Dickinson, Texas, known as the “best-kept secret on the Gulf Coast,” offers gorgeous parks, beaches, and outdoor recreational spaces, a variety of events and activities year round, and easy access to Houston and Galveston.
Are you traveling to the area in the next few months? Check out the top four free or almost-free activities for a fun-filled family-friendly afternoon.
- Gather Fruits and Vegetables at Fruits ‘n Such Orchard
A small family-owned, pick-your-own farm, Fruits ‘n Such lets families explore the farm while they learn where the products come from. Fruits ‘n Such Orchard offers a great variety of seasonal produce as well as seeds, flowers, and eggs for sale. Bring the family for a day of picking fruit and veggies and interacting with farm animals. Be sure to check out their Facebook page before you go to see if they’re open.
- When: May and June; times vary depending on the weather
- Where: 6903 Avenue U, Dickinson
- Prices: Admission is free, you only pay for the produce you pick
- Tour the Grounds of the Dickinson Historic Railroad Center
Located along some of the oldest railroad tracks connecting Dickinson with Houston and Galveston, Dickinson Historic Railroad Center consists of several historic buildings and some beautifully maintained grounds. On-site are the Dickinson Railroad and League City Railroad Depots and the Historic Railroad Museum containing displays, artifacts and objects, devices, and equipment from the 1800s and later.
- When: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; closed on Sunday
- Where: 218 FM 517 West, Dickinson
- Price: $2.50 per person
- Enjoy Outdoor and Water Sports at Dickinson Bayou
If you’re the athletic type or an outdoor enthusiast, Dickinson Bayou has you covered. The Bayou provides opportunities for families to fish, boat, swim, canoe, or waterski. For those who prefer to stay on dry land, there are campsites as well as hiking and biking trails. With the endless options Dickinson Bayou offers, your family can have a memorable, active, and engaging afternoon under the shining sun.
- When: The Bayou is open year round
- Where: Along the Bayou, Dickinson
- Price: Free
- Participate in Family Story Time at Dickinson Public Library
Dickinson Public Library is open six days a week and offers a variety of adult, teen, and children’s programming to pique the interest of all your family members. Family Story Time is one of those programs. Geared towards families with children in grade school, the event is a great opportunity for families to enjoy a story, arts and crafts, and some snacks.
- When: Every Second Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Where: 4411 Highway 3, Dickinson
- Price: Free
Dickinson’s waterfront location and recreational spaces allow it to offer something for everyone, regardless of the season or reason. If you are looking for a new or used car to get you around town, Gay Family Kia has you covered with a variety of new, used, and certified pre-owned Kia vehicles.
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