There’s a wide variety of fun activities for families around Texas, from educational events to fun exhibitions, and more, there’s plenty to choose from! Start 2021 having a great time in any of these kid-friendly events in Texas for January 1-15!
Walk beautiful nature trails and discover the life-size animatronic dinosaurs along the way! The entire family will love to hear the dinosaur roar!
Location:
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
DATES:
9 AM- 5 PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday until January 9, 2021
The entire family can have a self-guided tour of the beautiful trails at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary!
Location:
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
DATES:
January 3, 1-5 PM
Spend a night at the Center and enjoy activities such as animal encounters, hikes, outdoor activities, and more!
Location:
Nature Discovery Center
DATES:
January 8,22, February 5,19 | 6 PM
This amazing limited-time exhibit features over 100 arachnids and many interactive exhibits including science experiments, robots, art, and more! The whole family can have a great time at this great event!
Location:
River Legacy Living Science Center
DATES:
9 AM- 5 PM- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, until February 27
Topiaries in the Garden features 12 plant-based animal shapes such as butterflies, elephants, and more!
Location:
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
DATES:
9 AM- Ends on June 30, 2021.
Find many amazing origami displays throughout the Garden, enjoy any of the many programs, and have fun with the family!
Location:
San Antonio Botanical Garden
DATES:
9 AM- 5 PM Ends on May 9, 2021.
See life-sized gingerbread and sugar cookie characters from the comfort of your car! Take amazing pictures, send a letter to Santa, and more!
Location:
The Shops at Legacy
DATES:
10-11 AM- Ends on January 10.
Kids will love this land of technology and video games! Find interactive surface games, a selfie station, and so much more!
Location:
Coppell Arts Center
DATES:
January 2-30 | 10 AM | Friday and Saturday
Explore downtown Austin’s most haunted places and enjoy spooky stories from the tour guides! You will see Austin like never before.
Location:
Omni Austin Hotel Downtown
DATES:
Ends in April 2021
Both kids and adults can enjoy this embroidery class! Learn how to use the materials, design your piece, and more!
Location:
Neill-Cochran House Museum
DATES:
January 10, 1-4 PM
Kids will get to enjoy and learn through a video talk of Chemistry professor Amanda Spiewak! This is one of the cool options for kid-friendly events in Texas for January 1-15!
Location:
The Science Mill- Online Event
DATES:
January 13, 21. 10 AM- 2 PM
The whole family will have a blast at Holiday Bricktacular! From seasonal build activities to a life-sized LEGO Holiday tree, there’s a lot to enjoy!
Location:
LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio
DATES:
Ends on January 4. 9 AM- 5 PM
An event that combines animals, hot chocolate, and an amazing light display has to be the perfect plan for the family! Enjoy all of these and more activities in Zoo Lights!
Location:
Houston Zoo
DATES:
Ends on January 10. 5.30-10.30 PM
Space Age Christmas Trees features over 100 vintage aluminum Christmas trees, rotating stands, halo boards, color wheels, and more!
Location:
1940 Air Terminal Museum
DATES:
Ends on January 3. 10 AM- 5 PM
Space Center Houston will be hosting an interactive and technologically advanced light display and other safely distanced experiences you will not want to miss!
Location:
Space Center Houston
DATES:
Ends on January 3rd- 6 PM- 10 PM
Millions of lights create holiday landscapes, a 65-foot tree, twinkling snowmen, and more! The entire family will enjoy Luminova’s indoor and outdoor entertainment!
Location:
THE NEW RANGERS BALLPARK
DATES:
January 1-3 | 4.30- 9 PM
The family will have a blast enjoying the interactive activities, festive shows, Christmas trees, holiday-themed attractions, and more!
Location:
Six Flags Over Texas
DATES:
Ends on January 3
