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Family Night at Klyde Warren Park with the YMCA
Have the Park all to yourself—join us for YMCA Family Night!
For one unforgettable night, Klyde Warren Park becomes your private playground! This exclusive, fenced-in event is designed for families with kids, offering full access to the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn and the Sheila and Jody Grant Children’s Park—plus an evening packed with music, activities and hands-on fun in a safe and welcoming space. Proceeds from the event help support Klyde Warren Park’s free programming and the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ community initiatives, benefiting families across the region. Your kids won’t forget this night!
Tickets Include:
Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party – A family-friendly DJ, glow-in-the-dark bubbles and non-stop music!
Glow-in-the-Dark Photo Op – Snap a pic with a giant six-foot glowing display!
Work/Shop Art Studio – Hands-on art projects and creative workshops.
Interactive STEM Activities – Learn from experts at The Perot Museum, Frontier Flight Museum and more!
Storytime Stretch with Yena – A perfect mix of movement and mindfulness.
VR Games & Tech Fun – Courtesy of the YMCA Tech Truck and Rec Hub.
Classic Park Games – Play Jenga, Connect Four and Cornhole.
Exclusive Access to The Children’s Park – Enjoy it all to yourself!
Dinner by Raising Cane’s + Snacks & Drinks from Kroger
…and so much more!
Have questions? Check out our FAQs!
Santa Saturday | Generously Underwritten by Nancy and Randy Best
Generously underwritten by Nancy and Randy Best
Celebrate the holiday season with a magical photo opportunity! Join us for Santa Saturday in the Park, where families, friends, and pets can snap a festive picture with the one and only Mr. Claus. Bring your holiday cheer and capture memories that will last a lifetime!
Parking information can be found here.
Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Chanukah at Klyde Warren Park: Dallas’s biggest Jewish celebration, presented by the Intown Chabad. Live with Zusha, dancing, joy, and the legendary Pink Menorah lighting!
On December 18, Klyde Warren Park becomes the center of Jewish pride in Dallas. Our annual Chanukah celebration is the largest in the city — a night where over 1,000 will come together to sing, dance, and share our light with the entire community.
This year we’re taking it to the next level. We’re flying in the legends - Zusha!
Internationally acclaimed neo-Hasidic band known for their soulful melodies, powerful harmonies, and the kind of energy that lifts an entire crowd off the ground. Their music brings heart, depth, and pure joy to the night.
Expect an unforgettable celebration filled with live music, dancing, and all the Chanukah favorites — sizzling latkes, fresh donuts, and the warmth of community everywhere you turn. And of course, we’ll crown the evening by lighting the legendary Pink Menorah, shining bright as a symbol of unity and Jewish pride in the heart of Dallas.
More information available here.
Parking information available here.
CANCELLED: Piano in the Park
This event has been cancelled due to cold weather. We hope to see you in the Park soon!
Looking for somewhere to play some tunes? Take a seat at the Park's green piano and play some music while showing off your talents!
Free and open to the public. First come first serve.
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CANCELLED: Paint Party with The Little Art Bus
This event has been cancelled due to cold weather. We hope to see you in the Park soon!
Artists can hop on the bus at any time during the festivities and put their creative energy to work by making the perfect masterpiece. The Little Art Bus supplies all the materials along with support from a Little Art Bus team member. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!
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iDanz M.O.M. Crew Performance
Please join us in cheering on the dancers from iDANZ Performing Arts Studio and the M.O.M. crew!
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Santa Paws | Generously Underwritten by Nancy and Randy Best
Santa Paws is coming to town! Bring your pup and join us for pictures with Santa and some goodies!
Event highlights include:
Live music by Gracen Wynn
Special discount at Salty Donut
Photos with Santa for your furry friends
Vendor market to shop for the perfect holiday gifts for your pets
Special gift giveaway for all attendees provided by Raising Cane’s
This event is generously underwritten by Nancy and Randy Best.
Parking information can be found here.
Build Your City! with AD EX
Join AD EX in Klyde Warren Park to experience architecture hands-on and “Build Your City” from the ground up. You’ll be given your own plot of “land” to build on. What kind of building will you design and create? What materials will you use? How does it fit into your neighborhood? As you construct buildings, parks, and bridges, you’ll learn how a city comes together and what makes them great.
This free come-and-go activity is fun for all ages. Stay for a minute or a while!
Follow AD EX at:
https://www.dallasadex.org/
https://www.facebook.com/DallasADEX/
https://www.instagram.com/dallasadex
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St. Michael’s Holiday Farmer's Market
The Saint Michael’s Farmers Market, an all-edible, award-winning, non-profit market is popping up at Klyde Warren Park for our Holiday Market!
We’ll have over 30 of your favorite local food artisans plus live festive music, The Street Dog Project, and Santa Paws. Bring the whole family, including your four legged friends, and pick up delicious foods for your holiday table and to give to friends!
