Take abrshort trip to Texas-sized summer fun at the grandest resort destination in thebrLone Star State. Gaylord Texan Resort's 14th annual SummerFest, presented bybrPepsi®, includes fun family entertainment, unique culinary programs andbrexciting outdoor activities at the recently expanded 10-acre pool and lazybrriver playground, Paradise Springs. SummerFest kicks off May 26 andbrruns through September 4.
Can't-Miss Fun for Kids
Round upbryour posse and work together to solve clues at the all-new “Escape the WildbrWest: Escape Room”. Enjoy the “Texan Canvas Corral,” where families can choosebrtheir favorite Texas-themed canvas and let their inner artists come to life.
Grabbryour binoculars and explore Gaylord Texan with Prospector ‘Crazy Pete' as hebrleads you to exciting places such as a sparkling mineral cave at “Crazy Pete'sbrPanning Adventure”! Pete will then invite you back to his prospecting city,brFools Town, where you will have a chance to pan for your very own gold andbrhidden gems to take home.
Forbrpuzzle-solvers and clue-finders, “Hank's Outlaw Scavenger Hunt” provides thebrperfect adventure. Help Hank the Longhorn search through the resort atriums andbruncover clues to solve riddles hidden throughout the Texas-inspired décor. Abrspecial souvenir awaits those who complete the challenge.
If yourbrkids gravitate toward culinary arts, check out Junior Chefs Camp, anbrinteractive day camp for kids led by Gaylord Texan's award-winning ExecutivebrChefs. Junior Chefs will learn how to cook mouthwatering dishes such as pizzabrfrom scratch, Asian dumplings and delicious cookies. The class includesbrinstruction, a personal chef hat and lunch. Class size is limited so be sure tobrregister early.
Weekends at the Texan
For thebrultimate summer staycation, make plans to stay at Gaylord Texan as weekends arebrespecially memorable. “Friday Night Fireworks” are back! Make your way to the 5thbrfloor of the resort parking garage at 7:00 p.m. for music and great food as abrlive DJ hosts fun and games at the “All-American Garage Party”, all while youbrcountdown to “Friday Night Fireworks” over Lake Grapevine at 9:30 p.m.
Stickbraround on Saturday night for the “Legends of the Lone Star Wild Wild WestbrShow”, a 20 minute, live-action comedy Wild West Show featuring amazingbrperformances by gunfighters, saloon girls, a trick roper, and the hero, CactusbrCharlie! Be there by 7:00 p.m. for the “Rock Out Glow Party” in Lone Star Atriumbrto kick off the night with strolling characters, music and more as you getbrready for the live-action Wild West Show at 8:00 p.m. Guests can also makebrtheir very own furry friend at the resort's Build-A-Bear Workshop®.
Whenbryou're ready for some fun in the sun, head out to the 10-acre outdoor pool andbrlazy river playground – Paradise Springs! Every Friday through Sunday, overnightbrguests can enjoy the Aquafina® Splash Party with a live DJ, hair-braiders, abrglitter and airbrush tattoo artist, and games. Soak up the sun at thebr6,000-square-foot family lagoon with a 27-foot-tall winding waterslide, abr25-foot-long zip line, two horseshoe-shaped hot pools, a dedicated toddlerbrpool, lounge chairs, private cabanas, PLUS the new multi-level, Texas-themed interactivebrwater treehouse with three winding waterslides!
Magical Summer Nights
When thebrsun sets, don't miss the short stroll down to our lakeside music venue, GlassbrCactus Nightclub, for Happy Hour food and drink specials every Friday andbrSaturday night from 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The 39,000-square-foot nightclubbrprovides an amazing summer escape with live music, four signature bars,brmulti-tiered outdoor decks and stunning sunset views. Plus, the patio is thebrperfect spot to watch “Friday Night Fireworks,” that go off over Lake Grapevinebrevery Friday night at 9:30 p.m. (weather permitting).
If youbrare looking for a little rest and relaxation, head to Relâche Spa everybrWednesday evening from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for “Texan Wild Wednesday WinebrDown” and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with any service or retailbrpurchase.
Texas All Around
Day andbrnight, there's always a celebration! brEnjoy Wild West photos, strolling entertainment, live music, giant checkers,bra Texas-themed art tour showcasing local artists, and so much more.
Visit GaylordTexan.com/SummerFest for more information.
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