Discover free family-friendly events, activities, festivals, museum days, workshops, and community experiences happening around Dallas.
Looking for free things to do with kids in Dallas? The ARCO Bookmobile is traveling across the city with fun, educational events that encourage children to discover the joy of reading. Throughout the summer and into early fall, families can visit Dallas recreation centers, libraries, and community events for a free Bookmobile experience featuring story…
Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to be all about checking items off your list! During Texas Tax-Free Weekend, Park Lane is making shopping even more fun by hosting two days of FREE family-friendly activities on Saturday, August 8, and Sunday, August 9. Whether you’re stocking up on school supplies or simply looking for a fun outing,…
Calling all Stranger Things fans! If you’ve ever wanted to step inside the world of Hawkins, now’s your chance. From Thursday, August 6 through Sunday, August 9, Netflix House is hosting a FREE Stranger Things Fan Celebration Weekend filled with immersive photo opportunities, themed food, giveaways, and plenty of 1980s nostalgia. Whether you’re a longtime…
Looking for a fun (and air-conditioned) evening activity this August? Downtown Dallas, Inc. is bringing back August Movie Nights, a free indoor movie series at Plaza of the Americas, featuring five Monday nights of blockbuster spy movies from the Mission: Impossible and James Bond franchises. Whether you’re a longtime Bond fan or love watching Ethan…
The first weekend of the month is one of the best times to explore Downtown Dallas for free. Several museums, tours, and attractions offer special free admission days and activities that make it easy to spend an affordable day in the Dallas Arts District and surrounding downtown areas. 1. Ride the McKinney Avenue Trolley McKinney…
One of the best recurring free activities in Dallas happens on the first Sunday of every month at the Dallas Museum of Art. During DMA FREE First Sundays, families can enjoy free exhibition admission, hands-on art activities, docent-led tours, and access to one of the largest art collections in the city. What Is DMA FREE…
One of the best recurring free family events in Dallas happens on the first Saturday of every month at the Nasher Sculpture Center. Families can enjoy free admission, hands-on art activities, scavenger hunts, local artists, and creative programming designed for all ages—all in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. What to Expect Every Free…
Did you know you can take a free guided tour of some of Dallas’ most beautiful performance venues on the first Saturday of every month? The AT&T Performing Arts Center offers free docent-led tours that give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, and other parts of the Arts District campus….
Enjoy magic, music, pirates, circus acts, and hands-on learning—all for FREE! Looking for a fun (and free!) way to entertain the kids this August? Galleria Dallas is hosting a full lineup of family-friendly performances and special events that are perfect for young children and their families. From pirate sing-alongs and comedy magic to circus-style entertainment…
Looking for free things to do with kids in West Dallas? These neighborhood spraygrounds offer one of the easiest ways to cool off without spending a penny. Dallas Parks & Recreation operates these seasonal water-play areas each summer, making them a favorite destination for local families. Spraygrounds generally operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day,…