Every What’s Up Dallas post on Dallas Family Activities / Family Things to Do in Dallas
Five years ago, it felt like no one had ever heard of pickleball. And now? It feels like everybody and their mom is playing it! Is this pickleball thing just a trend? Probably. Is it extremely fun and will we personally continue playing it? Definitely. Plus it’s a good time on a dime, and you…
Love Studio Ghibli? Then don’t miss Studio Ghibli Fest 2025, an annual celebration of all things Ghibli! This magical event brings fan-favorite films back to theaters in cities across the country, including Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). Ghibli Fest is the perfect excuse to grab some friends, indulge in nostalgia, and relive the idyllic magic on the…
If you’re looking for things to do in Dallas or DFW, consider visiting a local rock climbing gym! Before you dismiss it, hear me out. Rock climbing is an amazing workout. It’s a full-body exercise that builds strength, cardio, and endurance. Plus, it’s really fun! Give it a try! Autumn here! The first time I…
Winter is both awful and amazing. On one hand, it’s freezing (especially at night); everyone seems to be fighting off a cold and any sense of routine gets tossed aside with the first sniff of holiday mayhem. On the other hand, that holiday chaos can be wonderful once you settle into it, with pretty lights…
In the past, we only visited Fair Park to stop by the Texas State Fair or to catch a Broadway show at Dallas Music Hall (one of our favorite Dallas Fair Park Attractions). So, imagine our surprise when we learned Fair Park had soooooo much more to offer. We already knew about a few of…
The best time to visit Fort Worth Stockyards is in December around Christmas time, unless you really want to see a rodeo, in which case the best time to visit is Fall. The reason is simple. Fort Worth Stockyards holds different events during different seasons. In our opinion, the Christmas season has the best events,…
Is Meow Wolf worth it? The short answer: yes, especially if you have a little extra cash and really love immersive art. Bonus points if you’re an amateur photographer. The long answer: it depends. We personally loved it! If you have a little time, continue reading to find out why. But, if you’re trying to…
In our admittedly very biased opinion, Art House is by far the best place to take art classes in DFW! There are classes for both the younger and the older Picasso wannabe! As a matter of fact…
This may be the best blog post we’ve ever written. After our interview with Alexi and Marco, the founders of DFW Young and Social, we knew we had struck gold. This organization embodies everything we stand for as a blog: it’s meaningful, inclusive, community-centered, and most importantly, fun—one of the best ways to get out…
Kiwanis Butterfly Festival Want to play with butterflies in Dallas? Of course you do! And you can by attending the local butterfly interact and release ceremony this fall at the Kiwanis Butterfly Festival! We cannot recommend the Festival highly enough. It is a unique, amazingly fun and overall enchanting experience. Best of all, it’s affordably…
We last visited our favorite Dallas Farmers Market Vendors with our dear friend, Vinoda, who had relocated to the States from India. She was excited to explore Dallas and to visit the Dallas Farmers Market. So, at our first opportunity, we headed off to the Market. We had a such great time visiting all of…
Fossil Rim State Park When we visited the Fossil Rim State Park Wildlife Center for the first time, it was an absolutely magical experience. Our relatives were visiting from out of town, and we had the best time interacting with the animals together. Fossil Rim is a family friendly activity that we continue to enjoy…