Things to do this weekend in and around Dallas | Kids Out and About Dallas

Things to do this weekend in and around Dallas

Friendly fun in Dallas for Friday, September 11, 2026 to Sunday, September 13, 2026. Check out these highlights!

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Friday, September 11, 2026

- 250 Years of Us: Amazing Race for Independence - Dallas - Start the weekend with a hands-on way to explore history at Dallas Public Library.

- 1-1 Online/Remote Violin Lesson 60 Minute $45 and Violin E Masterclass Session $25 Student USD - North York - Enjoy a personalized violin lesson online during the afternoon.

- Art Classes for Kids - McKinney - Kids can spend the day creating at Jump Into Art Studios.

- Heritage Village at Chestnut Square Guided Tour - McKinney - Take a guided walk through historic buildings and learn local history.

- St. Ann Community Carnival - Coppell - Kick off the weekend with carnival fun for the whole family.

Saturday, September 12, 2026

- W.A.T.E.R. Festival - Arlington - Celebrate water conservation with educational activities, crafts, and demonstrations.

- Safari Nights Concert Series - Dallas - Spend the evening at the zoo with animal encounters and live music.

- Moonlight Princesses at Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie - Grand Prairie - Catch a high-energy, all-ages K-pop-inspired tribute show.

- Hope in Every Color with Grant Halliburton Foundation at Galleria Dallas - Dallas - Stop by for a family art activity inspired by colors, lines, and shapes.

- Second Saturday Guided Hike- Trinity River Audubon Center - Dallas - Join a guided hike and enjoy the outdoors in the morning.

Sunday, September 13, 2026

- Grandparents Day - Dallas - Celebrate grandparents and senior animals at the zoo with special admission savings.

- FAN EXPO Dallas 2026 Brings Pop Culture to Life - Dallas - Spend the day exploring pop culture fun for fans of all ages.

- Fright Fest at Six Flags - Arlington - Visit Six Flags for seasonal thrills and spooky entertainment.

- 250 Years of Us: Amazing Race for Independence - Dallas - Continue the history challenge at Dallas Public Library if you missed it earlier in the weekend.

- St. Ann Community Carnival - Coppell - Enjoy another day of carnival rides and family activities.