Things To Do

Summers in Texas are hot. Very hot. So, we've learned to adapt. Once the temperature gauge hits 100 degrees, there are three things Texans do to stay cool: stay inside, get wet and escape to a lake.

Looking for some Texas getaways? Year round, there's many great options to choose from. The summer months, however, are great for exploring the Texas coast, lakes and rivers - anything that provides a respite from the heat.

Gather your whole family to take part in a weekend of eating, playing, watching, and learning in Collin County! With free movies, a food festival, a magic show, and more, there are plenty of activities to do this weekend that both kids and adults wil

We know how exhausting Texas summers can be, with the sun beating down relentlessly. So here's a roundup of all the splash pads in Collin County (and in neighboring North Texas suburbs) for your kids to cool off in a safe and supervised environment.

For fishing in the early hours of the morning and skimming over waves on a jet ski, the number of Texas lakes brim to more than 150.

Take part in numerous family-friendly activities to do this weekend, including a petting zoo and opportunities to support local businesses. Adults can cool down in the heat with a margarita walk, or take up a new hobby.

Happy 4th of July! This weekend has plenty of celebration activities for the whole family filled with music, fireworks, and more. While you celebrate, take a look at local art and get the chance to receive free items.

UPDATE: Due to popular demand, Round Room Live and Cityneon announced that JURASSIC WORLD: THE EXHIBITION will be extending its North Texas run through January 2, 2022! Tickets are available at www.JurassicWorldExhibition.com .

Celebrating America's independence by shooting off colorful, explosive chemistry into the sky during a fireworks show has been around as a 4th of July tradition since American independence itself.

Take part in numerous summer celebrations with your family, get an immersive dinosaur experience, or pick up a new hobby this weekend.