If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids busy while avoiding the heat, Crayola Experience in Plano is a great spot for creative kiddos! It’s hands-on and completely indoors, making it ideal for summer days when it’s too hot to play outside!
Updated August 2025
CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE
Located inside The Shops at Willow Bend, Crayola Experience spans 60,000 square feet and features 22 interactive attractions where kids can:
🖍 Wrap their own crayon
🎨 Make melted wax spin art
📸 Star in their own coloring page
🏭 Watch crayons being made in a live factory show (times vary throughout the day)
There’s also a massive Crayola store (no ticket required!) filled with exclusive merch and souvenirs, plus a mini food court!
PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
Plan your visit around weekly themed programming like Toddler Tuesdays, Sensory Sundays, and Slime Class. On August 9th, there’s a special reptile show featuring 10 different reptiles for kids to meet and learn about! Plus, they have a special craft theme every two months with Craftoween coming up on September 20th!
LOCATION & TICKET DETAILS
Find the Crayola Experience inside Willow Bend Mall in Plano, between the food court and Macy’s!
General admission is $29.99 online, with annual passes available for $45, and children under 3 get in free! You can also add a $10 Fun Boost to your visit, which includes a souvenir drink, two popcorns, and two extra tokens.
