We went here a few months ago to celebrate my boys' birthday and this place was so neat! I didn't…read moreknow what to expect because I've never heard of this place. However, we were gifted a Groupon so that's how we knew about OUAC. When we went it was a cloudy and rainy day so it wasn't crowded at all, which was nice. The place was unique because it had many different stations and activities for your kids to play. It's like a huge Montessori playground. My boys loved the train ride and riding on the dinosaurs the most. I like that the place includes both indoor and outdoor stations. The place seems rather small compared to an amusement park like Six Flags, but it's just enough. Kids can easily spend 30 minutes - 1 hour in just one location so I really like how they can enjoy their time and casually play without parents feeling overwhelmed to get everything done to maximize the amount of money spent. We didn't host a birthday party here, but there were other parties booked. I don't know how much it costs, but let me say that the decorations were beautiful! I'm not sure if it was included or if the parents decorated themselves, but if you wanted to go all out for your child, you certainly can. The staff were also ALL super sweet and friendly! The place plans for everything, like rain. They had numerous umbrellas for patrons to use within the grounds. When it started to rain, all the staff were asking if we needed umbrellas, and one even was willing to run in the rain to get us one! Seriously, I've never seen such hospitality in an establishment from everyone! I also would recommend going here on a weekend because according to their website, more stations and activities are open during that time. Even if it's more crowded, I think it is worth it. If you want to do something different for your child, then I would recommend this place!

Second visit was even better than the first!…read more We asked the kids when we were leaving what their favorite part was and neither could come up with just one. As for us grandmas, our favorite part was watching the kids have such a great time and being able to let them free to be kids. Seriously- from drawing on walls to virtually reality ax throwing tic-tac-toe there is a new adventure behind every door. I

I had a great experience at Big Rivers Waterpark for the 2026 Aloha Beach Party!…read more It was adult night from 7-11pm on the weekend before my birthday, so I decided to attend the event. It was my first time going to a waterpark since I was like 15 years old, so I was a bit excited I must say! It was 21 and up which was even sweeter! ( should've been 30 and up), but it was fun! There were several rides that were open, the lazy river was open and there were shows that were performed throughout the night. Drinks, food and lockers were available too. I had a blast and I'll definitely attend the a future event.

My wife and I are older, so we don't use the waterpark much. However we LOVE going to the special…read moreevents! We went to both the Pumpkins After Dark and the Christmas events. Big Rivers is great about offering reasonable pricing for families and they sponsor many nights where they spotlight groups, offering deep discounts. Parking was free. Finding a good parking spot was easy. If you got a special event, bring your walking shoes because there is a lot to see and do. Lots of activities including a petting zoo, carnival rides, axe throwing, inflatables, and more. We like that they have none of the carnival midway games that take your money for a modest prize. They offer lots of food options ranging from carnival fare like funnel cakes to regular food. Prices are what you would expect. The staff is pretty friendly, lots of young people but enough of the older folks to keep things running smoothly. Overall, it's a relatively inexpensive way to celebrate the holidays, giving you lots to do, see, and enjoy without breaking the bank.

Looks like this says Spring, TX but it was actually in Waco TX…read moreFor the price it was not worth it. It is especially geared to children under ten who might really enjoy digging in dirt, bounce houses that look like dinosaurs and coloring dinosaur pictures. But children over 11-12, they have seen most of this thing and stand alone dinosaurs behind walk rails with TV narrators really doesn't do much for them. Wish I had been a little more informed I would have saved the money and gone to the water park.

Great time with the kids. They had the most fun day ever. Especially digging for fossils.read more

Not yet a reality, this dinosaur-themed amusement park, plus water park, resort, scientific…read moreresearch center, and shopping area will be a huge draw for the Houston area. Those of us who miss Astroworld might someday find some solace here.

