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Free Things to Do with Kids in Dallas (November-December 2026)
Free family outings in Dallas: Klyde Warren Park's Children's Park, the Dallas Museum of Art, White Rock Lake and free holiday events through December 2026.
By Zippy Guide · Published Nov 3, 2026 · Last checked Nov 3, 2026
Quick answer: Three Dallas spots are free every week: Klyde Warren Park's Children's Park, the Dallas Museum of Art (free ticket required) and White Rock Lake Park. Add free events like Build Your City! (Nov 7), Choo Choo Tales and Tunes at NorthPark, the Dallas Holiday Parade and the Klyde Warren tree lighting (both Dec 5).
Klyde Warren Park & Children's Park
Klyde Warren Park & Children's Park is at 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy. The park is open 6 AM-11 PM. The Children's Park is open 8 AM-10 PM. Both are free.
The Children's Park is for ages 12 and under. It has a 35-foot climbing tower and slide, a climbing wall, two water features and restrooms. Food costs extra; food trucks are on site.
Dallas Museum of Art
The Dallas Museum of Art is at 1717 N. Harwood St. It's open Wed-Sun 11 AM-5 PM. General admission is free, but every guest, including babies, needs a ticket. Some special exhibitions cost extra.
Arturo's Nest in C3 is for kids 4 and under. No food or drink is allowed in the galleries, including bottles and sippy cups. The Level 4 Tower Gallery is open for snacks and bottle-feeding Thu-Sun noon-4 PM.
White Rock Lake Park
White Rock Lake Park is at 8300 E. Lawther Dr. It's open daily 6 AM-11 PM and it's free. The park covers 1,015 acres, with a 9.33-mile hike-and-bike trail, picnic areas, piers, a dog park and a wetland.
Parent tip: Keep little ones to the side of the busy loop trail.
Free events
- Build Your City! with ADEX: Sat Nov 7, 12-2 PM, Klyde Warren Park.
- Choo Choo Tales and Tunes at The Trains at NorthPark: Dec 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19 and 22 at 9:45 AM in North Court. Free, and separate from paid train admission.
- Dallas Holiday Parade: Sat Dec 5, 8:30 AM step-off. Street-side viewing is free.
- Klyde Warren Park Tree Lighting: Sat Dec 5, 4-7 PM. Free.
- Turkey Trot Family Zone at the Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot: Nov 26 at City Hall. The Family Zone is free; race entry costs extra.
Low-cost note
The Arboretum offers Museums for All admission at $3 (Dallas Arboretum Children's Adventure Garden). See the Arboretum site for eligibility.
Watch
Videos
Videos from local creators and organizations, shared for reference. Zippy Guide isn't affiliated with them.
The children's park at Klyde Warren Park is now bigger and better — video by CW33 (KDAF) on YouTube.
Video: CW33 (KDAF)
Spend a day getting lost in more than 5,000 years of art at Dallas Museum Art! — video by Travel Texas on YouTube.
Video: Travel Texas
KLYDE WARREN PARK TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION: CBS HOLIDAY SPECIAL 2023 — video by Klyde Warren Park on YouTube.
Video: Klyde Warren Park
Questions
FAQ
Is the Dallas Museum of Art free?
General admission is free, but every guest, including babies, needs a ticket. Some special exhibitions cost extra.
Is Klyde Warren Park free?
Yes. The park is open 6 AM-11 PM and the Children's Park 8 AM-10 PM, both free. Food from the food trucks costs extra.
What free holiday events are in Dallas in December 2026?
Choo Choo Tales and Tunes at NorthPark (Dec 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19 and 22 at 9:45 AM), street-side viewing of the Dallas Holiday Parade (Dec 5, 8:30 AM) and the Klyde Warren Park Tree Lighting (Dec 5, 4-7 PM).
Sources: each organizer's official page, checked Nov 3, 2026. Times and prices change, so verify with the organizer before you go.
