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Father's Day Weekend 2025 Things To Do in Dallas-Fort Worth: Plus, Juneteenth, Pride, and More

Celebrate dad with one of the many Father's Day events in the Dallas/Fort Worth area this weekend. Photo by Elsa Simcik
Celebrate dad with one of the many Father's Day events in the Dallas/Fort Worth area this weekend. Photo by Elsa Simcik
6/11/25 - By Gabby Cullen

Looking for the best things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this Father's Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Celebrate dads and father-figures this Father's Day weekend in the DFW metroplex with a variety of great events! Dads can enjoy FREE admission at John Wayne: An American Experience in the Stockyards, sample steak and enjoy live music and family crafts at the Dallas Farmers Market, or check out the car show during the Dallas Arboretum's Father's Day Family Fun Weekend.

Additionally, Juneteenth celebrations kick off this weekend with events in Dallas with a Freedom Walk and festival on Saturday, a soul food festival on Sunday, and a fun celebration in McKinney. Dallas Pride is also hosting its annual parade and festival in Fair Park, so check below for more details on all the exciting happenings in North Texas this weekend!

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Klyde Warren Park Presents: Movies in the Park

Dallas Arts District - FREE
Saturday, June 14
Head to the Arts District for an evening of food trucks, picnics, and a screening of Inside Out 2! There are also Movie Nights in the Park on Saturday, October 25 (Wicked), and Saturday, December 6 (Frozen). READ MORE

Dallas Pride Festival & Parade

Fair Park
Saturday, June 14
As part of the Dallas Pride 2025 festivities, Family Pride is a safe space for LGBTQ+ parents to enjoy PRIDE with their kids in a comfortable, protected environment. Great entertainment, petting zoo, animal adoptions, face painting, games, crafts, vendors, and more! READ MORE

Father's Day Weekend at the Dallas Farmers Market

Downtown Dallas - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 - 15
There is so much happening at the market this weekend, it's hard to know where to start. Kids will love the family-friendly crafts and seeing birds of prey up close, Dads will love sampling the tasty steak, and everyone will love the live music! READ MORE

Safari Nights at the Dallas Zoo: The Fall Series

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Oak Cliff
Saturday, June 14
Your kids' favorite summer music concert series is back! Come to the zoo early to see the animals and enjoy the rides, and stay for live music at The Grove Stage. Rent Adirondack chairs and enjoy food trucks, sweet treats, and adult beverages, or bring a picnic. The fall lineup series includes Escape, Mighty Real Band, and Super Trouper: An ABBA tribute band.  READ MORE

Juneteenth 4K Freedom Walk & Festival

South Dallas
Saturday, June 14
Participate in a freedom walk and then enjoy a family-friendly festival with live entertainment, vendors, and fun activities for the whole community. READ MORE

City of McKinney Presents: Juneteenth Celebration

McKinney - FREE
Saturday, June 14
This annual event is a community event that honors the important holiday and includes family fun like a drone show, live music, a bubble machine, a photo booth, and much more. READ MORE

Animal Encounter at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center

Cedar Hill - FREE
Saturday, June 14
Visit with one of the resident Animal Ambassadors while learning curious facts and hearing funny stories about the animals that call the center home. READ MORE

Father's Day Family Fun Weekend at the Dallas Arboretum

East Dallas
Saturday & Sunday, June 14 - 15
Enjoy a full weekend of fun with Dad! The Classic Chassis Car Club Show and the Garden Chef Series return in 2025; there will be a petting zoo, KinderMusik, and other entertainment for the littlest visitors. READ MORE

5th annual Dallas Juneteenth Soul Food Festival

South Dallas
Sunday, June 15
Enjoy food from over 20 different food vendors from states like Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Arkansas. Think pork chops, oxtails, candied yams, greens, fried chicken, fish, barbecue, funnel cake, turkey legs, and so much more! There will also be plenty of entertainment for the kids, live music, and a chance to support local entrepreneurs. Pre-registration is required.  READ MORE

Father's Day Brunch at Omni Dallas

Downtown Dallas
Sunday, June 15
This dad-approved brunch features all the savory items he loves, plus a carving station, local brews, and brunch cocktails. Enjoy a walk in downtown Dallas after the big meal! READ MORE

John Wayne: An American Experience Presents: Father's Day Weekend

Historic Stockyards District - FREE
Sunday, June 15
In honor of Father’s Day, all dads will receive FREE admission to the John Wayne: An American Experience exhibit, plus 15% off purchases at the John Wayne Stock & Supply retail store (adjacent to the exhibit). READ MORE

Father's Day Market at Lockwood Distilling Co.

Richardson
Sunday, June 15
Enjoy Lockwood's award-winning spirits, great food, and family fun! Dad can shop the hat bar and play lawn games, and everyone can enjoy the sweet treats. READ MORE

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Gabby Cullen
Gabby Cullen has over 15 years of media experience, starting in public relations before moving to the editorial side in 2009. With a decade of expertise in parenting and lifestyle, she balances her work as an editor and writer while navigating life as a mom of two. An avid reader and true crime podcast fan, Gabby lives in Dallas, TX with her family. Find her on Instagram and Threads @gabbycullen.
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