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Ginsburg Family Great Lawn Resod
Between April 28 - May 2nd, The Ginsburg Family Great Lawn will undergo a resod to prepare the lawn for Summer.
KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: Katherine Paterson
Free show by Katherine Paterson
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Katherine Paterson to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: McKenzie Brown
Free show by McKenzie Brown!
The Dallas Music Office is bringing McKenzie Brown to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Spike & Sip Social | Dallas Sport & Social Club
Presented by Dallas Sport & Social Club. RSVP Here.
Spike & Sip Social - Open Play Volleyball Happy Hour
Elevate your Friday post-work plans with Spike & Sip Social—a one-of-a-kind happy hour meets volleyball social set in the heart of Downtown Dallas at Klyde Warren Park! Grab a drink, eat a snack at one of the Park’s food trucks and enjoy the energy of downtown Dallas.
Why You’ll Love It:
Casual, Open-Play volleyball: no team required, just RSVP to play!
Food trucks on-site: because good drinks deserve great bites.
Vibrant downtown energy: network, mingle, and play with Dallas’ social crowd.
Grab your friends or come solo—either way, you’ll leave with new ones! Whether you're spiking on the court or sipping on the sidelines, this is where you'll want to come connect, unwind and do happy hour differently.
Click here for parking information.
Date Night in the Park | Creative Arts Center
Date Night in the Park is Presented by Match
Enjoy artsy activities at Klyde Warren Park provided by the Creative Arts Center!
Artsy Brooches, Clips, & Bolos: Artist Jennifer Christy: Learn how to be creative and resourceful as Jennifer Christy leads you in using painted canvas and other found objects to create fun brooches and hair clips.
Follow Creative Arts Center and Klyde Warren Park for more details!
Click here for parking info.
Hope Starts Here 5K
The Hope Starts Here 5K supports STA FOUNDATION programs that provide care for donor and recipient families, inspire the community to honor the gift of life, and foster initiatives that advance transplant science.
Register Here: https://www.organ.org/hopestartshere5k
The Little Art Bus
Artists can hop on the bus at any time during the festivities and put their creative energy to work by making the perfect masterpiece. The Little Art Bus supplies all the materials along with support from a Little Art Bus team member. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!
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Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck Pop Up
Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck is back at Klyde Warren Park!
Enjoy a tasty lobster sandwich at the Park next to all your favorite museums!
Click here for parking information.
Music Lessons | B&W Classical Academy
Free music lessons for students of all ages at Klyde Warren Park with B&W Classical Academy.
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Avant Chamber Ballet in the Park
Avant Chamber Ballet will perform at Klyde Warren Park on May 4 | 3 PM. The show is family-friendly and welcomes all ages!
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Nancy Best Fountain | American Nurses Association
The Nancy Best Fountain is going red for the American Nurses Association!
Don’t forget to thank a nurse!
Click here for parking information.
KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Wang Taylor
Free show by Wang Taylor
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Wang Taylor to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Date Night in the Park | Creative Arts Center
Date Night in the Park is Presented by Match.com
Enjoy two artsy activities at Klyde Warren Park!
Crazy Bird Collage by Katherine Baronet:
Mixed media artist Katherine Baronet will guide participants in the creation of a 12 x 12 inch original collage masterpiece.
Artsy Brooches, Clips & Bolos by Jennifer Christy:
Artist Jennifer Christy will lead you in using painted canvas and other found objects to create fun brooches and hair clips.
Click here for parking info.
Date Night in the Park | Music Bingo with HeadTilt Entertainment
Music Bingo, presented by HeadTilt Entertainment, combines your favorite tunes with some fun titled themes throughout the decades, with a classic game, in a great atmosphere!
Date Night in the Park is presented by Match.com
Click here for parking information.
Instant Improv | Dallas Children’s Theater
Join the Dallas Children's Theater as they guide audiences through dramatics and theater! Listen along with the Dallas Children’s Theater, take on characters and act out stories! Perfect for little actors!
