Welcome to March, everyone! In this round-up of family-friendly March events in Dallas, you’ll notice lots of outdoor festivals and spring-y celebrations. Pop an antihistamine and enjoy! (Hint: Find even more things to do in Plano, Frisco, and more over on Collin County Moms.)
In addition to this guide, check out other newly published articles to help you with spring and summer planning:
- 2023 Guide to Spring Break Camps in and Around Dallas
- 2023 Summer Camp Guide for Dallas Kids (momcollective.com)
- Guide to Swim Lessons in the Dallas Area
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Dallas Blooms
Through April 16
Dallas Blooms is in full swing at the Arboretum this month. This year’s theme is “The Great Contributors” and features sculptures of historical figures throughout the garden, 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs, and a variety of themed programming. Visit the link for details on the associated Dallas Blooms events.
Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement
This new exhibit at the Holocaust and Human Rights Museum was created to mark the 50th anniversary of the June 1969 police raid of the Stonewall Inn. It explores the modern LGBTQ rights movement in the United States, including key historical moments and the influence of popular culture. Included with admission. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Showtime Saturdays
Head to the Galleria to see professional circus clowns Slappy and Monday and their fascinating friends perform a different show each week. You’ll find it on level three near the play area. 11:30am. Free!
St. Patrick’s Day
Turns out, there’s LOTS of things to do for St. Patrick’s Day in Dallas, and not just on March 17. Check the link for our round-up of kid-friendly St. Patrick’s Day activities throughout the month.
The Science Behind Pixar
The latest special exhibit at the Perot is particularly kid-friendly! Explore the artistry, science, and technology behind beloved Pixar animated films. The exhibit consists of eight sections and more than 50 interactive elements. $10 – $12 with purchase of general admission ticket.
March 2
JumpstART Stories & Art
Make a special craft to celebrate Dr. Suess’s birthday at Irving Art Center. JumpstART is for ages two and up. 10:00 a.m. Free!
March 2 – 3
UniverSoul Circus
Last chance to see hip-hop dance and high-flying motorbikes, Caribbean carnival acts and clowns, acrobats, high-wire walkers and more at this all-ages show. You’ll find the circus tent in the parking lot of the Shops at RedBird (formerly Southwest Center Mall). 7:00 p.m. Tickets from $24.
March 3
First Fridays on the Farm
Visit Nash Farm in Grapevine to learn about preparing the farm for spring, animal care, and garden care. 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. $5 admission.
March 3 – 4
North Texas Teen Book Festival
This is a free, one-day book festival (at the Irving Convention Center) created to celebrate teen literature, from both middle grade and YA authors. Lots of details at the link. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free! Parking is $10 per vehicle.
March 3 – 5
North Texas Irish Festival
Enjoy music, dance, performances, and workshops at this family-friendly celebration of the rich tradition of Irish and Celtic culture. This longime festival takes place on the grounds at Fair Park. Tons of information at the link. Ticket price varies by day; children under six are free.
March 4
Dragons and Mythical Beasts
The Coppell Arts Center presents an interactive new show for all ages. Enter into a magical world of myths and legends and come face to face with magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts. 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. shows. Tickets $32.
March 4
Free First Saturdays at the Nasher
Explore the world-class art collection and a rotating schedule of fun activities on the first Saturday of each month. 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free!
March 4
TexFest
Historic Downtown Carrollton’s annual Texas Independence Day celebration will have a beer garden with local craft beer vendors, live Texas music, a food village, photo ops with a longhorn, and more. Additional details at the link. 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free!
March 6 – 17
Spring Break at Reunion Tower
Reunion Tower has two weeks of spring break activities on the Geo-Deck. Guests include Sci-Tech Discovery Center, the Dallas Zoo, and more. See link for details.
March 9
S’Mores & Stories: Irish Tales
Come to Old City Park and gather ’round the fire with Peggy and Gene. This month, enjoy exciting and adventurous tales from Ireland as you roast marshmallows. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Tickets $20.
