Allen, Texas

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Spring Staycation in Allen

Spring break in Allen means family time! Find your ultimate family staycation here!

Spring Staycation in Allen

Spring break in Allen means family time! Find your ultimate family staycation here!

The Dinosaur Company offers a wide range of tours and workshops for any age! From Dino Expeditions and DinoSTORY Time to BYOB STEAM Animatronic Tours, there is an activity for everyone! Prices range from $8 – $15 per ticket depending on the activity.

Caffe Promenade, is a locally favored cafe, well-known for fresh, seasonal fare, outstanding beverages, and daily baked mochi donuts. Great for breakfast or lunch!

Check out the Watters Creek Village Spring Break Pop-Up Party, March 13 from 11am-1pm! Activities include kids crafts, face-painting, balloon artists, an interactive DJ, Animal Petting Zoo and light refreshment

Watters Creek Village is a premier, resort-style shopping and entertainment destination in Allen set within 52-acres of lush landscaping and natural features that include a village green and running creek. Give the parent who shops some time to look around while the kids have plenty of space to run around!


Open to the public daily from dawn until dusk, the Meadow at Connemara Nature Preserve is 72 acres of natural habitat, rich in floral diversity that is reminiscent of the tall grass Blackland Prairie that once existed here. It's an ideal stop for a family nature walk!

The brand new Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center is a great spot to burn off some extra energy as a family. A three story Treehouse Playground provides tons of fun for the kiddos, as well as basketball, volleyball and pickleball courts for playing as a family! There is even a track and fitness room if parents want to take turns getting some exercise in! Family Day passes are $28.

The HUB is a community-powered entertainment venue perfect for families, friends, coworkers, parties and events Grab lunch or dinner from 3 bars and 6 restaurants. There are daily events which include live music, outdoor movies, and sports watch parties. 

Here's what's coming up!

March 8 @ 6pm - Live Music: Chris Moreno 

March 11 All Day - Every Monday! $1 game card at Top Dog Arcade lets you play ALL DAY.

March 14 @ 6pm - Movie Night: Mulan

March 17 @ 4pm - DJ Dance Party!


Spirit Park has everything you need for a great time outdoors as a family, from a treehouse themed playground to hike and bike trails. Get outside and enjoy!

You have 60 minutes to solve the task at hand using the clues and puzzles hidden throughout. It’s hectic, fun and challenging! Choose from four rooms, each room has an immersive story that can be enjoyed by participants of all ages.

When visiting Allen, there’s nothing more thrilling than attending a Dallas Sidekicks soccer game at Credit Union of Texas Event Center and cheering on the team alongside hundreds of rallying fans!

Don't miss one of these upcoming games: 

March 13 @ 7pm - HERO NIGHT, Dallas Sidekicks vs. Tacoma Stars

March 17 @ 3pm - ST. PATRICK'S DAY, Dallas Sidekicks vs. Milwaukee Wave

March 24 @ 4pm - CITY NIGHT, Dallas Sidekicks vs. Texas Outlaws



Armor Brewing Company is the perfect spot for a family dinner. Whether you sit in their cozy yet spacious tap room or out on the beer garden patio, it is a laid-back atmosphere for a great meal. There are plenty of great options for kids and adults alike!

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