Bring the kids (ages 6 to 12) for a great week of tours and fun in the Kids’ Explorer Club. Games, crafts, swimming, and trips; every day is packed with fun. Breakfast, lunch and snack included. Open Sunday from 6:30 PM until 9:00 PM, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Friday from 7:00 AM until after the banquet.
Participants must register and pay the convention administrative fee before attending any events. Discounted tickets for events may be purchased on the pre-registration form.
The Rules, Please Read: Parents must accompany kids to their first Kids’ Explorer Club event to sign required permission forms. Necessary medications must be supplied each day. Kids’ Explorer Club cannot accept participants who are medically fragile. Parents will be expected to remove children who exhibit uncontrollable or highly inappropriate behavior.
Have questions? Contact Janet Dickelman, ACB Convention Chair, at 651-428-5059.
Kids’ Explorers Club Activities
Sunday, July 5, Press Club
Meet Kids’ Club leaders and play games. Snacks included.
Monday, July 6, Press Club
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club $15 ($20)
"Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!" The widely recognized Dallas Zoo is the largest zoo in Texas. See the Giants of the Savanna, the Children's Zoo, the Wilds of Africa and the Gorilla Conservation Research Center. You can get up close and personal with many animals, including giraffes! Includes breakfast, lunch, swimming and games.
Tuesday, July 7, Press Club
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club $15 ($20)
Galleria Ice Skating! Indoor ice skating to music videos. Shops, food and fun! A truly "cool" experience! Includes breakfast, lunch, swimming and games.
Wednesday, July 8, Press Club
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club $15 ($20)
SMG Theaters feature the latest digital projection and sound for an unmatched cinema experience. We'll pick a fun movie for everyone and have lunch at the grill! Includes breakfast, lunch, swimming and games.
Thursday, July 9, Press Club
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club $15 ($20)
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a "world of wonder" and described as "groundbreaking, breathtaking and mind shaping." 12 permanent exhibit halls and traveling exhibitions inspire curiosity in all ages! Amaze your brain with hands-on learning experiences. Includes breakfast, lunch, swimming and games.
Friday, July 9, Press Club
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club $15 ($20)
What could be more fun than ending your week at Kids’ Club playing arcade games, bowling and eating great food! The Main Event has it all! Includes breakfast, lunch, swimming and games.
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Kids’ Explorers Club Party
Last chance to have fun with Kids’ Club friends while eating pizza and playing games.