There's lots of fun happening in Bell County the week of January 15-January 21, 2024.
Every week, Macaroni KID Killeen shares things to do with your kids in Killeen, Belton, Temple, and surrounding areas over the coming week.
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Here are Macaroni KID Killeen's picks for the top things to do in the Bell County area with kids January 15-January 21, 2024. Click on the links and pictures for all the details!
1. Tiny Thinkers: The Napping House (Belton)
Kids 5 years and younger are invited to the museum to explore balance.
There will be a reading of The Napping House followed by related crafts and activities. Activities include making napping house beds, vertical word building, and more! Wed 10AM-11AM
2. Historic Escapes! Interactive Escape Games (Belton)
A crime has been committed and Bell County Museum needs your help to solve it! You have 60 minutes to work together, solve the crime, and escape the museum!
All games are private and for up to 8 players. There are three different game times: 5:30pm, 6:45pm, 8pm Thurs 5:30PM-9PM
3. 🍿National Popcorn Day (All Over)
Make some popcorn or head to a local popcorn shop to try some new flavors!
If you're going to the Tanyalee Unstoppable Me Comedy Show at The Beltonian Theatre, mention the word "foliage" to get a free small popcorn.
Stop by Popcorn Friday in Belton, say the phrase "Happy National Popcorn Day," and receive 10% off your purchase. Fri All Day
4. Peaceable Kingdom Fun Friday (Killeen)
The goal is to give individuals with special needs who are transitioning out of school a safe environment to socially interact with other peers. Fri 6PM-9PM
5. Music Bingos (Temple)
Enjoy some tunes and try to win a prize!
Girls, Girls, Girls Vol. 4 Sing Along Bingo Bold Republic Fri @ 7PM
Lovers & Friends Music Bingo Treno Fri @ 7PM
Friends in Low Places Music Bingo Bird Creek Sat 8PM-11PM
6. Polar Bear Plunge 5K (Copperas Cove)
The Annual Polar Bear 5K, part of the Centex Race Series, will be held at the Copperas Cove City Park. Start and finish will be at the City Park Pool. Afterwards, runners are invited to take a plunge into the City Park Pool for the Annual Polar Bear Plunge and participate in the belly flop and treading water contest. Sat @ 8AM
7. Lowe's Kids Workshop: My First DIY Toolbox (Killeen and Temple)
Time to get to work! This Kids Toolbox Workshop will have your little helper eager to tag along on your next home improvement project.
After 1pm, any leftover kits will be given to walk-ins. Sat 10AM-1PM
Click for craft and story times!
8. Sami Show (Belton)
Shop for art, crafts, home decor, jewelry, boutique clothing, candles, gourmet foods, paintings, fabric art, woodcrafts, garden accents, pottery, leatherwork, handcrafted soap, unique gifts and more! A Central Texas tradition since 1975. Sat 10AM-5PM, Sun 11AM-4PM
9. Saturday Science: Natural World in Winter (Morgan's Point)
Join Homeschool House at their January Saturday Science class for an exciting exploration of the natural world in winter!
In this session, young scientists will delve into the remarkable adaptations of animals and plants that enable them to thrive during the colder months. Through hands-on activities and engaging lessons, children will discover how creatures like hibernating mammals and evergreen trees have evolved ingenious strategies to conquer the challenges of winter, fostering a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the natural world. Dinner provided! Sat 6PM-8PM
10. Star Party (Temple)
Stargaze with Temple Public Library.
Bring blankets and chairs to discover your favorite constellations.
Check-in at the Temple Public Library Tent to get your free Starfinder, a library card, and information on other resources and events the library offers. Sat 6:30PM-8:30PM
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