March 10
Pop of Art: It’s-a Me
It’s national Mario Day, and the Dallas Museum of Art is celebrating the most beloved and bestselling video game franchise of all time. Check the link for a schedule of cool activities and events for all ages. 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free for members, $15 for non-members.
March 11
St. Patrick’s Day
A lot of the Dallas St. Patrick’s events take place today. Stay tuned for our special St. Patrick’s Day event round-up for details on all the local fun.
March 12
Second Sunday Funday
Second Sunday Funday at Irving Art Center is designed for families to do together. Play with patterns and enjoy quilt-inspired art activities with the Irving Quilt Guild. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Free!
March 12
Daylight Savings Begins
Reminder to spring forward! YAY for more daylight, BOO for trying to get kids to bed when it looks like the middle of the afternoon.
March 6 – 17
Spring Break at Reunion Tower
Reunion Tower has two weeks of spring break activities on the Geo-Deck. Guests include Sci-Tech Discovery Center, the Dallas Zoo, and more. See link for details.
March 16 – 19
Disney on Ice: Road Trip Adventures
See Mickey and your Disney movie faves at the AAC this month. Morning, afternoon, and evening showtimes available. Tickets from $18.
March 18 – 19
Brick Fest Live
Calling all LEGO lovers! This family-friendly festival at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas will have hands-on attraction, life-size models, hard-to-find LEGOs, and much more. Tickets from $16.99.
March 18 – April 2, select dates
Last Stop on Market Street
An inspiring and imaginative Dallas Children’s Theater production is based on the wonderful book of the same name. Recommended for ages four and up. Tickets from $20.
March 19
Mountain Moving Day
This family-friendly event at the Nasher is meant to honor the power of the creative process to awaken and expand our human potential. Enjoy artist-led projects, interactive resources, and work on view from artist Senga Nengudi. 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free!
March 25
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
This traveling expo returns to Fair Park with hand-selected vendors, dealers, and artists showcasing the strange and unusual: taxidermy, preserved specimens, horror/Halloween-inspired pieces, antiques, clothing, jewelry, and much more. A goth dream! 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door; kids 12 and under free.
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Dallas Blooms
Through April 16Dallas Blooms is in full swing at the Arboretum this month. This year’s theme is “The Great Contributors” and features sculptures of historical figures throughout the garden, 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs, and a variety of themed programming. Visit the link for details on the associated Dallas Blooms events.
Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement
This new exhibit at the Holocaust and Human Rights Museum was created to mark the 50th anniversary of the June 1969 police raid of the Stonewall Inn. It explores the modern LGBTQ rights movement in the United States, including key historical moments and the influence of popular culture. Included with admission. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Showtime Saturdays
Head to the Galleria to see professional circus clowns Slappy and Monday and their fascinating friends perform a different show each week. You’ll find it on level three near the play area. 11:30am. Free!
St. Patrick’s Day
Turns out, there’s LOTS of things to do for St. Patrick’s Day in Dallas, and not just on March 17. Check the link for our round-up of kid-friendly St. Patrick’s Day activities throughout the month.
The Science Behind Pixar
The latest special exhibit at the Perot is particularly kid-friendly! Explore the artistry, science, and technology behind beloved Pixar animated films. The exhibit consists of eight sections and more than 50 interactive elements. $10 – $12 with purchase of general admission ticket.
- March 1 – 5
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March 2
JumpstART Stories & ArtMake a special craft to celebrate Dr. Suess’s birthday at Irving Art Center. JumpstART is for ages two and up. 10:00 a.m. Free!
March 2 – 3
UniverSoul CircusLast chance to see hip-hop dance and high-flying motorbikes, Caribbean carnival acts and clowns, acrobats, high-wire walkers and more at this all-ages show. You’ll find the circus tent in the parking lot of the Shops at RedBird (formerly Southwest Center Mall). 7:00 p.m. Tickets from $24.
