Dreamland
2770 Highway 290, Dripping Springs
512-827-1279
https://dreamland.us/
Just down the road from downtown Dripping Springs is this expansive outdoor entertainment, sports, arts, music and beer-garden venue. There’s a putt-putt course for the kids, along with a more challenging course for us old folks, championship-level pickleball courts, impressive art and sculptures from top international artists and the huge sports bar and beer garden that showcases many of the locally-owned breweries and wineries we’ve been telling you about. The beer garden playscape and splash pad will make sure your kids are asleep before you get home!

Schlitterbahn
400 N. Liberty Ave., New Braunfels
830-625-2351
https://www.schlitterbahn.com/
Situated alongside the Comal River, the waterpark has 51 attractions spread over 70 acres of splashy wet fun! The Resort at Schlitterbahn is right on top of the action for overnight stays, and fully equipped vacation homes located near the park can help you plan that complete family getaway.

Austin Zoo
10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin
512-288-1490
https://austinzoo.org/
As a registered nonprofit organization, Austin Zoo relies on private donations, admission fees, gift shop sales and fundraising events to pursue its mission to assist animals in need. Located in southwest Austin off Highway 290 and Circle Drive, the zoo offers a natural and peaceful environment on 15 acres where the entire family can be together outdoors while learning about and supporting the care of these magnificent animals. Check the website for information on their education programs and field trip opportunities.

EVO Entertainment — Kyle Crossing
3200 Kyle Crossing, Kyle
512-523-9009

166 Hargraves Drive, Suite A100, Austin

512-884-5183
https://www.evocinemas.com/

Austin-based EVO Entertainment Group is evolving entertainment as the leading operator of cinema-entertainment complexes with a portfolio that includes EVO Entertainment (Kyle) and EVO Cinemas (Belterra Village, Austin/Dripping Springs). Beyond reinventing the "we're going to the movies" experience, EVO has become the industry leader in delivering experiential entertainment that offers bowling lanes, games, attractions and delicious food and beverages from their scratch kitchens and bars. All ages can find their way to play here!

7101 W. Highway 71, Austin

512-957-9909

Find an extensive lineup of games, attractions and entertainment for the whole family! Thirty thousand square feet of all kinds of fun, such as climbing walls, mini bowling, laser tag, bumper cars, an arcade and more. Once the appetite kicks in after all this activity, there's an on-site restaurant with everything from nachos and quesadillas to burgers, wings, pizza and salads. Beer and wine for the adults, along with a great kids menu too! There is also ample space for your birthday parties and special events. So, come and be EPIC! Open every day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin

512-232-0100

The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center uses native plants to restore and create sustainable, beautiful landscapes. The mission is to inspire the conservation of native plants through their gardens, research, education and outreach programs. In doing so, they improve water quality, provide habitat for wildlife and enhance human health and happiness. Officially designated as the Botanic Garden and Arboretum of Texas.

1710 N. Farm to Market 1626, Buda

512-312-4207

Memorial Mini Golf & Museum is the world's first World War II-themed miniature golf course. Nestled in between the 45 SW Toll and Buda, this 18-hole miniature golf course was created using turf that is PGA approved. This challenging putter's course will take you through different campaigns in WWII, and the museum on-site gives greater detail that showcases artifacts donated by locals. Beer is served on-site and this venue makes a fun outing as well as a fantastic place to host events.