Parks
33 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Treeline Park0.7 mi from downtown
- Clifford E. "Bill" Hall Park0.9 mi from downtown
- Harold K Bessire Park0.9 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Carrollton
4 kinds of free outings in and around Carrollton.
Good days out in Carrollton don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Carrollton Public Library1700 Keller Springs Rd
- Carrollton Public Library @ Hebron And Josey4220 N Josey Ln
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Grapevine Lake9 mi west
- Lewisville Lake9 mi northwest
- Hickory Creek (TX)11 mi northwest
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Grapevine Lake9 mi west
- Lewisville Lake9 mi northwest
- Lavon Lake24 mi east
Get a feel for the city
THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Korean festival in Carrollton's Koreatown
Food stalls and crowds at a Korean festival in Koreatown Carrollton. A Short shared by Carrollton City Limits.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Downtown Carrollton
A quick look around downtown Carrollton and its painted water tower. A Short shared by Texas Family.
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What are free things to do in Carrollton?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Carrollton this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.