Summer is in full swing and its time to hit the road with the fam! Our friends at Visit Kilgore invite y’all to an incredibly fun-filled weekend! Delicious food, unique shopping, and family-friendly destinations all await you guys. Check out our full list of locations to visit!

Kilgore Donut Shopp

1003 N Kilgore St., Kilgore, TX 75662

To get the most out of Kilgore during your family weekend, you will want to wake up bright and early. To help you guys get going, visit the Kilgore Donut Shopp! They have all the classics, as well as a variety of specialty donuts and kolaches. It’s the perfect quick-visit breakfast stop to fill you up for a day of fun!

Kilgore City Park

Cnr of E North Street & Wood Street, Kilgore, TX 75662

We all know how brutal the Texas heat can be. So why not cool off in the Lazy Splash Ranch! This free to use splash pad is located in the heart of the Kilgore City Park. This giant recreational space also includes multiple playgrounds, an amphitheater, and even a super rad skate park! Your kids will absolutely love the iconic rocket slide that has been providing so many thrills for years now.

East Texas Oil Museum

1301 S Henderson Blvd Kilgore, TX 75662

Family trip or not, if you have not been to the East Texas Oil Museum yet you are missing out. This amazing historical destination, located on the Kilgore College campus, allows you to step into the world of the Oil Boom! Visit “Boom Town”, the museum’s replica of what life was like in East Texas during the 1930′s. As you stroll through this giant exhibit you will get to experience all the facets of everyday life of an East Texan during this monumental time period. Oh! And be sure to take a ride on the Elevator to the Center of the Earth!

Kilgore Mercantile & Music

105 N. Kilgore St., Kilgore, TX 75662

Ice cream. Gift shop. Music store. Yes, you read that correctly! Kilgore Mercantile & Music is your one-stop-shop that’ll make you and your family feel right at home. Enjoy a frosty root beer float or pick up a jar of locally made salsa! If you are looking for a more valuable souvenir to take home, check out their instrument shop in the back that has walls of beautiful guitars and more!

1826 Boutique

108 E Main St Kilgore, TX 75601

Want a new fit before heading back home? Be sure to make a pit stop at 1826 Boutique for some quality clothing and accessories. Ladies, they have it all from wide brim hats to beautiful dresses! 1826 also has a great options of men’s attire. Choose from a variety of trucker hats, long-sleeve tees, and more. They even has a solid selection of kids clothes too!

The Dream Willow

203 E Main St., Kilgore, TX 75662

If you are following along with our list, your next destination is literally just one block over! (We did our best to strategically map it out for ya.) The Dream Willow is a coffee/craft store that your family will absolutely love. There is something for everyone here! Add some health and beauty products to your daily regiment. Pick up some art supplies for you next big piece. Or grab one of their many sweet frappes! Oh, and say hello to the pet fish in their big aquarium!

Benis Mexican Restaurant

314 E North St Kilgore, TX 75662

Well, its been a full day here in Kilgore. We bet your family is hungry! Make your way down to Benis Mexican Restaurant for some legendary Tex-Mex. The authentic flavors of their chicken enchiladas and quesabirria tacos will just make this full day of family fun around Kilgore just perfect.

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