Parking information can be found here.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: McKenzie Brown
Join us for a relaxing outdoor concert series from the Dallas Music Office. Enjoy a free live performance by talented local artist Will Fitzgerald. Whether you're discovering new favorites or supporting longtime local legends, it’s the perfect way to spend some time in the Park!
Music in the Park is presented by PNC Bank. Thank you to our partner, The Dallas Music Office, for making this excellent experience possible for the rest of 2025.
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Date Night with the Creative Arts Center
Join the Creative Arts Center for a night of creating art and creating sparks!
Artists VET and Cindi Ingram will lead workshops on how to create windcatchers and gelli prints, respectively.
This program is part of Date Night in the Park, presented by Match.
Parking information can be found here.
Stargazing with Cosmic Tours
Due to cloud coverage, this event will now take place on December 12. We look forward to stargazing with you soon!
Join Cosmic Tours at Klyde Warren park to view the Texas night sky! Dallas is one of the biggest cities in Texas but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the cosmos. We will provide telescopes for your viewing pleasure and guide you through the constellations, planets, and much more.
Parking information can be found here.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: Will Fitzgerald
Join us for a relaxing outdoor concert series from the Dallas Music Office. Enjoy a free live performance by talented local artist Will Fitzgerald. Whether you're discovering new favorites or supporting longtime local legends, it’s the perfect way to spend some time in the Park!
Music in the Park is presented by PNC Bank. Thank you to our partner, The Dallas Music Office, for making this excellent experience possible for the rest of 2025.
Click here for parking information.
Hanukkah in the Park
Join Temple Emanu-El Choir and cantors Vicky Glikin, Leslie Niren and Hallie Weiner as they bring Hanukkah to life with a joyful performance in the heart of Dallas. You’ll enjoy music celebrating the Jewish Festival of Lights, from classics to modern melodies.
Parking information can be found here.
Chess Lessons with Texas Chess Center
Texas Chess Center is excited to partner with Klyde Warren Park to bring a focused 20-minute lesson on chess strategies, techniques, or specific aspects of the game, followed by an open play session where they can practice what they've learned, play against others, and enjoy the game in a relaxed environment. It is designed for chess enthusiasts of all levels, offering a blend of structured learning and casual play.
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The Boho Holiday Market
Get into the holiday spirit with Boho Market: a day of shopping, music, and cheer in the heart of the Park. Explore a curated selection of local and artisan vendors offering unique, handcrafted goods, perfect for finding that special gift. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, support small businesses, and make this holiday season truly memorable.
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Frozen | Movies in the Park | Presented by Laura and Lloyd Pierson in honor of Scott K. Ginsburg
Join us for a free showing of Frozen, presented by Laura and Lloyd Pierson in honor of Scott K. Ginsburg.
Part of our Signature Event: Tree Lighting Celebration Presented by Energy Transfer
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Tree Lighting Celebration Presented by Energy Transfer
A festive day of activities and entertainment, photos with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, face painting, crafts, games and a special show at the Nancy Best Fountain! The day celebrates the holidays with a performance of The Nutcracker, music by DJ Richy Smart, a visit from Santa’s friends Frosty and Rudolph and Klyde Warren Park’s annual lighting of the Mayor’s Tree.
Learn more here.
Parking information can be found here.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: Will Fitzgerald
Join us for a relaxing outdoor concert series from the Dallas Music Office. Enjoy a free live performance by talented local artist Will Fitzgerald. Whether you're discovering new favorites or supporting longtime local legends, it’s the perfect way to spend some time in the Park!
Music in the Park is presented by PNC Bank. Thank you to our partner, The Dallas Music Office, for making this excellent experience possible for the rest of 2025.
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Story Time in the Park with the Dallas Public Library
Join the Dallas Public Library for Story Time in the Park.
Parking information can be found here.
The Visiting Nurse Association's Power of Pie Fundraising Event
Power of Pie, the Visiting Nurse Association’s most beloved and most delicious event, is back! With 100% of the proceeds benefitting the organization, this grass roots event has raised over a half a million dollars since its inception. The idea of Power of Pie was born of the idea that pie is a truly special thing. It stands out amongst practically all other foodstuffs as a symbol of comfort, home, and family.
Supporting The Seniors VNA Serves
Every pumpkin and pecan pie and pumpkin bread you purchase helps us bring warmth, nutrition, and care to homebound seniors throughout North Texas. VNA delivers more than meals — we deliver comfort, independence, and a sense of community.
The last day to order is November 21, so be sure to secure your treats today!
Piano in the Park
Looking for somewhere to play some tunes? Take a seat at the Park's green piano and play some music while showing off your talents!
Free and open to the public. First come first serve.
Click here for parking information.
