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Enjoy sunny afternoons at Paradise Springs Water Park, relaxing treatments at Relâche Spa & Salon, and family-friendly activities and entertainment at our resort, perfectly perched along the shores of majestic Lake Grapevine. There's no shortage of fun to discover when you stay at Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, TX.
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Find family fun year-round! Explore 4.5 acres of indoor garden atriums, epic scavenger hunts, a thrilling water park, and more.
Lone Star Atrium decorated for Christmas at Gaylord Texan
SO. MUCH. CHRISTMAS.
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SO. MUCH. CHRISTMAS.

icon November 11, 2022 – January 1, 2023
icon 2023 Holiday Information Coming Soon

There's no better way to celebrate Christmas than gathering your family and friends at Gaylord Texan Resort. Explore acres of twinkling lights, the beloved Gaylord Hotels tradition, ICE!, and Christmas events for all ages. ICE! packages are on sale now!

Summer of Cirque: A Pirate's Adventure
Summer Cirque
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Summer Cirque

icon May 26 - September 4, 2023
icon Ticketed
icon Fridays, Saturdays, & Select Dates

This swashbuckling live show takes guests on an exciting journey that includes aerial artists, show-stopping balancing acts, and incredible specialty performers, each delivering breathtaking feats that are sure to stun and delight.

School's Out! Summer Breakout Escape Room
School's Out! Summer Breakout Escape Room
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School's Out! Summer Breakout Escape Room

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Starts at $110 for a group of four
icon Thursdays - Fridays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
School's out for summer break! Your teacher collected your smartphone and hid it after you were caught playing games during class and forgot to return it to you. Race against the clock to find your phone before the janitor finishes locking up the school or risk being without your phone for the entire vacation!
Test your wits and work as a team as you race against the clock in The Heist Escape Room.
The Heist Escape Room
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The Heist Escape Room

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Starting at $110 for up to four guests
icon Resort atrium, beneath Texan Station; Thursday, 4 - 9 p.m.; Friday, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Master thief Thurston Powell III has stolen King Arthur's Chalice, a prized item from the International Museum of World History's collection. In this escape room, your mission is to infiltrate his lair and locate his hidden collection and the stolen chalice. You'll need to recover the item and take it to the museum before he returns from his latest heist!
Escape Room
It's Showtime! Escape Room
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It's Showtime! Escape Room

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Ticketed
icon Lone Star Atrium - Lower Level Texan Station Thursdays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Fridays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

It's almost showtime, and the star has misplaced the most important piece of her costume: her beloved crown. As the trusted stagehand in this escape room, it is up to you to find it. The clock is ticking, and the show must go on!

Animal Encounters
Animal Encounters
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Animal Encounters

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Lone Star Atrium, Saturdays
Enjoy up-close encounters with a variety of incredible creatures! During this special educational opportunity, you'll look at and learn about these animals and their unique personalities.
Seasonal Spa Treatments
Seasonal Spa Treatments
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Seasonal Spa Treatments

icon September - October, 2022
icon By Appointment Only

Indulge in the Autumn aromas at Relâche Spa.

Fall into relaxation as you pamper yourself with seasonal treatments featuring warm notes of vanilla, bourbon, chestnuts, and pumpkin.

Grab your pirate gear and boogie to the best beats in our resort atrium.
Buccaneer Bash Dance Party
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Buccaneer Bash Dance Party

icon May 19 - September 5, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Lone Star Atrium
Arrgg! Pull out your pirate gear and dance to your favorite party hits at this swashbuckling dance party, held in our stunning resort atrium!
Family Bingo
Family Bingo
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Family Bingo

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Fridays & Saturdays
Try your luck in three rounds of family bingo!
Delight in unique culinary and spirit tasting events this summer at Gaylord Texan
Culinary Events
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Culinary Events

icon Select dates during SummerFest
icon Varies
icon Varies

Adults 21 and older can enjoy unique culinary experiences and spirit tasting events this summer.

