The mornings are finally cooler and the patio is usable again. October in North Texas fills up fast, so here are six easy outings for the next two weekends, from a dog festival in Trophy Club to a barn dance in Grapevine.
Trophy Club Pet Fest
Saturday, Oct. 3 | Freedom Dog Park, Trophy Club
Bring your pup for a morning with 30+ local pet vendors, free caricatures of you and your dog, raffle drawings, and adoptable dogs looking for a home. Kids can get airbrush tattoos and balloon animals. Admission is free.
Jurassic Quest
Oct. 2 to 4 | Fort Worth
Life-size dinosaurs, dinosaur rides, fossil digs, and hands-on exhibits. Little dinosaur fans will love it, and grown-ups tend to have fun too.
Goodguys Lone Star Nationals
Oct. 2 to 3 | Texas Motor Speedway
Thousands of hot rods, muscle cars, classics, and custom builds, plus racing, vendors, and car exhibits. Worth the drive even if you just like looking.
Pumpkin Season at NorthPark
Oct. 1 to Nov. 1 | NorthPark Center, Dallas
Pick out a pumpkin, take a few fall photos, and make an afternoon of it. An easy outing with little ones.
Day Out With Thomas
Oct. 9 to 11 | Grapevine Vintage Railroad
Ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine, then stay for photo spots, live entertainment, and train-themed activities. A sweet fall pick for little engineers.
Nash Farm Barn Dance
Friday, Oct. 9, 6:30 to 9 PM | Historic Nash Farm, Grapevine
Live music, dancing, games, a fried chicken supper, and a pie auction. Boots recommended.
Which one makes your list? If you go, send me a photo. And if you know someone new to the area, pass this along so they can find their favorite spots too.
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