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If you’ve been to CAMP Dallas, you know all about the magic behind the door. Just in time for summer break, the interactive toy store is bringing a whimsical new adventure to DFW, and it’s one you don’t want to miss.
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Looking for the best things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this Mother's Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
This Mother's Day weekend is all about you, Mom! Whether you want to listen to a free concert or enjoy a free movie in the park, we've got you covered. University Park and Highland Village are hosting free movie nights, there will be free music in Plano's McCall Plaza and Frisco's Kaleidoscope Park, and of course, you can enjoy a pancake breakfast with the big cats at In-Sync Exotics or enjoy mimosas with Monet at the Dallas Museum of Art.
It's also Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month, so consider heading to Sammons Park in the Arts District or downtown Garland for family-friendly activities. If you want a classic brunch, check out some of our favorite restaurants pulling out all the stops for Mother's Day weekend!
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Free outdoor movies in DFW are worth braving the summer heat. After all, where else can you get out of the house to watch a movie with the kids that won't cost a million dollars? In the metroplex, summer movies for kids mean you can kick back and relax on the lawn at Klyde Warren Park while enjoying food truck eats or watch a free outdoor movie from the comfort of a lazy river in a water zone or aquatic center.
Grab the blankets and snacks, and head to one of the outdoor movie series in Dallas-Fort Worth this summer!
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The Hilton Anatole is one of the most family-friendly hotels in Dallas. Not only is it close to downtown, the Arts District, and many other Dallas attractions, but it’s got an attraction of its very own right on the resort property. The JadeWaters Resort Pool, with its Splash and Play Zone perfect for babies and toddlers, two 180-foot slides, lazy river, and pool, is a huge draw for families looking for a Dallas staycation, and the good news is, opening weekend is only a few weeks away.
Discover more family-friendly hotels in Dallas and Fort Worth here.
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Mother’s Day brunch is one of those times moms don’t have to step into the kitchen, so saying it's a special occasion is an understatement. The trick is to find a place that takes reservations but also has a perk or two for the kids. Eating out as a family is always an experience, but as all parents know, it can be a lot of work!
We’ve rounded up restaurants across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex that offer mouthwatering brunch offerings and signature drinks and welcome little ones with open arms. Some of our favorites for 2025 include Mother’s Day brunch at the Fort Worth Zoo and brunch at the Adolphus in downtown Dallas.
If brunch isn't your thing, head to one of the best playgrounds in DFW perfect for an early morning, or check a few things off our list of top things to do with kids in Dallas and Fort Worth.
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The Grand Canyon is, to put it simply... grand. Those views you hear about? They’re just as jaw-dropping as they’re rumored to be. And while it’s a place everyone should visit at least once, you're bound to have a few questions before you take your Grand Canyon family vacation. Like, are there any kid-friendly hikes? Can toddlers take a mule ride? Are there free things to do at the Grand Canyon with children?
If you're planning a family trip to the Grand Canyon—one of the seven natural wonders of the world—you’ve come to the right place. After enjoying my own first visit, I put together a guide to help you plan your Grand Canyon itinerary with kids. From the best viewpoints to what you should pack, here’s everything you need to know about Grand Canyon family travel.
Our US National Parks Family Travel Guide and Western US Family Travel Guide are full of more great places to visit with kids, from Zion National Park to Phoenix, Arizona.
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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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Let's be honest. Hanging out poolside is always cool, but in the summertime, having access to the swimming lakes near Dallas and Fort Worth is as essential to North Texans as a working AC unit. After all, if you love being outdoors and showing off your grilling skills, you'll need a body of water nearby when the heat takes its toll. Luckily, plenty of spots perfect for families in and around the metroplex are within an hour's drive of your home.
And, since we live in Texas and you know we go big or go home, you'll find the biggest inflatable obstacle course in the state at one of these places and waterslides at another. So, as you gear up for hot weather, consider planning a day with your crew at one of these spots where you can run, jump, and swim to your heart's content. And remember, always wear a lifejacket!
