Top Kids Events in Dallas July 11-13, 2025
Last Updated: 9th July 2025
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The top kids events in Dallas this Weekend (July 11-13) include Ice Cream Social, Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr., and More!
I’ve rounded up the top kids events and activities happening across the city—from festivals and outdoor fun to live shows and family-friendly picks. Scroll down for my picks — or use the links above to skip to your favorite section!
Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.
Top Pick – Kids Event in Dallas this Weekend
Small Parking Fee, Plenty of Family Fun at Traders Village Grand Prairie
Make family memories without the big price tag! Traders Village Houston is offering $2 parking all summer long—just arrive before 10 AM on Saturdays or Sundays. Enjoy a day packed with kid-friendly rides, tasty eats, live music, and family-friendly shopping across hundreds of vendor booths.
When: All Weekend June – August 2025
Where: 2602 Mayfield Rd, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
How Much: No Entry Fee, $2 Parking!!!
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Safari Splash
Head to the Fort Worth Zoo and unleash your little explorers at Safari Splash, a fantastic 14,000-square-foot water wonderland.
You can snag a comfy shaded lounge chair, enjoy a cold soft drink or lemonade, and watch as the kids conquer four exciting slides, brave the water dump tower, and even command animal-shaped water cannons. There’s even a special designated area for toddlers!
Feel free to bring small coolers, but please leave glass, disposable straws/lids, and alcohol at home to keep the fun flowing safely.
When: Friday, July 11 – September 28, 2025
Where: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76110
How much: $6 for 3 and older, or $5 for zoo members. Plus general admission: $20 adults | $16 seniors and children 3–12 | Free for 2 and younger
La Fête de la Bastille Happy Hour
The Kimbell Art Museum and Fort Worth Sister Cities International invite you to celebrate French art and culture.
Get ready to experience the vibrant sounds of live music from String Theory Manouche, embark on a thrilling French-themed scavenger hunt for exciting prizes, and unleash your artistic flair with a food-themed still-life activity.
You can also purchase selected beverages and snacks, with Kimbell members enjoying a 10% discount during happy hours.
When: Friday, July 11, 2025 | 5 pm – 7 pm
Where: Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107
How much: Free
UNAA World Series Finals Season 10
The Ninja World Finals are hitting Dallas, bringing you up to three full days of gravity-defying action. You’ve seen these incredible Ninja Warrior athletes on TV, and now you can witness them live as they compete in the largest obstacle event on the planet at the Obstacle Sports Expo and UNAA World Finals.
Be right there as the top obstacle athletes from 23 countries push their limits in one of the most thrilling July events in Dallas.
When: Thursday, July 10 – 12, 2025
Where: Dallas Market Hall, 2200 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207
How much: Starts at $35 | Free for kids 2 and under
Film Screening: H-E-B Our Texas, Our Future
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is hosting an incredible screening event, H-E-B Our Texas, Our Future, showcasing a captivating five-part docuseries. These documentaries will explore Texas’ stunning State Parks, its resilient wildlife, and the dedicated Texans working to protect them.
You can immerse yourselves in these inspiring films throughout the day in the Garden’s comfortable indoor Lecture Hall Theater.
When: Friday, July 11, 2025 | 8 am – 6 pm
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107
How much: Free
DCT’s Cinderella Youth Edition
Image credit: Dallas Children’s Theatre
The Dallas Children’s Theater Academy is enchanting audiences with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, performed by a talented all-youth cast. This beloved fairy tale bursts to life with whimsical characters and unforgettable songs like “In My Own Little Corner” that will have you humming long after the show ends.
When: Friday, July 11 – 20, 2025 | 8 am – 6 pm
Where: Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75231
How much: Starts at $18
Best Kids Activities on Saturday
PRISMATIC: Fantastical Realms
Dallas presents PRISMATIC: Fantastical Realms, their third annual immersive art pop-up. Step into six vibrant, interactive installations, each a unique explosion of color and imagination, designed by talented local high school students in collaboration with Meow Wolf Grapevine.
Explore everything from enchanting underwater forests to dazzling crystal caverns, making this a truly unique and engaging activity for you and your kids.
When: Saturday, July 12 – September 7, 2025 | Saturdays: 10 am – 8 pm; Sundays: 1 pm – 6 pm
Where: SPARK Dallas, 1409 Botham Jean Blvd #004, Dallas, TX 75215
How much: $25 for ages 2 and older
Saturday Make and Take Crafts
Image credit: Coppell Arts Center
Discover the free, make-and-take craft workshops at the Coppell Arts Center in Old Town Coppell this Saturday. Let your children create and customize their very own craft kit at engaging art stations.