Don Allen Holbrook the Earthquest theme park Economic Developer has lost his credentials. This…read morebillion dollar park will never get off of paper. Though he has claimed 100s of successful projects worth billions that created 50,000 jobs, the truth is that he warmed a chair on a loan board. Holbrook has not had a successful project he worked on in over a decade. Before that he was fired from 2 Economic Developer positions and not renewed for a third. He sued 1 that fired him for obvious resume fraud and threatend the other that fired him. in 2007 he filed a chapter 7 bankruptcy writing off 1.29 million in legal fees alone. In 2011 he filed a chapter 11 bankruptcy. During all this time his LLCs raked in at least 1.2 million dollars on the Earthquest international destination theme park that exists only on paper. Holbrook had a hand in every pie which smacks of conflict of interest. The originator of the ides, the developer, the designer, Baker Liesure, The East Montgomery County Improvement District and the phony charity (set up to promote the for profit theme park--not a legitimate charitable function) all paid this clown. His "Public Private Partnership" was nothing more than a way to line his pockets handsomely while the taxpayers unknowingly took all the risk. This theme park from hell will costs the taxpayers 24 million dollars if it never comes to fruition. Don Allen Holbrook sued the Houston Press, Craig Malisow, The Tribune, Cynthia Calvert, The Pahrump Valley Times, all the taxpayers who dared to comment on the waste of tax dollars and me. He was tossed out of court for lack of jurisdiction in 2012 as I predicted. He has never filed in Texas where he would have had jurisdiction. So, the taxpayers in Texas were wining and dining Holbrook on numerous extravagant trips all over the world for bupkis. Huber Heights Ohio sued him and Pahrump, Nevada ran him out after spending over a quarter million for silly studies. Holbrook wrote of his success with Earthquest in his book Where is My Smokestack in 2008. How is a 24 million dollar debacle that exists only on paper a success? Holbrook went on to bray about other non-existent or exaggerated deals. Holbrook talks a good game, but when asked to provide documentation goes off on an angry rant. He no longer has his Economic Developer credentials for good reason: Dear Ms. Dobrott, In doing my preliminary review I've discovered that Don Holbrook's membership and CEcD status lapsed a few years ago. He is no longer a member of IEDC (and therefore no longer a Fellow Member) and no longer holds the CEcD designation. We currently have no relationship with Don Holbrook and so cannot put this case in front of our Committee on Professional Conduct. Best regards, Tracy Tracy Kitts Chief Administrative Officer International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Main: (202) 223-7800 | Direct: (202) 942-9484 tkitts@iedconline.org | www.iedconline.org

Stopped by this zoo right before our flight home since it was so close to the airport and it was…read moredefinitely worth the visit! Initially when we came in, we thought the $26 admission rate allowed us to also interact and feed the animals. However, it was actually an additional $30/person on top of the admission rate to do that. So in total (with taxes/fees), it came to around $130 for two people to get the entire experience of coming in and interacting with/feeding the animals. However for us it was worth it! For anyone looking at the negative reviews of others experiences not being able to interact with animals, perhaps you could consider coming in earlier during the day (we came right when they opened at 10am). We were told by staff that for some animals they are more active in the morning since it's their feeding time and by the afternoon they are already resting/hiding. Within a 1 hour timespan, we were able to interact with the sloth, anteater, capybara/cavy, penguins and birds. There were less people in the morning so I think that also helped. It was overall so much fun!! Being able to come in and see the animals up close was so unique and incredible. Every single staff member we met was also amazing and friendly. They were so knowledgeable and you could tell they really cared about the animals. I also wouldn't take it personally if they didn't allow us to interact with the animals, that's most likely for the animals well being! It's already stressful enough for them to be in that kind of environment! Would highly recommend visiting and paying extra to interact with the animals if you can afford it!

My god baby celebrated her second birthday. It was a very busy day so we had to park in the second…read moreparking lot which had a very convenient shuttle bus. My baby was free and I was $30. I use my chest carrier but I seen a lot of wagons and strollers. It's a lot of walking, dust, sun and flies so prepare if you traveling with small children. Venders all around with refreshments and it's also an arcade cafe with food and drinks. I wasn't a fan of the pizza but the funnel cake line was in the sun and I have a month old. (Wasn't lol) The party room was basic with tables. You provide everything. Cake, table cover, party bags, drinks and you can buy pizza. I assume a crew member or animal costume person would come out and sing... but no I only went in the aquarium to let my baby see the turtles, sting ray and fish. (Funky) lol. Then we sat in the party til it was over.

