5 Reasons To Visit DFW For Spring Break
Freezing in February gave North Texans a lot of time to ponder the fun in store for spring break 2015. Whether you are a visitor or a staycationer, the need for entertainment has not been lost on DFW attractions and venues. Although most of these sites are open year-round, they have extra special spring break activities planned and waiting for your visit.
Dallas Arts District Spring Break Kickoff
Harwood and Flora Streets
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 744-6642
www.thedallasartsdistrict.orgFor the first time, the Dallas Arts District will be debuting spring break with a daytime block party to kick off the full seven days of joy. On Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the streets of the Dallas Arts Districts will clogged with the traffic of eager pedestrians instead of cars, ready to participate in scavenger hunts, art demonstrations and tours given by the city's most prestigious and popular art venues such as the Crow Collection of Asian Art, Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center, in collaboration with Klyde Warren Park.
Harwood and Flora Streets
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 744-6642
www.thedallasartsdistrict.orgFor the first time, the Dallas Arts District will be debuting spring break with a daytime block party to kick off the full seven days of joy. On Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the streets of the Dallas Arts Districts will clogged with the traffic of eager pedestrians instead of cars, ready to participate in scavenger hunts, art demonstrations and tours given by the city's most prestigious and popular art venues such as the Crow Collection of Asian Art, Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center, in collaboration with Klyde Warren Park.
Dallas Blooms At The Arboretum
8525 Garland Rd
Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 515-6615
www.dallasarboretum.orgThe Arboretum is at its peak in the spring, having proven year after year to produce a spectacular palette of colors that enchant and enrich. Starting February 28 and lasting until April 12, the Arboretum puts on one of its best natural shows, Dallas Blooms. Featuring over 500,000 bulbs in full bloom, including hyacinths, violas, tulips and daffodils, this three-decade tradition is known as the largest floral festival in the entire Southwest. If there is anywhere one can witness the beauty of springtime, it is at the Dallas Arboretum. For a few dollars more than standard admission, you can also enter the Rory Myers Children's Garden. This garden also allows the entrance of food and drink, making for an ideal picnic retreat.
8525 Garland Rd
Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 515-6615
www.dallasarboretum.orgThe Arboretum is at its peak in the spring, having proven year after year to produce a spectacular palette of colors that enchant and enrich. Starting February 28 and lasting until April 12, the Arboretum puts on one of its best natural shows, Dallas Blooms. Featuring over 500,000 bulbs in full bloom, including hyacinths, violas, tulips and daffodils, this three-decade tradition is known as the largest floral festival in the entire Southwest. If there is anywhere one can witness the beauty of springtime, it is at the Dallas Arboretum. For a few dollars more than standard admission, you can also enter the Rory Myers Children's Garden. This garden also allows the entrance of food and drink, making for an ideal picnic retreat.
Fort Worth Stockyards
130 E. Exchange Avenue
Fort Worth Texas 76164
(817) 625-9715
www.fortworthstockyards.orgAt the Fort Worth Stockyards, there's always plenty of Western-style fun to be had. Family-friendly enjoyment abounds throughout the week including petting zoos, carriage rides and pony rides, as well as witnessing live cattle drives in action along the area's main, brick-paved avenue. Good food, nostalgic views and discovery await at the Stockyards during spring break.
130 E. Exchange Avenue
Fort Worth Texas 76164
(817) 625-9715
www.fortworthstockyards.orgAt the Fort Worth Stockyards, there's always plenty of Western-style fun to be had. Family-friendly enjoyment abounds throughout the week including petting zoos, carriage rides and pony rides, as well as witnessing live cattle drives in action along the area's main, brick-paved avenue. Good food, nostalgic views and discovery await at the Stockyards during spring break.
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
9000 Blue Mound Road
Fort Worth TX 76131
(817) 231-4000
www.moneyfactory.govTuesday, March 10 through Friday, March 13, the Fort Worth Bureau of Engraving and Printing, in addition to hosting its regular tours, is giving up-close looks at how billions of dollars are made, and will be offering free activities. On the agenda are Intaglio printing demonstrations and techniques, and designing your own currency sessions. You don't have to be rich to be surrounded by money this spring break.
9000 Blue Mound Road
Fort Worth TX 76131
(817) 231-4000
www.moneyfactory.govTuesday, March 10 through Friday, March 13, the Fort Worth Bureau of Engraving and Printing, in addition to hosting its regular tours, is giving up-close looks at how billions of dollars are made, and will be offering free activities. On the agenda are Intaglio printing demonstrations and techniques, and designing your own currency sessions. You don't have to be rich to be surrounded by money this spring break.
Dallas Love Project
411 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 747-6660
www.dallasloveproject.orgThe Sixth Floor Museum is famous for the permanent exhibits regarding the assassination of John F. Kennedy on its sixth floor. However, also open to the public is the seventh floor of the museum. It's currently housing a very unique exhibit and project through March 11, called the Dallas Love Project. Begun during the 50th anniversary of the assassination, the city felt that it needed to demonstrate the great love within our reach and provide a fresh start from the tragedy. The city was slowly pampered in art and love. Still on view in a few locations, the Dallas Love Project can be viewed at the JFK Museum's seventh floor until halfway through spring break.
411 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 747-6660
www.dallasloveproject.orgThe Sixth Floor Museum is famous for the permanent exhibits regarding the assassination of John F. Kennedy on its sixth floor. However, also open to the public is the seventh floor of the museum. It's currently housing a very unique exhibit and project through March 11, called the Dallas Love Project. Begun during the 50th anniversary of the assassination, the city felt that it needed to demonstrate the great love within our reach and provide a fresh start from the tragedy. The city was slowly pampered in art and love. Still on view in a few locations, the Dallas Love Project can be viewed at the JFK Museum's seventh floor until halfway through spring break.
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Kena Sosa is a freelance writer in Dallas. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.
