Family Day Itineraries
Family Day Out
Section titled “Family Day Out”Duration: 4-6 hours | Budget: $50-100 | Vibe: Fun for all ages
The Plan
Section titled “The Plan”| Time | Stop | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Arrival | Park at Person Street deck |
| 10:15 AM | Museum | Airborne & Special Operations Museum (free!) |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch | Family-friendly downtown restaurant |
| 1:00 PM | Explore | Walk downtown, window shopping |
| 2:00 PM | Activity | Depending on ages and interests |
| 3:30 PM | Treat | Ice cream or snacks |
Why It Works
Section titled “Why It Works”- Free museum is world-class
- Lunch options for picky eaters
- Walkable distances between stops
- Affordable day out
With Young Kids (Under 10) {#with-kids}
Section titled “With Young Kids (Under 10) {#with-kids}”Duration: 3-4 hours | Budget: $40-80 | Vibe: Active, engaging
The Plan
Section titled “The Plan”| Time | Stop | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Park | Start at a downtown park |
| 11:00 AM | Museum | Airborne Museum has kid-friendly exhibits |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch | Casual spot with quick service |
| 1:30 PM | Walk | Let kids explore downtown |
| 2:30 PM | Wrap up | Before meltdown time |
Tips for Kids
Section titled “Tips for Kids”- Bring snacks (downtown has options but backups help)
- Bathrooms available at museum and restaurants
- Shorter attention spans = shorter stops
- Save shopping for after kids are tired
Teens & Tweens
Section titled “Teens & Tweens”Duration: 4-5 hours | Budget: $60-120 | Vibe: Give them some freedom
The Plan
Section titled “The Plan”| Time | Stop | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | Arrival | Late start (they’ll appreciate it) |
| 11:15 AM | Their choice | Let them pick first activity |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch | Something instagrammable |
| 1:30 PM | Shopping | Vintage, local, or specialty shops |
| 3:00 PM | Activity | Entertainment, games, or exploration |
| 4:30 PM | Snack stop | Coffee, boba, or treats |
Tips for Teens
Section titled “Tips for Teens”- Give them some autonomy
- Don’t try to control every minute
- Ask what THEY want to see
- Photo opportunities matter
4th Friday with Family
Section titled “4th Friday with Family”Duration: 2-3 hours | Budget: $30-60 | Vibe: Festive, community
The Plan
Section titled “The Plan”| Time | Stop | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 PM | Early arrival | Best parking, less crowded |
| 6:15 PM | Walk around | See performers, vendors |
| 6:45 PM | Food | Food trucks (something for everyone) |
| 7:30 PM | Music | Find a stage, enjoy free entertainment |
| 8:30 PM | Head out | Before crowds get too thick |
Tips for 4th Friday
Section titled “Tips for 4th Friday”- Earlier is better with kids
- Food trucks have variety
- Bring cash
- Know where restrooms are
- Have a meeting spot if separated
Rainy Day Plan
Section titled “Rainy Day Plan”Duration: 3-4 hours | Budget: $40-80 | Vibe: Indoor focused
Options
Section titled “Options”| Activity | Good For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Airborne Museum | All ages | Free, 2+ hours of content |
| FASCINATE-U Museum | Younger kids | Interactive, educational |
| Downtown restaurants | All ages | Lunch takes longer = less rain time |
| Shopping | Older kids | Covered sidewalks in some areas |
- Downtown buildings have covered entrances
- Lunch can be an event itself
- Bring activities for waiting
Weekend Morning
Section titled “Weekend Morning”Duration: 2-3 hours | Budget: $30-50 | Vibe: Relaxed start
The Plan
Section titled “The Plan”| Time | Stop | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Arrival | Free weekend parking |
| 9:15 AM | Breakfast | Family breakfast spot |
| 10:30 AM | Walk | Downtown is quiet and pleasant |
| 11:00 AM | Activity | Museum, shopping, or exploring |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch (optional) | Or head home before it gets busy |
Why Morning Works
Section titled “Why Morning Works”- Downtown is less crowded
- Cooler in summer
- Kids have more energy
- Parking is easy and free
Planning Resources
Section titled “Planning Resources”- Downtown Guide - Foot traffic predictions
- Events Calendar - What’s happening
- Parking Info - Where to park
Build Your Own
Section titled “Build Your Own”Want a custom family itinerary? The Downtown Guide Date Planner creates personalized plans based on:
- Today’s events and venue hours
- Your budget and time available
- Family-friendly venue filters
- Real-time availability