March 3
First Fridays on the FarmVisit Nash Farm in Grapevine to learn about preparing the farm for spring, animal care, and garden care. 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. $5 admission.
March 3 – 4
North Texas Teen Book FestivalThis is a free, one-day book festival (at the Irving Convention Center) created to celebrate teen literature, from both middle grade and YA authors. Lots of details at the link. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free! Parking is $10 per vehicle.
March 3 – 5
North Texas Irish FestivalEnjoy music, dance, performances, and workshops at this family-friendly celebration of the rich tradition of Irish and Celtic culture. This longime festival takes place on the grounds at Fair Park. Tons of information at the link. Ticket price varies by day; children under six are free.
March 4
Dragons and Mythical BeastsThe Coppell Arts Center presents an interactive new show for all ages. Enter into a magical world of myths and legends and come face to face with magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts. 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. shows. Tickets $32.
March 4
Free First Saturdays at the NasherExplore the world-class art collection and a rotating schedule of fun activities on the first Saturday of each month. 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free!
March 4
TexFestHistoric Downtown Carrollton’s annual Texas Independence Day celebration will have a beer garden with local craft beer vendors, live Texas music, a food village, photo ops with a longhorn, and more. Additional details at the link. 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free!
- March 6 – 12
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March 6 – 17
Spring Break at Reunion TowerReunion Tower has two weeks of spring break activities on the Geo-Deck. Guests include Sci-Tech Discovery Center, the Dallas Zoo, and more. See link for details.
March 9
S’Mores & Stories: Irish TalesCome to Old City Park and gather ’round the fire with Peggy and Gene. This month, enjoy exciting and adventurous tales from Ireland as you roast marshmallows. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Tickets $20.
March 10
Pop of Art: It’s-a MeIt’s national Mario Day, and the Dallas Museum of Art is celebrating the most beloved and bestselling video game franchise of all time. Check the link for a schedule of cool activities and events for all ages. 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free for members, $15 for non-members.
March 11
St. Patrick’s DayA lot of the Dallas St. Patrick’s events take place today. Stay tuned for our special St. Patrick’s Day event round-up for details on all the local fun.
March 12
Second Sunday FundaySecond Sunday Funday at Irving Art Center is designed for families to do together. Play with patterns and enjoy quilt-inspired art activities with the Irving Quilt Guild. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Free!
March 12
Daylight Savings BeginsReminder to spring forward! YAY for more daylight, BOO for trying to get kids to bed when it looks like the middle of the afternoon.
- March 13 – 19
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March 6 – 17
Spring Break at Reunion TowerReunion Tower has two weeks of spring break activities on the Geo-Deck. Guests include Sci-Tech Discovery Center, the Dallas Zoo, and more. See link for details.
March 16 – 19
Disney on Ice: Road Trip AdventuresSee Mickey and your Disney movie faves at the AAC this month. Morning, afternoon, and evening showtimes available. Tickets from $18.
March 18 – 19
Brick Fest LiveCalling all LEGO lovers! This family-friendly festival at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas will have hands-on attraction, life-size models, hard-to-find LEGOs, and much more. Tickets from $16.99.
March 18 – April 2, select dates
Last Stop on Market StreetAn inspiring and imaginative Dallas Children’s Theater production is based on the wonderful book of the same name. Recommended for ages four and up. Tickets from $20.
March 19
Mountain Moving DayThis family-friendly event at the Nasher is meant to honor the power of the creative process to awaken and expand our human potential. Enjoy artist-led projects, interactive resources, and work on view from artist Senga Nengudi. 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free!
- March 20 – 26
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March 25
The Oddities & Curiosities ExpoThis traveling expo returns to Fair Park with hand-selected vendors, dealers, and artists showcasing the strange and unusual: taxidermy, preserved specimens, horror/Halloween-inspired pieces, antiques, clothing, jewelry, and much more. A goth dream! 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door; kids 12 and under free.
