Parks, gardens, and outdoor admissions. 5 sources, linked on each listing. Newest verification Oct 18, 2026.
Dallas · Klyde Warren Park · 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas, TX 75201 · Entertainment
Free park programs like storytime with Dallas Public Library, running club, chess and piano lessons, kids' music and live performances.
When: Most days; see calendar
Source: Klyde Warren ParkLast verified:
Dallas · Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden · 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218 · Entertainment
$3 daytime admission for guests with SNAP benefits through Museums for All. Bring your EBT card and ID.
When: Daytime hours
Source: Dallas ArboretumLast verified:
Statewide (Texas) · Texas Parks & Wildlife · Texas state parks · Parks & Outdoors
Qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members may get a free Texas Parklands Passport, which reduces or waives state park entry fees. Pick it up at any state park with proof of eligibility.
When: Ongoing
Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife DepartmentLast verified:
Statewide (Texas) · Texas Parks & Wildlife · Texas state parks · Parks & Outdoors
The $70 Texas State Parks Pass gives you and your guests unlimited free entry to 88 state parks for a year, plus camping and store discounts. A second pass for someone at the same address is $25. Park capacity limits still apply.
When: Ongoing
Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife DepartmentLast verified:
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Nationwide · National Park Service · All NPS sites that charge an entrance fee · Entertainment
Entrance fees are waived at fee-charging national parks. Starting in 2026, free days apply to US citizens and residents only.
When: Oct 27 (Theodore Roosevelt's birthday) and Nov 11 (Veterans Day), 2026
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · Every Kid Outdoors (federal lands) · Online · Kids & Family
U.S. 4th graders can get a free pass for themselves and their families to national parks and other federal lands and waters. Get the pass on the Every Kid Outdoors site; educators can get passes for their classes.
When: Ongoing
Source: Every Kid OutdoorsLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
U.S. citizens and residents with a permanent disability can get a free lifetime Access Pass covering entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Documentation and photo ID are required.
When: Ongoing
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
Current U.S. military members and dependents get a free annual America the Beautiful pass. Veterans and Gold Star families get a free lifetime pass. It covers entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Pick it up at a federal recreation site; photo ID is required.
When: Ongoing
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
U.S. citizens and residents 62+ can buy a lifetime Senior Pass for $80 or an annual pass for $20, covering entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Buy in person at 1,000+ sites or online through USGS. ID required; non-refundable.
When: Ongoing
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified: