# Dallas–Fort Worth Littles: things to do with little kids in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX this weekend

> It’s the last week of Autumn at the Arboretum and its Pumpkin Village. Libraries across the Metroplex have Halloween parties, bilingual storytimes and Día de los Muertos crafts. Saturday is packed: daytime trick-or-treating at Arlington Highlands and The Shops at Park Lane, downtown Dallas streets from 4pm, then BOO on The Boardwalk in Plano and Grandscape in The Colony after dark. This week has 44 outings, 40 free and 32 indoors.

- Week: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 44 outings at 37 places; 40 free; 32 indoor; plus 1 sold out (still listed, marked SOLD OUT). For kids ages 0–6.
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## Top picks this week

- **Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets** (Sat, Oct 31 · 4–7pm) at Main Street Garden, 1920 Main St., Dallas, TX 75201. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Downtown Dallas turns into one big trick-or-treat route on Halloween afternoon, with Main Street Garden as home base. A Día de los Muertos parade follows. Source: https://www.dallasparks.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4047 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-on-downtown-streets-main-street-garden/
- **BOO on The Boardwalk** (Sat, Oct 31 · 5:30–8:30pm) at The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5800 State Hwy. 121, Plano, TX 75024. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Halloween night by the water in Plano, with a DJ, photo spots, a kids’ Halloween hat bar, a claw machine with free prizes and a treat bar. Source: https://boardwalkgranitepark.com/event/boo-on-the-boardwalk-2/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/boo-on-the-boardwalk-granite-park/
- **Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · 9am–5pm) at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218. Cost: Mon–Thu $21.95 adults, $17.95 kids 3–12; Fri–Sun $25.95 / $21.95; under 3 free; parking $15. Ages 0+. More than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash fill the garden, and the Pumpkin Village houses this year take their cue from modern artists. It closes for the season on Sunday. Source: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/autumn-at-the-arboretum/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/autumn-at-the-arboretum-last-week-of-the-pumpkin-village-dallas-botanical-garden/
- **Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–1pm) at The Shops at Park Lane, 8080 Park Ln., Dallas, TX 75231. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free Halloween morning of sensory play stations, run by MyFestiGoodies. Kids who come in costume are entered to win a $200 gift card. Source: https://shopsatparklane.com/events/the-shops-at-park-lane-halloween-sensory-play/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-sensory-play-and-kids-costume-contest-at-the-shops-at-park-lane/
- **Tricks & Treats at Arlington Highlands** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–2pm) at Arlington Highlands, 4000 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Arlington, TX 76018. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Midday trick-or-treating around the Arlington Highlands shops, so little ones can be home well before dark. Source: https://arlingtonhighlands.com/events/tricks-treats Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/tricks-and-treats-at-arlington-highlands/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 31)

1. **Morning**: Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane, The Shops at Park Lane. 11am–1pm. Cost: Free. https://shopsatparklane.com/events/the-shops-at-park-lane-halloween-sensory-play/
2. **Lunch**: Klyde Warren Park food trucks, Downtown Dallas, over Woodall Rodgers Fwy.. Open 11am–7:30pm. Cost: $. (from the city guide) https://www.klydewarrenpark.org/dining
3. **After nap**: Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets, Main Street Garden. 4–7pm. Cost: Free. https://www.dallasparks.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4047

