Happy Valentine's weekend, Dallas parents! We've pulled together the best family outings for February 14th and 15th, 2026. Catch the incredible avant-garde ballet Peter and the Wolf on Saturday, take the kids to see some serious horsepower at Monster Jam, or enjoy the unique fun of the Krewe of Barkus Dog Parade on Sunday. Plenty of free library fun is also on tap!
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City of Richardson Annual Lunar New Year Celebration 2026
DFW Chinatown, Richardson
Free Sunday cultural festival with lion dances and performances.
Avant Chamber Ballet presents Peter and the Wolf
Moody Performance Hall
An indoor cultural outing with ballet and music featuring bilingual narration.
Family Day
Highland Park Library
Relaxed Saturday afternoon with open-ended crafting and play supplies provided.
· February 14
9: If you need an action-packed family date night, this is it! See massive trucks like Grave Digger and Sparkle Smash perform incredible stunts.This is the biggest spectacle event happening Saturday night, guaranteed to wow older kids and teens.
: Catch the celebrated ballet version of the classic story, featuring live music and narration available in both English and Spanish.A wonderful cultural event with narration in two languages, making it accessible for many families.
FREE : Head to the Highland Park Library for open-ended crafting and play sessions where you can mingle with other families.A lovely, relaxed, and likely free Saturday afternoon activity at a local library.
CHOCOLATE OLYMPICS : Compete for chocolate gold in this first annual event where you'll squeeze sauce, sort M&Ms, and taste candy with athletic skill.A fun, competitive event centered around everyone's favorite treat on Saturday afternoon.
: The 19th Annual festival brings great polka music, dancing, food, and a dedicated kid zone to Ennis.A long-running local cultural event that specifically caters to families.
SCIENCE EXPERIMENT SATURDAYS: GROW YOUR OWN CRYSTAL HEARTFREE : Participate in a fun science activity at the library this Saturday where you can learn to grow your own crystal heart.A free, contained science activity that ties into the Valentine's weekend theme.
AMERICA'S FORGOTTEN FOUNDERSFREE : A free library program where kids discover Black patriots, women soldiers, and other overlooked heroes from early American history through stories and activities.A great, educational, and free Saturday program happening right downtown.
ORCHID ENCHANTMENT : Explore stunning floral installations featuring orchids at the Dallas Arboretum this weekend. Note that this requires general Arboretum admission.The Arboretum is always a great family spot, and this limited-run flower show is running all weekend.
: Experience the first movie transported into the Wizarding World at Cosm Dallas—it promises to be more immersive than just watching it at home.A limited-run chance for Harry Potter fans to see the movie in an immersive setting this weekend.
· February 15
4FREE : Take the whole family (and the dog!) to see this silly, costumed pet parade with this year’s theme 'Dogs Going Overboard: Barkus Sails The Seven Sea.'This is a unique, fun outdoor Sunday event perfect for animal lovers in the northern suburbs.
FREE : Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a free festival featuring dragon and lion dances, cultural performances, art making, and calligraphy.A fantastic, free cultural event happening Sunday with lots of demos and performances.
: The legendary exhibition team is in Dallas this Sunday to wow the crowd with high-energy slam dunks and impossible trick shots.A high-energy sports/entertainment event perfect for a Sunday afternoon outing.
NEW YEAR GALLOP: CREATE YOUR OWN LUCKY HORSE!FREE : Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a fun craft workshop provided by the library where families can design their own lucky horse crafts.A free, dedicated craft workshop for families happening Sunday afternoon.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2: This charming opera production brings Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic children's story to life, specifically designed to delight younger viewers.A dedicated opera performance for young audiences on Sunday afternoon.
FREE : This monthly White Rock Lake event offers quirky, hands-on arts experiences that feel authentically Dallas.It's reliably one of the best hands-on art events for kids, and this is the February installment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Dallas this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 14-15) offers several free options including the City of Richardson Annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Sunday, Family Day at the Highland Park Library on Saturday, and several recurring library programs like America's Forgotten Founders.
Are there any special events happening on Valentine's Day (Saturday, Feb 14)?
Yes! Saturday features the quirky Family Arts Bash at Bath House Cultural Center, the Chocolate Olympics in Grand Prairie, and the Ennis Czech Music Festival, alongside the major Monster Jam show.
Where can I find family-friendly performances indoors this weekend?
Check out the Avant Chamber Ballet's performance of Peter and the Wolf on Saturday, or catch The Dallas Opera's family production of The Little Prince on Sunday.