Just ensure a parent accompanies your little artists for this delightful experience.
When: Saturday, July 12 – September 6, 2025 | 9 am – 12 pm
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell, TX 75019
How much: Free
Family Day at the Samurai Museum
On the first Saturday of the month, immerse your family in a new aspect of samurai art and culture. Enjoy engaging, family-oriented guided tours and exciting art activities, all completely free.
This weekend, explore the museum’s rare samurai art and armor, including the new “IRON MEN” exhibition.
When: Saturday, July 12 – December 6, 2025 | 1 pm – 3 pm
Where: The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection, 2501 N Harwood St Suite 225, Dallas, TX 75201
How much: Free
Parker County Peach Festival
Image credit: Parker County Peach Festival
The beloved Parker County Peach Festival returns to historic downtown Weatherford this weekend, promising one of the juiciest July events in Dallas-Fort Worth. Celebrate the peach-growing heritage of the Peach Capital of Texas with a full day of family-friendly fun
You can indulge in mouthwatering peach treats, from cobblers to ice cream, all crafted with fresh local peaches. You can also enjoy live music, browse unique handmade goods from over 200 artisans, and let the kids delight in a dedicated activity zone.
There are also exciting contests, including a food competition and the Peach Pedal Bike Ride
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 8 am – 4 pm
Where: Historic Downtown Weatherford
How much: $11.50 for adults | $5.75 for kids
Ice Cream Social at Nash Farm
Image credit: Visit Grapevine
Step into the charm of Nash Farm’s 1920s-era Ice Cream Social. For just $10, you can indulge in delicious homemade ice cream, cool down with refreshing lemonade, and enjoy classic root beer floats.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 7 pm
Where: Nash Farm, 626 Ball St, Grapevine, TX 76051
How much: Starts at $10
Movies in the Park
Pack your favorite snacks and head over for a fun-filled event perfect for kids. Enjoy complimentary popcorn and water. There will also be plenty of space to relax on the lawn, so be sure to bring your comfiest chairs or blankets.
This weekend’s film is “Inside Out 2.”
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 8 pm
Where: Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065
How much: Free
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.
Image credit: Upright Theatre Co.
This upcoming weekend, dive into a magical adventure with your kids in DFW! Upright Theatre presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr., a captivating performance perfect for families.
You and your little ones will journey “under the sea” with Ariel, King Triton, and Ursula, experiencing an hour of beloved music and a delightful story about love and acceptance.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Where: Upright Theatre Co., 2501 N Main St Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
How much: $9 – $14
Disney ’80s–’90s Celebration in Concert
The Disney ‘80s-‘90s Celebration in Concert is hitting the stage, delivering the ultimate throwback experience with all the best Disney and Pixar hits from two iconic decades.
For a truly fantastic July event in Dallas, grab your crew and prepare to sing along to fan-favorite moments from classics like Hercules, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, and The Lion King. You’ll go from “Zero to Hero” in this totally epic, live-on-stage concert!
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 7:30 pm
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201
How much: Starts at $50.90
Top Family Activities on Sunday
The Smurf Experience
Get ready for a truly “Smurftastic” weekend adventure! The Smurf Experience is making its highly anticipated U.S. debut right here in DFW, offering you and your kids a chance to shrink down, turn blue, and help save the world from the mischievous Gargamel.
This incredible 13,000-square-foot, fully immersive attraction, already a hit with over 2 million visitors in Europe, promises 75 minutes of pure, high-energy fun.
It is packed with nine mission-based zones, featuring interactive scavenger hunts, exciting obstacle courses, thrilling virtual reality adventures, and even meet-and-greets with your favorite Smurf characters.
When: Sunday, July 13 – August 11, 2025
Where: Esports Stadium at the Arlington Museum of Art, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011
How much: $29.99 online | $32.99 in-person at the box office | Free for kids under 1
Animal Connection Experience at Fritz Park
Head to the Red Barn in the center of Fritz Park for a hands-on encounter with an array of charming animals.
You can pet, brush, and even feed friendly alpacas, mini cows, sheep, goats, chickens, ducks, rabbits, and mini horses. Plus, you can even enjoy a ride on a mini pony.
When: Sunday, July 13 – 27, 2025
Where: Fritz Park Farm, 312 E Vilbig St, Irving, TX 75060
How much: $4 for Irving residents | $6 for non-residents | children under 2 are free
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