Family events in Lubbock County, TX

A welcoming art class experience where children ages 5 to 12 experiment with painting, texture, mixed media, and other materials. Participants build confidence as they learn new techniques, stretch their imaginations, and practice creative problem solving. Along the way they make friends and create artwork they will be excited to bring home. Each session blends hands-on exploration with a friendly, encouraging atmosphere that keeps creativity front and center.

Now in its third year, the Willowbrook Fall Festival celebrates the season with a fun, festive atmosphere. A cheerful way to enjoy the spirit of fall.

Weekly league play creates a welcoming setting for participants of any age, with a special invitation to newcomers. The aim is to build a friendly community that includes both kids and adults.

Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween craft at your local McCoy’s, where kids can decorate a bucket that glows in the dark. Participation is free and no registration is required. Supplies are limited. This activity takes place at all McCoy’s locations.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos early by decorating your own sugar skull. All materials are provided, making it simple to participate. This activity welcomes all ages.

Enjoy a $15 themed paint party where each session offers a curated gallery of designs to choose from. Register online to reserve a specific design, or walk in and select from the options available on site. Participants paint on a pre-stained wood surface and take home a finished piece to keep or gift. The activity welcomes all ages, including young children. It is also possible to register for more than one design. Themes rotate across the season, including Fall Fun, Halloween, More Halloween Fun, Thanksgiving, Christmas Trios and Ornament Sets, Christmas Signs, and Christmas Everything.

Pa’lla Vamos Fiesta returns to Frazier Alumni Pavilion with a celebration that fuels youth sports access. Attendance supports scholarships that help kids participate in baseball, basketball, soccer, dance, martial arts, and more. The mission is to open doors for young people to play, grow, and build leadership through the character-shaping experiences of sport. Table sponsorships are available for those who want to support the cause and amplify the event’s impact.

The National Flea Market Fall Festival features live music, trick or treating from select vendors, and a full slate of costume fun. Pets and customers can step into the spotlight for on-site costume contests, while vendors compete in a separate contest decided by Facebook voting, with the winner announced online. Creative spirits can head to pumpkin decorating for a hands-on project. Entry for decorating is $3, and participants should bring their own pumpkin. Those interested in the pumpkin contest can sign up at the National Markets Office. Three winners are selected for each event. The middle outdoor pavilion is the noted location.

These creative classes give young artists a welcoming place to experiment, express themselves, and grow more confident. Tailored for ages 5 to 12, each session features a blend of materials and techniques such as painting, textured projects, and mixed media. Children spark their imaginations, practice creative problem solving, and connect with peers while making pieces they will be proud to take home. Sessions are available on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday for a consistent, colorful creative experience.

Families with toddlers can explore Hank the Cowdog’s M-Cross Ranch in the Cash Family Ranch Life Learning Center. Each week includes engaging activities such as story time or crafts led by NRHC staff and volunteers. While exploring the ranch, children can immerse themselves in play at Sally Mae’s Ranch House, which features ranch-themed toys from the Happy Toymaker. Toddler Tuesdays are free to the public.

Young artists ages 5 to 12 can dive into a welcoming art class that nurtures creativity and confidence. Participants explore a variety of materials, from painting and texture to mixed media, discovering new techniques and playful ways to express themselves. Along the way, kids spark their imaginations, make friends, strengthen creative problem-solving, and create pieces they will be proud to take home. The atmosphere is supportive and fun, turning each session into a colorful experience.