My family and I have been coming to Kemah Boardwalk for over 20 years, and it is so special that I…read morenow get to bring my own kids here to experience the magic and create core memories of their own! We had such an incredible day from start to finish. We ate at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., where the staff was amazing and the food was delicious. Then we took our 8- and 9-year-olds and their friends to the Aquarium for the stingray experience, which was easily one of the highlights of the day. They absolutely loved it! We also rode the boat and had a blast--the crew was so fun, energetic, and engaging. We finished the day riding all of the rides, many of them multiple times, and the kids could not have been happier. Kemah Boardwalk has been part of so many memories for our family over the years, and getting to experience it now through our kids' eyes makes it even more special. Thank you to all of the wonderful staff who helped make our day so unforgettable. We can't wait to come back!

I'm old enough to remember when Kemah was just a sleepy, small fishing town caught (no pun…read moreintended) between Harris and Galveston counties. And then, sometime near the turn of the century, the Kemah Boardwalk changed all that. Out-of-town visitors by the -- give or take -- tens of thousands pay a visit every spring and summer, making Kemah a necessary item on any Houston travel itinerary. As a lifelong resident of the Houston area, I've been to the Boardwalk quite a few times for that rare opportunity to fine dine or show relatives from afar around. In my latest visit, my older brother, my eldest cousin, and I took our cousins visiting for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary here for a good hour or two on a comfortably warm day. While I'm not that thrilled that the Boardwalk is under the Landry's corporate umbrella, I still feel it's a landmark worth treating your guests to. The nearby Clear Creek and Galveston Bay look spectacular when the weather is cooperating, providing for an ideal backdrop for selfies and group pictures. Continuing on the subject of pictures, train your phones or cameras on the place's piece de resistance, the amusement park area. The famed Rattler is the most visually striking feature of the complex in my book. My poor health prevents me from getting on the rides except for the train, but I can't pass up a chance to take snaps of them. The six of us took the train around the Boardwalk. It was a great, quick way to catch a glimpse of the premises. Two tunnels, with one that's attached to Saltgrass Steakhouse, are a part of the short trek. If you're capturing pictures, I recommend that you do them in bursts . The train may move at a slow speed, but things tend to go by really fast. I almost forgot, there's a row of games that you would find at a traditional amusement park along the water. Highly recommend if you have kids. The Boardwalk isn't exactly for me, but it doesn't stop me from giving it close to high marks.

Great place for the kids and family!!! Very great customer service and great food and drinksread more

One of my son 's friends had a birthday party at Slick City Action Park on a Tuesday evening, and…read moreit was a lot of fun! I really loved that even adults can join in--sliding, jumping, and just having a good time right along with the kids. Because it was a Tuesday night, it wasn't crowded at all, which made the experience even better. There was plenty of space for the kids to run around and enjoy themselves without feeling overwhelmed. The party itself was great. There were lots of kids, pizza provided by the venue, and a variety of treats like cake pops and other sweets that were made by the birthday girl's mom--everything was nicely done and enjoyable. The pizza was actually good, which is always a plus at kids' parties. The staff was pretty decent--nice and friendly--and the restrooms were clean. My only small complaint is that the restrooms didn't have paper towels, only hand dryers, which I personally don't love. Other than that, everything was good. The boys went home full, happy, and satisfied. All in all, it was a great way to spend a Tuesday night, and I'd definitely recommend Slick City Action Park for a kids' party or just some active family fun.

