Dallas · Dallas County, TX
Things to do this weekend in Dallas
Scout analyzed 205 Dallas places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.
Places analyzed
205
Matches
24
Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
2 hr
Best neighborhoods for this weekend
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
West End
3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails
This spot is suitable for an evening meal with cocktails, potentially followed by other West End activities. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for food and drinks, with a visit lasting around 1.5 hours.
Deep Ellum
Terry Black's Barbecue
Terry Black's is suitable for a casual meal with family or friends, typically lasting about an hour, and costing around $25-45 per person for pit-smoked meats and sides.
Oak Cliff
Hola Cafe Dallas
Hola Cafe is a chic spot for a quick coffee and pastry, perfect for a solo stop or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-$15 per person.
Outdoors
Vitruvian Park
Vitruvian Park is suitable for a free outdoor stroll or a casual family outing, often paired with a meal in the surrounding area. Expect to spend 1-2 hours walking the trails, especially on a nice weekend day.
Lake Highlands
White Rock Coffee
White Rock Coffee is ideal for a casual coffee stop, a quick breakfast, or light lunch. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person for a drink and pastry or sandwich.
Dallas Downtown Historic District
Crown Block Dallas
Crown Block is a high-end steakhouse at Reunion Tower, best suited for special occasion dinners with scenic views. Expect a 1.5-2 hour visit and a significant per-person spend, likely over $100.
Design District
Monkey Bar on 9
This is a standard bar for a casual evening drink or two. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $20-50 per person on drinks.
Park Cities
Prather Park
Prather Park is a small, free outdoor space suitable for a relaxing stroll or a quiet break, ideal for a solo adventure or a quick family outing that costs nothing. It can be paired with a coffee run or a meal nearby.
Bishop Arts District
Written by the Seasons
Written by the Seasons is a good choice for a dinner out, potentially a date or celebration. Expect to spend $50-120 per person for an hour and a half meal, likely requiring a reservation.
Food & Drink
Meridian
Meridian is an upscale restaurant suitable for a celebratory dinner or romantic evening, offering a seasonal menu and patio dining. Expect a visit of around two hours and a per-person cost of $75-$150.
Bishop Arts District
Stock & Barrel
Stock & Barrel is a solid choice for a casual dinner or weekend brunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person for a meal and drinks.
Turtle Creek
The Mansion Restaurant
The Mansion Restaurant is suitable for an upscale dinner, often paired with cocktails, lasting around two hours. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person for an elegant New American meal.
Cedars
Opening Bell Coffee
Opening Bell Coffee is a relaxed spot for a solo coffee break, light meal, or to catch some live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-25 per person for food and drink.
Lake Cliff Historic District
Lake Cliff Park
Lake Cliff Park is good for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, such as a walk around the lake or playing sports. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, potentially paired with a picnic or other nearby attractions.
Vickery Meadow
Topgolf Dallas
Topgolf is a high-tech driving range experience with food and drinks, suitable for a casual group outing lasting 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $40-80 per person for an hour or two of golf, plus food and drinks.
Design District
Dallas Contemporary
Visit for an hour or two to see modern art installations; it's often free or low cost. This can be a good stop during a Design District outing, or before/after lunch nearby.
West End
Museum of Illusions
This interactive museum offers an hour or so of playful optical illusions and photo opportunities, costing about $25 per person. It pairs well with lunch or dinner in the surrounding area.
Arts District
Nasher Sculpture Center
The Nasher Sculpture Center is good for a 1.5-hour visit, offering both indoor galleries and an outdoor sculpture garden. It pairs well with other Arts District attractions and costs about $10-$15 per person.
Design District
The Echo Lounge & Music Hall
The Echo Lounge is a good spot for an evening of live music, typically paired with drinks. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs varying based on the show and drinks.
North Dallas
Museum of Biblical Art National Center for Jewish Art Museum of Holocaust Art - 3 Museums in 1 Location!
This museum offers a quiet and educational indoor experience, ideal for a solo visit or with older family members, lasting around two hours and costing about $10-25 per person. It can be paired with a nearby park visit or a quiet meal.
Lower Greenville
Rye
Rye is a restaurant suitable for an evening meal with friends or a date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-75 per person for food and drinks.
Outdoors
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
The Dallas Arboretum is a large outdoor garden perfect for a several-hour family or date outing, with varied exhibits and plenty of walking. Expect to spend $16-$30 per person for entry and perhaps some refreshments.
Kessler
Stevens Park Golf Course
Spend a few hours playing a round of golf, often paired with a meal afterwards at the club or a nearby restaurant. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for greens fees, and reservations are often recommended, especially on weekends.
City Center District
Kitchen + Kocktails
Kitchen + Kocktails is a good spot for a dinner or brunch outing, offering comfort food and cocktails in a lively atmosphere. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $50-$100 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 205 analyzed Dallas places fit this weekend.
- 38% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 45% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Adventurous, Educational.
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