Explore parks, splash pads, festivals, outdoor movies, nature activities, and family adventures happening across Dallas and surrounding areas.
Looking for free things to do with the family in Dallas? The AT&T Performing Arts Center is bringing back its Festival Series with a lineup of free, community-focused events celebrating music, culture, food and the diverse communities of North Texas. The series includes six family-friendly festivals, beginning with Latinidad in October 2026 and continuing through…
If you have kids, chances are you’ve spent plenty of time at a Dallas playground. But did you know that Dallas Park & Recreation maintains approximately 220 playgrounds across the city? Keeping that many playgrounds safe, welcoming and ready for families requires ongoing maintenance—and major investment when equipment reaches the end of its life. 🛝…
Looking for one more way to keep the kids cool before fall officially arrives? 💦 Dallas Park and Recreation is giving families a little more time to enjoy the city’s spraygrounds. Dallas Parks spraygrounds will be open daily through Labor Day, which falls on Monday, September 7, 2026. After Labor Day, spraygrounds will remain open…
Looking for a free fall activity in Dallas that’s perfect for kids and easy to add to your weekend plans? The NorthPark Pumpkin Patch returns to NorthPark Center this fall, bringing pumpkins, photo opportunities, storytimes, and seasonal fun to Center Park. The best part for families? Admission is completely free. The 2026 NorthPark Pumpkin Patch…
Looking for an easy, affordable way to spend a Thursday evening in Downtown Dallas? Bingo on the Green is bringing free outdoor bingo to Main Street Garden throughout September and October. Hosted by Downtown Dallas, Inc., the event combines a classic game of bingo with an outdoor movie-style setup, prizes from Downtown businesses, and plenty…
If a visit to the Dallas Arboretum has been on your family’s list, 2026 is the year to make it happen. Not only are there ways for Dallas families to visit the Arboretum for less, but this year’s holiday season will be especially significant: 2026 will be the final year of the Arboretum’s beloved 12…
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,…
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…
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,…
If you’re searching for free family fun in South Dallas this summer, these neighborhood spraygrounds are worth adding to your list. Operated by Dallas Parks & Recreation, they’re completely free and designed to help families stay cool during the hottest months of the year. Spraygrounds operate throughout the summer season and are free to the…