Hide & Seek Scavenger Hunt featuring Spookley the Square Pumpkin
Hide & Seek Scavenger Hunt featuring Spookley the Square Pumpkin
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Hide & Seek Scavenger Hunt featuring Spookley the Square Pumpkin

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Ticketed
Everyone's favorite square pumpkin, Spookley, takes center stage in a game of Halloween hide and seek -- inviting super sleuths to solve puzzles that reveal his eight secret hiding spots around the resort. Solve all the puzzles and win a special prize!
Ghoul School: Interactive Show
Ghoul School: Interactive Show
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Ghoul School: Interactive Show

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Ticketed
Kids are invited to rhyme a tune, test a mad scientist's latest experiment, play a game of Halloween charades, and more when they join loveable misfits Jake L. Hyde, Shelley Stein, Boris Beats, and Mandy Kin in this live, interactive show. These descendants of iconic Halloween monsters entertain with stories and activities to demonstrate the importance of individuality, diversity, and being yourself.
Goblins & Giggles Art Studio
Goblins & Giggles Art Studio
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Goblins & Giggles Art Studio

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Ticketed

Let your Halloween art skills run wild in the Goblins & Giggles Art Studio. Choose to paint a terror-iffic canvas or decorate a delicious cookie. It's frightful fun for the whole family!

Enjoy live entertainment by the lake at Glass Cactus.
Live Entertainment
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Live Entertainment

icon General admission starts at $10
icon Glass Cactus; Fridays - Saturdays, 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Enjoy live music by the lake while sipping on craft cocktails and indulging in creative club cuisine.

Monster Mash Bash
Monster Mash Bash
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Monster Mash Bash

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Complimentary
icon Weekends. See resort schedule upon arrival.
Brooms, bats, black cats - oh my! Guests can jack o'lantern jive, skeleton shuffle, or just enjoy a bashing good time at the Monster Mash Bash dance party.
Spookley the Square Pumpkin Movie Night
Spookley the Square Pumpkin Movie Night
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Spookley the Square Pumpkin Movie Night

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Complimentary
It's time for family movie night featuring the family-friendly animated feature film, Spookley the Square Pumpkin. Grab the popcorn and enjoy it on our very own big screen!
Private Poolside Cabanas
Paradise Springs Poolside Cabanas presented by LIFEWTR
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Paradise Springs Poolside Cabanas presented by LIFEWTR

icon May 12 - September 4, 2023
icon Daily
Upgrade your experience at Paradise Springs and relax in comfort at one of our private cabanas providing extra shade, comfortable lounge areas, refrigerators, and more. Each cabana rental includes complimentary bottles of LIFEWTR.
Spookley the Square Pumpkin Meet & Greet
Spookley the Square Pumpkin Meet & Greet
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Spookley the Square Pumpkin Meet & Greet

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Complimentary
icon Weekends. See resort schedule upon arrival.
Show off your Halloween costume and take a photo with Spookley the Square Pumpkin, the hero of the pumpkin patch who proves that being different can save the day!
Embark on an exciting AR safari to discover endangered animals.
Wildlife Rescue - An Augmented Reality Experience presented by bubly™
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Wildlife Rescue - An Augmented Reality Experience presented by bubly™

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Resort Wide; Daily, at your leisure
Take a virtual safari through Gaylord Texan! Twelve endangered animals are hidden throughout the resort and your help is needed to find them. Search for the tracking markers to find the hidden animals, learn facts about them, and see them come to life before your very eyes with the magic of augmented reality (AR)! This cool tech experience is fun for kids of all ages and affords photo opportunities with AR animals throughout the resort. A smart phone and free app download are necessary to enjoy this AR experience.
Trick-or-Treat Expedition
Trick-or-Treat Expedition
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Trick-or-Treat Expedition

icon September 9 - October 30, 2022
icon Complimentary
icon Weekends. See resort schedule upon arrival.
It's all treats and no tricks along the Trick-or-Treat Expedition trail. Youngsters will enjoy spooky decorations as they venture through the resort's gardens for sweet treats to add to their confection collection.
Family looking at scavenger hunt map in gardens at Gaylord Texan
Spring-A-Long Scavenger Hunt
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Spring-A-Long Scavenger Hunt

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Ticketed
icon Daily
Embark on a springtime scavenger hunt as you search for clues throughout Gaylord Texan's atriums. Wander through 4.5 acres full of spring flowers and seasonal colors as you work at your own pace. Complete the hunt, solve the puzzle, and take home a springtime surprise!
3 kids opening chest
School's Out! Spring Breakout Escape Room
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School's Out! Spring Breakout Escape Room

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Ticketed
icon Thursdays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Fridays 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Your teacher confiscated your cell phone after you were caught texting during class but didn't return it to you. Race against the clock to find your phone before the janitor finishes locking up the school for the weekend!
Try your luck in three rounds of bingo.
Bloom Bingo
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Bloom Bingo

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Location varies. Check Resort Guide or welcome letter for location. Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.

