Stay and play in Grapevine this Spring Break

Searching for an easy and fun Spring Break destination? Look no further than Grapevine, Texas! Nestled on the shores of Lake Grapevine, near Dallas and Fort Worth, Grapevine offers a unique blend of small-town charm and exciting attractions for all ages. Whether you're looking to unwind at one of our 20+ hotels, splash around in a thrilling water park or enjoy scenic train excursions, Grapevine is the place to stay and play. Book your hotel today and experience the best of Texas!

Here are some must-do activities for your Spring Break itinerary

Spring Break Train Excursions

Climb aboard one of our 1920s-era coaches and take a journey back through time with Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Spring Break Trains. Riders of all ages will enjoy onboard experiences reflective of early 20th-century rail travel and live entertainment. 

  • March 15 - 23 

  • 707 S. Main St.

Great Wolf Lodge

Dive into fun at the Great Wolf Lodge’s 80,000-square-foot waterpark, the only indoor waterpark in North Texas. From waterslides, lazy rivers, MagiQuest and games to dining and shopping, iit's a great place to bring the "pack." 

  • Day passes and room packages are available 

  • 100 Great Wolf Lodge Dr.

Gaylord Texan Resort

Overlooking beautiful Lake Grapevine, the magnificent Gaylord Texan Resort pays tribute to everything Texas on a grand scale. The resort features fun family activities and endless shopping, dining and entertainment.

  • Several room options are available 

  • 1501 Gaylord Trail

Open Play at Chicken N Pickle

Grab your paddle, hit the pickleball court and channel your inner pickler. Chicken N Pickle’s Open Play is the perfect way to advance your pickleball skills while also getting active and making memories.  

  • Daily, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

  • $10

  • 4600 Merlot Ave.

Spring Break Cartoons & Crafts at Palace Arts Center

Get crafty while enjoying an iconic cartoon at Palace Arts Center each day over Spring Break. The cartoon and craft changes daily!

  • March 17-21, 2025 at 10 a.m.
    • Monday, March 17 - Cartoon: The Smurfs
    • Tuesday, March 18 - Cartoon: Tiny Toon Adventures
    • Wednesday, March 19 - Cartoon: Scooby Doo
    • Thursday, March 20 - Cartoon: Inspector Gadget
    • Friday, March 21 - Cartoon: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
    • Crafts vary each day
  • 10 a.m.
  • 300 S Main St.

Sweet Baby James: The #1 James Taylor Tribute at The Palace Arts Center

Listen to uncanny Taylor-like vocals and guitar played by Nashville musician Bill Griese. Classic songs including "Fire and Rain," "You’ve Got a Friend" and "Shower the People" are sure to make for a fun night.

  • Saturday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.

  • $38

  • 300 S. Main St.

Nash Farm

Spend your Spring Break experiencing late 19th-century farm life at Historic Nash Farm. This 5.2-acre historical landmark centers around the house, barn and family cemetery built by Thomas Nash in 1869. There will be daily themed activities for Spring Break March 17 - 21.

  • Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Free 

  • 626 Ball St.

Harvest Hall

Harvest Hall brings the unique flavors of eight different International kitchens all in one European-style food hall. From pizza, chicken sandwiches and brisket to Latin, Mediterranean, Thai and seafood, each member of your family is sure to find exactly what they’re craving. 

  • Open daily, hours vary

  • 815 S. Main St.

Meow Wolf Grapevine: The Real Unreal

Explore the transformative power of creative energy at Meow Wolf’s The Real Unreal. The power of imagination unfolds within a mesmerizing, interactive artscape. Featuring a massive collaboration between Texas and Santa Fe-based artists, Meow Wolf Grapevine expands into a new era of art and storytelling.

  • Mon-Fri: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Tickets start at $60
  • 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center

Located at Grapevine Mills, this $12 million, 35,000-square-foot attraction features more than two million LEGO® bricks. Build and time your race car at LEGO Racers Build and Test, or stroll through MINILAND where you can view some of DFW’s iconic landmarks built out of LEGO brick. Add a thrill to the adventure with three rides and interactive play areas. Make time to chat with the Master Builder and see what he's working on. 

  • Daily, times vary

  • Tickets start at $39.99 

  • 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway

SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium

Spend Spring Break under the sea exploring 16 captivating themed zones and get up close to thousands of fascinating sea creatures, including rays, jellyfish and rescued sea turtles.

  • Mon-Sat: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Sun: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Tickets start at $25.99

  • 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway

Peppa Pig World of Play

Peppa Pig World of Play at Grapevine Mills lets little ones dive into the vibrant world of Peppa Pig with fun, interactive play areas. Children can explore iconic spots from the show, like the Muddy Puddles and Peppa's House while enjoying endless giggles and imaginative play. It is sure to be an oinktastic time!

  • Tickets start at $22.99

  • Daily, hours vary

  • 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway

Lake Grapevine

With 8,000 gorgeous acres, Lake Grapevine is a Spring Break hotspot with boating, water-skiing, windsurfing, fishing, hiking and camping. Offering two marinas, Scott’s Landing Marina and Silver Lake Mariana, boaters are set. There are also public boat access ramps and boat rental options available. Click here for a full list.

  • Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

  • Scott’s Landing Marina: 2500 Oak Grove Loop S.

  • Silver Lake Mariana: 2500 Fairway Dr. #1  

Cowboys Golf Club

The world’s only NFL-themed golf club is in Grapevine. The Cowboys Golf Club features 18 holes of exquisite championship golf and a full-service bar and grill.

  • Sun-Thurs: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri-Sat: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Book a tee time here.
  • 1600 Fairway Dr.

*Times and prices are subject to change.

Categories: Family Fun, Seasonal, Free
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Erin Pellet

Erin Pellet is the Communications Coordinator for Visit Grapevine. She grew up in Roanoke, Texas, and frequently spent time making memories on Grapevine's Historic Main Street. She is a former TV News Reporter/Anchor and a Texas Tech alumna. She is excited to work in the Christmas Capital of Texas!