10 Great Things to Do in Lubbock This Summer

A three-story playground built in 2002 by the city of Lubbock and the Junior League of Lubbock, it's a free experience for kiddos with a history lesson of the South Plains built right in. Located on the Brownfield Highway at the Spur 327 and Frankford interchange.

Open May 28 - Aug 21, 2016. Lubbock's only water park with a wave pool, two slides, a lazy river and even an adult beverage area which serves rum drinks and the like to ensure that parents have fun, too. Season passes available. Snack bar on site. Coolers welcome for an additional fee.

There are four Municipal pools in Lubbock. All with slides, wading pools and diving boards. See City of Lubbock website for hours of operation and admission fees.

A cornucopia of activities for youth of all ages. A center of learning and fun including summer activities.

The Omni Theater will be featuring "National Parks Adventure" all summer. See official website for admission prices, special programs and theater times.

Let your kids jump and bounce all that energy out at one of Lubbock's new trampoline parks. Go for the day, book a birthday party and more. Visit their website for admission and party fees and details.

It's trendy to jump on trampolines, and let's face it, kids love it. Weekly specials and memberships available. You can check out their official website for hours and admission pricing and details.

Hey, it's summer for adults, too, and nothing says a good night out like a movie, some munchies and an ice-cold beer or other adult beverage. New movies, specialty nights and a kids camp. Visit the Alamo Drafthouse online for more ticket info and specials.

Bowling, laser tag, birthday parties, food & fun for the whole family. Visit Main Event's website for pricing and party booking info.

Lubbock's only amusement park with rides for the kiddos, families, water rides and rides that will make even adults wish they had stayed on the ground. Food, fun and parties available. See their website for hours and info.

A true West Texas oasis offering swimming, two beaches, camping, boating and fishing. Visit their website for more information.