TAKE ON ADVENTURE THIS SEASON

Discover So. Much. Christmas. at Gaylord Texan Resort during its Lone Star Christmas celebrations! With ICE! featuring The Polar Express ™, family-friendly events, activities, dining, live entertainment, and more, it's easy to see why holidays at Gaylord Texan are a beloved and longstanding tradition in the Dallas area.

Step into a fantasy world and experience the story of the Princess and Pirates in this live interactive show. Hear tales of intrigue and enchantment then take the official princess oath to join the royal court or pirate pledge to become an honorary member of the captain's crew.

Join the hunt and recover the kingdom's most precious treasures hidden by The Princess throughout the resort. This scavenger hunt is perfect for all ages and provides the perfect chance to get out and explore.

Take to the High Seas with Lone Star Circus in Summer of Cirque: A Pirate's Adventure! This action-packed fusion of theatre and cirque tells the story of a boy who dreams of becoming a pirate and features daring acrobatics, jugglers, and breathtaking feats.

Calling all artists! Get creative and let your inner artist come to life while painting a pirate or princess-themed canvas or decorating a wooden project.

This fun day camp teaches junior chefs to cook, plate, and serve a special treat for two family members to enjoy at the end of the day. Choose from three different themed events:
June 4 - Plant Me A Colorful Bouquet
July 30 - Pizza & Push-Pops Palooza
August 20 - Texan Summer Fair

 

School is 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!

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!

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!

Interact with and learn about a variety of incredible creatures in this fun and educational hands-on experience.

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.

Arrgg! Pull out your pirate gear and boogie to your favorite hits in this dance party held in our stunning resort atrium!

Try your luck in three rounds of family bingo!

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

Tequila Tasting Experience - May 12
Learn about a variety of tequila in this expert-led tasting where each spirit is impeccably paired with chef-curated hors d'oeuvres.

Whiskey Tasting - June 18
Enjoy a selection of fine whiskey in this expert-led tasting, paired perfectly with delectable hors d'oeuvres.

Rum Dinner - July 9
Enjoy a beautifully paired five course dinner in Old Hickory, with a selection of rum and cocktails featuring Ron Zacapa.

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!

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.

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

Make a splash at Paradise Springs, our 10-acre outdoor water park and lazy river complex exclusive to Gaylord Texan Resort guests. Find everything you need for a day of fun in the sun, including play structures for all ages, relaxing cabanas perfect for a break, poolside dining options for replenishment, and more.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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 family bingo.

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!

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. 

Let your creativity run wild in our Winter Art Studio. Choose from multiple wintry-themed canvases or create your own masterpiece. 

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 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!

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. 

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.

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.​

In this hands-on experience, you'll interact with and learn about a variety of adorable, cuddly creatures.

Overnight guests can enjoy complimentary yoga classes each morning of their stay.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Celebrate Easter with an expansive brunch at Riverwalk Cantina or Zeppole featuring traditional buffet options including a seafood station, carving station, and antipasti, complete with a liquid nitrogen gelato bar, live entertainment, and a complimentary mimosa for adults.

Enjoy a delicious Mother's Day brunch at Riverwalk Cantina or Zeppole featuring a traditional variety along with seafood, a carving station, antipasti, and more! Top off your brunch with a liquid nitrogen gelato bar, live entertainment, and a complimentary mimosa for adults to cheer for our favorite ladies and all they do!