If you live in Texas, then you know it rains…A LOT. Luckily, there is still plenty of fun to be had indoors in the Lone Star State, so don’t let the weather put a damper on your day! Here are some ideas for the rainy days in Texas where you’d rather just lay in bed, but the kids still want something fun to do.

1) Hungry? Grab some food somewhere new for a change!
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If you need some ideas, these should keep your taste buds happy for a while!
2) Ever wanted to go skydiving? Well when it's raining, you can still try it out indoors!
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This is at iFly Houston, but there are probably others scattered throughout Texas.
3) Hey, it may not be that original, but bowling is pretty much guaranteed to be fun for the whole family!
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4) Feel like staying the night somewhere? How about at a haunted hotel?!
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Check out these for a night full of fright!
5) And who says you can't explore nature when it's raining? Take the adventure underground in one of Texas' caves!
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6) You can also still enjoy a day at the waterpark, believe it or not!
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The Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, for example, has a totally indoor waterpark for the whole family to splash around in!
7) Why not tour one of the many awesome museums in Texas?
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You should check out my list of strange museums in Texas: Click here for more info

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8) Hey, you could always go see a movie; we have plenty of great theaters across the state!
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9) Tour some of the historic homes in Texas!
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I made a list of some homes you can tour here.
10) Why not try your hand at painting?
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Pictured above is a painting class at Painting with a Twist in Beaumont.
11) Or maybe you like arcades?
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Playing games is always a fun way to pass the time all while staying dry!
12) Indoor mini-golf is always an option, too.
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And when it's glow in the dark mini golf? Even better!
13) If you have decent balancing skills, you could always try out ice skating!
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Don't worry, you don't have to look like the pros. If you fall, I won't judge you. (I might laugh, but I'd still help you up.)
14) Need new clothes or shoes? May as well hit the mall and get a little shopping done!
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15) I saved the best for last. Unleash that inner child and watch movies/color/tell ghost stories in a blanket fort!
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Seriously, we all need to be a kid again once in a while. Why not today?

What else can you think of that’s fun to do on a rainy day? Share your thoughts with us!

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