How to Find Activities for Children in Dallas/Fort Worth

Enjoy Dallas with family.

The Dallas/Forth Worth area offers multitude of exciting events, from professional baseball with the Texas Rangers to football season with the Dallas Cowboys. However, your children will also benefit from aquariums, zoos, water parks and more. Check in advance for opening times and days, as some parks are seasonal. Check around for discounts to keep the family budget in check as well.

Instructions

1. Plan your day keeping the weather in mind. Barring triple digit heat, the Fort Worth Zoo is a wonderful and exciting place to take your children. The animals are active and the exhibits are frequently changed. Check the zoo site for half-price and free days at fortworthzoo.org.

2. Head over to NRH20 just between Fort Worth and Dallas in North Richland Hills. There are plenty of wet and watery attractions for kids of all ages. Check for discounts and opening days and times at nrh2o.com.

3. Check out the Children's Museum at the Museum of Science and History for a little fun and brain stimulation. This place has hands-on activities that your children can enjoy. Check their website for current activities at fwmuseum.org.

4. Enjoy dinner and a show at the Medieval Times in Dallas. This place lets your child eat with his hands, scream as loud as he can and watch live jousting. The knights toss flowers to the girls and raise their swords to the young men. Check their website at medievaltimes.com for show times.

5. The Dallas World Aquarium is a great place to explore the wonders of the underwater world, especially when it's hot outside. A building that seems like a hole in the wall actually holds Belugas, otters, sharks, penguins and crocodiles. They offers shows and feedings as well as great settings for photos. Check dwazoo.com for opening days and times as well as discount codes.

Tips & Warnings

• Some of these locations are very crowded on weekends and during peak seasons.

References

• Dallas World Aquarium: Information