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Dallas, Texas
Pacific Plaza Picnic Guide
Free entry Solo Date Family
A peaceful downtown corner with a sculptural open-air pavilion, a lawn, and swings and seesaws sized for kids and grown-ups.
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At a Glance
| Address | 401 N. Harwood St., Dallas, TX 75201 |
|---|---|
| Entry | Free Verified Free downtown park. |
| Hours | Daily, 5 a.m.–11 p.m. (to verify) To verify |
| Picnic Rules | Open-air pavilion and lawn; D Magazine notes no restrooms, drinking fountain available. Verified |
| Pets | Leashed dogs welcome Verified Dallas park rule: dogs must be on a leash. |
| Best For | Solo, Date, Family |
| Shade | Some shade |
| Restrooms | No |
| Playground | Yes |
| Pavilions | Yes |
| Water Views | No |
| Parking | Metered street parking and garages downtown; DART is easiest. |
Local tip: A great after-work picnic — bring takeout from the Arts District.
More Picnic Spots in Dallas
- White Rock Lake Park
- Klyde Warren Park
- Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
- Bachman Lake Park
- Turtle Creek Park
- Reverchon Park
- Kidd Springs Park & Japanese Garden
- Lake Cliff Park
- Cedar Ridge Preserve
- Flag Pole Hill Park
- Griggs Park
- Harwood Park
- Main Street Garden
- Leonhardt Lagoon at Fair Park
- Nasher Sculpture Center garden
Sources
- Downtown Dallas Parks Conservancy — Pacific Plaza — https://downtowndallasparks.org/pacific-plaza/
- D Magazine — The Best Picnic Spots in Dallas — https://www.dmagazine.com/guides/the-best-picnic-spots-in-dallas/
- City of Dallas — City Code §32-6 (dogs in parks must be leashed) (pets) — https://www.dallasparks.org/DocumentCenter/View/743/Dallas-City-Code---Chapter-32
Entry status checked against the official site on Oct 20, 2026. Amenity, shade and parking details are a general guide. Prices and rules change; always confirm with the park before you go.