Things To Do
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7 ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW
From bar crawls and parades to authentic New Orleans’ Cajun food, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW.
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10 Black-owned businesses in DFW for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day
Good food, creative cocktails, and unique gifts—find what you need to make this Valentine’s Day special at these Black-owned businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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America’s sweethearts hit the road: The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders announce Spring Tour
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are going on a nine city tour this April. Here are all the details.
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These are the 13 best concerts by politically active artists coming to DFW in 2026
DFW will soon get a chance to see live performances from music artists unafraid to share their political beliefs.
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It’s National Blood Donor Month: Here’s where to give blood in DFW
Discover where to give blood in Dallas-Forth Worth during National Blood Donor Month in January (and beyond!).
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How & where to give back on MLK Day in DFW
Volunteer your time, donate money, and learn more about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this MLK Day in North Texas.
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The history of HALL Park (+ the top 7 sculptures you’ll find there)
Spanning 162 acres, there’s plenty to see at HALL Park, including hundreds of impressive sculptures and works of art from local and national creators.
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9 spring & summer festivals in DFW to look forward to
With beautiful flowers, delicious food, wonderful music, and fantastic fireworks, you won’t want to miss these 10 upcoming festivals in DFW.
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Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington. The market is open daily, now through Dec. 23, with evening visits promising festive lights and even a chance of snow. You’ll find spiced nuts, candles, jewelry, delicious flower wine, (yes! No grapes, just flowers) and more ornaments than…
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9 ways to ring in the New Year in Dallas-Fort Worth
Celebrate 2026 with a dazzling New Year’s Eve party in Dallas-Fort Worth, some of which are kid-friendly.
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Get a taste of 10 DFW restaurants opening in 2026
You’ll salivate over these 10 restaurants opening in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026. Skip “the usual” and head somewhere new for dinner in 2026. (New year, new eats, anyone?) There are many new restaurants coming to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in 2026, from steakhouses to sandwich shops and everything in between. Milanese food? A Mexican steakhouse? A tasting…
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Here’s what to know about the new Netflix House Dallas
Netflix House Dallas is now open at the Galleria, with food, drinks, games, and ticketed fan experiences.
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Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington.
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The 10 most dazzling Dallas-Fort Worth holiday lights displays
Bring the kids to see these 10 dazzling light displays around DFW this holiday season.
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Harry Potter: The Exhibition: We made potions, fought Boggarts, & had a magical time
Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Dallas was jam-packed with spells, photo ops, and magical moments with my three kids.
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Best bang-for-your-buck hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth
These nine hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth offer amazing amenities, prime locations, and other cool features that make them well worth the price.
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8 delightful things to do in Denton, Texas
There are so many fun things to do in Denton, Texas, from exploring a unique bookstore to attending a local festival.
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13 family-friendly Halloween events in Dallas-Fort Worth
Discover 13 frighteningly fun (but not too spooky!) Halloween events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that the whole family will enjoy.
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Haunted houses, ghost tours, & other spooky experiences in DFW
From the longest walk-through horror house to visiting a cemetery full of infants, DFW has plenty of disquieting and spooky experiences.
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8 u-pick farms in North Texas & the fall fun they offer
The whole family will enjoy these nine u-pick farms in North Texas that offer fall activities and pick-your-own produce.
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10 things I did in Frisco that made me feel like a kid again
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Frisco for kids and adults alike. You’ll certainly get a nostalgia kick from our tour of the city. Sitting about 30 miles north of Dallas, Frisco is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in all of Texas. In fact, a recent study from GoBankingRates.com named Frisco the most affordable…
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Road Trippin’: Five fabulous road trips within five hours of Dallas-Fort Worth
North Texans in need of low-cost vacation ideas can consider these COURIER DFW road trip itineraries.
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There’s still time to participate in DFW’s indie bookstore crawl
Through the month of August, 24 bookstores in the DFW area are hosting a bookstore crawl. Here’s what you need to know.
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My friend group tried Dallas’s coolest new take on shuffleboard (& yours should too)
There’s a new game in town. See how Electric Shuffle elevates shuffleboard and provides a delightfully enjoyable group experience.
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11 Instagrammable places in the DFW that you didn’t know about
Enjoy this list of Instagrammable places in the DFW metroplex.
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11 places that prove Plano is anything but plain
As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, there are so many things to do in Plano, Texas. Check out 11 of our favorite activities.
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16 Free or super cheap things to do in North Texas this summer
Here are some activities that are free or cheap to do in the Dallas area.
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Fun in the suburb: 11 top things to do in Irving, Texas
From stampeding mustangs to gondola rides around a lake, learn about all the fun things to do in Irving, just a few miles northwest of Dallas.
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Where to go paddleboarding around Dallas-Fort Worth
Explore DFW on the water by going to one of these cool paddleboarding locations, many of which offer board rentals.