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Thursday, Oct 29**: Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village; Spooky Bedtime Storytime (MLK Jr. Library) (free); Baby Basics Storytime (Bookmarks at NorthPark) (free); One Big Toddler Storytime (Lakewood Library) (free); Bilingual Storytime: Día de los Muertos (East Library) (free); Music ’n Motion Storytime (Southwest Library) (free); Toddler Time (Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library) (free); Día de los Muertos at Frisco Public Library (free); Halloween Bash at East Regional Library (free); Spooktober at South Garland Library (free); Cuentos y Espantos at Garland Central Library (free); Music and Movement at Grapevine Public Library (free); Fall Festival at Lewisville Public Library (free); Toddler Time at Lewisville Public Library (free); Outdoor Storytime at The Lawn in Little Elm (free)
- **Friday, Oct 30**: Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village; Bilingual Storytime Halloween Party (Oak Lawn Library) (free); Baby Basics (Preston Royal Library) (free); Baby Basics Storytime (Lochwood Library) (free); Toddler Story Time (Central Library) (free); Baby Story Time (Denton North Branch) (free); Discovery Days at South Irving Library (free); Fall Carnival at Cimarron Park Recreation Center; Halloween Boo Bash at Storytime, North Garland Library (free)
- **Saturday, Oct 31**: Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets (free); Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane (free); BOO on The Boardwalk (free); Trick or Treat Extravaganza at Grandscape (free); Tricks & Treats at Arlington Highlands (free); Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village; Library Trick or Treat (Lochwood Library) (free); Costume Cavalcade (Park Forest Library) (free); Monster Mash (Preston Royal Library) (free); Creepy Critters in the Pumpkin Patch (Bookmarks at NorthPark) (free); Día de los Muertos Celebration (Prairie Creek Library) (free); Family Story Time (Denton South Branch) (free); Puppet Show: Big Pumpkin at Schimelpfenig Library (free); Fall Carnival at Lee Park Recreation Center; Fun Fright Fiesta at Garland Central Library (free); Family Fiesta: DIY Sugar Skull Piñatas (free); Saturday Family Storytime (Davis Library) (free); Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio: Skeleton Scramble (free); Halloween Haunt at John and Judy Gay Library (free) (sold out)
- **Sunday, Nov 1**: Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village; Día de los Muertos at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden; Storytelling Concert by the North 40 Storytellers Guild (free); Art Cart at Grapevine Public Library (free); Explore: Día de los Muertos (Harrington Library) (free)

