Early Giving Starts Thursday, August 27, 2026 North Texas Giving Day is a chance to support the organizations making a difference in our communities—and families have plenty of local causes to choose from. In 2025, more than 100,000 North Texans donated $78 million to more than 3,500 nonprofits through North Texas Giving Day. The 2026…
Need to beat the Texas heat, escape a rainy day, or just find something fun to do without spending money? Dallas has plenty of free indoor activities that kids will love. Here are five of our favorites! 1. Galleria Dallas Play Place 📍 Galleria Dallas Little ones can climb, crawl, and explore the colorful indoor…
Looking for a free way to keep teens active this summer? Planet Fitness is bringing back its High School Summer Pass® program, giving teens ages 14–19 free access to participating clubs all summer long. Program Dates 📅 June 1 – August 31, 2026 What Teens Get 🏋️ Access to strength and cardio equipment🧘 Stretching areas…
Looking for a fun and creative summer activity for kids? Apple Camp is back for 2026, offering free hands-on workshops designed especially for children ages 6–10. During these 90-minute sessions, kids will use iPad, Apple Pencil Pro, and the Freeform app to create their own superheroes and send them on missions to help others. Along…
Looking for something fun to do on Saturday mornings? NorthPark Center is bringing a taste of the Texas Hill Country to Dallas with Hill Country Saturdays, a free summer series filled with wildlife encounters, crafts, games, and family-friendly activities. Presented by Visit Fredericksburg, the series transforms CenterPark into a celebration of Texas landscapes, creativity, and…
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…