Friday, March 4, 2016

SPRING BREAK EVENTS - Waco Area





Here's a little guide of what's going on this Spring Break...fun events for kids or the whole family.  I also suggest visiting this article which includes some things that are available all the time (museums and such) that would make great Waco Spring Break activities.  

SATURDAY - March 5


In Driving Distance:

  • Austin, TX (and surrounding areas) - There is all sorts of things going on this Saturday in Austin...a parade, a Cultural Fair, Science Presentations at UT, and more.  Find a complete list at Free Fun in Austin.

  • Discover the Dinosarus  - Belton, TX - 9am to 7 pm - Walk through exhibit of static and animatronic dinosaurs complete with a Dino Dig, Dino Theater, Dino Coloring Area and Scavenger Hunt plus unlimited Dinosaur Rides, Mini Golf and inflatables.  $15 to $22.



SUNDAY - March 6

  • CORRECTION:  The “Spring Forward for Amphibians” day at the zoo is NEXT Sunday, March 13...not the 6th.


In Driving Distance:

  • Austin, TX (and surrounding areas) - There is all sorts of things going on this Saturday in Austin... a Kite Festival and concert, free museum entrance, Texas Independence Day stuff, and more.  Find a complete list at Free Fun in Austin.



MONDAY - March 7
  
  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
Babe
Monday, March 7th:
11:00A | 1:30P
  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. - At the Gov. Bill & Vara Daniel Historic Village (behind the Mayborn), experience hands-on history making butter, pumping water from a well, wringing clothes, and more! 
  • 10:30 am & 2:30 pm - Appearances from MR. POTATO HEAD 
  • 11 am & 3 pm -Watch Disney/Pixar's Toy Story in the museum theater at . 
  • Skate Waco - Free roller skating at Skate Waco 1 pm to 5 pm



TUESDAY - March 8


  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
Babe
Monday, March 7th:
11:00A | 1:30P
Tuesday, March 8th:
11:00A | 2:30P | 6:15P | 9:45P
  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. - At the Gov. Bill & Vara Daniel Historic Village (behind the Mayborn), learn what it took to make corn meal, coffee, and herbs into usable staples in the late 1800s. Then hop aboard and ride through the village in a horse drawn carriage. (Subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather).
  • 10:30 am & 2:30 pm - Appearances from MR. POTATO HEAD 
  • 11 am & 3 pm -Watch Disney/Pixar's Toy Story in the museum theater at . 

  • Skate Waco - Buy one Get One admission and extended Retro night (5 to 9).  FREE.




WEDNESDAY - March 9

  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
Rio
Wednesday
11:00A | 2:00P | 6:00P | 8:30P


  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. - At the Gov. Bill & Vara Daniel Historic Village (behind the Mayborn), Help us grow flowers, vegetables, and more by planting seeds in the village garden. Then come say hi to cute farm animals in the village. (Subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather)
  • 10:30 am & 2:30 pm - Appearances from MR. POTATO HEAD 
  • 11 am & 3 pm -Watch Disney/Pixar's Toy Story in the museum theater at . 




THURSDAY - March 10

  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
Rio
Thursday March 10th:
11:00A | 2:00P | 6:00P | 8:30P
  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. - At the Gov. Bill & Vara Daniel Historic Village (behind the Mayborn): Turning on the lights meant something different in the late 1800s. Come make hand-made candles in the village. Then hop aboard and ride through the village in a horse drawn carriage. (Subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather)
  • 10:30 am & 2:30 pm - Appearances from MR. POTATO HEAD 
  • 11 am & 3 pm -Watch Disney/Pixar's Toy Story in the museum theater at .



FRIDAY - March 11

  • Waco Hippodrome$3 movie (see below), including popcorn and a drink  (this price may be just for kids or for kids and adults)
Rio
Friday, March 11th:
11:00A | 2:00P
  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. - At the Gov. Bill & Vara Daniel Historic Village (behind the Mayborn) come play horseshoes, ring toss, classic toys, egg races, and more! 
  • 10:30 am & 2:30 pm - Appearances from MR. POTATO HEAD 
  • 11 am & 3 pm -Watch Disney/Pixar's Toy Story in the museum theater at .  
  • Drinks and Doodles With the Hewitt Library Director - 2 to 3 pm - Not really sure what this is about. Looks like maybe adult coloring but might have a kid friendly aspect too.  If nothing else, they're at a library so they could read while you "drink and doodle."   
  • Art Center Waco Cookies & Coloring - 3 to 5 pm -  Explore the work of Jackson Pollock and eat cookies. The Art Center is open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 5pm. Admission is FREE


SATURDAY - March 12

 SUNDAY - March 13














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