21 Best Team-Building Activities To Do in Texas for 2024

‍Head out into the Gulf of Mexico from South Padre Island for a dolphin-watching tour provided by Viator! Relax on a spacious boat as Atlantic dolphins play beside you. This is the ultimate Texas adventure you wouldn’t even dream of! Enjoy the Texas coast scenery, learn about marine life from the onboard guide, and spot birds, fish, the SpaceX location, and the US Coast Guard Station. Cap off your adventure with a stunning sunset!

‍Get ready to mash, mix, and pitch your way to guac glory at this Guac Rock event! Gather your team and become culinary creators together, preparing for the perfect guacamole recipe judged by a panel of experts. It’s more than just a taste test—groups must also wow with a sales pitch and eye-catching presentation. Who will earn the spot at the local pop-up shop? It’s a fun, collaborative challenge that your squad will definitely love!

‍Gather your team for a standout axe throwing experience at Texas Axe Throwing! Located in the heart of The Woodlands and Spring, this is the premier spot for teams! Learn techniques like 2 Handed, 1 Handed, and Under-handed throws with personalized coaching from skilled Axe Masters. Compete in games and crown your top thrower as the Lumber King or Queen. Ready to have a blast?

‍Texas Brewery Tours offers beer and wine aficionados an exciting, safe journey through local breweries and wineries. Each tour includes transportation to listed venues, 2-3 complimentary drinks per stop, a souvenir, and a lively adventure! Choose from various tours like the 3-Headed Brewster, Conroe's Main Street Tour, West Side Brew Tour, and Lake Conroe Winery Tour. There’s something to suit every taste!

‍BlissWood Ranch welcomes equestrians of all skill levels to enjoy a horseback riding session in the Texas Hill Country. This is the perfect opportunity for your team to learn a new skill or perfect an old one! This 350-acre Texas ranch promises an exciting experience for all. Explore the property grounds with a guided horseback ride and get ready to be mesmerized by the beautiful scenery of meadows, forests, creeks, and ponds.

‍The Escape Game Houston offers the best escape rooms in the state, with the easiest booking process, and the fastest customer support. Choose from 8 award-winning rooms, including Cosmic Crisis, Timeliner: Train Through Time, Prison Break, The Depths, The Heist, Gold Rush, among others. Ready to work as a team and solve the obstacles you’ll find along the way? Do you have what it takes to escape in just under 60 minutes?

‍Did you know that Houston has the most extensive downtown tunnel system in the U.S.? Book the Underground Tunnel Tour by Astroville Tours and witness a combination of history, art-deco architecture, and modern amenities. This is an air-conditioned tour with outdoor views for an in-depth look at the metropolis below ground-floor in Texas' largest business district. Your team will also visit the corporate buildings that lie on top of these tunnels, including the tallest building in Texas!

‍If your team enjoys unique, exhilarating experiences, this one’s for you! If you dream of floating through the sky, that’s about to become a reality with Hot Air Balloon Adventures USA. Take flight high above the piney woods of northeast Texas. Enjoy a scenic adventure in the oldest form of aviation. Soar over lakes, woods, and sunlit fields, experiencing Texas from a whole new perspective. This is a memorable journey your crew will love!

‍Taste fresh, locally-sourced dishes crafted by South Texas's top chefs. On this Pearl District Food and History Tour, a top-rated tour in Texas, discover how an old brewery became a culinary hotspot. Savor street tacos inspired by Mexican travels. Explore Hotel Emma, a 19th-century brewhouse turned boutique hotel. Sample unique ice cream flavors from milk chocolate to lemon lavender. Highlights include Boiler House, Larder, Hotel Emma, and Lick Honest Ice Creams. Hungry yet?

‍Ready for some outdoor adventures? Drive 15 minutes from downtown El Paso and reach Franklin Mountains State Park, home to 125 miles of multi-use trails winding throughout 37 square miles of desert. Offering great hiking, biking, and rock climbing, it’s a must-visit spot for nature lovers! Discover almost 27,000 acres on over 100 miles of trails, but be prepared for rugged desert terrain.

