Summer in Dallas-Fort Worth always ends on a high note. The last few weeks are packed with outdoor fun, family activities, and shows you will want to catch. If you are looking for one more weekend getaway, a special day with the kids before school, or a night out at the theater, August is full of options. It is the perfect time to make a few more memories before fall arrives.

Here are just a few of the the many ways you can enjoy these last days of summer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Read more: End-of-Summer Fun in DFW: Family Events, Weekend Getaways, and Performing Arts

Before Back-to-School Family-Friendly Activities in DFW

The countdown to the first school bell has begun, but there’s still time for a few more carefree days. Dallas-Fort Worth families have no shortage of options, from outdoor concerts at city parks to creative kids’ activities at local museums. These DFW summer events are perfect for wrapping up the season. If you’re searching for family-friendly activities before school starts in DFW, these outings are the kind kids remember long after summer ends.

Hugapalooza Children’s Concert & Resource Fair
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
Interactive musical performances and community resources for kids and parents. It’s a free morning of fun and discovery.

Tales for Tails: Meet the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs
August 3 (ongoing series)
Richardson Council Chamber, Richardson
Kids meet therapy dogs, learn about their roles, and enjoy heartfelt photo ops. Free and community-oriented.

Dallas Museum of Art – Free First Sundays: Access for All
First Sundays through December
Sunday, September 7
Dallas Museum of Art
No-cost admission with family-friendly exhibits and programming, an educational and cost-savvy outing. It also includes Open Studio from noon to 4:00 p.m. and a docent-led Collection Highlights Tour from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

NorthPark Center – LEGO Live Build: Crayons
August 24, 2025, Noon – 2 p.m.
NorthPark Center, Dallas
Kids and families enjoy a creative LEGO build session focused on color and collaboration. Also at NorthPark: Brushstrokes of Bravery– Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, through September 10, 2025.

End-of-Summer Weekend Getaways Near Dallas-Fort Worth

Sometimes the best way to savor the season is to step away from routine, even if only for a day or two. Quick road trips near Dallas-Fort Worth are easy to plan and bring fresh scenery without much travel time. Whether it’s a Grapevine, Texas weekend getaway, wine tasting in Hill Country, hiking through Palo Duro Canyon trips from Dallas, or a family stay in Grand Prairie, these end-of-summer events and destinations in DFW give you one last reason to hit the road.

Fredericksburg & Hill Country Wine Country: Conde Nast Traveler reccomends this Texas hill country spot for a weekend getaway. It is a perfect escape, filled wth wine tasting, boutique shopping, relaxed pace, and scenic charm ideal for a quick road or rail retreat. They also reccoment Round Top, and Palo Duro Canyon, where you will love the dramatic red-rock landscapes and outdoor adventures, like hiking, photography, and starry nights await just a drive away.

Grand Prairie Highlights: For a fun weekend in-town or a short drive, enjoy family-friendly spots like Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, Chicken N Pickle, the Farmers Market, and cultural venues like Texas Trust CU Theatre. (southernliving.com)
URL: southernliving.com/grand-prairie-tx-8761882

Grapevine, Texas: Even though it is known as as the “Christmas Capital of Texas,” Grapevine shines in summer too. You can see a live performance or a classic movie at the Palace Theater. Explore historic Main Street, hop on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, tour the local wineries, and make plans to attend the upcoming Annual GrapeFest – A Texas Wine Experience – September 11- 14, 2025 on Historic Main Street in Grapevine. https://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/summertime-in-grapevine/

Don’t Miss These Dallas-Fort Worth Performing Arts Events

As the summer curtain falls, Dallas-Fort Worth stages come alive with unforgettable performances. From Fort Worth performing arts events like symphonic movie scores to Broadway tours in Dallas and nostalgic concerts, the region offers plenty to fill your August nights. If you’re wondering about the best cultural events and concerts in DFW this summer, these shows deserve a spot on your calendar before fall schedules take over.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens in Concert – Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
August 22–23, 2025
Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
The Force will be with you as you experience John Williams’ score performed live to the film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

Windborne’s The Music of Queen
August 29–30, 2025
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra at Bass Performance Hall
Spend a rousing night listening to Queen’s greatest hits, performed with orchestral flair—rock and refinement in harmony.

Waterloo: A Celebration of ABBA
August 30, 2025, 7:30 PM
Eisemann Center, Richardson
Experience a night of sparkle with dazzling costumes, sensational choreography, and unforgettable performances of hits like “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia.” Don’t miss the magic of the spinning mirror ball!

The Witcher in Concert
September 3, 2025
Winspear Opera House
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the critically acclaimed video game with a live orchestra performance and special appearances by Polish folk metal band Percival, the original co-composers of the game’s soundtrack. Contact ATTPAC for ticket information.

The Wiz
September 9–21, 2025
Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
This vibrant reimagining of The Wizard of Oz transformed Broadway with its iconic score blending soul, gospel, rock, and ‘70s funk. Follow Dorothy on her journey to find her place in a contemporary world, enhanced by a dynamic mix of ballet, jazz, and modern pop that adds a fresh groove to easing on down the road. Contact Broadway Dallas for ticket information.

Saying goodbye to Summer

Summer may be fading, but the opportunities to create memorable experiences are still here. Whether you want to arrange family outings, organize group tickets for a show, or bring unique perks to your tenants, Concierge Connection can make it happen.

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