Free & Cheap Things to Do in Denton, TX

  • The list below includes 170 free or cheap things to do in or near Denton, Texas, including 95 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, History Museums, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Wiggly Field Dog Park to Ray Roberts Lake State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Denton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Grapevine, Lewisville and Coppell.
  • The list below includes 170 free or cheap things to do in or near Denton, Texas, including 95 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, History Museums, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Wiggly Field Dog Park to Ray Roberts Lake State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Denton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Grapevine, Lewisville and Coppell.
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34.9 Miles
87% 429 votes
Modern Art Museums 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107 MoreLess Info
An architectural gem, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, features five long pavilions set into a reflecting pool. Inside, there are typically 2,600 pieces of art on display, including works by Picasso, Warhol, and Pollock.
35.0 Miles
97% 430 votes
Art Museum 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107 MoreLess Info
Known as much for its architecture as the art it displays, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, has grown to become one of the nations largest repositories of American art. The highlights include the vast collection of works by Remington, Russell, and American Photography.
35.1 Miles
89% 4582 votes
Science Museums 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas, TX 75201 MoreLess Info
Opening in 2012, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, is predicated on discovery through hands-on, interactive, exhibits. The children's museum is a family favorite while exhibits exploring weather phenomena and prehistoric times are fun for all.
35.1 Miles
92% 1451 votes
Parks 1909 Woodall Rodgers, Dallas, TX MoreLess Info
The Klyde Warren Park offers young visitors access to a variety of playground equipment and water park fixtures. The site also contains a putting green and table tennis equipment for guests of all ages to enjoy.
35.1 Miles
81% 32 votes
Movie Theaters 100 Coneflower Drive, Garland, TX 75040 MoreLess Info
An 18-screen movie theater with an IMAX auditorium, AMC Firewheel 18 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. It offers stadium seating, a bar with adult beverages, theater rentals and a concession area.
35.2 Miles
86% 793 votes
Sculpture Parks 2001 Flora St., Dallas, TX 75201 MoreLess Info
Featuring a collection of more than 300 sculptures from the world's best known sculptors, the Nasher Sculpture Center is a must-visit site for art lovers. Stroll through the outdoor sculpture gardens and the interior exhibits of Matisse, Picasso, and more.
35.2 Miles
90% 125 votes
Arts Centers Flora Street, Dallas, TX 75201 MoreLess Info
Holding the title of being the largest urban arts district in the world, the Dallas Arts District features the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Garden. This site also features the AT&T Performing Arts Center and a small park.
35.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 3046 Lavon Dr, Suite 145, Garland, TX 75040 MoreLess Info
Painting with a Twist invites visitors to bring their own beverage of choice as they create works of art under the instruction of a professional artist. Classes can be scheduled for two or three hours, depending on the painting.
35.3 Miles
89% 1459 votes
Art Museum 1717 North Harwood, Dallas, TX 75201 MoreLess Info
Located within a 370,000 square foot building, the Dallas Museum of Art, is ranked as one of the leading art institutions in the country and features a collection of 22,000 works of art. The museum displays art from all cultures and eras, spanning the present to 5,000 years ago.
35.3 Miles
84% 3379 votes
Aquariums 1801 North Griffin Street, Dallas, TX 75202 MoreLess Info
Animal lovers, young and old, will be delighted with the Dallas World Aquarium. Your visit begins in a rainforest exhibit and continues through habitats created for animals and marine life from around the world.
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