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Haunted houses, trails to visit near DFW for Halloween 2016

Best Haunted Houses near Dallas and Fort Worth TX

Halloween is almost upon us, which means it’s time to get a good scare. If you’re someone who doesn’t scare easily, you’re probably looking for the Dallas area’s best haunted houses. Luckily, people near Dallas and Fort Worth have plenty of options to choose from within the haunted house arena, including a few haunted trails. If you’re looking for a place to get scared this October, check out your options below. Many of them are just a short jaunt from the heart of Dallas.
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Adult and family friendly Halloween fun in DFW!

2016 Halloween events and parties near Dallas TX

Halloween is one of the DFW’s strong suits. Not only does the Dallas area offer plenty of adult-themed events, but it also has things that the entire family/kids can enjoy! Halloween 2016 is on the horizon, which means it’s time to start planning out the spookiest night of the year. If you’re curious what sorts of events and parties are available for you and yours, keep on reading. We have a list of some of our favorites. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Get ready for Halloween in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)

2016 Trick-or-treat times in Dallas TX

It’s almost October, which means that it’s nearly time to break out the costumes and collect some candy! If you’re into trick-or-treating (or you have kids that are into it), Dallas is a great place to be. There are several places to trick-or-treat in the Dallas area, and there is also a reasonable amount of time that kids can go out after sundown. If you’re curious what this year’s (2016) hours are for trick-or-treating, we have some details. Grab your costumes, your pillowcase (because we all know pillowcases can hold more than the traditional bucket) and head out it your DFW community!
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Get ready for fall in Addison, Fort Worth and beyond!

2016 fall festivals and Oktoberfest events near Dallas, TX

It’s almost that time of year again – the time to dust off your lederhosen! After summer has given way to some cooler temperatures, people from the Dallas area have plenty of opportunities to celebrate. This year (2016) is no exception, as plenty of fall festivals and Oktoberfests will be coming to the DFW region. If you’re in Addison, Fort Worth or elsewhere, be sure to schedule some time for celebration! Read on for a few suggestions on where you can get your fall-fest on! Read the rest of this entry >>

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Looking for the best places to study in DFW?

Coffee shops that are open late and have wifi in Dallas TX

School is about to begin (or it has already), and you’re probably going into it with the best intentions to study your heart out. If that’s the case, you’ll want to know about all the hotspots to study in and around Dallas, TX. There are plenty of coffee shops in the area that are open late and offer customers wifi – does it get any better? Check out our suggestions if you’ve been searching for the perfect space to do your homework and carry out your dreams! Read the rest of this entry >>

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Don’t miss out on DFW’s Labor Day activities!

2016 Labor Day weekend events in Dallas TX

If you’re from the Dallas area, you know that each holiday brings a variety of events and activities to locals. While that may be the case, some people may want to avoid the downtown Dallas crowd. Whether you’re looking to sneak away for some Labor Day 2016 fun or you’re looking to stay in the city, we have some information for you! Read on to learn more about the events and activities you can partake in this Labor Day! DFW has plenty to do. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Top 3 Gardens for picnics and PokeStops in DFW

Best Botanical Gardens to visit near Dallas TX

Now that we’re drawing in the last couple months of summer (and excitedly preparing for the cooler fall months), we’ve been searching around for the best places to take in some of the beauty Dallas, TX has to offer. What’s more beautiful than a Botanical Garden? Because DFW is large, there are plenty of gardens to visit in the area. If you’re curious which ones made the top of our list, read on. We’ve made sure to include the gardens that offer PokeStops for the avid Pokémon players in the area. Read the rest of this entry >>

Best places to catch Pokemon near Dallas TX

Pokémon Go tips for the DFW area!

Best places to catch Pokémon near Dallas TX

If you’ve gone online recently, you’ve probably seen a ridiculous amount of people discussing the all-new Pokémon Go application. If you’re not sure what the game is, or if you’re already an avid player, we have a bit of information for you. Find out what the app is all about and also find out the best places to catch Pokémon near Dallas TX. Read the rest of this entry >>

Celebrate July 4th near Dallas

Plan out your family’s 2016 Independence Day events in DFW

Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Dallas TX

Summer has arrived, which means that it’s time to start making plans for some of the holidays/events the season brings. One of the main events of the summer is Independence Day (4th of July), when nearly the entire country celebrates the birth of our nation! A common way to celebrate is by visiting some local parks and taking in the festivals and fireworks. If you’re curious where to watch the 4th of July fireworks near Dallas TX, look no further. We’ve done our research and we found some pretty stellar area events! Read the rest of this entry >>