Dallas weekly e-newsletter |
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Sun, Mar 29: Hello, Dolly! Presented by NTPA Repertory Theatre
Fri, Apr 3: Cheeky Monkey’s Eggstravaganza at Cheeky Monkeys Highland Village
Sat, Apr 4: Easter
Eggstravaganza at Kirby Creek Natatorium
Sat, Apr 11: Touch-A-Truck at Commons at Agora
Sat, Apr 11: Warbird Weekend at Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center
Sat, Apr 18: Carrollton's Earth Day Celebration at Josey Ranch Lake
Library
Sat, Apr 25: Allen 150 Fest at Joe Farmer Recreation Center
Sat, May 2: Highland Village Art Festival
Sat, May 2: Cottonwood Art Festival at Cottonwood Park
Sat, May 2: Up, Up & Away: Festival of Flight at Prestwick STEM Academy
Fri, May 15: Wildflower Arts & Music Festival at Galatyn Park Urban Center
Fri, May 15: 42nd Annual Main Street Fest
Fri, May 22: The National Polka Festival at Ennis Convention and Visitors Bureau |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: Before I had kids, one of my colleagues told me that fundamentally, a parent’s job is to point. At first, you point physically: You point at the waterfall and say “waterfall,” at the moon and say “moon,” at the flower and say “flower.” You’re helping a child connect sounds to objects, words to concepts, language to reality. But later, and really all the way through, the
pointing becomes more metaphorical. Parenting is the ongoing work of connecting your child’s growing capacity to understand with a world that is, to them, forever expanding. As I had Madison and Ella, I came to think of this as being a tour guide to the world. A good tour guide needs to know the landscape, of course. But even more important, a good tour guide needs to know the traveler. What can this particular child see right now? What are they ready for? What do they care
about? What frightens them? What delights them? It's useful to remember that kids haven’t actually been here before: The world is brand-new to them over and over again, so what feels ordinary to us is often astonishing to a child. Tour guides who are doing their job well pay close attention to who their audience is and what they know, and that makes the pointing easier and more fun. Spring is the perfect season to practice pointing. In spring, the world changes fast enough for
kids to notice. Buds swell and burst. Birds return. Tiny green things push up through the dirt as if by magic. Day to day, the world becomes visibly more alive. If we point it out, kids can catch it happening in real time. And spring does not arrive quietly. It comes as an avalanche of the senses: color, smell, birdsong, mud, wind, sunlight, thunder, petals, pollen, rushing water. So maybe that’s part of the job, too: not just to point, but to lean into it. To stand beside our
kids in the rush of it all and say, Look! Here it comes.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Ripley's Believe It or Not - Grand Prairie Get ready to experience unbelievable family fun at the fascinating Ripley’s Believe It or Not! with five awesome indoor attractions under one roof. Discover wonder in our Ripley’s Believe it or Not Odditorium and marvel at hundreds of rare and unusual artifacts and interactive fun. Mingle with your favorite celebrities at Louis Tussaud Palace of Wax. Experience the thrill of riding the movies on our 7d moving theater or find your way through the exciting Ripley’s enchanted mirror maze with countless selfie opportunities. Last, test your skills at the all new Ripleys Power up video game experience. Ripley’s Grand Prairie is your one-stop destination for hours of family fun! $3 off Combo Ticket! https://www.ripleys.com/grandprairie/
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Not every athlete needs to specialize at a young age — and rowing is proof. Many rowers don’t start until middle school or high school, yet go on to compete at high levels. Our Learn-to-Row Camps are designed for kids who want to explore a new sport without pressure or long-term commitment. Campers develop coordination, strength, and teamwork skills that translate to any athletic path. Rowing rewards effort, curiosity, and consistency — not early specialization. If your child enjoys staying active and learning something new, rowing can fit perfectly into their journey. Limited spots available — camps fill fast.
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Moms do everything to keep their families moving—school schedules, activities, work, and endless responsibilities. But when fatigue, brain fog, or stubborn weight gain appear, keeping up with it all can feel overwhelming. At Lindora Preston Forest, we help families take control of their health through metabolic testing and personalized wellness programs for adults and kids ages 12+. Our medically guided approach focuses on understanding how the body works and creating sustainable plans that restore energy, support metabolism, and build healthier habits. Because when moms feel their best, the entire family benefits.
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Adventure Kids Playcare Summer Camps are packed with creativity, friendship, and hands-on fun to keep kids engaged all summer long! Campers dive into dynamic group activities that build teamwork and collaboration while exploring their imaginations through exciting maker projects. Each week features exciting themes like Grossology, Tropical Vibes Studio, Trendy Treats Lab, and Eras Art Tour, with activities that include glow parties, global adventures, art projects, marble maze building, and even robot creation. Along the way, campers also explore STEAM through cooking, baking, and fun experiments that spark curiosity and creativity. Camp runs daily from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, with before and after care available, and flexible options including half-day, full-day, and flex passes. It’s a summer full of adventure, discovery, and fun in a safe, nurturing environment!