## All outings this week

- **Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets** (Sat, Oct 31 · 4–7pm) at Main Street Garden, 1920 Main St., Dallas, TX 75201. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Downtown Dallas turns into one big trick-or-treat route on Halloween afternoon, with Main Street Garden as home base. A Día de los Muertos parade follows. Source: https://www.dallasparks.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4047 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-on-downtown-streets-main-street-garden/
- **Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–1pm) at The Shops at Park Lane, 8080 Park Ln., Dallas, TX 75231. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free Halloween morning of sensory play stations, run by MyFestiGoodies. Kids who come in costume are entered to win a $200 gift card. Source: https://shopsatparklane.com/events/the-shops-at-park-lane-halloween-sensory-play/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-sensory-play-and-kids-costume-contest-at-the-shops-at-park-lane/
- **BOO on The Boardwalk** (Sat, Oct 31 · 5:30–8:30pm) at The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5800 State Hwy. 121, Plano, TX 75024. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Halloween night by the water in Plano, with a DJ, photo spots, a kids’ Halloween hat bar, a claw machine with free prizes and a treat bar. Source: https://boardwalkgranitepark.com/event/boo-on-the-boardwalk-2/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/boo-on-the-boardwalk-granite-park/
- **Trick or Treat Extravaganza at Grandscape** (Sat, Oct 31 · 6–9pm) at Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Blvd., The Colony, TX 75056. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Grandscape’s free Halloween night trick-or-treat in The Colony. Check the Grandscape homepage before you go for the night’s schedule. Source: https://www.grandscape.com/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-extravaganza-at-grandscape/
- **Tricks & Treats at Arlington Highlands** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–2pm) at Arlington Highlands, 4000 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Arlington, TX 76018. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Midday trick-or-treating around the Arlington Highlands shops, so little ones can be home well before dark. Source: https://arlingtonhighlands.com/events/tricks-treats Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/tricks-and-treats-at-arlington-highlands/
- **Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · 9am–5pm) at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218. Cost: Mon–Thu $21.95 adults, $17.95 kids 3–12; Fri–Sun $25.95 / $21.95; under 3 free; parking $15. Ages 0+. More than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash fill the garden, and the Pumpkin Village houses this year take their cue from modern artists. It closes for the season on Sunday. Source: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/autumn-at-the-arboretum/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/autumn-at-the-arboretum-last-week-of-the-pumpkin-village-dallas-botanical-garden/
- **Día de los Muertos at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden** (Sun, Nov 1 · Activities noon–5pm; procession at 3:30pm) at Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107. Cost: Half-price garden admission all day. Ages 0+. An afternoon of Día de los Muertos activities in the garden, with a procession at 3:30. Garden admission is half price all day. Source: https://fwbg.org/events/dia-de-los-muertos-procession/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/dia-de-los-muertos-at-the-fort-worth-botanic-garden/
- **Spooky Bedtime Storytime (MLK Jr. Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6–7pm) at Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library, 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Spooky stories with lights and sounds, plus Halloween sing-alongs. It runs during the branch’s Haunted Library night for kids who aren’t ready for the haunted house. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/spooky-bedtime-storytime-539009
- **Bilingual Storytime Halloween Party (Oak Lawn Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:30am) at Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, TX 75219. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English, Halloween party edition. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/index.php/event/bilingual-storytime-halloween-party-hora-de-cuentos-bilingue-fiesta-de-halloween-516796 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/bilingual-storytime-halloween-party-oak-lawn-library-branch/
- **Library Trick or Treat (Lochwood Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · During library hours) at Lochwood Branch Library, 11221 Lochwood Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75218. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Pick up an activity board at the desk, finish five Halloween activities in a row and trade the board for a treat. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/library-trick-or-treat-523405 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/library-trick-or-treat-lochwood-library-branch/
- **Costume Cavalcade (Park Forest Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4pm) at Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75234. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Say “Trick or treat!” to the librarians for a treat, and take a photo at the backdrop. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/halloween-thing-531872 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/costume-cavalcade-park-forest-library-branch/
- **Monster Mash (Preston Royal Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11:30am) at Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A short Halloween storytime and a themed craft. Monsters, princesses and superheroes all welcome. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/monster-mash-537796 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/monster-mash-preston-royal-library-branch/
- **Creepy Critters in the Pumpkin Patch (Bookmarks at NorthPark)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11–11:30am) at Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Suite 1514, Dallas, TX 75225. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Halloween animal visit with reptiles, amphibians and insects at the children’s library inside NorthPark Center. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/saturdays-pumpkin-patch-creepy-critters-524347 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/creepy-critters-in-the-pumpkin-patch-bookmarks-at-northpark-center/
- **Día de los Muertos Celebration (Prairie Creek Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 12–2pm) at Prairie Creek Branch Library, 9609 Lake June Road, Dallas, TX 75217. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Papel picado, sugar skull decorating, marigold crafts and live music. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-545773 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-prairie-creek-library-branch/
