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Top Things to Do March 13–15
Dragon Trails
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
When: Grand opening on Saturday, March 14, 9am–5pm
Continues March 15–June 27
Why go? The Heard is not blowing smoke with this new exhibition of animatronic creatures, this time starring both mythical dragons like the Basilisk (yep, the one from Harry Potter) and more real-life species that roamed the Earth during the time of the dinosaurs. Register online to join the grand opening party and come hear them roaring along the nature trail—though they’ll be still and quiet from 8–9am on second Saturdays. Included with general admission; children under 3 free.
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Family Night
Where: Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
When: Saturday, March 14, 4–9pm
Why go? The always-free family fun and activities gets cranked up a notch for this Saturday evening party. Come out to Dallas’ “living room” park for even more hands-on activities, games (and prizes too), and live performances with ballerinas, magicians and circus performers. Plus, you’re welcome to bring snacks from home, or pack light and hit up the food trucks on site. FREE
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Wizard of Oz on Ice
Where: Coppell Arts Center
When: Sunday, March 15, 2pm and 6pm
Why go? Just when we think we’ve seen all the possible adaptations of this story, then we find this one—and we’re not mad about it. This show stars of team of world-class ice skating performers (including a former Olympian as the Wizard) and cirque performers in wild, glow-in-the-dark costumes.
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Train-A-Palooza Model Train Show
Where: Grapevine Convention Center
When: Saturday, March 14, 10am –5pm
Sunday, March 15, 10am–3pm
Why go? Come see Thomas the Tank Engine-themed toy train layout, another made entirely of LEGOs and more model trains at this 12th annual event hosted by several local train clubs. Plus, you can take a spin outside on the Choo Choo Express trackless train and, down Main Street at the historic railyard, you’ll find something special: another model railroad layout inside a 65-foot-long baggage car. Free for kids 12 and younger; and all scouting organizations members in uniform. $10 for all others.
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Second Saturdays: Bioluminescent Magic
Where: Frisco Heritage Center
When: Saturday, March 14, 10am–3pm
Why go? Is your kids fascinated with sea creatures at the moment? How about ones that glow in the dark? We thought so. All ages are welcome to make their own jellyfish crafts, get creative at neon painting stations set glow under blacklights, and more hands-on fun inspired by the center’s Deep Glow exhibit by Texas-based artist Lauren Lewchuk. FREE
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St. Paddy’s Texas Style
Where: Wayne Ferguson Plaza in Old Town Lewisville
When: Saturday, March 14, 1–9:30pm
Why go? First, we love that it’s free admission and nearly all the activities are free—so it’s very budget friendly, right out of the gate. And this annual festival is also a fun one because it’s not only a blend of cultures Texas and Irish cultures. The city throws in a few curveball entertainers like Luche Libre wrestlers and, reliable kiddie activities like inflatables.
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Top Things to Do March 6–8
Soccer: More Than a Game
Where: Perot Museum of Nature & Science, Dallas
When: Opens Saturday, March 7, 10am–5pm
Continues daily (except Tuesdays) through September 7
Why go? Ahead of the FIFA World Cup games hosted here this summer, this family-friendly exhibition plays into that fervor—putting your kids in the players’ cleats. You’ll not only get to test your own skills but also learn about the science behind human movement, the cultural impact of the game, and careers in the soccer world beyond being the star forward. Special admission tickets required; free for children under 2. Show me
In fact, this is a huge weekend for soccer in DFW, when a brand new venue TOCA Social opens in The Colony.
Peppa Pig: My First Concert
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
When: Saturday, March 7, 2pm and 5pm
Why go? The violin, the harp, they cymbals—they all make different sounds, so how do they go together? This live orchestra experience is made for little ones as young as 18 months to follow along with Peppa and her whole family (including baby Evie) as they discover how to make music with strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion—the whole shebang. Characters will be available after the show too for VIP meet and greets. Show me
RELATED: A Look Inside the Peppa Pig Theme Park in North Richland Hills
TEXFest
Where: Historic Downtown Carrollton
When: Saturday, March 7, 3–9pm
Why go? In the nearly 200 years since Texas’ original Independence Day, we’ve developed quite a few traditions, including but certainly not limited to country music and cattle, barbecue and iced tea. And at this family fest, you can get a small taste of them—plus more kid-friendly fun like going for a wild ride on a mechanical bull. FREE Learn more
Flight of the Bumblebee
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
When: Update! This concert has been rescheduled to March 15.
