During the peak of summer, it can be hard to keep both your four-legged, furry friends and kids entertained. If you need help figuring out plans that are both kid- and dog-friendly, check out these five Dallas-Fort Worth places to explore with your entire family!
Trinity Groves
Located south of Downtown Dallas, Trinity Groves is a growing neighborhood packed with things to do. Trinity Overlook Park offers plenty of walking trails to explore, plus scenic spots to snap a family photo with the downtown skyline as your backdrop. While your pup enjoys a nice stroll, children can play on the outside jungle gyms scattered along the Ronald Kirk Pedestrian Bridge. With dozens of dog-friendly patio restaurants in the neighborhood, there are plenty of options to keep everyone happy!
Bark in the Park
Throw on your baseball gear and get ready to cool off from the blazing Texas heat by watching a baseball game this summer. On August 4, 2026, the Texas Rangers will host Bark at the Park, which is a unique opportunity to bring your furry family member with you to Globe Life Field. Explore the stadium, shop for new game day gear, meet fellow pups and enjoy a hot dog all in one place!
Berkley’s Market
Just taking a brief walk in Uptown to help everyone burn off some energy and needing a pick-me-up? Then make a stop at Berkley’s Market to order an ice-cold latte, let your kids pick out a sweet pastry and watch your dog soak up all the attention from coffee shop visitors. This dog-friendly shop loves showcasing neighborhood pups on its social media pages and even has treats on hand to win their affection.
Staycation at the Kimpton Pittman Hotel
Pack up the family for the weekend and enjoy a staycation in the heart of Dallas at the Kimpton Pittman Hotel. This pet-friendly hotel welcomes all types of animal guests to spend the night, making it a perfect home away from home. The hotel is filled with amenities for kids of all ages, including courtyard games and board games, pack ‘n plays and even complimentary children’s scooter rentals. To ensure your pet is spoiled during their vacation, the hotel provides pet beds, leashes and easy access to a pet sitter through its partnership with Urban Paws.
Cool off by visiting an ice cream shop
End your hot summer day with a cool, sweet treat that even your dog can enjoy! Visit any of the four Tongue in Cheek locations in DFW and explore their homemade ice cream menu. From traditional flavors to more adventurous ones, like peanut butter buckeye brownie, there is no better place to stop by for dessert. Plus, the shop offers paw-shaped popsicles to make sure your pup isn’t left out of the summer fun.
Adopt a shelter pet
Don‘t have a pet to enjoy all of these outdoor activities? Operation Kindness Humane Society has plenty of furry friends looking for new homes. Visit https://operationkindness.org/adopt to view our adoptable pets.
