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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Looking for the best things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this 4th of July weekend? Well, Texans go big or go home, and family-friendly 4th of July celebrations are no different. The metroplex lights up with so many spectacular displays of fireworks, festive parades, and patriotic events that it's going to be hard to decide where to hang your hat for the weekend. Celebrate our nation's birthday with fireworks at Six Flags Over Texas, one of the many Independence Day festivals, or at one of the biggest fireworks displays in the country—Addison Kaboom Town!
If you want other fun ideas, make the most of the long weekend by checking off things on your Dallas-Fort Worth bucket list or a quick escape to a local lake for some classic summer fun!
The weather is heating up, and you’re always looking for something new and cool to do with the kids. If you haven’t checked out Fritz’s Adventure, the newly opened indoor climbing park in The Colony, you’re missing out. From ropes courses to underground tunnel mazes, this spot offers thrilling attractions for everyone from toddlers to adults.
Enjoy the tradition of the 4th of July fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth this holiday with friends and family throughout the metroplex.
North Texans sure do love their fireworks on Independence Day. That's why if you're looking for 4th of July fireworks in Dallas, Fort Worth, or anywhere else in the metroplex, you don't have to look very far. There are, however, some celebrations that go above and beyond just a sparkly show, and that's what we've found for you and your crew.
If you plan to celebrate the 4th of July at home, dive into desserts, Independence Day crafts, and more from our list of the Best At-Home Fourth of July Activities for Kids. Plus, discover seasonal fun with free outdoor movies, concerts, and more in our Ultimate Dallas-Fort Worth Kids Summer Vacation Guide.
Just 15 minutes away from downtown Dallas lies an oasis that’s perfect for a day in the sun or a family-staycation. Omni Las Colinas recently kicked off its summer programming with live music Fridays and a DJ on Saturdays. Plus, the popular Tiki Social pop-up bar and grill will be serving custom-crafted cocktails and an island-themed menu perfect for a poolside adventure.
Free concerts throughout DFW in the summertime, where parents can pack up both a picnic and restless tots and spend an evening under the stars, are beautiful music to our ears.
Free concerts in the summer are a gift to parents. A chance to listen to good tunes? Check. An opportunity to let your kid dance their wiggles out in the great wide open? Check! Realizing that there are outdoor concerts pretty much everywhere in North Texas when the warm weather hits? Check!
These shows are mostly family-friendly, but it's always a good idea to check who's performing in advance to ensure your kids will want to stay for the whole set. Here are some great free concerts in Dallas-Fort Worth this summer, and don't forget to check out our Ultimate Dallas Kids Summer Vacation Guide for more fun things to do.
Looking for the best things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this Memorial Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
If you're looking for things to do in Dallas, Fort Worth, or the rest of the metroplex, this weekend is filled with last chances and new beginnings. Universe of Light, a new DC comic exhibit, opens at the Gaylord Texan, while the Dallas Children's Theater will perform James and the Giant Peach for the last time, and the Scarborough Renaissance Festival will end its 2025 run on Monday, May 26.
Speaking of Monday, it's Memorial Day! Celebrate with a free concert by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Flag Pole Hill Park, or hit the surf and slides at Epic Waters' Summer Bash. Enjoy the long weekend, ya'll!
Any North Texan parent knows that the summer months are best spent near or in water. If you can't make it to one of the swimming lakes nearby, a great way to cool off is to hit one of the local water playgrounds and splash pads in Dallas, Fort Worth, or the rest of the metroplex. Some are simple with a few buckets and spigots, and others are a whole experience.
That's why we've rounded up the best splash pads in Dallas-Fort Worth so you'll have a list of spots to check out when your kids are clamoring for a little water play. After all, there's nothing like free summer activities to keep the kids busy and happy!
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