- **Baby Basics (Preston Royal Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 9:30–10am) at Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75229. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Rhymes, songs and simple books for babies up to 18 months and their grown-ups. Free. A short playtime follows. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/baby-basics-537762 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/baby-basics-preston-royal-library-branch/
- **Baby Basics Storytime (Lochwood Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 9:30–10:15am) at Lochwood Branch Library, 11221 Lochwood Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75218. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Rhymes, songs and simple books for babies up to 18 months and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/baby-basics-storytime-543230 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/baby-basics-storytime-lochwood-library-branch/
- **Baby Basics Storytime (Bookmarks at NorthPark)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Suite 1514, Dallas, TX 75225. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Rhymes, songs and simple books for babies up to 18 months and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/baby-basics-storytime-524288
- **One Big Toddler Storytime (Lakewood Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:45–11:15am) at Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth Street, Dallas, TX 75214. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and jumping around for 18 months to 3 years, all in one big session in the auditorium. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/toddler-storytime-512237
- **Toddler Story Time (Central Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11am) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX 75201. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories and songs for toddlers at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library downtown. Free. Source: https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/toddler-story-time-530093 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/toddler-story-time-central-library-j-erik-jonsson/
- **Bilingual Storytime: Día de los Muertos (East Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at East Library & Recreation Center, 1817 New York Ave., Arlington, TX 76010. Cost: Free. Ages 0–4. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Short stories, fingerplays and songs in Spanish and English. Free. Source: https://arlingtontx.libcal.com/event/17267313
- **Music ’n Motion Storytime (Southwest Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at Southwest Branch Library, 3311 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, TX 76017. Cost: Free. Ages 0–4. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A high-energy storytime with singing and dancing. Free. Source: https://arlingtontx.libcal.com/event/16878635
- **Toddler Time (Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at Ron Wright Lake Arlington Branch Library, 4000 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, TX 76016. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Books, songs and movement for busy toddlers. Free. Source: https://arlingtontx.libcal.com/event/17091636
- **Baby Story Time (Denton North Branch)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 9:30–10am) at North Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust St., Denton, TX 76209. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories and songs for babies up to 18 months and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://denton.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7f51dc3f18f80030bb1ec9 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/baby-story-time-denton-north-branch-library/
- **Family Story Time (Denton South Branch)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10–10:30am) at South Branch Library, 3228 Teasley Lane, Denton, TX 76210. Cost: Free. Ages 1–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and puppets for ages 1 to 5 and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://denton.bibliocommons.com/events/6a876e49d4b10d003007e985 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/family-story-time-denton-south-branch-library/
- **Puppet Show: Big Pumpkin at Schimelpfenig Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11am) at Plano Public Library, Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road, Plano, TX 75023. Cost: Free; tickets handed out in person 30 minutes before. Ages 0–5. Indoor. A Halloween puppet show about a witch who needs her friends' help to pick a giant pumpkin. Tickets go out at the library half an hour before each show. Source: https://plano.libnet.info/event/16725489 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/puppet-show-big-pumpkin-at-schimelpfenig-library-plano-public/
- **Día de los Muertos at Frisco Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6:30–8pm) at Frisco Public Library, 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. An evening on the holiday's traditions, with crafts, games and treats from H-E-B. Source: https://friscolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7ce5c8a821f90037ed7521
- **Storytelling Concert by the North 40 Storytellers Guild** (Sun, Nov 1 · 2:30–4pm) at Frisco Public Library, 8000 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034. Cost: Free. Ages 5+. Indoor. Folktales, fractured fairy tales and true adventures told live, pitched at elementary-age kids and up. Source: https://friscolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6ac67bbe9abb62002c6cdd4d Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/storytelling-concert-by-the-north-40-storytellers-guild-frisco-public-library/
- **Halloween Bash at East Regional Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 5–7pm) at Fort Worth Public Library, East Regional Library, 6301 Bridge St., Fort Worth, TX 76112. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. An all-ages Halloween party on the main library floor. Come in costume or come as you are. Source: https://fortworthtexas.libcal.com/event/17416785
- **Discovery Days at South Irving Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:15am) at Irving Public Library, South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Dr., Irving, TX 75060. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. A morning of unstructured play in the meeting rooms for ages 1 to 3 and their grown-ups. Source: https://irvinglibrary.libcal.com/event/17367910 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/discovery-days-at-south-irving-library-public/
- **Fall Carnival at Cimarron Park Recreation Center** (Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30pm) at Cimarron Park Recreation Center, 201 Red River Trail, Irving, TX 75063. Cost: See the city calendar. Ages 0+. An evening of family fall fun at the Cimarron Park rec center, run by Irving Parks and Recreation. Source: https://irvingtx.gov/parks-calendar Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/fall-carnival-at-cimarron-park-recreation-center/