Click here for parking information.
Find Your Spark at the Park with Witty Kids
Get ready to ignite your child’s curiosity with Find Your Spark at the Park with Witty Kids! This fun, interactive program invites young explorers to explore the world of careers through hands-on activities, creative bookmark-making, and exciting reading adventures. Each session is designed to inspire kids to dream big, discover new interests, and learn about different professions in a playful, engaging way. Join Witty Kids at Klyde Warren Park for events filled with stories, creativity and the spark of new possibilities!
This program invites children to:
Explore Different Careers through interactive stations that spark curiosity about the world around them.
Get Creative with bookmark-making sessions that let their imaginations run wild.
Go on Reading Adventures that open doors to new ideas, exciting stories, and endless possibilities.
Perfect for kids who love to learn, play, and dream big, this program is all about discovering passions and finding that special spark that makes each child unique.
Click here for parking information.
Build Your City! with AD EX
Join AD EX in Klyde Warren Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come-and-go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!
Follow AD EX at:
https://www.dallasadex.org/
https://www.facebook.com/DallasADEX/
https://www.instagram.com/dallasadex
Click here for parking info.
Chess Lessons | Texas Chess Center
Pawn to E4 or Knight to H3?
Texas Chess Center is partnering with Klyde Warren Park to bring a focused 20-minute lesson on chess strategies, techniques, or specific aspects of the game, followed by an open play session where attendees can practice what they've learned, play against others and enjoy the game in a relaxed environment. It is designed for chess enthusiasts of all levels, offering a blend of structured learning and casual play.
Click here for parking information.
KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
Story Time in the Park | Dallas Public Library
Gather the family and join us for a magical morning of storytelling at Story Time in the Park with the Dallas Public Library!
Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to experience the joy of reading, engage their imaginations and make new friends.
Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.
Click here for parking information.
Story Time in the Park | Dallas Public Library
Gather the family and join us for a magical morning of storytelling at Story Time in the Park with the Dallas Public Library! Celebrate bilingual stories in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month!
Stories:
"Plantaños Are Love" by Alyssa Reynoso-Morris
"The Three Tamales" by Eric Kimmel
"Mango, Abuela & Me" and "Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away" (both by Meg Medina)
"Chicks & Salsa" by Aaron Reynolds
Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to experience the joy of reading, engage their imaginations and make new friends.
Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Will Fitzgerald
Free show by Will Fitzgerald
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Will Fitzgerald to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Yappy Hour
It’s Yappy Hour! Bring your pup and join us for a special beer tasting!
Click here for parking information.
Spike & Sip Social | Dallas Sport & Social Club
Presented by Dallas Sport & Social Club.
Spike & Sip Social - Open Play Volleyball Happy Hour
Elevate your Friday post-work plans with Spike & Sip Social—a one-of-a-kind happy hour meets volleyball social set in the heart of Downtown Dallas at Klyde Warren Park! Grab a drink, eat a snack at one of the Park’s food trucks and enjoy the energy of downtown Dallas.
Why You’ll Love It:
Casual, Open-Play volleyball: no team required, just RSVP to play!
Food trucks on-site: because good drinks deserve great bites.
Vibrant downtown energy: network, mingle, and play with Dallas’ social crowd.
Grab your friends or come solo—either way, you’ll leave with new ones! Whether you're spiking on the court or sipping on the sidelines, this is where you'll want to come connect, unwind and do happy hour differently.
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Carly Tate
Free show by Carly Tate
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Carly Tate to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Silent Disco | Dallasites101
Dance the night away with Dallasites101 in Klyde Warren Park
Join us on Friday, May 16th from 8 - 11pm at Klyde Warren Park for a Silent Disco. Enjoy electrifying music from a local DJ + playlists on your own personal headset, while we dance to the beat together!
HOW IT WORKS
Your headphone color shows what you're listening to, switching between the three stations changes the color!
Your ticket includes:
🎧 Wireless headphones with three music channels
🎟️ Entry to the event and immersive experience
Ticket Pricing (all ages welcome):
$25 Early Bird Tickets
$35 General Tickets
Event Details:
📍 Check-in from 8 - 11 PM near Mi Cocina + the outdoor stage
🍽️ Grab drinks and food from Mi Cocina’s La Parada or one of our tasty food trucks
Purchase tickets here!
Click here for parking information.
Avant Chamber Ballet in the Park
Avant Chamber Ballet is hosting an interactive event for the kids! The show is family-friendly and welcomes all ages!
Click here for parking info.
The Boho Market at Klyde Warren park
The dog days of summer are here! The Boho Market, the largest open-air makers market in Texas, has been bringing local, handcrafted and vintage items together to open-air venues across Texas since 2016! Vendors are hand-selected by The Boho Market team to ensure that each shopper will encounter local folks offering local goods, right in their community!
Click here for parking information.
Fish and Fizz Food Truck Popup
Fish and Fizz returns to Klyde Warren Park!
Join us for fish and chips from 11 AM - 5 PM until they sell out!
Click here for parking info.
Break Dancing with Battle Grounds
Presented by Battle Grounds.
Join us this Sunday, September 22nd, at Klyde Warren Park for **Beast Boogie: Fundamental Flows**—an all-ages breakdancing experience! From 2 PM to 3 PM, beginners can dive into a workshop designed to teach the foundational moves of breaking. Then, from 3 PM to 4 PM, stick around for an open practice session where dancers of all levels can show off their skills. Live music will be provided by Pawflo (Sole Power Crew), creating the perfect atmosphere for a high-energy afternoon. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, dance, and connect with the community!
Click here for parking information.
KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Carson Lewis
Free show by Carson Lewis
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Carson Lewis to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Date Night in the Park | Salsa Dance Lesson & Party
Check out Studio 22 as they spice up your Friday night with a free salsa dance class in the Park. Sergey and Michelle are sure to make you ballroom chic with their peppery steps! Beer, margaritas, and food will also be available for purchase at La Parada!
Date Night in the Park is Presented by Match
Don't forget to check out our Studio 22 Sunday Dance Lessons to learn a different style of dance!
Click here for more details.
Click here for parking information.
Date Night in the Park | Creative Arts Center
Enjoy two artsy activities at Klyde Warren Park!
Crazy Bird Collage by Katherine Baronet:
Mixed media artist Katherine Baronet will guide participants in the creation of a 12 x 12 inch original collage masterpiece.
Couples Photo & Creative Frame Decorating by Audrey Williams:
In this fun and memorable activity, you’ll start by taking a couple's photo using a classic Polaroid camera. Once you have your instant print, embellish a frame for your photo with colorful paint pens. Use the paint pens to add personalized touches, doodles, or heartfelt messages to your frame. This hands-on activity not only captures a special moment but also allows you to create a keepsake that’s both meaningful and beautiful.
Click here for parking info.
Tai Chi | Tribe Wellness
RELAX. Breathe. Move! Join us for FREE Tai Chi classes in the park. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and gym shoes. Tai Chi (Tai Chi Chuan, or Tai Ji) is an internal Chinese martial art. It is known throughout the world for its slow, meditative forms and healthful benefits. Dr. Michael Braitsch PT, DPT teaches Yang Style Tai Chi and Qi Gong (pronounced “chi gong”) classes at Klyde Warren Park. He is a doctor of Physical therapy, a black sash (black belt) instructor of Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu and the internal arts (including Tai Chi and Qi gong).
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Love Klyde Warren Park? Vote for us here!
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Caleb Dean
Free show by Caleb Dean
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Caleb Dean to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Chess Lessons | Texas Chess Center
Pawn to E4 or Knight to H3?
Texas Chess Center is partnering with Klyde Warren Park to bring a focused 20-minute lesson on chess strategies, techniques, or specific aspects of the game, followed by an open play session where attendees can practice what they've learned, play against others and enjoy the game in a relaxed environment. It is designed for chess enthusiasts of all levels, offering a blend of structured learning and casual play.
Click here for parking information.
Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck Pop Up
Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck is back at Klyde Warren Park!
Enjoy a tasty lobster sandwich at the Park next to all your favorite museums!
Click here for parking information.
Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Leslie Austin
Free show by Leslie Austin
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Leslie Austin to Klyde Warren Park!
Click here for parking information.
Choctaw Cover-to-Cover Music Festival
Support Klyde Warren Park at a Concert with your Favorite Cover Bands! Join us for an unforgettable day of tribute bands, wine tastings, food trucks and festival fun!
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1 - 7:30 PM
GA for $35
VIP for $125
Kick off your summer at the Choctaw Cover-to-Cover Music Festival at Klyde Warren Park on Saturday, May 31, from 1 - 7:30 PM! This music festival will be a non-stop party with eight high-energy cover bands and exciting casino-style gaming with Choctaw Casino & Resort game tables.
Savor complimentary wine tastings from RNDC, shop from 20 unique Boho Market vendors and enjoy delicious bites from Klyde Warren Park’s iconic food trucks. Need a drink? Mi Cocina cash bars will keep the good times rolling all day long!
General Admission tickets are only $35, but for the ultimate festival experience, grab a VIP “Friend for the Day” ticket for $125! VIPs get access to an open bar, Mi Cocina catering, and exclusive activities in the shaded comfort of the VIP area in the Sheila and Jody Grant Children’s Park—a perfect retreat from the action with plenty of seating.
Kick off the summer with this incredible all-day music festival in the heart of Dallas! See you on May 31!
Have questions? See our FAQs.
12 PM
Doors Open
1 – 1:45 PM
Reputation (Paul Hastings Stage)
Shake it off with Taylor Swift’s biggest hits, from “Blank Space” to “Bad Blood”
1:45 – 2:30 PM
EMpTyVs (Pavilion Stage)
A high-energy tribute to ‘80s and ‘90s MTV hits, bringing nostalgia to life
2:30 – 3:15 PM
The Party Crowd (Paul Hastings Stage)
Get boot scootin’ boogie-ready with country and party anthems from three decades
3:15 - 4 PM PM
Dirti Martini (Pavilion Stage)
Listen to the hits of a lifetime, from Cheap Trick to INXS to Billy Joel
4 – 4:45 PM
Fleetwood X (Paul Hastings Stage)
Go your own way with a stunning tribute to Fleetwood Mac’s iconic sound
4:45 – 5:30 PM
Madonna Project (Pavilion Stage)
Get into the groove with spot-on vocals and the Material Girl’s greatest pop hits
5:30 – 6:15 PM
The Beautiful Ones (Paul Hastings Stage)
A show-stopping tribute to Prince’s “Little Red Corvette” and other classics
6:30 – 7:15 PM
Petty Theft (Pavilion Stage)
Free-fall into authentic covers of Tom Petty’s unforgettable songs
A Big Thank You to Our Sponsors!
KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
Mambo Miles 5K
Mambo Miles is Back for Year 5!
This fun 5K starts and ends at Mi Cocina in Klyde Warren Park and is the perfect way to kick off your Summer.
Runners (and walkers!) will be greeted at the finish line with a Mambo Miles medal and Mi Cocina’s iconic frozen Mambo Taxi. After the race, hang out at the park and enjoy live music, food trucks, a tequila garden and more at the post-race party!
It’s a celebration of community, fitness, and of course—margaritas.
Sign up here! https://mambomiles.com/
For more info, follow us at Klyde Warren Park and Mambo Miles
Click here for parking info.
Art on the Go with SMU Meadows Museum
Pick up a free Art on the Go kit from the Meadows Museum! Each kit includes everything you need to get creative and complete an art project inspired by what is on view at the museum. Art kits are suitable for all ages. Instructions are provided in English and Spanish.
Click here for parking information.
Spike & Sip Social | Dallas Sport & Social Club
Presented by Dallas Sport & Social Club.
Spike & Sip Social - Open Play Volleyball Happy Hour
Elevate your Friday post-work plans with Spike & Sip Social—a one-of-a-kind happy hour meets volleyball social set in the heart of Downtown Dallas at Klyde Warren Park! Grab a drink, eat a snack at one of the Park’s food trucks and enjoy the energy of downtown Dallas.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Casual, Open-Play volleyball: no team required, just RSVP to play!
- Food trucks on-site: because good drinks deserve great bites.
- Vibrant downtown energy: network, mingle, and play with Dallas’ social crowd.
Grab your friends or come solo—either way, you’ll leave with new ones! Whether you're spiking on the court or sipping on the sidelines, this is where you'll want to come connect, unwind and do happy hour differently.
Click here for parking information.
Inside Out 2 | Movies in the Park | Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg
Join us for a free showing of Inside Out 2 Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg.
Click here for parking information.
The Boho Market at Klyde Warren Park
The Boho Market, the largest open-air makers market in Texas, has been bringing local, handcrafted and vintage items together to open-air venues across Texas since 2016! Vendors are hand-selected by The Boho Market Team to ensure that each shopper will encounter local folks offering local goods, right in their community!
Photo Credit Whitney Rogers @whitneyrogersphotography
Click here for parking information.
Silent Disco | Dallasites101 (Copy)
Dance the night away with Dallasites101 in Klyde Warren Park
Join us on Friday, May 16th from 8 - 11pm at Klyde Warren Park for a Silent Disco. Enjoy electrifying music from a local DJ + playlists on your own personal headset, while we dance to the beat together!
HOW IT WORKS
Your headphone color shows what you're listening to, switching between the three stations changes the color!
Your ticket includes:
🎧 Wireless headphones with three music channels
🎟️ Entry to the event and immersive experience
Ticket Pricing (all ages welcome):
$25 Early Bird Tickets
$35 General Tickets
Event Details:
📍 Check-in from 8 - 11 PM near Mi Cocina + the outdoor stage
🍽️ Grab drinks and food from Mi Cocina’s La Parada or one of our tasty food trucks
Purchase tickets here!
Click here for parking information.
Art on the Go with SMU Meadows Museum
Pick up a free Art on the Go kit from the Meadows Museum! Each kit includes everything you need to get creative and complete an art project inspired by what is on view at the museum. Art kits are suitable for all ages. Instructions are provided in English and Spanish.
Click here for parking information.
Build Your City! with AD EX
Join AD EX in Klyde Warren Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come-and-go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!
Follow AD EX at:
https://www.dallasadex.org/
https://www.facebook.com/DallasADEX/
https://www.instagram.com/dallasadex
Click here for parking info.
Art on the Go with SMU Meadows Museum
Pick up a free Art on the Go kit from the Meadows Museum! Each kit includes everything you need to get creative and complete an art project inspired by what is on view at the museum. Art kits are suitable for all ages. Instructions are provided in English and Spanish.
Click here for parking information.
Build Your City! with AD EX
Join AD EX in Klyde Warren Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come-and-go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!
Follow AD EX at:
https://www.dallasadex.org/
https://www.facebook.com/DallasADEX/
https://www.instagram.com/dallasadex
Click here for parking info.
YMCA Family Night
Have the Park All to Yourself! Join Us for YMCA Family Night!
NEW DATE
Friday, September 20, 2025, from 6 - 10 PM
For one unforgettable night, Klyde Warren Park becomes your private playground! This exclusive, fenced-in event is designed for families with kids, offering full access to the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn and the Sheila and Jody Grant Children’s Park—plus an evening packed with music, activities and hands-on fun in a safe and welcoming space. Proceeds from the event help support Klyde Warren Park’s free programming and the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ community initiatives, benefiting families across the region. Your kids won’t forget this night!
Tickets:
- $100 per Pair (Child/Chaperone)
- $25 for Each Additional Attendee
Tickets Include:
Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party – A family-friendly DJ, glow-in-the-dark bubbles and non-stop music!
Glow-in-the-Dark Photo Op – Snap a pic with a giant six-foot glowing display!
Work/Shop Art Studio – Hands-on art projects and creative workshops.
Interactive STEM Activities – Learn from experts at The Perot Museum, Frontier Flight Museum and more!
Storytime Stretch with Yena – A perfect mix of movement and mindfulness.
VR Games & Tech Fun – Courtesy of the YMCA Tech Truck and Rec Hub.
Classic Park Games – Play Jenga, Connect Four, Ping Pong and Cornhole.
Exclusive Access to The Children’s Park – Enjoy it all to yourself!
Dinner by Raising Cane’s + Snacks & Drinks from Kroger
…and so much more!
YMCA Family Night is Supported by Raising Cane’s, Kroger, Scottish Rite and Southwest Airlines
Have questions? Check out our FAQs!
Party in the Park
Party in the Park is Thursday, October 9, 2025, 6 – 10 PM, 2025!
Klyde Warren Park’s annual fundraiser, Party in the Park, presented by Republic National Distributing Company, will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
Click here for sponsorship opportunities.
Click here to purchase tickets.
Wicked | Movies in the Park | Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg
Join us for a free showing of Wicked Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg.
Part of our Signature Event: Trick-or-Treating Presented by Kroger
Click here for parking information.
Dog Adoption Day
Dog Adoption Day is Supported by Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
Looking to spoil your dog or find a new furry friend?
We’re kicking off Spring Break in the Park with a fun-filled day of shopping, live entertainment and delicious food trucks! Meet adorable pups, explore unique pet products and even snap a photo with Cane III! Every adopted pet receives a doggy bag, bandana and Raising Cane’s Kid’s Combo Certificate.
Click here for parking information.
Frozen | Movies in the Park | Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg
Join us for a free showing of Frozen Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg.
Part of our Signature Event: Tree Lighting Celebration Presented by Energy Transfer
Click here for parking information.
KERA Kids Fest
Join Xavier Riddle, Nature Cat and more for KERA Kids Fest!
Kids Fest is free and open to the public, and will take place on the Ginsburg Family East Lawn near the Nancy Best Fountain at Klyde Warren Park from 1 - 4 PM on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Plaza of the Americas offers $6 parking that can be booked through the Parking page.
Children and parents are invited to a day of kid-friendly fun focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) and to participate in immersive activities that give back to our community. Families will also enjoy appearances by PBS Kids characters Nature Cat and Xavier Riddle, as well as music performances from DJ LC and drummer Baba Kwasi.
KERA is generously sponsored by Scottish Rite for Children. On-site activities include assembling support packages for The Stewpot as well as activities with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Texas Native Cats and the Dallas Museum of Art.
Click here for parking information.
Boho Market
The Boho Market, the largest open-air makers market in Texas, has been bringing local, handcrafted and vintage items together to open-air venues across Texas since 2016! Vendors are hand-selected by The Boho Market Team to ensure that each shopper will encounter local folks offering local goods, right in their community!
Photo Credit Whitney Rogers @whitneyrogersphotography
Click here for parking information.
Festival of Joy
Free Indian cultural event at Klyde Warren Park, includes vendors, free vegetarian food, live music, henna, face-painting, dance performances and a chariot parade through downtown Dallas. This re-enactment of the famous Ratha Yatra parade, also celebrated as the Festival of Chariots, is rooted in ancient India’s bhakti or devotional tradition. It has been observed annually for more than 3,000 years in the holy city of Jagannatha Puri in Orissa, India, making it the world’s longest-running street festival.
Click here for parking information.
Date Night in the Park | Salsa Dance Lesson & Party
Check out Studio 22 as they spice up your Friday night with a free salsa dance class in the Park. Sergey and Michelle are sure to make you ballroom chic with their peppery steps! Beer, margaritas, and food will also be available for purchase at La Parada!
Date Night in the Park is Presented by Match
Don't forget to check out our Studio 22 Sunday Dance Lessons to learn a different style of dance!
Click here for more details.
Click here for parking information.
(CANCELED) Jonathan Fisher Quartet | Jazz Performance
Please note: This event has been canceled due to weather.
Join us for a free concert in the Park featuring Dallas’ best musicians!
Klyde Warren Park welcomes the Jonathan Fisher Quartet to the stage—an unforgettable musical experience brought to you by the American Federation of Musicians.
Click here for parking information.
(CANCELED) KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Please note: This event has been canceled due to weather.
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
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DPD Torch Run for Special Olympics Texas
Sign-up to run/walk, volunteer, and/or pre-order a shirt online for the Dallas Police Department Torch Run HERE!
The run is 2 miles. The walk is 0.8 miles. T-shirts must be worn to participate!
100% of the proceeds from the Torch Run/Walk shirts will go directly back to benefit local Dallas Special Olympics Texas athletes!
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(CANCELED) Chess Lessons | Texas Chess Center
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Pawn to E4 or Knight to H3?
Texas Chess Center is partnering with Klyde Warren Park to bring a focused 20-minute lesson on chess strategies, techniques, or specific aspects of the game, followed by an open play session where attendees can practice what they've learned, play against others and enjoy the game in a relaxed environment. It is designed for chess enthusiasts of all levels, offering a blend of structured learning and casual play.
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(CANCELED) Music Lessons | B&W Classical Academy
Free music lessons for students of all ages at Klyde Warren Park with B&W Classical Academy.
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(CANCELED) The Lorax | Movies in the Park | Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Join us at Klyde Warren Park for a free showing of The Lorax Presented by the Family of Scott K. Ginsburg. Bring your blankets, friends and family! Screen provided by Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment.
Twelve-year-old Ted lives in a place virtually devoid of nature; no flowers or trees grow in the town of Thneedville. Ted would very much like to win the heart of the girl of his dreams, but to do this, he must find that which she most desires: a Truffula tree. Ted’s adventure brings him to the story of the Lorax.
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(CANCELED) Fredrick Sanders | Jazz Performance
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Join us for a free concert in the Park featuring Dallas’ best musicians!
Klyde Warren Park welcomes Fredrick Sanders to the stage—an unforgettable musical experience brought to you by the American Federation of Musicians.
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(CANCELED) STEM at the Park | Girlstart
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Presented by Girlstart.
STEM at the Park is the third Saturday of March through May from 2 to 3:30pm. From hands-on activities to interactive demos, your family will learn that STEM is everywhere while enjoying everything that Klyde Warren Park has to offer!
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(CANCELED) Dallas Sounds Amplified: Caleb Dean
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Free show by Caleb Dean
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Caleb Dean to Klyde Warren Park!
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Date Night in the Park | Creative Arts Center
Date Night in the Park Presented by Match
Enjoy two artsy activities at Klyde Warren Park!
Couples Photo & Creative Frame Decorating by Audrey Williams: Capture a special moment with a classic Polaroid photo and make it even more memorable by decorating a custom frame. After taking your instant print, use colorful paint pens to personalize your frame with doodles, heartfelt messages, or unique designs. This hands-on activity is a fun way to celebrate your connection while creating a meaningful keepsake.
Watercolor Trees by Sarah Janece: Unleash your creativity on a relaxing Friday evening by painting a vibrant watercolor tree. With easy-to-follow guidance, you'll learn essential watercolor techniques and tips as you bring your artwork to life. By the end of the session, you'll have a beautiful painting to take home and the skills to continue exploring watercolor art whenever inspiration strikes.
Follow Creative Arts Center and Klyde Warren Park for more details!
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Dallas Sounds Amplified: Leslie Austin
Free show by Leslie Austin
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Leslie Austin to Klyde Warren Park!
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Yappy Hour
It’s Yappy Hour! Bring your pup and join us for a special beer tasting!
False Idol Brewing will be providing beer samples for those 21+
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Dallas Sounds Amplified: Gracen Wynn
Free show by Gracen
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Gracen Wynn to Klyde Warren Park!
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Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck Popup
Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck is back at Klyde Warren Park!
Enjoy a tasty lobster sandwich at the Park next to all your favorite museums!
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KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
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Palm Sunday Concert
Join First Baptist Church of Dallas as we prepare our hearts for Easter with a Palm Sunday sunset worship concert in the park featuring the GRAMMY-Award winning artist, Matt Redman, starting at 6 PM at Klyde Warren Park! You won’t want to miss this incredible time of fellowship and worship and we will hear an encouraging word from Pastor, Dr. Robert Jeffress.
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Chess Lessons | Texas Chess Center
Pawn to E4 or Knight to H3?
Texas Chess Center is partnering with Klyde Warren Park to bring a focused 20-minute lesson on chess strategies, techniques, or specific aspects of the game, followed by an open play session where attendees can practice what they've learned, play against others and enjoy the game in a relaxed environment. It is designed for chess enthusiasts of all levels, offering a blend of structured learning and casual play.
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Find Your Spark at the Park with Witty Kids
Get ready to ignite your child’s curiosity with Find Your Spark at the Park with Witty Kids! This fun, interactive program invites young explorers to explore the world of careers through hands-on activities, creative bookmark-making, and exciting reading adventures. Each session is designed to inspire kids to dream big, discover new interests, and learn about different professions in a playful, engaging way. Join Witty Kids at Klyde Warren Park for events filled with stories, creativity and the spark of new possibilities!
This program invites children to:
Explore Different Careers through interactive stations that spark curiosity about the world around them.
Get Creative with bookmark-making sessions that let their imaginations run wild.
Go on Reading Adventures that open doors to new ideas, exciting stories, and endless possibilities.
Perfect for kids who love to learn, play, and dream big, this program is all about discovering passions and finding that special spark that makes each child unique.
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Instant Improv | Dallas Children’s Theater
Join the Dallas Children's Theater as they guide audiences through dramatics and theater! Listen along with the Dallas Children’s Theater, take on characters and act out stories! Perfect for little actors!
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Tai Chi | Tribe Wellness
RELAX. Breathe. Move! Join us for FREE Tai Chi classes in the park. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and gym shoes. Tai Chi (Tai Chi Chuan, or Tai Ji) is an internal Chinese martial art. It is known throughout the world for its slow, meditative forms and healthful benefits. Dr. Michael Braitsch PT, DPT teaches Yang Style Tai Chi and Qi Gong (pronounced “chi gong”) classes at Klyde Warren Park. He is a doctor of Physical therapy, a black sash (black belt) instructor of Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu and the internal arts (including Tai Chi and Qi gong).
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Date Night in the Park: Music Bingo with HeadTilt Entertainment
Date Night in the Park Presented by Match
Join us for music Bingo, presented by HeadTilt Entertainment, combines your favorite tunes with some fun titled themes throughout the decades, with a classic game, in a great atmosphere!
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Dallas Music Office Musician Showcase: Going Places
Free show by Going Places
The Dallas Music Office is bringing Going Places to Klyde Warren Park!
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KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Spring 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended.
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (from March 13 - May 22)! Sign up HERE!
Click here for parking information.
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