Family-Friendly Things To Do
May 11, 2010
May 1, 2010
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Looking for some free and cheap things to do with your kids this summer? We've started a list that includes things you can make, places you can explore and so much more. Here are 50 ideas that will be sure to have your kids smiling.
Looking for some free and cheap things to do with your kids this summer? We've started a list that includes some of the neatest playgrounds in the area, free plane rides for kids, nature walks and fossil digs, things you can build, art you can create, sports you can do and so much more. Add your favorite ideas below or e-mail them to Beth Gaddis at bgaddis@tampatrib.com.
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Free water ski shows every Saturday
The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show team performs free shows on Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Racetrack and Douglas roads in Oldsmar. Details: http://tbo.ly/9F78cs...
The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show team performs a show every Saturday.
The lake is located at Racetrack and Douglas roads (the second dirt road entrance on the left) in Oldsmar.
Here is the fall line-up:
Sept. 4: Labor Day Show
Sept. 11: Patriot Day AllStar show
Sept. 18: Margaritaville Show
Sept. 25: Ski Stock Rocks the 80s
Oct. 2: Ski Stock Rocks the 80s
Oct. 9: TBA
Oct. 16: Country Show
Oct. 23: 7:30 p.m. Halloween Night Show "Under the Haunted Big Top"
Oct. 30: 7:30 p.m. Halloween Night Show "Under the Haunted Big Top"
Nov. 27: 4 p.m. Holiday Show
For more information, call (813) 917-8354.
Double Dino days at Dinosaur World
Love dinosaurs? Check out 150 life-sized models at Dinosaur World in Plant City. Plus, kids ages 3 to 12 can dig for fossils, shells and shark teeth in the fossil pit. Website: http://tbo.ly/cNlxSR...
Love dinosaurs? Check out 150 life-sized models at Dinosaur World in Plant City. Plus, kids ages 3 to 12 can dig for fossils, shells and shark teeth in the fossil pit.
Cost: $12.75 for adults, $10.75 for seniors, $9.75 ages 3 to 12. Annual passes: $25.50 for adults, $21.50 for seniors, $19.50 for children.
Special Deals:
August Double Dino Days - Visit in August and get a free pass to come back any day in December.
September Teacher Month - Teachers receive free admission with proof of employment.
October Dog Month- Bring your friendly dog on a leash and receive $2 off admission and pets get treats.
Free Kids on Halloween! - Kids ages 3-12 in costume receive free admission on Halloween Day when accompanied by an adult.
Free November ...
Cool off at these cool splash parks
There's only one way to beat the heat! Don a bathing suit and head to one of these free splash parks in the Tampa Bay area.
There's only one way to beat the heat! Don a bathing suit and head to one of these free splash parks in the Tampa Bay area.
Enjoy the beautiful view along the shores of Lake Maggiore while your kids enjoy the Splash Pad at Dell Holmes Park, 2741 22nd Street South in St. Petersburg. There is also a playground, picnic area, driving range, putting green and boulders to climb.
Your kids will love cooling off at Zephyr Park, 4th Street and 4th Avenue in Zephyrhills.
The Kiwanis Sprayground in Dunedin features whimsical creatures, including "Nessie" that spray, gush and dump water onto kids. The Sprayground is open daily from 9 a.m. to sunset and is free! Kiwanis Sprayground is located in Highlander Park at 1937 Ed Eckert Drive off Michigan ...
Take a free airplane ride
Albert Whitted Airport will offer free plane rides for kids 8 to 17 as part of its Young Eagles program on Saturday, September 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can pre-register or sign up that day. Website: http://tbo.ly/aS9cJ6...
Do your kids love to fly? EAA Chapter 47 will offer free plane rides for kids 8 to 17 as part of its Young Eagles program at Albert Whitted Airport on Saturday, September 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can pre-register or sign up that day.
Pilots have donated their time to fly the kids on half-hour trips that will take the kids down by the Sunshine Skyway, giving them gorgeous views of St. Petersburg and the beaches.
Wiregrass Wednesdays
The Shops at Wiregrass offers free activities from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays for children under 12. Plus, check out the Wiregrass Ranchers Kids Club. Website: http://tbo.ly/9e0pxg...
The Shops at Wiregrass, State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard in Wesley Chapel, offers free activities from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays for children under 12. Plus, check out the Wiregrass Ranchers Kids Club.
Explore your artistic side at Tampa Museum of Art
Watch as your child creates a free art project anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturdays at Tampa Museum of Art. Recommended for ages 6-12. No museum admission necessary. Website: http://tbo.ly/b335jx...
Watch as your child creates a free art project anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturdays at Tampa Museum of Art. Recommended for ages 6-12. No museum admission necessary. Parents, yes, you do have to stay with your child!
Bounce at the Boing! trampoline park
Tired of the kids jumping off the walls? Take them to the new Boing! Jump Center in Tampa. $12 for first hour of play, $9 each additional hour. http://tbo.ly/cMGSwy...
There's a new place to play! The Boing! Jump Center opened March 26 at 622 Ware Blvd in Tampa, next to Brandon Crossroads Bowl. The trampoline park has 11,000 square feet of trampolines on the floors and walls. It's for kids of all ages, but anyone under 18 must wear a safety helmet and have a parent or guardian sign a waiver.
Jumpers can free jump, play 3D dodge ball, or burn calories during BOINGRobics. It costs $12 for the first hour, then $9 for each additional hour. Boing! also offers parties, so I'm betting all the people who are tired of bounce houses may start booking here instead.
Tour the American Victory
Walk the decks just like sailors, soldiers, and airmen did during World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Cost: $10 adults, $8 veterans, $5 kids 4-12. Website: http://tbo.ly/cWNW5i...
Pay homage to the men and women who served our country as you tour this cargo ship that served in World War II and the Korean and Vietnam Wars. It's docked next to the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa.
Walk the decks just like sailors, soldiers, and airmen did during World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Cost: $10 adults, $8 veterans, $5 kids 4-12.
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