Having a Staycation? 10 Things to Do with Kids over February Vacation in the Bangor Area

Aren't going away this February vacation? Not to worry because there are plenty of things to do around Greater Bangor with your family.

1. Take the family to the movies.

The Greater Bangor area has 2 theaters to choose to take your kids to. Black Bear Cinema which is playing the Super Mario Movie this vacation and Bangor Mall Cinemas 10 which is playing WONKA. Check out their showtimes at Black Bear Cinema and Bangor Mall Cinemas 10.

2. 'Jump' into this vacation with a trip to a trampoline park

The Greater Bangor area has 2 trampoline parks perfect for your kiddos and you: Urban Air Adventure Park at the Airport Mall in Bangor and Orono Trampoline Park in Orono. Both places are fun for all ages!

3. Don't 'strike' out this vacation and take your kids bowling.

Greater Bangor has three bowling alleys to visit! Bangor Brewer Bowling Lanes on Wilson Street in Brewer, Sports Arena on Hammond Street in Bangor and Family Fun Bowling Center on Hildreth St. in Bangor.

4. Make a 'big splash' this vacation and go swimming

Visit one of these three area pools: Lura E. Hoit Pool in Hampden, Bangor Region YMCA Bangor, and New Balance Student Recreation Center at UMaine.

5.  Give your vacation the 'highest score' by visiting one of these arcades.

The Sports Arena on Hammond Street in  Bangor, The Bangor Mall on Hogan Road in Bangor and Bangor Brewer Bowling Lane on Wilson Street in Brewer. Each location has plenty of games for hours of fun!

6. Discover the new water exhibit at the Maine Discovery Museum.

The Discovery Museum has 3 levels full of fun for everyone with their dinosaur, cafe, veterinary exhibits, and more! For hours visit the museum's website.

7. Glide your way to one of Greater Bangor's indoor ice rinks.

Penobscot Ice Arena in Brewer and Sawyer Arena in Bangor both host public skating throughout the week.  Penobscot Ice Arena offers skate rentals as well. For times, check out the websites of the Penobscot Ice Arena and Sawyer Arena.

8. Get crafty this vacation at Generation Art Studio.

Generations Art Studio offers painting on canvas and ceramic in their DIY art studio. Check out studio availability or call 207-989-9003.

9. 'Slide' into this vacation with a tubing trip at Hermon Mountain.

Tubing is for ages 3 and up. Hermon Mountain has vacation hours on its website.

10. Cheer for your local high school basketball team at the tournament.

If your favorite team is on the court this vacation, a trip to the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor is a must. There is nothing like a roaring crowd, fresh popcorn and your team hitting the court! For all games at the Cross Insurance Center check out Sports Radio 92.9 The Ticket.

Have a fun staycation everyone!