Spring break is only a week away. I am in desperate need of some downtime and can't wait.
If you're like me, however, you're not going to be attending any wild beach parties over the break. Thanks to work and an effort to be financially responsible, I'm staying right here in Amarillo.
At this point, I am honestly just thinking about catching up on sleep and reading a good book or two, but for fun's sake, I thought I would make list number two all about ways to make spring break in the Texas Panhandle more interesting.
So here is your spring break itinerary:
Day #1
If the wind is willing to stay calm long enough, grab a few cans of spray paint and head out to the Cadillac Ranch on I-40 West past Soncy. Take some friends, family or your significant other and have fun decorating the old cars planted in the ground. It's a fun opportunity to snap some photos too.
How about some putt-putt or go carts in the afternoon? When was the last time you really just let loose and let your inner kid out? You know you want to!
Sports World off of I-27 and Hollywood has a nice outdoor mini golf course and a go cart track. They also have batting cages and other fun stuff to keep you busy. Wonderland Amusement Park also has a mini golf course. Getting too windy out? Check out Lights Off Golf inside Westgate Mall.
End the day with some ice cream. Doesn't get much better than Braum's, in my opinion, but two new frozen yogurt places (Frazzleberry and Just Chillin') recently opened and Amarillo also has a Marble Slab and Coldstone Creamery.
Day #2
The Don Harrington Discovery Center at Medi Park is featuring a robotic dinosaur exhibit this month. Student discounts are offered. Visit their website for a list of other events they have going on.
Medi Park is a beautiful place to enjoy a picnic and feed some hungry ducks too! The Amarillo Botanical Gardens also are located nearby.
Day #3
Pack up a picnic, load up the bikes and head down to Palo Duro Canyon where a full day of fun will only cost $5 per person (12 and under are free). Beginner or advanced rider, the Canyon has a trail perfect for you. Not a rider? The trails are also equine and hiker-friendly.
Don't forget your sunscreen and plenty of water!
Day #4
Make today a museum day.
- The American Quarter Horse Association Museum and Hall of Fame is located at I-40 East and Nelson.
- The Panhandle Plains Historical Museum is on the WTAMU campus in Canyon.
- The Amarillo Museum of Art is on the Amarillo College Washington Street Campus.
- The art galleries at the Sunset Center are tons of fun to explore.
- I have not been to either of these, but the Amarillo Railroad Museum and Kwahadi Dancers Museum might be fun to check out, too.
Day #5
Take a little time to support the Amarillo Zoo. There is no entrance fee, but donations are welcome (and I strongly encourage you to support our local zoo so it can continue to grow).
You might also take today to visit the Route 66 historic district (take Georgia Street north to Sixth). There are some fun little antique shops and you'll need lunch so grab a burger at the Goldenlight. The 806 (best coffee shop in town) is also on this block.
The Tascosa Drive-In reopened this month, so you might check out what movies are on their screen tonight.
Just a few ideas! :)
Those are all wonderful ideas!
Last time I went out to the Amarillo Zoo they do have a fee. It's a small fee, Adults (13-61) is $3.00, Seniors (62+) is $2.00, children (3-12) is $1.00 and under 2 are free. only mondays are free admission.
Thank you....Have a great week!
Thank you for the heads up on the zoo fee. I didn't know things had changed! But I'd pay $3 to watch their monkeys anyday.
You made Amarillo seem somewhat interesting, good job =). I actually haven't been to most of those places so I'll definitely want to check them out. Thanks.