A family friendly festival!
POWERED BY MESSTIVAL, RUN BY KIDS!
Join us for MESSTIVAL – A joyful entertainment and activation powered weekend of music, magic and creativity with live performances, games, characters alongside local youth talent, creating the family event of the year.
Music, Magic & Messy Fun Is Taking Over Dallas!
Get ready for the most exciting family-friendly festival to hit the AT&T Discovery District Downtown Dallas this September!
📍 Location: AT&T Discovery District, Downtown Dallas
📅 Dates: September 27–28, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily
Perfect for families with kids 0–15 and anyone who loves live music, creativity, and community vibes!
This two-day celebration starts on Saturday, and transforms downtown Dallas into a colorful wonderland filled with interactive zones, live performances, immersive art, and hands-on activities. On Sunday, Hispanic and American tribute acts take the main stage for an unforgettable line-up of live music!
Enjoy our huge outdoor festival and 3 magical indoor arenas!
Powered by DFWChild & friends!
Two days of non stop performances from amazing artists and local talented children from ISDs across DFW and local fine arts schools. With a huge surprise each day, this will be a festival youll never forget!
Powered by Crayola Experience Plano & Abrakadoodle
An indoor experience “Where Candy Meets Color” with Live Acts, Roaming Characters, DJs, Candy Stalls, a Chocolate Factory, Candle-Making Activation, Games, Candy Land and performances from local arts schools.
Powered by Kidokinetics, Perot Museum & FGII Fine Arts Productions
Where imagination meets sporting, art and educational games with interaction supporting your child's growth with a fun and exciting vibe. including: Mascots, Local Sports Heroes, Prizes and DJs.
Powered by Bare Dermatology
Enjoy VIP treatment with access to a private lounge, balcony stage views, complimentary photo shoots, family caricatures, gifts, food, valet parking and exclusive festival swag. All designed to make your day extra special.
A family festival weekend of music, magic, and messy fun!
From local kid talent and tribute bands to epic inflatables and surprise characters, here’s what’s happening so you can plan your weekend and not miss a moment!
CHILD TICKETS:
$15
- Access to the main stage performances, 2 magical indoor arenas, all rides and activations, all vendors and food and drink stations.
- Limited availability
ADULT TICKETS:
$20
- Access to the main stage performances, 2 magical indoor arenas, all rides and activations, all vendors and food and drink stations.
- Limited availability
VIP TICKETS HERE
Starting at
$49
- Enjoy VIP treatment with access to a private lounge, balcony stage views, complimentary photo shoots, caricatures, food, valet parking and more.
- Limited availability
Built by Kids, For Kids
Meet the CKOs
(Chief Kid Officers)
Daniel, 6
Harley, 5
Alex, 3
