Free things to do in Dallas—what? Yup, you heard that right! There’s no shortage of attractions, activities, tours, and events in DFW that cost you absolutely nothing, so save your cash for summer camps, theme parks, and Cowboys games and take advantage of all the free things to do in Dallas and the rest of the metroplex with kids.

DFW definitely lives up to that whole “everything is bigger in Texas” thing; even if you’ve lived here your entire life, we’re betting there are some boxes you haven’t checked, especially when it comes to free things to do in Dallas. So scroll through this list, make your plans, and have a blast, ya’ll!

At just over two square miles, Falls Church City, Virginia is known as "The Little City." But don't let the nickname fool you—The Little City is big on family-friendly fun. Though it's conveniently located less than 10 miles from DC and easily accessed by Route 50, Route 66, and the East or West Falls Church Metro stations, Falls Church City is bursting with small-town charm.

Here are some of the best family-friendly places to visit in Falls Church City, VA. Check out our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for DC Kids for more great cities to visit in the DC area, like Kensington, MD and Clifton, VA.

Don't let the cold stop you: We've got indoor, outdoor, and at-home picks for winter fun.

Explore some of the best Central Florida boardwalk trails for families. While the Orlando area is bursting with beautiful hiking trails, nature paths, and parks, sometimes you need something that's 100 percent stroller-friendly; a path that's easy for new walkers, with no roots or rocks in their way; or maybe your kids want the unique experience of walking on water!

These Orlando boardwalks are stroller-friendly, accommodate children, and offer the perfect outdoor adventures for families to enjoy nature and burn off energy. For more outdoor adventures, check out the Top 10 Natural Springs in Florida Near Orlando and Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Orlando and Central Florida.

It might seem hard to plan a winter birthday party, but cold weather doesn’t need to cool your plans for a great birthday party, inside or outside! There are some great winter birthday party locations in Philadelphia. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites. And while you’re thinking about fun winter activities, don’t miss our ultimate winter bucket list!

When the flakes fly, visions of sledding hills fill kids' heads, and all they can think of is bundling up and getting outside for some snow day fun. If your family's plans include sledding, consider heading to one of these popular sledding hills in Westchester County. We've also got a separate post with top picks for sledding hills in the Hudson Valley in case you want to make your wintery adventure a daycation, plus some helpful tips for keeping little ones safe while they sled.

Be sure to check our Guide to Winter Fun in Westchester and our Boredom Busters Guide for more ideas to keep kids busy on cold winter days.