As the second largest city in Texas, Dallas can provide a variety of activities suitable for families seeking to reunite and spend time together. The area possesses a diverse culture and significant historical treasures. Local attractions may extend discount pricing for groups, and other activities may be free or low cost. Many businesses and area attractions recognize that families come in a variety of forms and welcome diversity.
For families that enjoy thrills and chills, the Zero Gravity Thrill Amusement Park can provide an exciting and thrilling day of activity for family reunions. The park is the only thrill amusement park in the world. Families can visit the park year-round, and the park staff is happy to assist with arrangements for parties and family events.
The park focuses on safety first, and then fun, so your family can enjoy the rides without worrying about safety. It offers monthly specials and free rides to make your trip affordable.
The Arboretum offers 66 acres of beautifully orchestrated flowers, woodlands and displays. The gardens host concerts, educational events, art displays and other seasonal activities. Families can use either of the two on-site restaurants or bring a picnic lunch. Families with 20 or more members can purchase advanced tickets at a discounted rate and may choose to include lunch in the ticket price. Several days a week there are buy-one-get-one-free options for adult tickets.
Families may find spring and fall the most spectacular viewing times, but the gardens are open most days of the year. Wedding and event packages are available to help make your family reunion a success.
White Rock Lake can provide your family reunion with an attractive backdrop and accommodating facilities. You can hike, bike, watch the birds or feed the ducks. Picnic areas, playgrounds, restroom facilities and trails offer your family an abundance of options, and you can reserve tables in the picnic areas for your group.
The sticker price will please many families because it costs nothing to park, and enjoy the playgrounds and picnic areas. You can attend the free White Rock Lake Museum Tuesdays through Saturdays. Summer evenings may even include a free concert near Flag Pole Hill or a Fourth of July fireworks spectacular.
If you liked "Night at the Museum" with Ben Stiller, you may love sleepovers at the Museum of Nature and Science. The programs are geared toward children in kindergarten through sixth grade, so families with elementary-aged students may find this activity a great one. The museum staff provides the education, activity instruction, late-night pizza and breakfast in the morning. You provide the adult supervision (one adult per four children), sleeping bags and flashlight.
The program does not allow young children at the sleepover, and some adults may appreciate getting away for more adult entertainment while other family members provide the adult supervision. Groups of 60 may customize the programming; book at least five weeks in advance.