Why go? Fresh off debuting its butterfly exhibit, the botanic garden celebrates another pollinator with this live family concert. Meet in the Fuller Garden to hear the story of friends Betty Bee and Billy Bee, as told through a narrator and actors accompanied by a violin, cello and piano. No ticket required for kids under 2. Show me
Safety Saturday
Where: Frisco Fire Safety Town
When: Saturday, March 7, 9:30am–noon
Why go? This mini village at Frisco’s Central Fire Station is typically open only for school field trips, but does open a few times a year to the public. So bring your littles to this morning event where they’ll get to explore the tiny town, practicing pedestrian safety around its streets, and see a fire engine close up. They’ll also provide mini Jeeps and bicycles (with and without training wheels) for special drive times around town. Sign up for your time slot online. FREE Learn more
Movie Night: How to Train Your Dragon
Where: Harmony Park, Trophy Club
When: Friday, March 6, 6:45pm
Why go? We’re inching toward outdoor movie night season, and Trophy Club is kicking off its own series with this 2025 live action film starring dragon Toothless and his rider Hiccup. Come early to lay your blankets or chairs on the lawn, and let your littles play on the playground until the movie starts. FREE Show me
Top Things to Do February 27–March 1
Dog Man: The Musical
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
When: Friday, February 27, 7pm
Saturday, February 28, 11am and 3pm
Why go? Dav Pilkey’s crime-fighting half-dog, half-policeman, who barks and battles characters from the graphic novel series, returns in this live-action musical. Saving the city from a cyborg fish and catching an evil cat is all in a day’s work. Best for 6 to 10-year-olds. Learn more
Winds & Wagging Tails
Where: Addison Theatre Centre
When: Saturday, February 28, 3pm
Why go? Lady & the Tramp, 101 Dalmatians—Of all the films starring heroic pets and their cartoonish villains, there are too many to count. But what they have in common too is great music. Here with the Plano Symphony Orchestra’s H-E-B | Central Market Family Series, your kids will witness how composers use woodwind instruments to bring those characters to life. Can’t make it? You’ll have another chance to join on March 7 in Frisco. Learn more
Butterflies in the Garden
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
When: Opens Sunday, March 1, 8am–5pm
Continues daily through April 30
Why go? No need to blanket your own lawn in milkweed. Thousands of butterflies of all different species will be fluttering around inside the garden’s Rainforest Conservatory. You’ll easily recognize the blue morpho, but which other native and exotic species can you spot? Combo tickets available for conservatory and garden; kids under 3 free. Learn more
Daddy Daughter Dance
Where: Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa
When: Saturday, February 28, 5–8pm
Why go? Open to 4 to 12-year-olds, this dance party helps your little feel the love all the way through February. The theme is “Love You to the Moon and Back.” Sign up, dress up, and meet up in the resort’s Wanamaker Ballroom. So, what should you do while they’re out dancing? Give yourself some TLC by booking the resort’s Mom’s Night Out spa party. Learn more
The Big Easy in Little Elm
Where: Little Elm Park
When: Saturday, February 28, 5–9pm
Why go? Of the Mardi Gras parties around DFW, which can get pretty wild, this is among the most kid-friendly. Expect lots of crawfish and loads of entertainment: from ‘80s cover by the Spazmatics and a king cake eating contest (let’s hope they don’t hide the plastic baby toy inside those slices), to a hot air balloon glow and fireworks to wrap up the night. Learn more
Find many more events at dfwchild.com/calendar. Have a special, kid-friendly event you’re promoting? Submit it here.
