The best things to do in South Dallas

13 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Thorntree Golf Club

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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)

“Thorntree Golf Club is the neighborhood spot to chase birdies, tune up your game in instruction clinics, then unwind over a proper bite. Book a tee time, check the tennis courts, maybe even peek at the club calendar and make a whole afternoon of it.”

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Grand Central Park

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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)

“Need a close-to-home cool-down? Grand Central Park is your launchpad to Grand Prairie’s aquatics, Joe Pool Lake views, EpicCentral excitement, and even pickleball open play, plus a packed events calendar that keeps weeknights interesting when the Texas heat is doing the most.”

From the South Dallas newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Cinemark Cedar Hill

Entertainment

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

280 Uptown Blvd (Cedar Hill)

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

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Altitude Trampoline Park Cedar Hill

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

112 W Belt Line Rd #2 (Cedar Hill)

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

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Cinemark Lancaster Movies 14

Entertainment

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

3250 W Pleasant Run Rd (Lancaster)

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

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B&B Theatres Red Oak 12

Entertainment

Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.

615 N Interstate 35 E Rd (Red Oak)

“Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.”

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The Golf Club of Dallas

Entertainment

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

2200 W Red Bird Ln (Dallas)

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

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AMF DeSoto Lanes

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

121 Northgate Dr (DeSoto)

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

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Grand Oaks Golf Club

Entertainment

Golf club featuring a course and a 19th hole.

3502 Country Club Dr (Grand Prairie)

“Golf club featuring a course and a 19th hole.”

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Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark

Entertainment

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

2970 Epic Place (Grand Prairie)

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

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Main Event Grand Prairie

Entertainment

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

3106 State Hwy 161 (Grand Prairie)

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

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Prairie Lakes Golf Course

Entertainment

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

3202 SE 14th St (Grand Prairie)

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

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Cinemark Grand Prairie

Entertainment

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

220 W Westchester Pkwy (Grand Prairie)

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

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