Teen Market with work/shop Art Studio
The Dallas Teen Artist Market is a local art fair featuring young artists ages 14-18 from across the metroplex, selling everything from prints and stickers to handmade jewelry and ceramics. Planned in partnership with a Student Planning Committee, the Teen Artist Market is a platform for up-and-coming artists and creative leaders to share their talents with our community.
The Teen Artist Market is a program of work/shop, a nonprofit art studio in Dallas empowering the creative vision of young artists. Learn more about the featured artists of this year’s market and our work at www.workshopdtx.com!
Aerospace Activities with the Flight Museum
What challenges need to be overcome for a rover to drive on the surface of the Moon? Learn all about them with the Frontiers of Flight Museum.
Students will drive a rover, overcoming obstacles, gathering the payload, and then returning to the starting point.
Perot Museum TECH Truck
The Perot Museum’s TECH Truck is rolling into town, bringing a world of hands-on discovery right to our favorite park! This mobile hub of creativity and exploration is on a mission to spark excitement for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) among kids and families in our community.
Join us for a day filled with fun activities that ignite imagination and inspire young minds. Whether you're building, experimenting, or crafting, the TECH Truck has something for everyone. It’s not just about learning; it’s about creating unforgettable memories together!
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Faith & Grief Memorial Arch
Faith & Grief announces the 10th anniversary of the Memorial Arch, a community ritual of remembrance and comfort in Dallas’ Klyde Warren Park. Open from November 22 – December 14, 2025, the Memorial Arch invites the community to honor loved ones by writing their names on ribbons and tying them to the Arch as a visible symbol of love remembered.
Since its beginning, the Memorial Arch has become a place of reflection and hope during the holiday season. Born out of tragedy in 2016, when five first responders were killed in Dallas, the Arch has welcomed thousands each year. To date, more than 40,000 ribbons have been placed in remembrance.
Each year, the Arch highlights a community of grievers whose pain often goes unrecognized. In 2025, the Arch will bring awareness to the grief experienced by veterans and their families, honoring their sacrifices and acknowledging their ongoing journey through loss.
After the close of each season, ribbons from the Arch are preserved through the River of Time art installation, ensuring these sacred expressions of grief and love are remembered for years to come.
Faith & Grief invites all to participate in this decade milestone of comfort, remembrance, and hope.
For more information, visit: faithandgrief.org/arch
Special Events at the Memorial Arch:
Multi-Faith Opening Ceremony
Sunday, November 23 at 2:00 p.m.
We open the Memorial Arch with a multi-faith ceremony open to everyone.
Veterans & Families Day
Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m.
Hosted by FOX 4’s Clarice Tinsley, with guest speaker Navy Admiral Patrick Walsh (Ret.), this special event honors veterans, active-duty military, and their families.
Dallas Sounds Amplified: MKN Coffee
Join us for a relaxing outdoor concert series from the Dallas Music Office. Enjoy a free live performance by talented local artist MKN Coffee. Whether you're discovering new favorites or supporting longtime local legends, it’s the perfect way to spend some time in the Park!
Music in the Park is presented by PNC Bank. Thank you to our partner, The Dallas Music Office, for making this excellent experience possible for the rest of 2025.
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Dallas Sounds Amplified: Leslie Austin
Join us for a relaxing outdoor concert series from the Dallas Music Office. Enjoy a free live performance by talented local artist Leslie Austin. Whether you're discovering new favorites or supporting longtime local legends, it’s the perfect way to spend some time in the Park!
Music in the Park is presented by PNC Bank. Thank you to our partner, The Dallas Music Office, for making this excellent experience possible for the rest of 2025.
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KidLinks Therapeutic Music & Movement
Connect with your little ones through music and join KidLinks for our Summer 2025 Therapeutic Music & Movement series! Move and groove along with Therapeutic Music Entertainer and Board-Certified Music Therapist, Maria Beltran, as she sings classic KidLinks songs (which are all vetted by early childhood professionals)! Small rhythm instruments will be available for use during the group sessions. This is a FREE community event series suitable for kids ages 2-6 and pre-registration is recommended. Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions (Thursdays from June 5-August 28, 2025)!
Space is limited to 15 children. Attend 1, 2, or all of the weekly sessions! Sign up HERE!
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Datey x Klyde Warren Park
Join Datey for their final single’s event of November at the Park!
⏰ 6 - 9pm
🍾 Free Avenue 8 canned cocktail for the first 100 guests
🍹 Mi Cocina Mambo Lounge serving $12 Mambos
🍔 Food trucks
🧩 Fun games
🎸 Live music by Gracen Wynn
🚗 Parking at Plaza of Americas Garage for $6 or Ride Share (Drop off or pick up on N. Harwood St between the Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center)
Tickets are $5 and available here.
Parking information can be found here.