A short-sleeved T-shirt and tennis shoes could be a typical way to dress for June or July in Dallas. But this month isn’t really known for its mild summers. Do you feel the killer heat? Luckily, there are plenty of solutions available to families who want to still have fun while keeping cool at the same time!
Dallas is always a party when it comes to things to do for families with kids. However, the summer months can get a bit harsh if you consider the ruthless heat in Texas.
Don’t let that stress you anymore! We’ve created a list of the best ways to escape the heat if you’re with kids in the Dallas area. Take a look:
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405 N Las Vegas Trail, White Settlement, TX 76108, USA
SplashDayz Waterpark
SplashDayz Waterpark is the go-to place in Fort Worth for families who want to enjoy some fun under the sun!2
3000 Meadowmere Ln, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
WhoaZone
Whoazone at Grapevine is a blast for summer fun if you want to spend a nice time with the family!3
2201 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207, USA
JadeWaters Resort Pool Complex
JadeWaters Resort Pool Complex, part of the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, is a fantastic spot for families during spring and summer.4
2154 Royal Ln, Dallas, TX 75229, USA
King Spa & Waterpark
King Spa & Waterpark is a Korean spa that also offers an amazing waterpark.5
1200 Meandering Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76114, USA
Burger’s Lake
Burger's Lake is located in Fort Worth and it's a 30-acre park that features a one-acre spring-fed lake for swimming and many cool activities!6
18270 Singing Wood Ln, Flint, TX 75762, USA
Waterpark At The Villages
At Waterpark At The Villages summer never ends!7
1000 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, TX 76301, USA
Castaway Cove Waterpark
Castaway Cove Waterpark is the perfect place to relax and have fun with the family!8
18814 I-20, Canton, TX 75103, USA
Splash Kingdom Paradise Island
Splash Kingdom Waterpark is a family waterpark located between Dallas and Tyler in Canton, Texas.9
1895 Campfire Cir, Dallas, TX 75232, USA
Bahama Beach Waterpark
Bahama Beach Waterpark is the perfect spot to beat the heat!10
9001 26 Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180, USA
NRH2O Family Waterpark
NRH2O Family Waterpark is Northern Texas' favorite family water park!11
100 Great Wolf Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge is North America's largest family of indoor water park resorts.12
2970 Epic Place, Grand Prairie, TX 75052, USA
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is an amazing 80,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor, year-round waterpark with an amazing curved-style roof.13
4550 N Garland Ave, Garland, TX 75040, USA
Hawaiian Falls Garland
Hawaiian Falls Garland is a North Texas waterpark that welcomes families from everywhere!More Options to Beat the Summer Heat:
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2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201
Klyde Warren Park Splash Pad
Time for a FREE and awesome option in the city! Klyde Warren Park features the Children’s Park where you will find fountains, including a caterpillar fountain that turns into a butterfly and shoots water out of its wings, and many fun water features. There’s also a playground, a storytelling tree, a kid-sized amphitheater, and more!2
1801 N Griffin St, Dallas, TX, USA
The Dallas World Aquarium
Nothing better to escape the summer heat than a dark building with AC and tons of marine creatures to feel like you’re somewhere in the ocean! At the Dallas World Aquarium, you will find many amazing exhibits that will teach you a lot about many parts of the planet, an aquarium displaying marine life, and so much more!3
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Enjoy a summer day at this breathtaking place exploring nature and beholding the amazing scenery. There are many activities you can do as well, such as hiking, biking, and more!4
8000 McKinney Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
Hope Park Splash Pad
This natural science museum is, at the same time, a 289-acre wildlife sanctuary that educates children about nature in a natural environment! Kids will love to be in contact with nature as they learn and enjoy it!5
701 Angel Pkwy, Allen, TX 75002
Celebration Park Splash Pad
The awesome splash pad at Celebration Park features shooters, sprinklers, buckets, and more amazing water features! Whatsmore, right next to the splash pad you can find kidMania, an awesome and one of the largest accessible playgrounds in Texas!If you’re looking for more places to beat the summer heat beyond the Dallas city limits, make sure to check out our list of Places to Beat the Summer Heat with Kids in Texas!
