Free & Cheap Things to Do in Dallas, TX

  • The list below includes 353 free or cheap things to do in or near Dallas, Texas, including 96 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Aquariums and Art Museum.
  • From Katy Trail to The George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dallas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plano, Arlington, Richardson and Irving.
  • The list below includes 353 free or cheap things to do in or near Dallas, Texas, including 96 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Aquariums and Art Museum.
  • From Katy Trail to The George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dallas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plano, Arlington, Richardson and Irving.
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Masters of noise metal blasts ears with new tracks and dig into the archives to celebrate Temple of the Morning Star’s 20th anniversary
12.0 Miles
59% 27 votes
Movie Theaters 2433 Irving Mall, Irving, TX 75062 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 14 screens, AMC Irving Mall 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers reclining chairs, stadium seating, reserved seats, theater rentals for private events and a snack bar.
12.0 Miles
91% 11 votes
Parks 1400 W Belt Line Road, Richardson, TX 75080 MoreLess Info
Cottonwood Park is a city park with open space for playing sports, a playground for kids and a lake with ducks that can be fed. It also features tennis courts and a pool, and hosts events such as art festivals throughout the year.
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Art Gallery 1103 Westlake Drive, Desoto, TX 75115 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view the diverse collection of artwork by award winning artist Sheridan Keglovits at Artwork By Sheridan. The works of Sheridan include oils, murals, portraits, charcoals, custom designs, and graphites.
12.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Farmers Markets 120 W. Main Street, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 MoreLess Info
Open late March through Mid-December, the Grand Prairie Farmers Market presents some of the best finds in local produce, meat and dry goods in the Grand Prairie area. Vendors encourage market goers to sample their fresh products.
12.2 Miles
76% 335 votes
Movie Theaters 100 S Central Expy, Richardson, TX 75080 MoreLess Info
With seven screens playing the newest movies, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema also offers independent film and unique Alamo repertory programming. A state of the art audio and visual system make this theater an incredible entertainment venue.
12.3 Miles
95% 129 votes
Specialty Museums 1329 W. Walnut Hill Lane, Irving, TX 75038 MoreLess Info
A great deal of Boy Scout history is put on display at the National Scouting Museum. The additional meeting rooms at the site also serve as special spaces for Boy Scout workshops and celebrations.
12.3 Miles
Arts & Crafts Classes 901 N Polk Street, Desoto, TX 75115 MoreLess Info
A not for profit program aimed at providing performing arts opportunities for kids, NIA Kids offers a variety of programs and lessons in acting, dance, and musical performance, as well as mentoring and homework help.
12.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bike Paths 825 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75039 MoreLess Info
The Sam Houston Trail Park is part of the larger Campion trail system and follows portions of the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. Biking, walking, running, rollerblading, and other non-motorized modes of transport are allowed on the trail.
12.5 Miles
100% 8 votes
Recreation Centers 1215 Trend Drive, Carrollton, TX 75006 MoreLess Info
Organizing team building events, Group Dynamix offers experienced instructors who orchestrate challenges designed to enhance teamwork. Some of these challenges include archery tag, dodge ball tournaments, rope climbing, and rodeo games.
12.5 Miles
33% 12 votes
Movie Theaters 4205 W. Pioneer Drive, Irving, TX 75061 MoreLess Info
With second run showings, Irving 10 provides screenings to visitors for catching up on the latest blockbuster hits in 3D and digital projection. The concession stand serves $1 hot dogs.
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