DFWChild

The ultimate parenting resource for raising kids in Dallas-Fort Worth since 1986.

DFWChild | Award-winning free monthly parenting magazine that addresses the concerns and needs of families, with a special focus on children from prenatal through adolescence. The magazines offer a well-informed, local, and relevant perspective on issues affecting families and serve as both a strong voice in the community and a staunch advocate for children. At DFWChild, we inform, educate, entert

ain, inspire and provide a provocative forum among parents, the community and professionals who work with children.

06/27/2025

🐝 The new Bug Lab exhibit, opening soon at the Perot Museum, is for every kid who’s ever been entranced by honeybees or lightning-fast dragonflies. It’s a view of larger-than-life models, with hands-on stations and actual bug specimens that make learning about them all the more fascinating.

For more details ⬇️ on these big bugs and even bigger fireworks celebrating our July Fourth holiday early this weekend, and sign up at dfwchild.com/newsletters to get the scoop on more upcoming exhibits, kids concerts and activities.

Photo courtesy Mike O’Neill © Te Papa 2016

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06/26/2025

Find Independence Day festivals, arts activities, and kid-friendly concerts at these spots on our Family Fun Map: ⬇️

🧨 Farmers Branch Parks and Recreation
🎇 City of Roanoke, Texas Government
🏙️ Reunion Tower
🎨 Amon Carter Museum of American Art
🖼️ Kimbell Art Museum
🎻 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

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06/25/2025

Now through July 13, nominations are open for your family’s trusted dentists, orthodontists or other dental specialists. Want to give them a well-deserved shoutout? Take a moment to leave a review (link in the comments) and tell us why you would recommend them to other parents.

👍 What is “Mom Approved”? That’s our term for healthcare practitioners who have gone above and beyond to earn parents’ trust, admiration and respect. This could be because of their bedside manner, flexibility, professional acumen—you tell us!

🚫 Please note that nominations will not be accepted from co-workers, family members, marketing reps or industry colleagues. We are only looking for local parents (Moms and Dads) and caregivers in DFW who can give unbiased opinions.

Get the details and nominate your dentist below: ⬇️

06/19/2025

Coming up soon: a special, one-weekend-only production of The Little Mermaid. And part of what’s to love is that 75% of ticket proceeds go to saving sea turtles. It’s a win-win.

Come see one of the four performances inside a historic Dallas theater, though Sunday is the best day for little kids who’d like to meet Ariel. She’ll be greeting kids at a special tea party with snacks, crafts and a sweet sing-along.

Tap the link in the comments below for all the details on this and more of our weekend family favorite events.

To get the scoop on more can’t-miss shows and activities, sign up for The Weekend at dfwchild.com/newsletters.

Photos courtesy Delaney Rain Photography
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06/14/2025

Mark your calendars for MESStival, coming to Downtown Dallas for one weekend this fall. This all-new, kid-friendly festival promises music, magic and messy mayhem for family fun September 27–28.

Here’s a glimpse of what to expect:
🎯 Games, bounce zones & interactive installations
😃 Appearances by mascots from Dallas Trinity FC, Frisco RoughRiders & more
🎨 Creative play with the Crayola Experience
🍭 Over 80 vendors, food trucks & sweets
🌈 A massive powder paint party (Saturday at 6pm)
🎶 Music tributes on stage
🌟 Local youth showcases

Plus, there’s a VIP Family Lounge (limited) with even more perks.

🎟️ Grab your tickets at messtivalusa.com. Exclusive DFWChild early bird tickets start at $60 (plus taxes and fees) for a family of three. And MESStival will be gifting a portion of its profits to local children’s organizations.

See the schedule and all the details at messtivalusa.com.

06/12/2025

Wake up, Wiggles fans. The Australian children’s entertainers in Arlington for their live tour. (By the way, did you know that the two Blue Wiggles are father and daughter?! Very sweet.)

For more family fun ideas this Father’s Day weekend—one of them starring another famous dad who loves what he does—tap our link in bio. 💜

Want to get the scoop on more can’t-miss shows and activities coming up this summer? Bookmark our entertainment calendar at dfwchild.com/calendar.

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06/11/2025

With so many options for places to go and things to do with the kids, be sure not to miss out on these family-friendly destinations all around North Texas:

🤩 Grandscape Texas
🫐 Blueberry Hill Farms
🚜 Denton County Office of History & Culture
🦸‍♀️ Ga***rd Texan Hotel
🦖 Perot Museum
🎇 Visit Southlake, Texas

Get more details on what to expect at each spot and see our full list of Family Fun Map destinations at the link below. ⬇️

06/05/2025

The landmark Broadway musical, The Lion King, is back on stage in Dallas for nearly a month-long run—and yes, it truly is as spectacular as you’ve heard.

For more on this and our favorite outdoor exhibits, play days and activities to do with the kids this weekend, visit us at https://dfwchild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=referral.

📸: courtesy Matthew Murphy

05/30/2025

🧜‍♀️ Real-life mermaids, 🐈 dancing cats, 🌈 rainbow rooms, and foam lightsaber battles 🤺 with fellow Star War fans—What kind of fantasy world are we living in? Get the details on the most magical kid-friendly fun this weekend, in the link below.

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05/29/2025

⬇️ Inside our latest issue, now online & on newsstands:

If you’re not new to DFW, chances are you know someone who is. So why is everyone flocking here? Job opportunities are part of the appeal, but it’s also a great place to raise kids thanks to an abundance of school options and kid-friendly amenities.

This issue introduces you to it all, focusing on 12 of the very best local cities and neighborhoods for families—and why local moms we spoke with love where they live.

Visit dfwchild.com (tap the menu for “Neighborhoods”) for more on:
⭐ Arlington
⭐ Carrollton
⭐ Frisco
⭐ Irving
⭐ Keller
⭐ Lakewood
⭐ McKinney
⭐ Park Cities
⭐ Plano
⭐ Richardson
⭐ Southlake
⭐ & Southwest Fort Worth

Our cover kids are siblings Jackson, age 6, and Hannah, age 4, of Arlington, selected from DFWChild’s annual Model Search. 😎
Photography: Nick Prendergast�
Hair/makeup: Lana Adams��

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05/24/2025

Summer camp is an experience that can shape your child’s interests and be a source of lifelong friendships—and now’s the time to make your reservations before all the best spots fill up.

Browse through our Camps directory to find lots of options in DFW and around Texas for:
💙 Day camps
💚 Overnight camps
🩷 Special needs camps

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