11. IMAX Theatre
It's an audio-visual playground! Check out DFW's great IMAX locations.
12. Fort Worth Zoo
Spring Break Camp at the Zoo will teach kids about the local culture, wildlife, habitats and current conservation efforts. Spring Break Camp is a day camp for first through sixth grade students that include crafts, games, animal presentations and a daily trip into the Zoo. Campers must pack a lunch each day and snacks will be provided. March 12-13 and March 15 -16, 2012. Children in grades first through sixth. $75 for one day; $120 for two days; $200 for all four days.Don't forget Half-Priced Wednesdays.
Spring Break Parking Tip: March 10-18, 2012 you can take the Safari Shuttle, provided by The T. The Safari Shuttle bus will run from Bus Bay A adjacent to the Trinity Railway Express platform at The T’s downtown Intermodal Transportation Center (ITC) to the Fort Worth Zoo during spring break. A round-trip day-pass to ride the Safari Shuttle is $3 for adults, $1.50 for seniors 65 and older and children 18 and under, and free for children under 5.
Where: 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110. 817-759-7500
13. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
What: Explore the rugged beauty and discover a sanctuary for endangered species. You can purchase feed for the animals and snacks for yourself. Fossil Rim will open a half hour early at 8 a.m. from March 10-18, 2012. Avoid the crowds and feed our exotics early. Be in line by 9 a.m. and receive a free bag of feed with a value of $7.95. Greet the “wild” residents during breakfast. See how playful they are early in the morning, enjoy avoiding the Spring Break crowds.
Where: Less than an hour from Fort Worth at 2155 County Road 2008, Glen Rose, TX 76043
14. LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (last admission 6 p.m.); Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (last admission 7 p.m.); Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. (last admission 4 p.m.).
Discounts on admission if you purchase online.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Grapevine Mills Mall, 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway, Grapevine, Texas, 972-539-9386.
15. Main Event
What: How about a game of adrenaline-pumping laser tag or indoor climbing in Texas' only indoor gravity ropes course? Play as much as you want when you purchase a Spring Break Blast Fun Pass for $15.95 per person, per day from March 12-18, 2012 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The pass is good for bowling, billiards, bocce ball, laser tag, rock climbing, glow or mini golf, and gravity.
This unique entertainment complex also offers rock climbing, bowling, billards, arcade and other activities.
Where: Locations in Fort Worth, Frisco, Grapevine, Lewisville and Plano.
16. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth's "Spring Break Wonders"
During 2012 Spring Break, March 13 through 16, the Modern will offer afternoon gallery activities from 4 to 4:45 pm each day. These activities are in keeping with the Museum's bimonthly Wonderful Wednesday program in which docents lead children and their adult companions through the galleries to focus on one or two works from the Modern's permanent collection with discussions, stories and related art activities. Different works and artists will be featured each day.Special and expanded program are planned for the week of the Fort Worth ISD's Spring Break. Spring Break Wonders at the Modern is free and open to the public. Attendance is limited so come early to sign-in at the front desk and assure participation.
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107. 817-738-9215
17. Museum of Nature and Science
The Museum of Nature & Science offers hands-on experiments and fun during Spring Break Discovery Camp. Discovery Camp sessions are broken down by grade level, kindergarten - 6th grade, in order to tailor the curriculum and activities to the abilities of each group.The Museum of Nature and Science, 3535 Grand Avenue and 1318 S. 2nd Avenue in Fair Park, Dallas, TX. 214-428-5555
18. Nasher Sculpture Center
© Angela Patterson
19. Six Flags Over Texas
What: Nearly 100 bands will occupy one of several stages set up within the park to entertain guests over the festival’s 8-day run. From a dueling piano performance, to a drum group that’s appeared on the Conan O’Brien show, to several bands that will soon perform at SXSW, there’s a variety of musical entertainment lined up to quench the thirst of any music lover. With more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions, there’s something to entertain the entire family.
When: Spring Break March 10-18, 2012.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., except for Sunday, March 18 when hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: 2201 Road to Six Flags, Arlington, TX 76010. 817-640-8900
20. Top Golf
What: Spring Break Junior Camp: Runs March 12 through March 16, 2012 from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $199 per child and includes a daily snack. This is a great way to keep your kids active and entertained during spring break!
When: Register ASAP. Spaces are limited. Contact Mark Walker to sign up by calling 214-532-4427 or email markw@topgolf.com.
Where: Top Golf, 8787 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231. 214-341-9655
