacations this Summer. Nestled on the shores of Lake Grapevine near Dallas and Fort Worth and home to DFW International Airport, this Vintage Texas destination offers exciting attractions, family-friendly activities and more than 20 hotels featuring refreshing swimming pools and lakeside adventures - all in a three-mile radius. Leave the chores behind and kick back, unwind and enjoy a fun-filled getaway with the whole family.

Splash into Summer:

• Great Wolf Lodge: Beat the heat at North Texas's largest indoor water park, featuring thrilling slides, a massive wave pool, a lazy river and an outdoor pool. Embrace the spirit of Great Wolf Lodge’s Summer Camp-In with adventure-filled family activities.
• Paradise Springs Water Park at Gaylord Texan Resort: This resort-style water park offers a 600-foot lazy river, waterslides and a giant multi-level water playhouse. Enjoy seasonal activities inside the resort for All-American SummerFest to celebrate America250, including scavenger hunts, pool parties and live entertainment.
• Peace Plaza: Kids can cool off with a splash pad located on Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station. Grapevine Main Station hosts many free events throughout the year, including live concerts, movie nights, the Summer Splash Bash in July, car shows and more.

Explore, play and learn:

• Grapevine Mills Attractions: Grapevine Mills offers so much fun under one roof, with brand name stores and unique attractions. Explore LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Bubble Planet, Meow Wolf: The Real Unreal and SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium. For younger kids, visit PEPPA PIG World of Play and for non-stop action, head to Round 1 Bowling and Entertainment. Dig World, a construction-themed adventure park, will also open at Grapevine Mills this Summer.
• Kids Outdoor School at Hop & Sting Brewing Company: Hop & STEAM Kids Happy Hour will host a Kids Outdoor School event from June 1st – 5th. This week-long adventure is designed to teach rising 3rd, 4th and 5th graders essential survival skills. Outdoor School is an opportunity for kids to unplug and gain some "wild" knowledge!

DINOSAUR ADVENTURES:

• Dinosaur Quest at Grapevine Tower Gallery: Step into Dinosaur Quest, a walk-through maze adventure where curiosity leads the way and every turn reveals a new discovery. Uncover fossils and facts about dinosaurs as you live large in reptilian role-play activities, undertake three Mesozoic Missions spanning 150 million years and mimic dinosaur behavior. Get a hands-on experience by becoming a junior paleontologist and finding evidence of dinosaurs, stomp through the Triassic Age and compare giants of the Jurassic. Admission is $3, children under two-years-old are free. 
• Settlement to City Museums: After enjoying Dinosaur Quest, head next door to keep the prehistoric fun going at this free event. Step into a world of prehistoric fun with interactive dino activities at the Settlement to City Museums, including daily puppet shows, special dinosaur crafts and dinosaur story time and books, dinosaur souvenirs and inflatable dinosaurs.
• Dinos on the Tracks at Grapevine Vintage Railroad: Led by Dr. Rigby Bones and quick-witted Ranger Sam, this family-friendly train excursion is packed with interactive fun from start to finish. It’s full steam ahead as (inflatable) velociraptors roam the aisles, baby triceratops eggs begin to hatch and guests experience a mysterious T-Rex encounter. Along the 90-minute journey, meet life-like dinosaur characters up close, touch real fossils and take the official Junior Dino Explorer Oath. Prices range from $20 – 30 per person.
• Dino Dig at Historic Nash Farm: At Dino Dig, young explorers can step into the role of 19th-century fossil hunters as they excavate “fossils” from a sandpit dig site. Using real excavation techniques, participants will uncover buried fossils while learning how similar discoveries shaped America's history of dinosaurs. Discover how scientists raced to uncover, name and claim some of the most iconic dinosaur discoveries of the 1800s. Admission is $4, children under three-years-old are free. 
• Cartoons & Crafts at the Lancaster Theatre: Make a fun dinosaur craft while watching dinosaur cartoons at the Lancaster Theatre on Thursdays at 10 a.m. from June 4 – July 31. Children are $10 (Includes craft, dino mask, small popcorn and souvenir cup), Adults are $4 (Includes a drink).
• Summer Movie Series at the Historic Palace Theatre: Enjoy classic children’s movies, including some dinosaur themed ones, every Tuesday and Wednesday June 2 – July 29 at the Historic Palace Theatre. Tickets are $5 per person.

HERITAGE ACTIVITIES:

• Historic Nash Farm: Nash Farm offers free daily self-guided tours of the original 1869 Farmhouse and barn. Guests can also enjoy low cost special Summer events including the Dairy Exhibition and Ice Cream Social on June 6, 2026, as well as cheesemaking and jam & jellies workshops.
• Grapevine Vintage Railroad: All aboard Grapevine Vintage Railroad! Ride the rails in 1920’s-era coaches with 90-minute excursions or day trips to the Historic Stockyards, where you can see the cattle drive. While you’re heading to the Stockyards, enjoy a live show onboard.
• Settlement to City Museums: The museums showcase a collection of authentically preserved 19^th century buildings that bring Grapevine’s rich and unique history to life. Enjoy special Summer events including old-fashioned games, honoring America250 and Night at the Grapevine Museums. 

Outdoor adventures & activities:

• Chicken N Pickle: Grab a paddle, hit the court and practice your pickleball game this Summer. Visitors can also enjoy yard games and a full-service restaurant and beer garden for parents.
• July 4^th America250 Golden Jubilee Fireworks Show: Enjoy a classic Summer tradition on the shores of Lake Grapevine! This year's Fireworks Extravaganza will be dedicated to the 50 years of leadership from Grapevine’s Honorable Mayor William D. Tate and America250. Catch the show from the beach, the parks or even from a boat on the lake. Most Lake Grapevine parks will require a $20 per vehicle fee on July 4.
• Lake Grapevine: From hiking and biking to fishing and paddle boarding, Lake Grapevine is filled with adventure.
• WhoaZone at Lake Grapevine: Dive into all that the lake has to offer with WhoaZone, a floating obstacle course with trampolines, slides and more!

To book your Grapevine getaway and find event tickets and additional information about hotels and attractions, visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

ABOUT GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: Grapevine, Texas, is a charming destination located on the shores of Lake Grapevine, and home to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. It offers 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.

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