LODGING and travel DETAILS

Travel Details

Attendees are responsible for their own lodging, airfare and ground transportation to and from the event. 

Event Address: 100 Great Wolf Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051

Arrival: Friday, April 30

  • Registration will be open from 12:00 p.m. CST to 2:00 p.m. CST.
  • Welcome session begins at 2:30 p.m. CST.

Departure: Sunday, May 2

  • Departure for airport can take place after 11:30 a.m. CST.
  • Recommended flight departure time no earlier than 1:00 p.m. CST.

meals + dining

Each school is responsible for planning its meals. Dining options are available at Great Wolf Lodge and nearby.

Parking

Great Wolf Lodge charges $10.00 per vehicle per day/night for parking.

  • Guests staying overnight may choose to add parking to their room folio at check-in.
  • For day visitors, the only payment option is credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay by scanning the posted QR code and following the instructions.

Lodging Options

Great Wolf Lodge • Grapevine, TX

What’s included
  • Discounted rate for 4/30-5/2, 2027 in select room types
    • Family Suite: Sleeps up to six, featuring two queen beds as well as a semi-private living area
    • Luxury King Suite: Sleeps up to four, featuring one king bed as well as a living area
  • Unlimited water park access: Included with room purchase for every day of your stay
  • Easy access to Theme Retreat event on-site
how to book

Book online: https://www.greatwolf.com/grapevine/plan or call 1-800-693-9653. Use code: 2704YBKS

Hotel reservations must be made by March 30 for discounted rates.

Off-Site Lodging + Commuters

Attendees are welcome to stay elsewhere but will need to provide their own transportation to and from the Great Wolf Lodge.

Nearby hotels
  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott
    2200 Bass Pro Court, Grapevine, TX 76051
  • Hyatt Place Dallas/Grapevine
    2220 Grapevine Mills Circle W., Grapevine, TX 76051
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas-DFW Airport North-Grapevine
    1750 N. Highway 121, Grapevine, TX 76051
  • Comfort Suites DFW North/Grapevine
    1805 Enchanted Way, Grapevine, TX 76051

Additional Details

Transportation

Attendees are responsible for their own airfare and ground transportation to and from the event. The Great Wolf Lodge • Grapevine is approximately five miles from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Available transportation options include taxis, rental cars and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft.

Discounted Group Rate

The discounted group rate for Great Wolf Lodge through the Varsity Yearbook Theme Retreat applies only during the event dates, based on hotel availability.

Communications

During registration, provide accessible email addresses for the adviser and each student. Communications will be sent via email and within BAND app. BAND app access will be provided after registration and payment are received.

Cancellation and event policies can be found here. 

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