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This summer, kids can shine on stage with North Texas Performing Arts’ performing arts camps for grades K–8! Offered in Plano, Fairview, Frisco, Dallas, and Southlake, NTPA camps immerse students in acting, movement, improvisation, theatre games, choreography, and hands-on visual art. Each age-appropriate session builds creativity, confidence, and collaboration while encouraging kids to explore characters and storytelling in a fun, supportive environment. Adaptive camps are available through NTPA Deaf Theatre and NTPA Starcatchers for Deaf students and students with disabilities, ensuring every child has a place to belong. All programs are guided by NTPA’s Ten Characters leadership values. New students receive 40% off their first camp. Link: www.ntpa.org/camps
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Join us at PSM Allen for an unforgettable Easter celebration on Sunday, March 29th! Along with plenty of playtime, the Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance—so be sure to bring your camera for some magical moments. Each child will receive a special gift from the Easter Bunny. Plus, little ones under the age of 1 get in free with a paying sibling. Don’t miss out on the fun—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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This musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder’s hit play The Matchmaker bursts with humor, romance, energetic dance and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. The romantic and comic exploits of Dolly Gallagher Levi, turn-of-the-century matchmaker and “woman who arranges things,” makes Broadway History! NTPA Repertory Theatre delivers professional-quality theatrical entertainment that inspires audiences and empowers artists bringing Broadway to the ‘Burbs.
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Go BUNNY Wild! With egg hunts, tulips, spring flowers, barnyard animals, over 30 exciting rides & attractions, and the Easter Bunny himself, BUNNYPALOOZA at Yesterland Farm is choc-full of springtime fun for the whole family! Flash Sale tickets are on sale soon, so be sure to subscribe and score the BEST DEALS this spring season!
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Get dressed in your Easter best and hop on by for a spring-tacular photo session with the adorable Easter Bunny.
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Celebrate spring with the Special Needs Spring Bash on Saturday, March 28 from 11 am-2 pm at Crosby Recreation Center (1610 E. Crosby Rd)! Open to kiddos of ALL abilities, the Spring Bash invites you to a day of exciting games, food, and photo ops for the whole family.
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Join us for Eggtastic Easter in Little Elm Park! And don't miss it: the Easter bunny will be flying in on a helicopter!
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Bring the whole family for a morning filled with fun, treats, and smiles! Special Guest: The Easter Bunny is Visiting! Fun Activities: Easter Egg Hunt, Bounce House, Petting Zoo, Fire Truck Visit, Special Treats and so much more! We can’t wait to show you the endless possibilities at Kiddie Academy®. Discover how our teachers, well-rounded curriculum and safe, nurturing environment prepare your child for school and for life. Check it all out at our open house. Enroll during the event and receive EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL OFFERS — available that day only! Don’t miss out on this egg-stra special celebration!
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There’s nothing more special than sharing Disney magic with loved ones. Whether it’s the first time you watched Toy Story, sang along to "Let It Go," or cheered for your favorite Disney Princess, Disney On Ice is the perfect place to revisit cherished memories and create new ones together. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy will take you on a journey through these unforgettable moments, powered by a Magical MousePad. Discover thrilling adventures from Zootopia, Inside Out 2, and the all-new Moana 2. Relive the timeless tales of Toy Story, Frozen, and Encanto, and the dazzling Disney Princesses. And hold on tight as Stitch grabs the Magical MousePad and shakes things up! Feel the excitement in an enchanted celebration close to home, only at Disney On Ice!
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Great Scott! Back to the Future: The Musical has set its destination to Fort Worth, March 24-29. Time travel has never sounded so good.
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Read a story and enjoy a walk with your family! The Storybook Trail is a self-led activity in which pages of a children’s storybook are placed in kiosks along the trail located outside the Terrell Recreation Center at 1680 W. Exchange Parkway.
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Little Farmer Fridays are interactive programs designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups. Most appropriate for children ages 2 to 5 years old, our programs offer families the opportunity to hear a story, make a craft, meet the animals, enjoy a wagon ride, and have fun on our 4.5-acre farm. Gates open at 10am. Stations are open during our two-hour, come-and-go style program and close at 12 pm. After the program is over, guests are welcome to enjoy time on their own until we close at 2 pm. You are welcome to bring a picnic lunch, snack, and/or drinks.
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Come join us for Cinema Nights Sit back, relax and enjoy the show brought to you by the Parks & Recreation Department. Bring the whole family to enjoy a kid-friendly movie.
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The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
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- Free Spring Mini Photo Session with Shoott! - Broadway, March 27-29, 2026, See link for times
- Special Needs Spring Bash - Crosby Recreation Center, 1610 E. Crosby Rd, Carrollton, Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11 am-2 pm
- The Colony Cinema Nights - Galaxy Theatres
Grandscape, Grandscape Boulevard, The Colony, Friday, March 27, 2026, 6:30 p.m. doors open / 7:30 p.m. start
- Movie Night in The District - PGA District, PGA Parkway, Frisco, Friday, March 27, 2026, 7-9 pm
- Sunset Socials- Movie in the Park - Andrew Brown Park East, Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Friday, March 27, 2026, 7-9 pm
- Notre Dame vs. SMU Men's Tennis
Jr. Ball Crew Program - Styslinger / Altec Tennis Complex (at SMU), N Central Expy, Dallas, Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:00 PM
- Egg Hunt- Exall Recreation Center - 1355 Adair Street, Dallas, Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11 am-12:30 pm
- America's Forgotten Founders - Dallas Public Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, Saturday, March 28, 2026, 1-2 pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Dallas area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more. Our
guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Dallas area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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