Try your luck in three rounds of family bingo.

Guets in Dracular and Pirate costume at Gaylord Texan
Fall Family Fun
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Fall Family Fun

icon Early September - October 2022

At Gaylord Texan Resort, your weekend getaway possibilities are endless. Join in family-friendly Goblins & Giggles activities and events, soak in the sun and waves at Paradise Springs -- the resort's exclusive, ten-acre water park filled with waterslides and play structures --, wander through our airy atriums, or even do it all!

Fall 2022 events have not yet been announced. Take a peek at last year's events to get you in the Halloween spirit!

Jack Frost's Frigid Finds Scavenger Hunt
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Jack Frost's Frigid Finds Scavenger Hunt

icon $9.99 + tax
icon All day, every day
Find frosty fun around every turn in Jack Frost's Frigid Scavenger Hunt. Search high and low for clue throughout Gaylord Texan's atriums to find answers to an array of polar puzzles. 
Winter Art Studio
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Winter Art Studio

icon Fridays and Saturdays
icon $20 + tax for 1 canvas project, $35 + tax for 2 canvas projects
icon Fridays 4pm - 9pm, Saturdays 10am - 9pm
Let your creativity run wild in our Winter Art Studio. Choose from multiple wintry-themed canvases or create your own masterpiece. 
The Heist Escape Room
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The Heist Escape Room

icon Fridays and Saturdays
icon Starts at $100 per group
icon Fridays 4pm - 9pm, Saturdays 10am - 9pm
Master thief Thurston Powell, III has stolen King Arthur's chalice, a prized item from the collection at the International Museum of World History. In this themed escape room, your mission is to infiltrate his lair and locate his hidden collection and the stolen chalice. You'll need to recover the item and take it to the museum before he returns from his latest heist!
It's Showtime! Escape Room
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It's Showtime! Escape Room

icon Fridays and Saturdays
icon Starts at $100 per group
icon Fridays 4pm - 9pm, Saturdays 10am - 9pm
It's almost Showtime, and the star has misplaced the most important piece of her costume: her beloved crown. As the trusted stagehand in this escape room, it is up to you to find it. The clock is ticking, and the show must go on!
Winter Spa Treatments
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Winter Spa Treatments

icon Daily
icon Sunday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday: 8:00am - 7:00pm
Drift into a state of tranquility while enjoying Winter Wellness spa treatments and the benefits of Eucalyptus, known to be high in antioxidants to promote relaxation and reduce pain. 
Daily Yoga
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Daily Yoga

icon Monday - Friday at 6:30am and Saturday - Sunday at 8am

Join us at the Indoor Pool for daily yoga with a certified instructor. Complimentary classes are exclusive for resort guests and take place Monday - Friday at 6:30am and Saturday - Sunday at 8am.

Adventure Kids' Clubhouse
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Adventure Kids' Clubhouse

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Ticketed
icon Thursdays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Fridays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us at the all-new Adventure Kids' Clubhouse and explore the world around you. This season, meet The Gardener, who will help you create the perfect springtime craft: a custom-painted flowerpot.​
Kangaroo
Bloomin' Buddies Animal Encounters
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Bloomin' Buddies Animal Encounters

icon Saturdays, March 4 - May 13, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Lone Star Atrium, Saturdays 4 - 6 pm.
In this hands-on experience, you'll interact with and learn about a variety of adorable, cuddly creatures.
Daily Yoga
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Daily Yoga

icon Year-Round
icon Complimentary
icon Mondays - Fridays, 6:30 a.m.; Saturdays - Sundays, 8 a.m.
Overnight guests can enjoy complimentary yoga classes each morning of their stay.
Woman reading book on stone wall in atrium gardens
Adventure Kids: Sprout into Spring Interactive Show
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Adventure Kids: Sprout into Spring Interactive Show

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Fridays & Saturdays; times vary. Check Resort Guide or welcome letter for times.
Young guests are invited to join Alfie the Armadillo, Layla the Longhorn, and everyone's favorite Adventure Kid, Sophie, in a new interactive show to learn, imagine, explore, and discover the wonders of spring.
Hop into our resort atrium to catch a glimpse of the Easter Bunny
Easter Bunny Appearances
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Easter Bunny Appearances

icon March 18 - April 9, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Saturdays 5pm - 8pm
While you might not spot him as he's hiding his eggs, the lovable Easter Bunny takes a break from preparing his famous egg hunt to greet guests.
Easter Egg Trail
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Easter Egg Trail

icon Complimentary
icon Saturdays 6pm - 6:30pm

Explore our lush gardens and winding waterways as you search for Easter eggs filled with scrumptious treats in six "sweet spots".

