Browse family-friendly things to do in Dallas on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays including festivals, performances, markets, and seasonal events.
Back-to-school season is here, and Central Market is celebrating with a free event just for families! On Saturday, August 15, families can visit participating Central Market locations for the Back to School Kids’ Sampling Stroll, a fun in-store experience featuring food samples and special giveaways. What Is the Back to School Kids’ Sampling Stroll? During…
Looking for a sweet way to spend the first weekend in August? Head to the Dallas Farmers Market for the 8th Annual Original Watermelon Day, a two-day celebration of Texas watermelon season filled with family fun, live entertainment, and dozens of watermelon varieties. Taking place August 1–2, this free event celebrates local farmers while offering…
Most families know about the Perot Museum of Nature and Science downtown — but did you know the museum also has a TECH Truck that travels all over DFW bringing free hands-on STEM activities directly into local communities? And yes… it has its own event calendar. The Perot Museum TECH Truck pops up at: The…
Keep your eyes open, Dallas! One of the world’s most recognizable public art installations is coming to town. The Dallas Arts District will host the Dallas and Texas premiere of RedBall Dallas from June 19–28, 2026. Created by artist Kurt Perschke, the RedBall Project features a giant 15-foot inflatable red sphere that appears in a…
If you’re looking for a simple (and free) way to explore Dallas with your kids, the M-Line Trolley is one of the best hidden gems in the city. It’s a vintage-style trolley that runs through Uptown and Downtown—and you can hop on and off all day without paying a fare. What Is the Dallas Trolley?…
Did you know Apple Stores in Dallas offer free creative workshops for kids and families throughout the year? These hands-on sessions let kids explore art, storytelling, coding, music, and design using Apple devices in a fun and beginner-friendly environment. What Are Apple Kids Workshops? Apple regularly hosts free “Today at Apple” sessions designed for kids…
Looking for a unique family activity in Dallas? The Dallas Opera’s Family Operas series offers short, kid-friendly performances designed especially for younger audiences—with music, storytelling, costumes, and pre-show activities all at a very affordable price. These productions are a great introduction to opera for kids without the length or formality of a traditional performance. What…
Dallas will become one of the biggest World Cup celebration hubs in the country next summer as the FIFA Fan Festival™ Dallas transforms Fair Park into a massive free fan experience during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. From live match broadcasts and concerts to soccer activities, food vendors, games, and cultural experiences, the festival is…
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…
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….