- TripBuzz found 14 things to do with kids in or near Murray, Kentucky, including 2 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Benton and Gilbertsville.
- From Kentucky Lake to Treasure Golf, the Murray area offers 26 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Bowling and Mini Golf.
- Home of Murray State University, the city of Murray, Kentucky is a thriving residential, business and tourist community. Home to many scenic local parks, the cities outdoor recreation is a favorite pastime of locals and those visiting. Other points of interest include Kentucky Lake, various museums and the cities annual fairs and festivals.
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Covering 250.5 miles, the Kentucky Lake is the largest manmade lake in the Eastern United States. It is popular among fisherman for having the largest populations of white bass, buffalo carp, and yellow perch.
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An indoor miniature golf course lit by black lights, Treasure Golf features 18 holes of golf, each with its own distinctive layout, obstacles, and challenges. The course also features the Cove Cafe, which features a full menu.
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Operated by Murray State University, Roy Stewart Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium used for sports including track and field and football. The stadium provides an artificial turf field, a running track and a seating capacity of 16,800.
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Part of Murray State University, the CFSB Center is an 8,500 seat multi-purpose arena. The arena is host to a variety of concerts, family shows, conventions, and sports tournaments year round.
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Corvette Lanes is a bowling alley that features shoe rentals, 'Glow Bowling', a fully stocked pro shop, a game room, and pool tables. The alley also offers competitive bowling leagues for adults.
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North 16th Street and University Drive, Murray, KY
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Housed in the first permanent building constructed on the Murray State University campus, the Wrather West Kentucky Museum highlights the history of West Kentucky and the Jackson Purchase. Changing exhibits are also offered which cover this past era.
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The movie theater, Cheri Theatres, features a $0.50 discount per ticket on cash sales, 3D viewings, senior discounts, and stadium seating. The theater also offers 'Dolby Digital Surround Sound' and hearing impaired listening devices.
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Murray Calloway Parks & Recreation provides opportunities in leisure and recreational activities in safe and educational environments. They conserve natural resources and offer a range of recreational activities including soccer fields, disc golf, picnic shelters and playgrounds.
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The Arboretum at Murray State has a fully accessible horticultural display, public garden, and educational center. Two miles of paths offer visitors a relaxing walk and viewing of diverse plant life in open woodlands, savanna, prairie, forest, and wetlands.
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One of the oldest continuously producing theaters in the country is Playhouse in the Park. Throughout the season, a variety of popular plays are shown at the venue, and there is a special young actors' guild.