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Things to do in Killeen with kids

4 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.

Family-friendly ideas around Killeen, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.

Playgrounds

19 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.

  • Phyllis Park0.1 mi from downtown
  • Conder Park0.4 mi from downtown
  • Fowler Park0.5 mi from downtown
See all 19 →

Libraries

Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.

  • Killeen City Library System205 E Church Ave
  • Copper Mountain Branch Library3000 S W S Young Dr
See all 2 →

Picnic spots

Day-use areas for a family picnic.

  • Stillhouse Hollow Lake12 mi southeast
  • Belton Lakeview Park14 mi east
  • Belton Lake15 mi east
See all 21 →

Wildlife and nature

Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.

  • Stillhouse Hollow Lake12 mi southeast
  • Belton Lake15 mi east
  • Live Oak Ridge15 mi east
See all 27 →

Around town

John Blackburn Log House, Killeen
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Killeen High School
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John Blackburn Log House, Killeen
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Questions

What is there to do in Killeen with kids?

Playgrounds (19), Libraries (2), Picnic spots (21), Wildlife and nature (27). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.

What can kids do in Killeen for free?

Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.

What can families do in Killeen when it rains or it’s hot?

Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.

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