It’s the weekend, folks! Whether you’re mapping out your brunch plans, gearing up for a concert, comedy show, art event, or night out on the town, take a look below at the most exciting things to do in Dallas this weekend.
Tormenta Rampaging Run — the world’s first giga dive coaster — is now open at Six Flags Over Texas.
Six Flags Over Texas has debuted Tormenta Rampaging Run— the world’s first giga dive coaster — in the Rancho de la Tormenta area. The Spanish running-of-the-bulls–themed ride climbs roughly 309 feet, features a 95-degree drop and nearly 90 mph top speeds, and claims multiple world-record stats.
Night Markets at Toyota Music Factory
Looking for Saturday night plans? Hit up the Plaza at Toyota Music Factory on the third Saturday of the month for an incredible night market.
Grab some food and a drink, then browse through awesome local vendors offering everything from handmade jewelry to vintage and thrift gems. With a live house music soundtrack and fun interactive pop-ups, it’s a guaranteed good time whether you’re a serious shopper or just hanging out.
The historic Dallas Museum of Natural History reopens with free Sunday tours during the World Cup. After a 14-year hiatus, the historic Dallas Museum of Natural History in Fair Park has reopened for limited public access—making it a timely stop for your Fourth of July weekend plans, especially with free Sunday tours offered during the World Cup. The nearest upcoming tour is on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Grab a Pint at Queen’s Head Pub
Just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Queens Head Pub has officially arrived in Deep Ellum. Set to host soccer fans from across the globe, the authentic British pub brings classic charm to Dallas with hearty meals, full pints, and live entertainment.
Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork
Experience 500 years of breathtaking craftsmanship in Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork. Featuring over 90 exquisite pieces from the Dallas Museum of Art and esteemed lenders—including Dallas’s own Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum—this exhibition honors the unrivaled brilliance and innovation of Japan’s metal artisans.
Journey through centuries of imagination as you explore a stunning collection of objects, from battle-ready samurai armor and elegant imperial commissions to radiant enameled vessels and sculpted mythical creatures.
City officials have unveiled the new Halperin Park! Now, Dallasites can enjoy 1.2 acres of beautifu new green space as well as the 12th Street Promenade and its Walk of Fame, and the whimsical “Treehouse in the Woods” playground.
Get behind the controls of real construction machinery at Dig World Grapevine. If you’re looking for a new, family-friendly outing, Dig World is a two-acre, construction-themed adventure park opening near Grapevine Mills on July 11, 2026, where kids and adults can operate real full-sized construction equipment and enjoy themed attractions like a mini tractor course and a Dude Perfect Zone.
Standard Crew Starter Pass general admission is $30; premium and annual passes are also available and children 2 and under are free.
Experience Hunt Slonem’s colorful, monumental sculptures among the blooms at the Dallas Arboretum this spring and summer. If you’re looking ahead for a standout garden outing, the Dallas Arboretum debuts Hunt Slonem’s large-scale exhibition Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies from April 20 to September 30, 2026, featuring 28 monumental animal and insect installations and roughly 100 pieces across the garden. Tickets start at $21.95 for adults and $19.95 for children (ages 3–12).
The super-hyped, celeb-backed bagel shop has opened its first Texas location in Dallas this Friday! Leave sandwiches to the delis, PopUp Bagels specializes in straight-forward, oven-fresh bagels served whole with a smattering of schmears.
Step back in time at Barber’s Book Store — a three-story Fort Worth treasure with some 60,000 books. For a classic weekend day trip from Dallas, head to Barber’s Book Store, founded in 1925 and widely regarded as the oldest bookstore in Texas. Located at 901 Throckmorton in Fort Worth, the family-owned shop houses roughly 60,000 books across three stories, with rotating rare editions and daily opening hours.
It’s official: the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington is the most beautiful museum in the entire country. The prestigious international architecture and design award, Prix Versailles, recently named the Arlington museum among the seven most beautiful museums across the world.
National Medal of Honor Museum features a series of immersive and interactive exhibitions focused on the stories of service members who have received the nation’s highest award for valor.
Over 300 miles of shoreline and dramatic cliffs await at Possum Kingdom Lake — a North Texas summer oasis. If you’re looking to swap the city for lake views this weekend, Possum Kingdom Lake and Possum Kingdom State Park in Caddo, Palo Pinto County, deliver more than 300 miles of shoreline, clear blue water, dramatic limestone cliffs (including the famous Hell’s Gate), plus swimming areas, scuba spots, fishing, and boating. The park grounds are open daily—and the lake also hosts a legendary Fourth of July fireworks show.
If you’re looking for an easy outdoor escape, make it a beach day at Isle du Bois at Ray Roberts Lake State Park. Isle du Bois features an expansive sandy beach, 200+ campsites, and year-round outdoor activities. When July temperatures hit their peak, head to Ray Roberts Lake State Park for a classic North Texas lake escape.
This 3,777-acre Texas state park is centered on the 29,000-acre Lake Ray Roberts, with options for swimming, hiking, paddling, and extensive camping. The most popular area is Isle du Bois on the south shore, where you’ll find a sandy beach, kids’ fishing pond, trails, showers, restrooms, and over 200 campsites.
This June, Marilyn Monroe would have turned 100 years old. In celebration of one of the most iconic figures in Hollywood history, the Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Museum in Grand Prairie is hosting a special exhibition in her honor. Notably, the exhibition will feature the dress she wore during her legendary performance of “Happy birthday, Mr. President” to John F. Kennedy Jr. in 1962.
If you’re craving a reset after the holiday rush, Spa Castle Texas has reopened with $4.5 million in upgrades, new therapeutic pools, and monthly wellness programming. Spa Castle Texas in Carrollton has officially reopened following a $4.5 million renovation, adding new amenities like a River Rock Foot Bath, rebuilt Himalayan Salt Sauna, and upgraded core systems. The venue also relaunched its K-Beauty Lab menu and will host monthly wellness events.
Universal Kids Resort opens July 1, 2026 — tickets are on sale now. Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas will officially open on July 1, 2026. Tickets, annual passes, and vacation packages are on sale now — single-day tickets start at $54.99 and annual passes from $129.99; resort hotel rooms are bookable beginning June 30, 2026.
