Activities

The following links are provided as additional resources and are not organizations supported or endorsed by Dallas Theological Seminary.

Local Parks and Outdoor Areas

Neighborhood Parks

Enjoy a picnic lunch, play on the fields, take a jog around the lake, or participate in an actvities class. See the website for the current month’s schedule of events: http://www.dallasparks.org/main/home.aspx

White Rock Lake Park

Just four miles from DTS, this local reservoir serves as one of the city’s most popular recreation areas. White Rock lake encompasses over 1000 acres of wooded parkland and 9 miles of jogging and biking trails. Bicycle, paddleboat, kyak, and canoe rentals available.

Dallas Arboreteum

On the shores of White Rock Lake, the arboretum also contains botanical gardens combined with interactive art, walking trails.  http://www.dallasarboretum.org/index.htm

The Heard

The Heard features a Wildlife Sanctuary and Science Museum, including nature trails, eco adventures, bird watching, ropes course, and more. 1 Nature Place, McKinney. http://www.heardmuseum.org/

Cedar Ridge Preserve

600 acres of natural habitat located 20 minutes outside of Dallas, occasional nature walks. Closed Mondays. $3 suggested donation. http://www.audubondallas.org/cedarridge.html

Museums and Cultural Activities

Dallas Public Art

Take a self-guided tour of various art pieces in Dallas. Maps are provided by the City of Dallas, Office of Cultural Affairs. FREE. http://www.dallasculture.org/selfTour.asp

First Saturdays @ Nasher Sculpture Center

The first Saturday of every month offers interactive family activities such as tours, scavenger hunt, art activities, and storytime.  FREE. http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/Events-Calendar/Target-First-Saturdays

Dallas Zoo

The zoo covers 95 landscaped acres and is open every day except Christmas. With thousands of animals to visit and a huge variety of family activities, the Dallas Zoo is enormously entertaining. http://www.dallaszoo.com.

Dallas Farmers Market

Fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs, and plants available. Take a stroll and even get some free samples. 1010 S. Pearl St. Open 7 days a week. FREE (or pretty cheap). http://www.dallasfarmersmarket.org/

McKinney Ave (M-Line) Trolley

Air conditioned trolleys run 365 days a year through the Uptown area. Schedule and route map available online. FREE http://www.mata.org/

Founders’ Plaza

Get an up-close view as planes take off and land at DFW and hear broadcasts of air traffic control. Open daily. FREE. http://www.dfwairport.com/visitor/index.php?ctnid=28578. Directions and map available online: http://www.dfwairport.com/visitor/pdf/map-to-founders-plaza.pdf

Carter Museum

Collections of American Art. Also offers a variety of special events and lectures (see website for schedule of events). 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth. Closed Mondays and major holidays. FREE. http://www.cartermuseum.org/frontpage

African-American Museum

Devoted to the preservation and display of African American artistic, cultural, and historical materials, including African American folk art collections.. FREE 214-565-9026 www.aamdallas.org

Third Thursdays at Trinity River Audobon Center

All activities are free, with a special activity, such as a movie, offered in the evening. 6500 South Loop, Dallas. FREE. http://trinityriver.audubon.org/events

Jazz Under the Stars

Listen to an outside jazz concert at the Dallas Museum of Art on Thursdays at 8pm. Ross Avenue Plaza. FREE. http://www.dm-art.org/Events/Performances/index.htm

First Tuesdays at the Dallas Museum of Art

Activities and story time geared towards kids 5 and under and their families.  FREE. http://dallasmuseumofart.org/Family/FirstTuesdays/index.htm

Cavanaugh Flight Museum

$8 adults / $4 kids (4-12) / free if 3 and under http://www.cavanaughflightmuseum.com

Dallas World Aquarium

The Dallas World Aquarium offers a reproduction of the orinoco rainforest filled with birds, fish, and animals (including 2 manatees). 1801 North Griffin St., Dallas. www.dwazoo.com.

Children's Aquarium

With eye-level, interactive zones and exhibits, everyone can enjoy and learn something new about aquatic creatures from around the world. Located within Fair Park. www.childrensaquariumfairpark.com.

Seasonal Events

Texas State Fair

Held each fall, the State Fair is a festival of livestock, crafts, fried food, midway games, and rides. Enjoy attractions ranging from pig races to internationally known musical acts.http://www.bigtex.com/sft/.

Rangers Games

Use the DTS discount on select games to purchase tickets at a reduced rate. www.texasrangers.com/dts enter gorangers

Dallas Symphony Parks Concert Series

Each spring, the Dallas Symphony holds concerts at various parks around Dallas. FREE. https://www.dallassymphony.com/education-community/community-concerts-performances.aspx

Farmers Branch Seasonal Events

Farmer’s Branch Historical Park north of Dallas hosts frequent seasonal events, such as stargazing outings, historical reenacments, and Christmas light tours.  FREE. http://www.ci.farmers-branch.tx.us/play/special-events

Taste Addison

Each May, over 50 restaurants offer food samples at reduced prices; various entertainment and activities Addison Circle Park. Food can be purchased for an additional fee. http://www.addisontexas.net/events/TasteAddison/default.asp

Symphonic Saturdays

Each June, catch one of the many concerts performed by the Dallas Wind Symphony & the Richardson Symphony Orchestra Beckert Park, Addison. FREE.http://www.addisontexas.net/events/summerseries/Events/Symphonic_Saturdays.asp

July Jazz

Each July, listen to some of the area’s top jazz musicians while you picnic or dine out. Beckert Park, Addison. FREE. http://www.addisontexas.net/events/summerseries/Events/JulyJazz.asp

Summer Salsa

Each August, enjoy live salsa music with salsa dance lessons offered before the concert. FREE. http://www.addisontexas.net/events/summerseries/Events/Summer_Salsa.asp

Mesquite Championship Rodeo

Throughout the summer, experience the Texas spirit with kid activities and rodeo action: bull riding, steer wrestling, bareback riding, petting zoo, and more.  http://www.mesquiterodeo.com/