Last Minute and DIY Halloween Costumes

Kid-Friendly DIY Halloween Costumes

Looking for last minute costume ideas that are also DIY?

If you’re looking for fun and creative DIY Halloween costume ideas you can easily make at home with minimal supplies, here’s a quick roundup of five simple ideas that are stress-free and super fun.

1. Classic Ghost Halloween Costume

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Pumpkin Patches & Fall Festivals in DFW / Surrounding Areas

Pumpkins Patches and Fall Festivals in DFW & Surrounding Areas (2026)

Spend quality time with your family at one of the many local pumpkin patches and fall events in and around DFW that offer an array of family friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for the perfect pumpkin, a corn maze adventure, a hay ride or just cute fall photo ops, here are some of the best pumpkin patches and fall festivals Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding areas this season. We’ll be updating this list so thanks for visiting North Texas Kids!

DIY Valentine Ideas

DIY Valentines

Handmade Valentines are so special! Often times, they are less costly than buying pre-made sentiments and are a fun way to let someone know you care. Need some ideas? We’ve got both candy and non-candy ideas for Valentines – check them out! These make great classroom Valentines too!

Lolly Pop Flower Hearts

Celebrating the World of Harry Potter

Harry Potter the Exhibition - Hogwarts Hhouse

Tickets on Sale Now – Opens in Dallas on October 24, 2025

Opens October 24

Get ready for a spellbinding experience as Harry Potter™: The Exhibition – the most comprehensive touring exhibition ever presented on the expanded world of Harry Potter – is coming to Dallas at Pepper Square beginning October 24, 2025. Tickets for the all-new behind-the-scenes and interactive experience go on sale September 10, 2025 at 10 a.m. at dallas.harrypotterexhibition.com.

Sunday Funday: Kid Friendly Activities, Family Cosplay, Celebrities, Comics, Pop Culture, Shopping

FAMILY FUN TAKES CENTER STAGE AT FAN EXPO DALLAS ON SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2025

A Full Day of Star-Studded Panels, Epic Cosplay, Kid-Friendly Programming, and One-of-a-Kind Experiences

Sunday, June 1, 2025, at FAN EXPO Dallas is bursting with can’t-miss fun for families, fandoms, and pop culture lovers of all ages. From Hollywood headliners and beloved voice actors to hands-on kids’ activities and exclusive collectibles, the weekend finale promises wall-to-wall excitement.

Celebrity Spotlights & Iconic Reunions

Thanksgiving Craft for Kids: A Gratitude Tree

Thanksgiving Craft for Kids: A Gratitude Tree

 

A gratitude tree is the perfect way to express what you are thankful for. Have the kids help by cutting out the leaves. You can either use a picture of a tree like shown below or use some branches and make a small tree with them.