The best things to do in Dallas

Family-focused venue featuring 3 golf courses, plus 68 tennis, pickleball, and padel courts.

3333 Golfing Green Dr (Farmers Branch)

Family-friendly spot featuring a rink for roller-skating or rollerblading, plus bounce houses and more.

2020 Rowlett Rd (Garland)

Casual recreation center offering line-dance classes, plus a gym and a basketball court.

12225 Willowdell Dr

Skating center affiliated with the Dallas Stars, offering league play, lessons & open skates.

12700 N Stemmons Fwy (Farmers Branch)

The Courses at Watters Creek packs 33 holes into one spot, from the 18-hole Traditions to a quick nine on The Players and a fun 6-hole…

7201 Chase Oaks Blvd (Plano)

When the summer wiggles hit, Kid Mania delivers the cure with a massive Maze Mania, a stacked Arcade Mania, and the Kid Mania Cafe for…

9101 Tehama Ridge Pkwy (Fort Worth)

If a buddy waves you onto their tee time, Dallas Country Club is the kind of round where the conversation hits as clean as the irons. Play,…

4125 Mockingbird Ln

Thorntree Golf Club is the neighborhood spot to chase birdies, tune up your game in instruction clinics, then unwind over a proper bite.…

825 W Wintergreen Rd (DeSoto)

From concerts to stage productions, Plaza Theater delivers the good stuff, plus you can rent the space for receptions or business meetings…

521 W State St (Garland)

Need a close-to-home cool-down? Grand Central Park is your launchpad to Grand Prairie’s aquatics, Joe Pool Lake views, EpicCentral…

2800 Waterwood Dr (Grand Prairie)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

9228 Sage Meadow Trail (Fort Worth)

Rodeos, concerts, and other events are held at this arena.

Gomez Western Wear Arena, Mesquite Pro Rodeo, 1818 Rodeo Dr suite 1 (Mesquite)

Public golf course with a driving range and shop, featuring wide-open tees and challenging greens.

8951 Creek Run Rd (Fort Worth)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

3800 Dallas Pkwy (Plano)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

280 Uptown Blvd (Cedar Hill)

This golf club by the airport features 2 18-hole courses, plus a practice area & a restaurant.

3500 Bear Creek Ct

Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts.

17717 Coit Rd

Adventure center featuring 4 themed escape rooms where participants must solve various puzzles.

2414 US-80 #100 (Mesquite)

Large activity center with filled with trampolines, foam pits & safe kids' courts.

112 W Belt Line Rd #2 (Cedar Hill)

Attraction offering 2 miniature golf courses, a high-tech driving range & a craft beer bar.

1301 NE Green Oaks Blvd (Arlington)

Indoor trampoline park featuring a dodgeball court, a stunt-fall area and a rock-climbing wall.

2000 Market Pl Blvd (Irving)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

3823 Irving Mall (Irving)

Historic district in the home of Fort Worth's livestock industry during the late 19th century.

131 E Exchange Ave (Fort Worth)

Popular golf course known for its well-maintained greens and overall layout.

825 I-30 (Mesquite)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

2300 Green Oaks Rd (Fort Worth)

Natural 18-hole golf course on a creek with a restaurant, pool & tennis courts open since 1968.

15909 Preston Rd

Family-friendly country club featuring a golf course, a pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center.

625 W Lookout Dr (Richardson)

Educational & popular films show on an 8-story screen at the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History.

1600 Gendy St (Fort Worth)

Facility for high school sports, offering benches and seats, plus parking.

2500 Memorial Blvd (Mesquite)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

3250 W Pleasant Run Rd (Lancaster)

Mini-golf course featuring unique holes, a patio, and a bar.

660 Fort Worth Ave Ste 100

North Texas' largest water park features 50 acres of rides & slides & a 1-million-gallon wave pool.

1800 E Lamar Blvd (Arlington)

Movie theater chain, offering state-of-the-art sound & projection technology.

2365 Victory Park Ln

Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a 4-course, utensil-free meal served in a castle-like space.

2021 N Stemmons Fwy

18-hole golf course with a contemporary clubhouse housing 2 restaurants & a patio for cocktails.

6600 Columbine Way (Plano)

State-of-the-art dine-in cinema boasting an upscale menu, comfortable recliners and clean surroundings.

5727 W Interstate 20 (Arlington)

Golf course designed by Michael Hurdzan with mature trees, scenic views, and a player development program.

2800 Diamond Oaks Dr (Garland)

Well-maintained greens are a highlight of this public golf course.

4901 14th St (Plano)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

11819 Webb Chapel Rd

A short, well-maintained 9-hole par-3 course for golfers of all skill levels, complete with a driving range.

8940 Creek Run Rd (Fort Worth)

Big attraction offers celebrity wax figures, exhibits, laser maze & more in a Taj Mahal look-alike.

601 E Palace Pkwy (Grand Prairie)

Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.

601 E Palace Pkwy (Grand Prairie)

Old-school golf course with a driving range, plus a banquet hall, conference center, and meeting rooms.

2200 W Red Bird Ln

Private golf course with 36 holes, a driving range and dining, plus tennis courts.

5401 W Park Blvd (Plano)

Housing 2,000 animals, with a renowned children's area, a carousel & a mini-train.

650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy

Casual venue featuring lanes for bowling, plus multi-level laser tag.

2601 Presidio Vista Dr (Fort Worth)

Year-round public golf center offering an 18-hole course, driving range, putting green & clubhouse.

701 Brown Blvd (Arlington)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

1818 Coit Rd (Plano)

Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

121 Northgate Dr (DeSoto)

Riders on bucking broncos, plus rodeo clowns & Texas-style BBQ at a raucous outdoor arena.

Mesquite Pro Rodeo, 1818 Rodeo Dr suite 1 (Mesquite)

Historic center comprised of buildings for exhibits & events, plus equestrian & livestock shows.

3401 W Lancaster Ave (Fort Worth)

Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

1950 Marketplace Dr (Garland)

Golf club featuring a course and a 19th hole.

3502 Country Club Dr (Grand Prairie)

Long-running chain of recreation centers for mini-golf; some feature arcades & other attractions.

2004 W Pleasant Ridge Rd (Arlington)

Golf store featuring simulators and club fitting bays, plus tennis equipment and instructors.

600 Accent Dr (Plano)

Expansive, glass-enclosed waterpark with playful slides & pools, plus an arcade, gift shop & eatery.

2970 Epic Place (Grand Prairie)

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

5425 Columbus Trail (Fort Worth)

18 holes plus a driving range, lessons & elegant clubhouse with a pro shop & full bar.

2701 Ridgeview Dr CLUB (Plano)

Interactive water park featuring age-specific play areas with spray guns, cannons, and geysers.

601 E Grand Prairie Rd (Grand Prairie)

Country club featuring golf courses, tennis courts, a pool and a restaurant.

4001 W Park Row Dr (Arlington)

American fare, beer, wine and cocktails are served up at this chain venue for bowling and laser tag.

3106 State Hwy 161 (Grand Prairie)

Golf course with BBQ, generally in good condition, and featuring greens and bunkers.

3202 SE 14th St (Grand Prairie)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

7201 N Central Expy Suite #100 (Plano)

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

1303 N Collins St (Arlington)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

220 W Westchester Pkwy (Grand Prairie)