Things to do with Kids in Arlington

Six Flags Over Texas

THE original Six Flags Over Texas is where tons of childhood memories have been made – and there’s plenty more memories to be made! For the younger crowd, there’s Bugs Bunny Boomtown, where kids 42” and under can explore and crawl around at Looney Tunes Adventure Camp, and aspiring thrill seekers can get their first taste of a roller coaster on Wile E. Coyote’s Grand Canyon Blaster, specially designed with kids in mind. For tweens, teens, and beyond, hop on coaster after coaster to get your adrenaline fix on world-class roller coasters like the Titan, New Texas Giant, Aquaman: Power Wave, and Mr. Freeze.  

 

 

Hurricane Harbor 

During the summer months, this is the perfect, family-friendly place to cool down and have some fun. Race down water iconic slides, float along the lazy river, and share a ride on Tornado and Tsunami Surge. 

 

The NEW Splash Island features over 110 interactive water features, seven kid-friendly slides, a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, family cabanas, and enhanced dining options. The little ones can splash around at Splashwater Beach with shallow water dumping buckets, and spraying hoses, and curtains of water. Check out the interactive play structure, Splash Island, with slides and a Texas sized tipping bucket that will be sure to keep you cool.  

 

 

Epic Waters 

For year-round weatherproof fun, check out the largest indoor waterpark in North Texas, in our neighboring city, Grand Prairie. Relax in the lazy river, slip down tons of water slides, test your skills on the FlowRider® surf simulator, and let the little ones splash around on the interactive play structures. Plus, there’s private cabanas available, onsite café for refreshments, and an arcade when you need a break from the water! 

All You Can Play Arcade Games 

River Legacy Park & Living Science Center 

Discover interactive environmental exhibits aquariums and terrariums with native animals. Learn about nature through one of their public event or classes. Free to enter, the Center’s Atrium has self-exploration activity tables, terrariums with native wildlife, plus the surrounding nature trails. For a small fee, the Discovery Room features interactive exhibits and technology to virtually immerse yourselves in the woodland environments of next door River Legacy Park, which features custom playgrounds & playscapes for toddler age and up along the expansive green space. Have a covered picnic or see if you can spot the wildlife or identify different flowers on the 8-mile trail great for biking, walking, and jogging.

Urban Air 

When they can jump high, compete in obstacle courses, or find magic around every corner of the indoor playground, you know bedtime is going to be easier. Tire them out at this trampoline and adventure spot. Great for walking toddlers and above, even parents will want to get in on the fun! 

The Planetarium at UT Arlington 

Astronomers in the making can explore the night sky in one of the three largest planetariums in Texas. Buckle up and take a tour of the Texas night sky, see the solar system, and watch a full dome feature program with surround sound. You can even take a virtual roller coaster around different planets and ask astronomers questions about the night sky! 

Grey Area Studio 

Who would love the chance to play with fire and glass, supervised of course! Hear us out. Grey Area takes arts and crafts to the next level with their hands on glass blowing classes, where you can make your very own piece of blown glass. They rotate out seasonal projects, or you can make a classic glass piece. And yes, kids can absolutely take a class – the minimum age is 5 years old! (We’ve personally witnessed young children in a class, and the instructors are SO GOOD at supervising, walking them through the process, the science behind it, and allowing kids to be as hands on as possible, while keeping everyone safe!) 

Arlington Skatium 

Skate the day away in the largest roller-skating facility in Texas. Check out their calendar for half-price skate days and stroller skates for the little ones! They even offer skating lessons for all skill levels. 

Alley Cats 

There’s A LOT to do under this one roof – bowling, laser tag, arcade games, putt-putt, batting cages, AND rock climbing. Experience a whole new world with their virtual reality laser tag, which puts you in a whole new reality to battle it out in the laser tag arena. Don’t forget to check their website for deals and packages to make the most of your time!  

 

Go Ape Arlington 

Cheeky Monkey 

This is one way to wear the little ones out! Dubbed as an “edutainment” recreation center for children ages 10 months to 8 years old, let them loose and explore the interactive play areas, craft areas, clubhouse, arts and crafts station, and more! The entire place is filled with soft indoor play park equipment, with lots of padding, and designated areas of play for children under the age of four and over the age of four.  

Slick City Arlington 

Slip and slide down slides of all shapes, sizes, and speed for hours of fun for all ages. The main attraction here are the giant slides, some of which will launch you high enough to feel like you’re flying for a few seconds, but there’s plenty of other fun like the Sport Air Court and the Junio Jungle, where kids under 45 inches tall can climb around the multilevel play structure. Check out the Little Sliders Club for designated time and space for kids ages 7 and under and Sensory Hours for a calmer and quieter environment for those with sensory sensitivities. 

The Secret Chambers Escape Room 

Trade in the screens for some IRL challenges and puzzles! Test your skills in some award-winning escape rooms and see if you can escape in an hour. Choose from immersive experiences that will put you in the middle of a pirate adventure, Poe’s haunted manor, or Area 51. Do you have what it takes to escape?