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Hop on over to Southfork Ranch for a fun-filled Easter celebration! Photo courtesy of Southfork Ranch
Hop on over to Southfork Ranch for a fun-filled Easter celebration! Photo courtesy of Southfork Ranch
4/16/25 - By Gabby Cullen

Looking for the best things to do in Dallas and Fort Worth for Easter weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Due to the storm moving in, some events are canceling faster than we can track! Be sure to check with a venue before heading anywhere this weekend.

Easter weekend has arrived in DFW, and if you're looking for things to do in Dallas and Fort Worth for the holiday, there's no shortage of fun, even with the inclement weather. Catch a ride on the Bunny Express Train in Grapevine, or learn about the traditions of a Ukrainian Easter at the Dallas Farmers Market. If you want to go big or go home, Southfork Ranch's ultimate Easter celebration will thrill everyone with brunch, an egg hunt, a petting zoo, and Easter Bunny photo ops. 

If you're over the egg hunts, check out the Earth Day celebration at the Sci-Tech Discovery Center in Frisco, or let your kids try their luck at the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center's fishing derby. As always, enjoy your weekend! 

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Kids' Fishing Derby at the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center

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Prepare your tackle boxes, dust off those lucky lures, and get ready for a reel good time! Kids will love a day of fishing with over 18 prizes to win. Pre-registration is required. READ MORE

Easter Skate at the Allen Community Ice Rink

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Watch the Easter Bunny twirl on the ice while making your own laps at this fun annual event. Bring a nonperishable food item for ACO and receive a free skate rental. Note: All on-ice participants must wear skates. READ MORE

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Make your way to Level 3 near the Play Place for an exciting show just for kids! Whether it's magic or music, this free weekly event is perfect for the days when the weather doesn't want to cooperate. READ MORE

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Saturday, April 19
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Enjoy mornings of informal drawing instruction with Desireé Vaniecia, who will lead each session, focusing on a different work of art and a different drawing technique, such as perspective, proportion, or shading. Supplies will be provided, but kids are encouraged to bring their own as well! READ MORE

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Learn about the unique cultural traditions of Ukrainian Easter from long-time vendor, Cooking Borscht, and purchase their delicious Easter bread. The kids will love the egg decorating workshop, a performance by the Zorya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble of Dallas, and the free carrot cake tasting from 2-3pm! Be on the lookout for the Easter Bunny, as it's been rumored that he plans to make an appearance. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt and Kids Bubble Bar at Lakewood Brewing

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Grapevine Vintage Railroad Presents: Easter Bunny Express

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Hop on over to Southfork Ranch for a fun-filled Easter celebration! Bring your family and friends for a day packed with delicious food, festive activities, and memorable moments with the Easter Bunny. There are egg hunts timed to work according to when you have brunch, plus there's an arts and craft station and petting zoo for animal lovers. READ MORE

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Gabby Cullen
Gabby Cullen has over 15 years of media experience, starting in public relations before moving to the editorial side in 2009. With a decade of expertise in parenting and lifestyle, she balances her work as an editor and writer while navigating life as a mom of two. An avid reader and true crime podcast fan, Gabby lives in Dallas, TX with her family. Find her on Instagram and Threads @gabbycullen.
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