Kids Activities & Events Near Gladewater, TX

Jul 1 – Jul 8 · 185 events · 97 free

Family-friendly activities in Gladewater and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: Longview, Tyler, Kilgore, Lindale, Whitehouse

There are 185 things to do with the kids near Gladewater this week, and 97 of them are free. That includes things happening at Maude Cobb Convention Center, Longview Public Library, and Longview Exhibit Center. Everything's within about 50 miles, including nearby Longview and Tyler. Tap "Free", "Today", or "This Weekend" to narrow it down.

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Things to do with kids in Gladewater this week

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Mon, Jul 13·8:30 AM – 12 PM

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Tuesday, July 14

Tue, Jul 14·8:30 AM – 12 PM

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Tyler • Sylvania Church · 24 mi

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Wednesday, July 15

Wed, Jul 15·8:30 AM – 12 PM

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Tyler • Sylvania Church · 24 mi

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Thu, Jul 16·8:30 AM – 12 PM

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Tyler • Sylvania Church · 24 mi

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Fri, Jul 17·8:30 AM – 12 PM

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Tyler • Sylvania Church · 24 mi

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Questions about kids events in Gladewater

What are free kids events in Gladewater this week?

Yes, there are 97 free kids events around Gladewater this week. Think library story times, park programs, and community days. Tap the "Free" filter at the top to see just those.

What are the best things to do with kids in Gladewater this weekend?

There are 40 family events on around Gladewater this weekend, from outdoor festivals to art classes and live shows. Tap "Sat" or "Sun" in the day tabs to see just those.

Are there summer camps and multi-day programs near Gladewater?

They show up as registration opens, usually spring into early summer. Tap the "Camps" filter and check back through the season as new ones get announced near Gladewater.

How far do the Gladewater event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Gladewater, so you'll see events in town and in the surrounding area. Each card shows how far it is, so you can skip the long drives on days you're not up for them.

How often are Gladewater kids events updated?

Daily. We check local venue sites, parks departments, libraries, and community calendars around Gladewater every day, and the page refreshes through the day so you're seeing current listings.

Which venues have kids events in Gladewater this week?

This week's listings include Maude Cobb Convention Center, Longview Public Library, and Longview Exhibit Center. Each card shows how far the venue is and links to the source so you can check times and register.