- **Fall Carnival at Lee Park Recreation Center** (Sat, Oct 31 · 5pm) at Lee Park Recreation Center, 3000 Pamela Drive, Irving, TX 75062. Cost: See the city calendar. Ages 0+. Carnival games for kids and families at the Lee Park rec center on Halloween. Source: https://irvingtx.gov/parks-calendar Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/fall-carnival-at-lee-park-recreation-center/
- **Spooktober at South Garland Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6–7:30pm) at Garland Public Library, South Garland Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd., Garland, TX 75043. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Games, crafts and treats for kids of all ages. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged. Source: https://library.garlandtx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=13321
- **Fun Fright Fiesta at Garland Central Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10–11:30am) at Garland Public Library, Central Library, 625 Austin St., Garland, TX 75040. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. A family Halloween morning with games, treats and a piñata with prizes. The piñata breaking is at 11am. Costumes encouraged. Source: https://library.garlandtx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=13298 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/fun-fright-fiesta-at-garland-central-library-public/
- **Halloween Boo Bash at Storytime, North Garland Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30am–noon) at Garland Public Library, North Garland Library, 3845 N. Garland Ave., Garland, TX 75040. Cost: Free. Ages 1–5. Indoor. Not-so-scary stories, crafts and trick-or-treating in the library for ages 18 months to 5. Costumes welcome. Source: https://library.garlandtx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=13326 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-boo-bash-at-storytime-north-garland-library-public/
- **Family Fiesta: DIY Sugar Skull Piñatas** (Sat, Oct 31 · 2:30–3:30pm) at Garland Public Library, North Garland Library, 3845 N. Garland Ave., Garland, TX 75040. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Families design and decorate their own sugar skull piñata for Día de los Muertos. Supplies provided; costumes encouraged. Source: https://library.garlandtx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=13330 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/family-fiesta-diy-sugar-skull-pinatas-garland-public-library/
- **Cuentos y Espantos at Garland Central Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 11am–noon) at Garland Public Library, Central Library, 625 Austin St., Garland, TX 75040. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. A Spanish-language storytime for ages 0 to 5 celebrating Halloween and Día de los Muertos, with songs, books and a treat walk through the library afterward. Come in costume. Source: https://library.garlandtx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=13288
- **Art Cart at Grapevine Public Library** (Sun, Nov 1 · 10:30am–2:30pm) at Grapevine Public Library, Children's Area, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine, TX 76051. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Drop-in crafting with supplies from the library's Art Cart. It's out every Sunday. Source: https://grapevine.libcal.com/event/17059285 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/art-cart-at-grapevine-public-library/
- **Music and Movement at Grapevine Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at Grapevine Public Library, Children's Area, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine, TX 76051. Cost: Free; no registration. Ages 1+. Indoor. Books, songs, music and parachute play for toddlers through school age. Source: https://grapevine.libcal.com/event/17476651
- **Fall Festival at Lewisville Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6–7pm) at Lewisville Public Library, Cynthia Bennett Children's Wing, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville, TX 75067. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free indoor mini-carnival in the children's wing. Come and go as you like; costumes encouraged. Source: https://lewisville.libcal.com/event/17250175
- **Toddler Time at Lewisville Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–10:30am and 10:45–11:15am) at Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville, TX 75067. Cost: Free; tickets at the Youth Desk 30 minutes before. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Stories, songs and movement for walkers 15 to 36 months with a grown-up. Siblings welcome. Pick up a free ticket at the Youth Desk starting 30 minutes before. Source: https://lewisville.libcal.com/event/17268966
- **Outdoor Storytime at The Lawn in Little Elm** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11:30am) at Little Elm Public Library at The Lawn, 125 Main St, Little Elm, TX 75068. Cost: Free. Ages 0–2. A bilingual outdoor storytime for toddlers 6 to 24 months, with repetition, movement and hand-eye play. Source: https://littleelm.libcal.com/event/17734590
- **Saturday Family Storytime (Davis Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11–11:30am) at Plano Public Library, Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Parkway, Plano, TX 75025. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Stories, songs and movement for the whole family around a weekly theme, an easy Halloween morning stop. Source: https://plano.libnet.info/event/16726589 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/saturday-family-storytime-davis-library-plano-public/
- **Explore: Día de los Muertos (Harrington Library)** (Sun, Nov 1 · 2–3pm) at Plano Public Library, Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano, TX 75074. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Hands-on activities that teach kids about Día de los Muertos and what the holiday means. Source: https://plano.libnet.info/event/16723192 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/explore-dia-de-los-muertos-harrington-library-plano-public/
- **Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio: Skeleton Scramble** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1–1:45pm) at Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76107. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. A short gallery walk and a skeleton-themed art project for kids 12 and under with a grown-up. Sign-up starts at noon in the Kahn Building. Source: https://kimbellart.org/calendar Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/kimbell-kids-drop-in-studio-skeleton-scramble-art-museum/
- **Halloween Haunt at John and Judy Gay Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10–11:30am or 11:30am–1pm) at McKinney Public Library, John and Judy Gay Library, 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070. Cost: Registration full (free; waitlist open). **SOLD OUT** (still listed; check the official page for a waitlist or added dates). Ages 0+. Indoor. A not-so-scary Halloween morning with a ghost scavenger hunt, crafts, a spooky maze and pumpkin games. Storyteller Elizabeth Ellis tells scary stories at 10:30 and noon. The west lot is closed, so park at Evans Middle School across Eldorado Parkway. Source: https://mckinneytexas.libcal.com/event/17240732 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-haunt-at-john-and-judy-gay-library-mckinney-public/

