Here is a list of family friendly events nearby to help make Christmas break even more fun! Geared towards the Kennedale ISD break and these are family friendly.? {{more: continue}}?
- Experience the dazzling colors of lasers and Christmas music while also benefiting our veterans! Saturday December 23rd 7:00 pm More Info: More Infro
HAPPY HOLIDAYS POP UP MARKET – THE SLEEPY COTTAGE IN DOWNTOWN ARLINGTON
- A unique shopping experience. Handcrafted, many one of a kind creations by local artisans fill the front room of The Sleepy Cottage. A wide range of fabulous finds, including ceramics, woven baskets, framed and unframed art, jewelry, Christmas decorations, handmade soaps and candles and more will appeal to you and the people on your gift list.?
Saturday, December 23rd 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm @ The Sleepy Cottage downtown Arlington. More Info: More Info
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES
- Enjoy complimentary horse drawn carriage rides Friday and Saturday in downtown Ft Worth. Lines form and pick up at Crockett Square near Mash’d.
December 23rd, 29th, & 30th 6 :00 – 9:00 pm
INTERLOCHEN LIGHTS: THE BEST LIGHT SHOW IN TEXAS
- Dec 23rd, 24th and 25th 7:00 – 11:00 pm More Info: More Info
PANTHER ISLAND ICE: Ft Worth’s Only Outdoor Skating Rink
- Open through January 15th 11:00 am – 11:00 pm with special holiday hours More Info: More Info
COMEDY AND MAGIC SHOW FOR ALL AGES – ARLINGTON IMPROV
- Ladies and gentleman, children of all ages (4 and up), get ready as the Arlington Improv brings you variety comedy, stand-up comedy and magic all in one show. This is an interactive show designed to have you and your whole family laughing and in awe no matter your age, with a combination of comedy and magic, the FUN doesn’t stop!!!
Use “MAGIC” promo code for $8 tickets! Sunday, December 24th 2:00 pm. More Info
SWING DANCE LESSONS – SOUTHSIDE PRESERVATION HALL
- Swing Dance Lessons at Southside Preservation Hall make Tuesday the BEST night of the week! Come on out and join us as our amazing instructors Nestor and Brigette teach us The Lindy Hop! In their own words ‘learn the basics and transitional steps of the Lindy’ For added fun tonight will be ‘crazy socks’ night, so come on out with your favorite crazy socks and dance the night away! $5 per person no experience or partner needed fun for all ages ( anyone under 15 must be accompanied by an adult)
Tuesday, December 26th. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Beginners lessons at 8 pm- Intermediate lessons at 9 pm with dancing until 11:30 pm More Info
WINTER BREAK CAMP -?CLIFF NELSON RECREATION CENTER (for the kids)
- This is a great way to spend Winter Break. Come join us for a week full of fun games and activities. Please bring a sack lunch and we’ll provide the afternoon snack. Pre-registration required. $125/week or $35/day
December 26th – 29th January 2nd-5th. More Info/Register: Call Cliff Nelson Recreation Center @ (817) 561 – 2819
MAGNIFICENT MAMMALS: WINTER BREAK FAMILY ACTIVITY
- Enjoy an animal exploration followed by a craft. Choose from an 11:30 am; 1:30 pm; or 3:30 pm time slot. Registration is available in person at the Science Center day of event. Cost is $2 per person. Recommended for children ages 2 and up with a responsible adult
Wednesday, December 27th 11:30 am – 3:30 pm. River Legacy Science Center. More Info
RADICAL REPTILES?– WINTER FAMILY BREAK ACTIVITY- RIVER LEGACY SCIENCE CENTER
- Enjoy an animal exploration followed by a craft. Choose from an 11:30 am; 1:30 pm; or 3:30 pm time slot. Registration is available in person at the Science Center day of event. Cost is $2 per person. Recommended for children ages 2 and up with a responsible adult.
Thursday, December 28th 11:30 am – 3:30 pm More Info
DROP IN LEGO HOUR – NORTHEAST BRANCH LIBRARY ARLINGTON
- Stop by for a LEGO free-for-all! Build a car, a spaceship, or a castle-anything you can imagine! This event is come and go for children 5- 12 years.
Thursday, December 28th 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
GUIDED HIKES– WINTER BREAK FAMILY ACTIVITY- RIVER LEGACY SCIENCE CENTER
- Go on a guided hike led by a River Legacy Naturalist to explore the winter flora and fauna of River Legacy Park. Hike will be followed by a craft or activity. Choose from an 11:30 am; 1:30 pm; or 3:30 pm time slot. Registration is available in person day of event. Cost is $2 per person. Recommended for children ages 2 and up with a responsible adult.
Friday, December 29th 11:30 – 3:30 pm. More Info
GLOW NIGHT – FLIGHT DECK ARLINGTON
- Friday Night at Flight Deck is glow night! Jump in for games, a live DJ, and dance parties!! $15/person – All Ages Welcome
Friday, December 29th 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm. More Info
UGLY SWEATER PARTY AT ICE AT THE PARKS MALL ARLINGTON
- Grab your finest ugly sweater and skate for $5
Friday, December 29th @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm. More Info
LINCOLN SQUARE STUDIO MOVIE GRILL SPECIAL NEEDS SCREENING : STAR WARS EPISODE VIII THE : LAST JEDI
- A pillar of SMG?s Outreach since 2001, our monthly Special Needs Screenings are designed for families raising children with special needs. Special Needs Screenings are shown with the lights up and the volume lowered and children are free to move around, talk, or even dance in the aisles during the movie. The sensory friendly screenings are free for children with special needs and their siblings. Adult tickets are available at before-noon price. There are no advance ticket sales. Parental guidance is always suggested
Saturday, December 30th 11 am. More Info
- Countdown to 2018 and bid farewell to 2017 with a bang! Parties include Glow Bowling, Music, Billiards, Rock Climbing, Laser Tag, and Video Games! Enjoy a Pizza Buffet and Unlimited Soft Drinks during the Family Party and Food & Drink Specials during the Countdown Party.
Sunday, December 31st 6:30 pm – January 1st 2:00 am. More Info
ENCHANT NYE CELEBRATION
- Ring in 2018 surrounded by family and friends at #Enchant! Don?t worry about a babysitter or having to stay at home with the little ones, come to the biggest winter wonderland in Texas. Celebrate a safe, fun, and family-friendly New Years while enjoying 2 million lights in the world’s largest light maze, skating on our magical ice-skating pond, and live entertainment from HOB Gospel Brunch Choir and Lady Diamond & the Rough Rubies
Sunday, December 31st 5:00 pm – 12:30 pm. More Info
NEW YEARS EVE ALL NIGHT SKATE – ARLINGTON SKATIUM
- Come celebrate the new year with us on New Years Eve! There will be lots of games and skating all night long! We will also be having a balloon drop at midnight!
Sunday, December 31st 7:00 pm – 6:00 am. More Info
SCI-FI DAY DIY SLIME-LAKE ARLINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
- Lake Arlington branch will be celebrating Sci-Fi Day on Monday, January 2nd with our DIY Slime program! For children ages 5-12. No registration required.
Tuesday, January 2nd 5:00-6:00 pm
