Kids feel like they’re in the wild as they explore this jungle-themed playground.
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McKinney's Al Ruschhaupt Park
The log cabin-themed play area is chock-full of slides, ladders and swings.
Ring in the New Year Before Bedtime
Say goodbye to 2018 at these kid-friendly parties and events around North Texas.
Reunion Tower Observation Deck
Take in a view of the city from Reunion Tower’s renovated observation deck.
Ten Family Memberships Every Family Should Have
Annual passes and memberships to local attractions typically include more than just general admission. We’re all familiar with — and probably have — memberships to the classics like the Dallas Arboretum, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Zoo, so we sought out memberships of the hidden-gem variety that offer perks for everyone in the family.
The Big Apple on a Small Budget
Experience the magic of New York City during the holidays with our family-friendly and budget-friendly guide to the Big Apple.
Winter Camps for Kids on Holiday Break
These programs offer full- and half-day curriculums that teach kids useful new skills like coding, sewing and stirring up savory holiday treats.
Lt. Russell Steindam Park in Plano
Though the colors are faded from full sun exposure, the yellow and blue playground has multiple play sets and plenty of room for kids to run and play.
Best For Families: Dining + Destinations 2016
We can’t close out the year without highlighting our annual Best for Families: Dining + Destinations winners. You voted for your local favorites, we tallied the results.
Sensory-Friendly Movie Screenings
The frequency of sensory-friendly showings and the variety of what theaters offer has broadened, making them more accessible to more families.
Williams Park in University Park
The lengthy new structure offers a variety of safe climbing opportunities, as well as a bridge with protective guardrails.
Score a Slam Dunk With an All-Star Basketball Birthday Party
Teresa Truong knew she was destined to throw a basketball bash for her son Nixon when at 11 months, he took his first steps toward a baby hoop with ball in hand.
Local Circus Trick Classes
Big-top staples such as aerial arts and acrobatics target core muscle groups, improve balance and increase flexibility.
Explore Orlando Beyond Its Theme Parks
If your children are too young or too old to appreciate a theme park, or your family craves different adventures, there are plenty of kid-centric activities and entertainment options to wow everyone.
Make Magical Memories at a Fairy Fest
Elaina’s eighth birthday party was filled with fairy treasures and Pinterest-inspired crafts.
An Adventure-Themed Baby Shower
With inspiration from mom-to-be Lacy’s love for geometric shapes, party hosts put an eclectic spin on the shower’s decorations which doubled as nursery furnishings for her newly renovated home.
Horseshoe Park in Plano
Although a little worn down, the playground at Horseshoe Park offers fun, if traditional, features for kids
A Classical (Arts) Education
It’s easy to foster an appreciation for classic subjects, from opera to cinema, in a child-friendly atmosphere outside the schoolyard.
Family-Friendly Cruises Out of Texas
Three major cruise lines port in Galveston, meaning an epic vacation to Florida, Mexico or the Caribbean is just a hop, skip and a gangplank away.
Pete's Dragon
Is “Pete’s Dragon” appropriate to watch with the kids? Find out the necessary details on violence, nudity and more.