Super cute spot for a date night if she's into a bit of a thrill. However, this is definitely an…read moreawesome place for kids! My son absolutely loved the experience. The have food, beer/seltzer and waiting area for all racers to be until their name is called. They should definitely have a few more games to keep customers busy, I walked in and one guy was sleep on the bench and nearly missed his turn. The only issue I had is the employee mentioned that the next race for my son would be "in about 15 minutes" so we bought several races on the premise of thinking that we'd have enough time to do them all in one night! Well, she lied! We ended up waiting nearly an hour! I was pretty PO'd. However, you can keep the races you bought until next time you visit. Sucks if you don't live close though. It's only for 1 year.

Special kudos to cashiers: Angelo, Emmalee, Alexis, Lupe. Track staff: Daniel, Gabby, Jacob…read more Mechanic: Dilan and Manager: Emerson K1 Speed made my son's birthday event an amazing experience. I give my best review!!!!

We went to the Houston Downtown Aquarium just to ride the Shark Voyage, and it was such a fun…read moreexperience. The ride was fun, smooth, informative, scenic, and very impressive. I really enjoyed it and would definitely go again. I highly recommend it if you want to experience it for yourself or if you're looking for something fun to do with children. The line was starting to get pretty long, so they brought out another train, which was actually exciting to see that they had more than one. After train ride we went over to feed the stingrays, which is always fun and slimy. We bought single tickets for these two exhibits, but they offer a full day pass of you want to see and do more.

I recently visited the Houston Downtown Aquarium using my CityPASS, and honestly, it was a huge…read moreletdown. The general admission section that comes with the pass took maybe 10 minutes to walk through completely. If you want to do anything else beyond that, there is an additional fee at every turn. To make matters worse, there is a complete lack of signage. It was incredibly confusing trying to figure out where to go, whether we needed to exchange our CityPASS for physical tickets, or if we needed a wristband (we weren't given any and were told our passes were enough). There was also no signage regarding pricing for the train ride. We waited in line, only to be turned away because we didn't know passes had to be purchased all the way back at the main entrance. I may have gone in with high expectations, hoping it would be comparable to the Texas State Aquarium, but this felt less like an aquarium and more like a frustrating, constant money grab. Save your time and money if you are looking for a true, full-scale aquarium experience.

Indoor fun to beat the Texas heat! Came to take our kids and…read moresince I have a pass, why not... I decided to play too! Pretty sure the guy at the front desk was shocked since he was already wrapping a spectator wristband on my hand. I shook off my nerves since you're seeing straight down when you're going up what felt like 50 flights of steep stairs and I ended up having the best time. 2 hours flew by literally. Unfortunately a lot of things were shut down but all in all we all had a great time. The play park is huge and netscape was interesting and challenging but my old butt was not going in there. Left that to our young ones. They have go karts, basketball, dodgeball, a swing and a free other activities. I was truly shocked at how much there was to do in the mall overall. You could spend the entire day there. They also have plenty of comfy seats to just kick back and they sell snacks but it's a mall so if you're hungry there's plenty of food outside of the park. I'm still trying to figure out the recycling gun station. Yuck.

Fun Once You're In, But Be Prepared for a Rough Start…read more The check-in process really needs improvement. Even on a slow Monday, the line was long and painfully slow due to limited staff. Noah at the front desk was doing his absolute best (props to him!), but he was alone and clearly overwhelmed. Management -- give this guy some help! Heads up: the Groupon doesn't cover taxes or socks, so be ready to pay about $15 extra per person at the door. That wasn't clearly mentioned anywhere, which felt a bit sneaky. Once inside, the experience is much better. The slides are amazing -- well-designed, clean, and surprisingly varied. The bounce zones are split into dodgeball and basketball, which is fun, though some supervision or age separation would make it safer. There's a great toddler area (under 3.5 ft), but not much for kids just above that height -- a bit of a gap in options. The swing jump was nostalgic and fun, but poorly managed. Only one hook for two lines made the wait unnecessarily long, and there wasn't much staff presence to keep things moving. Concessions were fine -- typical venue pricing, nothing outrageous. Overall: Worth it if you're using a Groupon or season pass, but arrive early, expect delays, and bring extra cash. Once you're in, the kids will have a blast.