Parks
45 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Lookout Park1.2 mi from downtown
- Foxboro Park1.3 mi from downtown
- Terrace Park1.6 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Richardson
4 kinds of free outings in and around Richardson.
Good days out in Richardson 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.
- Richardson Public Library900 Civic Center Dr
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Lavon Lake14 mi east
- Lewisville Lake19 mi west
- Grapevine Lake20 mi west
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Lavon Lake14 mi east
- Lewisville Lake19 mi west
- Grapevine Lake20 mi west
Get a feel for the city
A WALK AROUND TOWN
Spring Walk in Point North Park
A short walk around Point North Park on a windy spring day. A film shared by made to xplore.
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Richardson from Above
Drone views of UT Dallas, CityLine, Breckinridge Park, Spring Creek Nature Area and more. A film shared by Severance Skies.
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What are free things to do in Richardson?
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 Richardson 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.