## Holiday season in Dallas–Fort Worth

- [Santa visits](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/santa/index.md): Breakfasts, photos and trains
- [Christmas lights](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-lights/index.md): Drive-thru and walk-through
- [Thanksgiving weekend](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/thanksgiving/index.md): Parades, turkey trots, what’s open
- [Parades & tree lightings](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-parades/index.md): Dates and start times
- [The Nutcracker](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/nutcracker/index.md): Shows for kids, sensory-friendly flagged
- [Christmas markets](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-markets/index.md): Markets and winter wonderlands
- [Christmas break](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-break/index.md): What’s open Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1
- [Noon Year’s Eve](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/noon-years-eve/index.md): Countdowns at noon
- [December with kids](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/december/index.md): Things to do all month
- [Ice skating](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/ice-skating/index.md): Holiday rinks and skate aids

## Nearby towns

- [Things to do with kids in Dallas, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/dallas/index.md): 22 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Fort Worth, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/fort-worth/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Arlington, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/arlington/index.md): 5 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Plano, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/plano/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Frisco, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/frisco/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Irving, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/irving/index.md): 5 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Garland, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/garland/index.md): 5 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Grapevine, TX](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/grapevine/index.md): 5 things to do with kids

## Seasonal events and guides

- [Things to do with kids in Dallas–Fort Worth in November](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/november/index.md)
- [Things to do with kids in Dallas–Fort Worth in December](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/december/index.md)
- [Santa visits in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/santa/index.md)
- [Christmas lights in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-lights/index.md)
- [Ice skating with kids in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/ice-skating/index.md)
- [Thanksgiving weekend in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/thanksgiving/index.md)
- [Christmas parades and tree lightings in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-parades/index.md)
- [The Nutcracker for kids in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/nutcracker/index.md)
- [Christmas markets in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-markets/index.md)
- [Christmas break with kids in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/christmas-break/index.md)
- [Noon Year’s Eve in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/noon-years-eve/index.md)
- [Free things to do in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/free/index.md)
- [Free museum days in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/free-museum-days/index.md)
- [Indoor play places in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/indoor-play/index.md)
- [Library storytimes in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/storytime/index.md)
- [Birthday party places in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/birthday-parties/index.md)
- [Every year in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/yearly/index.md)

## About this list
- Published by Littles Weekly (https://littlesweekly.com/). Free weekly lists for kids ages 0–6, city by city.
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## FAQ

### What can we do with kids this weekend in Dallas–Fort Worth?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) our top picks are [Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-on-downtown-streets-main-street-garden/) (Sat, Oct 31); [BOO on The Boardwalk](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/boo-on-the-boardwalk-granite-park/) (Sat, Oct 31); [Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/autumn-at-the-arboretum-last-week-of-the-pumpkin-village-dallas-botanical-garden/) (all weekend); [Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-sensory-play-and-kids-costume-contest-at-the-shops-at-park-lane/) (Sat, Oct 31). That’s four of 30 outings on this weekend, all checked on the organizer’s page and picked for kids ages 0–6. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all).

### What are kid-friendly things to do in Dallas–Fort Worth this weekend?
This week we found 44 outings that work for kids ages 0–6, and 30 of them are this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Our top three: Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets, BOO on The Boardwalk, Autumn at the Arboretum: last week of the Pumpkin Village. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all).

### Where are the Halloween events for kids in Dallas–Fort Worth this week?
9 Halloween outings are on this week’s list for ages 0–6, including [Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-on-downtown-streets-main-street-garden/), [BOO on The Boardwalk](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/boo-on-the-boardwalk-granite-park/), [Halloween Sensory Play and Kids’ Costume Contest at The Shops at Park Lane](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/halloween-sensory-play-and-kids-costume-contest-at-the-shops-at-park-lane/) and [Trick or Treat Extravaganza at Grandscape](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/trick-or-treat-extravaganza-at-grandscape/). Each one’s page has the date, time, price and the organizer’s link. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in Dallas–Fort Worth this week?
Yes, 40 of this week’s 44 picks are free, including library storytimes and Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets. Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/guide/#free) in the city guide. Free museum days and free events coming up are on [free things to do with kids in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/free/). Regular free days, Museums on Us and EBT discounts for 2027 are on [free museum days in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/free-museum-days/).

### What are good indoor activities for kids in Dallas–Fort Worth when it rains?
32 picks this week are indoors, mostly at the libraries. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all). For indoor playgrounds and play spaces you can visit any week, see [indoor play places in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/indoor-play/).

### Where is storytime for little kids in Dallas–Fort Worth this week?
7 storytimes are on this week’s list, including [Bilingual Storytime Halloween Party (Oak Lawn Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/bilingual-storytime-halloween-party-oak-lawn-library-branch/) (Fri 10:30–11:30am), [Baby Basics Storytime (Lochwood Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/baby-basics-storytime-lochwood-library-branch/) (Fri 9:30–10:15am), [Toddler Story Time (Central Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/toddler-story-time-central-library-j-erik-jonsson/) (Fri 10:30–11am) and [Baby Story Time (Denton North Branch)](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/events/baby-story-time-denton-north-branch-library/) (Fri 9:30–10am). Each one links to the library or venue page we checked it on, so check there for registration. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all). For every weekly storytime by day and branch, see [library storytimes in Dallas–Fort Worth](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/storytime/).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Dallas–Fort Worth this week?
10 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including Baby Basics (Preston Royal Library), Baby Basics Storytime (Lochwood Library) and Baby Basics Storytime (Bookmarks at NorthPark). All of them are free, and 9 are indoors. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/dallas-fort-worth/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the Dallas–Fort Worth list?
We go through Dallas–Fort Worth’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 29, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

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