‍Are you a team of golf lovers? We’ve got news for you! El Paso’s arid landscape is the ultimate setting for a desert golfing session that you won’t find anywhere else in Texas. Head to Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course and enjoy the Franklin Mountains towering in the background as you line up your shots on this 27-hole course. Verdant greens provide a splash of color to the Chihuahuan Desert - a landscape you won’t forget!

‍Welcome to the Grapevine Vintage Railroad in Grapevine, Texas, where history and hospitality converge. Step aboard authentic luxury 1920s coaches and prepare for entertainment! Take the Cotton Belt Route and experience the Great Grapevine Train Heist featuring Ms. Rosé, owner of the Cotton Belt Hotel, and watch out for mischievous train robbers like Mustang Jones. Enjoy a journey back in time with your squad!

‍Experience the thrill of a lifetime with Lake Travis Zipline Adventures! Soar across Texas canyons and Lake Travis inlets on five exhilarating ziplines, including the longest zipline in the state at over 2,800 feet. Between zips, take in the views of Lake Travis and the Texas Hill Country. Perfect for adventure seekers, this outstanding zipline experience promises unmatched thrills for everyone on your team!

‍Billy Bob’s Texas first opened in 1981 with a live concert from Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers. Forty years later, this country music nightclub, located in the Fort Worth Stockyards, is renowned as the World’s Largest Honky Tonk. Live out a real Texas experience with your crew as you explore this famed, massive country music venue, featuring a live bull-riding arena and dozens of bars!

‍Discover the rich history of the Fort Worth Stockyards on a guided walking tour! You'll visit significant historic locations throughout the Stockyards, accompanied by a guide who will share intriguing historical facts, cultural insights, and captivating stories. This tour offers a unique opportunity to learn about the colorful past and cultural heritage of this iconic Wild West destination.

‍Put your hiking boots on and discover this 3.2-mile out-and-back trail near Austin, Texas. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of one hour to complete. Explore the beauty of Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls, but bear in mind the latter is a seasonal waterfall and may be dry during the summer months. This trail is open year-round.

‍Experience 300 years of history as you explore the El Paso Mission Trail. Start at this iconic landmark of the Lone Star State: the Ysleta Mission Church. Continue to the eye-catching Socorro Mission a few miles to the south, and end your adventure at the San Elizario Presidio Chapel, built with rounded archways typical of traditional Spanish mission architecture. As part of the trail, you can also visit the Tigua Indian Cultural Center and the Veteran’s Museum.

Lonestar Adventure Sports was created to provide local Texas residents and visitors with various types of outdoor activities available in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. Book the Sunset Paddle Tour, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, and enjoy stunning views of Rockledge Park on this guided tour! Gather your team 1 hour prior to sunset and meet your guide at the kayak station. Are you ready for the adventure?

‍Texans Archery Club operates all archery ranges and events at Elm Fork. This archery range is located on a 500-acre property, at Elm Fork Shooting Sports Complex.The archery range is isolated on the northwest end of the property, away from most gun ranges. Challenge your team to this precision sport and don’t forget to wear appropriate clothing and insect preparation. Most of the surrounding areas have gravel walk paths, but beware of snakes.

‍Get off the beaten path and onto the Buffalo Bayou with your team! Get familiar with Houston’s views and serenity on a guided kayak tour. These kayak tours are also great for bird watching and bat watching! Choose from four available tours: Houston Skyline Tour, Houston Sunrise Serenity Tour, Full Moon Tour, and Sunset Skyline Tour.

Hueco Tanks State Park is a haven for rock climbers! Besides hiking and bird watching, this is the place to study nature and history, picnic, and stargaze. Hueco Tanks is considered one of the best bouldering spots in the world. If you want to climb on East, East Spur, or West Mountain, you must schedule a tour with a guide. Book a private guided tour and go climbing with your crew!