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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: One of the best things about spring is that it turns all of us into treasure hunters. After a long winter, we adults start scanning the world for signs that life is returning: We notice the first mist of green in a forest's understory, the first brave crocus, the first daffodil. If we point out loud, kids catch on quickly, drawn by the thrill of seeking what
winter was hiding even just a few weeks ago, and they're ready to find magic behind every tree. Of course, in certain parts of North America, spring can be stingy in early April: The calendar may insist it’s here, but the yard is still beige, the trees are still bare, and the only things blooming outside are spreading patches of mud. But there’s no rule that says spring surprises have to come only from Mother Nature! That’s one reason I’m such a fan of egg
hunts. Last year, I wrote an extremely popular step-by-step article showing how to Turn Easter Into a Treasure Hunt, complete with a printable PDF of rhyming clues. It’s right there waiting for you, ready to make you look like a genius with practically zero effort. And if you want to kick it up a notch and invite a crowd, our article Easter Egg Hunts: Tips and Tricks for a Great Party lays out the
strategies for what may be the easiest, fastest, best-bang-for-the-buck kids’ party on Earth. Sure, egg hunts feature prominently in our culture's Easter traditions, but they needn't belong only to Easter, they're a wonderful diversion anytime, in any context. Spring is a season that proves there’s treasure everywhere. Sometimes the universe provides the fun for us. And sometimes we create it ourselves.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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Creator Camp is back in Fort Worth, TX, for Summer 2026! As seen on Shark Tank, our camp transforms kids from technology consumers into active creators. We’ll be hosting our award-winning programs at The Clariden School in Southlake, just outside Fort Worth. Running weekly from June 1 to August 7, 2026, we offer immersive experiences in filmmaking, YouTube content creation, animation, music production, game design, and coding. Campers gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools in a fun, collaborative environment. Don’t miss this opportunity for your child to unleash their digital creativity and build real-world skills this summer!
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Join us in 2026 for Mainstay Farm’s Spring Festival in Cleburne, TX, just outside Dallas & Fort Worth! Enjoy two Easter themed weekends with egg hunts and Easter Bunny visits, followed by two weekends celebrating baby animals and strawberry themed treats, plus picture-perfect photo ops and 30+ family-friendly attractions. Experience one of the top spring events in North Texas!
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Prepare for Adventure and Step Back in Time for the Time of Your Life into the 16th century world of the iconic Scarborough Renaissance Festival filled with lively entertainment, amazing artisanship, and interactive fun for everyone!
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Waste to Wonder explores how creativity and innovation can transform discarded materials into something new. Made in collaboration with the Tarrant County Education Foundation, the exhibit examines how long common items take to decompose, what materials people used before plastics, and how artists and companies are rethinking waste today. Interactive stations invite visitors to sort materials, test recycling knowledge, and explore how many bottles, cans, or plastic bags it takes to make familiar products. Designed using repurposed materials where possible, Waste to Wonder acknowledges that sustainability is an ongoing effort and that imperfect can still be impactful.
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Don’t miss the opportunity to see the largest exhibit of live, exotic butterflies in North Central Texas. Exhibit visitors will have the chance to see a diverse collection of butterflies from various parts of the world, including Central, North and South America, Africa, and Asia. The Blue Morpho (Morpho peleides), known for its striking beauty, is one of the most popular butterflies on display. Additionally, local favorites will also be showcased.
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The community-friendly event is open to all ages and abilities. Our goal is to make sure every participant can enjoy the fun, excitement, and joy of an Easter egg hunt - no matter their ability level. We'll have a variety of egg-hunting options designed to meet different needs, including visual, auditory, sensory-friendly, mobility-accessible, and alternative search methods. There will be eggs and activities for everyone. Come celebrate with us in a welcoming environment where every participant can succeed, have fun, and feel included.
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Join us for this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza at PGA Frisco, benefitting Make-A-Wish North Texas! Join us for a day of springtime festivities at PGA Frisco’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza, benefitting Make-A-Wish North Texas! Celebrate with an array of Easter-themed activities that promise fun for the whole family. Plus, we’ve teamed up with Eggmazing to bring an extra special Easter surprise to everyone’s basket!
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Hop into the spring season with us! Bring your little ones to participate in an age-organized hunt, and fill their baskets with colorful eggs placed throughout our Performance Lawn. Afterwards, meet the Easter Bunny, visit the arts and crafts station, and take a family photo with adorable live rabbits. Please note: The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 2 PM and is a quick activity that lasts only a few minutes. We strongly encourage visitors to arrive on time, as eggs go fast!
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Dance the night away at Kaleidoscope Live, our First Saturday Concert Series! Each month, a different cover band takes the stage for an unforgettable performance under the stars.
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Catch a flick on the big screen in the PGA District! Friday movies will begin at 7:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn blanket to sit on. PGA District restaurants will be open to serve your favorite foods before and after each show; concession beverages will also be available for purchase from our roaming beverage carts. As a reminder, outside food and drinks are not permitted, nor are lawn chairs. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times.
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Get ready for an unforgettable night of glow in the dark fun! Grab your flashlight, dress in your favorite neon/bright clothing, team up with friends, and race to find neon eggs all around. It's a thrilling adventure you won't want to miss!
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Hop into spring with an egg-citing Easter celebration! Join us for a morning or afternoon filled with festive fun, creative activities, and an unforgettable egg hunt. Your little ones will enjoy arts and crafts stations, face painting and colorful hair spray, a dance party with the Easter Bunny, and an exciting egg hunt to find the golden egg! Each child will also receive a kids meal with chicken nuggets and fries.
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Take the fun of Summer and pack it into a single day and you get Play Days at the Frisco Athletic Center. Available year-round on FISD holidays, these Day Camps are designed to provide a safe and fun environment for kids to be engaged and challenged on days off of school. During Play Days kids will play games, complete puzzles, make crafts, and go swimming.
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech! Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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- Free Spring Mini Photo Session with Shoott! - Shoott - Broadway, New York, NY, 04/02/2026-04/04/2026, See link for times
- Texas America250 Reading Challenge - Texas State Library and Archives Commission - 1201 Brazos St, Austin, Texas 78701, 04/03/2026-04/04/2026, all day
- Easter Eggstravaganza - Mike Lewis Park - Mike Lewis Park, Grand Prairie, TX, 04/04/2026, 10 am- 1 pm
- Aquatic Egg Dive - Plano Aquatic Center - Plano Aquatic Center - Wildcat Way, Plano, TX, 04/04/2026, 11 am- 1 pm
- Adapted and Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt - G. Roland Vela Soccer Complex - 3801 N Elm St, Denton, TX, 04/04/2026, 3-5 pm
- Hop Long Dance
Party - Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center - 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051, 04/04/2026, 6:30 - 8 pm
- Kaleidoscope Live Concert Series - Kaleidoscope Park - 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034, 04/04/2026, 7-9 pm
- Movie Night - District - PGA District - PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX, 04/03/2026, 7-9 pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Mid-Cities is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more. Our
guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Midcities area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in theMid-Cities? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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2025's Top 20 Places to Take Kids in the Mid-Cities Area, as voted by thousands of parents! Our Top 20 results page includes a list of your top picks, including winners in special categories like Top Arts Educator, Top Sports Educator, and Top STEM
Educator!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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