I love to explore local landmarks, attractions, and festivals! My husband Austin and I might not have our own kids yet, but we are are kids at heart who are constantly chasing fun. Most of our adventures are local to the Dallas area, but I love to add new experiences all over the globe to my collection of memories.
Check out my most recent adventures and leave a comment with your own recommendations! Stay tuned for more local fun by following along on Instagram.
Recent Fun
For a Dreamer of Houses at the Dallas Museum of Art
For the first time in months, Austin and I got out of the house and experienced some culture! We were invited to be special guests at the Dallas Museum of Art’s reopening weekend event and new rotating exhibit. The museum has been closed since early…
Our Jurassic Quest Adventure in Dallas
Since my husband Austin is the editor of Blue Ribbon News in Rockwall, I sometimes get to tag along with him on media day adventures. Last weekend, he was invited to preview Jurassic Quest — a drive thru dinosaur experience touring the United States —…
5 Reasons to Love Punch Bowl Social
A newcomer to Deep Ellum last year, Punch Bowl Social boasts online that they “take funning to a whole new level.” Do they live up to this promise? I say yes. Here’s why you need to visit Punch Bowl Social for your next date night…
How to Throw a Dog Birthday Party
If we’re all being honest, we don’t deserve dogs. They love us unconditionally, greeting us at the door every day with a wagging tail. They lick away our tears when we’re sad, and they jump up to celebrate with us when we’re happy. Have you…
Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta
Every year as summer transitions into fall, the fountain at The Rockwall Harbor transforms into a gigantic bathtub full of rubber ducks. What brings on this puzzling transformation? A fundraiser and a high stakes duck race: The Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta. I grew up in…
The Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivals and Fun in DFW 2019
Fall is my favorite season. And although we don’t get to start wearing warm scarves or watching the leaves change colors for a while here in DFW, we have no shortage of fun fall festivals and events across the metroplex. One of the biggest reasons…
Dallas Museum of Art Murder Mystery Event
Hundreds of amateur detectives gathered in the galleries of the Dallas Museum of Art on a sunny June weekend. The paintings had come to life, and there was a shocking crime to investigate! Being an Agatha Christie fanatic, I knew I had to score tickets…
8 Tips for ICE! at the Gaylord Texan
It’s not just beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Gaylord Texan Resort. It’s an explosion of Christmas cheer in every hallway of this enormous hotel! I’ve always loved to visit the giant Christmas trees, nutcrackers, and holiday lights inside the main courtyard….
The Trains at NorthPark
All aboard the Polar Express! The Trains at NorthPark have officially arrived at their mini stations, and we couldn’t wait to see them for ourselves. This year exhibits included the Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Central Station, The White House, Downtown Dallas, and even the State…
5 Ways to Celebrate Fall at the Blase Family Farm
As the weather finally cools down this October, we are always looking for opportunities to spend time together outside in the crisp autumn air. But finding cheap things to do around DFW can prove challenging. Fortunately for us, we live just a few minutes away…
Top 12 Tips for the State Fair of Texas 2018
Fall has arrived in Dallas, and that doesn’t just mean it’s time for pumpkin carving and candy corn snacking. September also rings in the first day of the State Fair of Texas! I have been going to the State Fair every year since I was…
8 Things to Do in Downtown Grapevine, TX
When DFW residents think of Grapevine, attractions like The Great Wolf Lodge, The Gaylord Texan, or Grapevine Mills Outlet Mall probably come to mind. While we love these places (I’ve spent many hours and dollars in that outlet mall), Grapevine’s local scene has so much…
The Dallas Museum of Art
Are you constantly searching for fun things to do in Dallas like me? During the sweltering summer months, Austin and I like to find activities to do indoors where we are less likely to burn to a crisp (we are very pale people). Usually our…
What to Expect at LeakyCon: A Harry Potter Convention
Anyone who knows us well is aware of our slight Harry Potter obsession. Austin and I had Potter-related wedding cake toppers and spent part of our honeymoon at the Wizarding World Universal theme park in Orlando. Our distinct Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff personalities balance each other…
Craft Beer at Woodcreek Brewing Company
The art of brewing has been around for centuries, but only recently has the craft beer industry really begun to boom. Breweries are popping up all over the place as more and more people turn to alternatives to macrobrews like Budweiser and Miller Lite. We…
Plant & Sip DFW
Although I love the succulent craze going on right now and think the tiny little plants are so cute, I’ve never had much of a green thumb when it comes to planting things or keeping them alive. But after an evening learning from an instructor…
Bastille on Bishop Arts French Festival
Last weekend, we spent some time in one of our favorite areas of Dallas: Bishop Arts District in Oak Cliff. Each year around Bastille Day, local neighborhood organization Go Oak Cliff holds a French festival called Bastille on Bishop with food, wine, games, and live…
NickelRama: Frugal Fun in Dallas
NickleRama: Dallas Fun on a Budget It can be tricky to find fun things to do in Dallas on a budget. But what if you could buy fun for just 5 cents? At NickelRama, you actually can. Here’s what to expect from one of our…
5 Reasons to Love the Half Price Books Flagship Store
Here’s Why the Half Price Books Flagship Store Belongs on Your Book Lover Bucket List Being bibliophiles on a budget, almost all of the books in our home were purchased secondhand from Half Price Books. We are long-time lovers of their excellent selection and terrific…
The Dallas Farmers Market
Everything to Love at the Dallas Farmers Market The Dallas Farmers Market is one of my absolute favorite spots in the city. There is so much to see, and most importantly, so much to eat! It’s kid friendly, dog friendly, and admission is free….
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