Indulge in a delightful spa treatment and experience the ultimate springtime rejuvenation.
Time to Blossom Spa Treatments
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Time to Blossom Spa Treatments

icon Varies based on service
icon By appointment only
Indulge in a delightful spa treatment and experience the ultimate springtime rejuvenation.
Look to the night sky as it blooms with color in this all-new springtime light show.
Bloom Light Show
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Bloom Light Show

icon March 3 - May 14, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Lone Star Atrium Daily, 8:30 p.m.

Look to the night sky as it blooms with color in this all-new springtime light show. Follow along as April showers bring new life to all sorts of places: a vibrant and colorful flower garden, a field full of new-born bunnies and freshly hatched chicks, and even a grove echoing with bird songs.

Pamper yourself at our world-class European-style spa.
Summer Spa Treatments
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Summer Spa Treatments

icon May 19- September 4, 2023
icon Varies based on treatment selection
icon By appointment only
Be transported to a sunny, tropical island with our "Beachy Clean" summer treatments featuring the illuminating power of Vitamin C and the refreshing aromas of lemongrass, citrus, and coconut lime.
Let your inner artist come alive as you paint a themed canvas.
Adventure Kids' Clubhouse, presented by LIFEWTR
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Adventure Kids' Clubhouse, presented by LIFEWTR

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Starts at $19.99, plus tax
icon Thursdays - Fridays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us at the all-new Adventure Kids' Clubhouse and let your inner artist come to life while creating delightful, seasonally inspired crafts. Let your imagination soar, making unforgettable memories you'll treasure forever.
Search for clues and solve puzzles in this exciting escape room.
It's Showtime! Escape Room
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It's Showtime! Escape Room

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Starts at $110 per group of four
icon Resort Atrium, Beneath Texan Station; Thursdays - Fridays, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
It's almost showtime, and the star has misplaced the most important piece of her costume: her beloved crown. As the trusted stagehand in this escape room, it is up to you to find it. The clock is ticking, and the show must go on!
Get ready for summer adventures!
Adventure Kids: Join the Club!
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Adventure Kids: Join the Club!

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Saturdays
Young guests are invited to join Alfie the Armadillo, Layla the Longhorn, and everyone's favorite Adventure Kid, Sophie, in an interactive show to learn, imagine, explore, and discover the wonders of summer.
Illuminate the Night Light Show
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Illuminate the Night Light Show

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
icon Nightly, 9 p.m.
Look to the night sky as a kaleidoscope of bright lights fill the atrium in this colorful, animated light show. It's the perfect finale to an exciting day of fun at Gaylord Texan.
Adventure Kids: Hidden Treasure Hide & Sea-k.
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Adventure Kids: Hidden Treasure Hide & Sea-k.

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon $11.99
icon Daily, at your leisure
Set off on a swashbuckling scavenger hunt to search for clues throughout Gaylord Texan's atriums. Following a long-lost pirate map, wander through our four acres of flowers and splashy summer colors to uncover the hidden gems in this interactive treasure quest.
Adventure Kids: Rise & Shine
Adventure Kids: Rise & Shine
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Adventure Kids: Rise & Shine

icon May 19 - September 4, 2023
icon Complimentary
Start your morning with Sophie from the Adventure Kids! Using your in-room television, enjoy morning yoga and practice your downward dog from the comfort of your guest room.
SummerFest of More

Discover more of what you love with a thrilling water park and fun seasonal events and activities during SummerFest of More. 

MAY THROUGH AUGUST

WINTER ESCAPE

The whole family will enjoy the winter season with fun to explore, adventures to find, and more to love. JANUARY THROUGH FEBRUARY

WELCOME TO MORE SPRING
Find fun scavenger hunts, artful activities like painting experiences, interactive live shows, and everything your family needs for an adventurous spring getaway! MARCH THROUGH APRIL
Family fun never ends during Goblins & Giggles events and activities. Find quality time with spooktacular adventures to enjoy together, all without leaving the resort. SEPTEMBER THROUGH OCTOBER
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Find everything your family is looking for this season - hours of Christmas activities to enjoy, the beloved Gaylord Hotels signature attraction, ICE!, themed dining outlets, holiday shopping, and more. NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER