50 THINGS To Do In NORTH TEXAS Independence Title Explore www.IndependenceTitle.com 50 FREE Things to Do in North Texas Trails, Parks & Plazas Klyde Warren Park Ping-pong, putt-putt, fresh air and family fun. 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Ste. 403, Dallas, TX www.klydewarrenpark.org Cedar Ridge Preserve Get out and commune with nature, man. 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX | www.audubondallas.org Main Street Garden Park It’s like nature, but with less bugs — right in the heart of Downtown Dallas. 1902 Main St, Dallas, TX | www.mainstreetgarden.org Katy Trail Hit the trai! 3127 Routh St, Dallas, TX | www.katytraildallas.org White Rock Lake Take in the view of Downtown Dallas from the water’s side. Northeast Dallas, TX | www.whiterocklake.org Pegasus Plaza Enjoy the fountains in the shadow of the Pegasus, the symbol of Dallas and the Plaza’s namesake. Main at Akard St, Dallas, TX | (214) 428-5555 Reverchon Park Shoot some hoops, do some yoga, or just enjoy the scenery! 3505 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX | www.reverchonparkfriends.com Ft. Worth Water Gardens An architectural and liquid marvel! 1502 Commerce St, Fort Worth TX | www.fortworth.com The Buckeye Trail Hike over the river and through the woods! 7000 Bexar St, Dallas, TX | www.texasbuckeyetrail.org Fountain Place Landmarks Pioneer Plaza Cattle Drive Texas history lives on in this commemoration of Texas cattle drives from the “olden” days. This place has some fountains — awesome ones. Corner of Griffin and Young St, Dallas, TX | (214) 953-1184 3505 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX | www.fountainplace.com Mustangs at Las Colinas Founders’ Plaza at DFW International Airport Aviation enthusiasts and families alike visit the observation area to watch the air traffic. 3200 E Airfield Dr, DFW Airport, TX | www.dfwairport.com Oak Cliff Nature Reserve Yet another great location to take in the beauty of Dallas! 2875 Pierce St, Dallas, TX | www.texaslandconservancy.org Lakeside Park Wild and free, the Texas spirit is embodied within these bronze equines! 5221 North O'Connor Rd #110E, Irving, TX www.mustangsoflascolinas.com Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge You can see this iconic part of the Trinity River corridor from Trinity Groves. 425 Bedford St, Dallas, TX | www.mhhbridgecelebration.com Historic Homes on Swiss Avenue Take a walk through history! Gorgeous landscaping and un-bear-ably adorable teddy statues. Swiss Ave, Dallas, TX | www.sahd.org 4601 Lakeside Dr, Dallas, TX | www.hptx.org/ Belo Garden Stockyards National Historic District Another relaxing slice of nature in Downtown Dallas. This is Cow Town! 1014 Main St, Dallas, TX 130 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth | www.fortworthstockyards.org Santa Fe Trail Art, Museums & Memorials This scenic trail runs between White Rock Lake, Deep Ellum and Fair Park. Dallas Museum of Art Enrich yourself with artwork from around the globe! Hill Ave, Dallas TX | www.friendsofsantafetrail.org 717 North Harwood St, Dallas, TX | www.dma.org Great Trinity Forest Overlooks JFK Memorial Just a few minutes from downtown, the views are stunning. The President’s life and death left a mark on Dallas. 411 Elm St, Dallas, TX | www.jfk.org Dallas, TX | www.dfwurbanwildlife.com Yoga at HG Sply Co. Center yourself while taking in the view from a rooftop patio. Sundays at 10 AM (weather permitting.) 2008 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX | (469) 334-0896 Grapevine Botanical Gardens Green, green green! Thanks-Giving Square Enjoy the dazzling stained glass and unifying atmosphere. 1627 Pacific Ave, Dallas, TX | www.thanksgiving.org Bonnie Parker’s Grave Clyde’s grave is on private property, but you can visit Bonnie. 9718 Webb Chapel Rd, Dallas, TX | www.roadsideamerica.com 411 Ball St, Grapevine, TX www.grapevinetxonline.com/botanical-gardens Bishop Arts District Towne Lake Recreation Area 419 N Bishop Ave, TX | www.bishopartsdistrict.com Appreciate some art, or just peruse the boutiques! Fish off the pier, or rent a paddleboat. And, there’s a playground for the kids! Dallas Arts District 1405 Wilson Creek Pkwy, McKinney, TX www.mckinneytexas.org 750 North St. Paul St #1150, Dallas, TX | www.thedallasartsdistrict.org Can’t get enough of the arts? Here’s another art district. Deep Ellum Greenville St. Patrick’s Day Parade Dallas, TX | www.deepellumtexas.com Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX | www.dallasstpatricksparade.com Freedman’s Cemetery and Memorial Cottonwood Art Festival Check out the crazy statues and graffiti art! This memorial honors freed slaves who lived in the cultural, social and economic center of the African-American community in early Texas. N Central Expy & Calvary Dr., Dallas, TX | (214) 670-3284 The Art Garden Check out the sculptures in the shade of the old oaks. 1717 N. Harwood St, Dallas, TX | (214) 922-1200 Amon Carter Museum of American Art Experience your history through art at this collection of American works! 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX | www.cartermuseum.org Nasher Sculpture Center Annually the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day. Annually in May & October. Cottonwood Park, Richardson, TX | www.cottonwoodartfestival.com Trade Days in McKinney The third Monday of every month. 4550 W University Dr, McKinney, TX | www.tmtd.com Plano Balloon Fest Annually in September. 2801 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX | www.planoballoonfest.org Stockyards Station Cattle Drive Daily at 11:30am and 4pm. 130 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX | www.fortworthstockyards.org Shopping Sundance Square Check out awesome modern/contemporary sculptures for free on the first Saturday of every month! Fort Worth, TX | www.sundancesquare.com 2001 Flora St, Dallas, TX | www.nashersculpturecenter.org Grapevine, TX | www.grapevinetexasusa.com Mary Kay Museum 1010 South Pearl Expwy, Dallas, TX www.dallasfarmersmarket.org See the history of the cosmetic company and its founder! 16251 Dallas Pkwy, Addison, TX | www.marykaymuseum.com US Department of Treasury Bureau of Engraving and Printing Learn about money...for no money. Grapevine Historical Main Street Dallas Farmers Market Southlake Town Square 1256 Main Street #244, Southlake, TX www.southlaketownsquare.com McKinney Main Street 222 N. Tennessee St, McKinney, TX www.mckinneytexas.org 9000 Blue Mound Rd, Fort Worth, TX www.moneyfactory.gov/tours/fortworthtxtours Southfork Ranch Made famous by those schemin’ Ewings on the hit show, Dallas. 3700 Hogge Dr, Parker, TX | www.southforkranch.com Events & Festivals Shows at Good Records Rock on with a free show, brother! 1808 Lower Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX | www.goodrecords.com DECLARE YOUR Independence! Deep Ellum Arts Festival More than 200 decorative and visual artists make this the biggest free art festival in Dallas! 2800 Main St, Dallas, TX | www.deepellumartsfestival.com Independence Title Explore www.IndependenceTitle.com
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