A City That Keeps Growing Its Options
The Colony has quietly become one of the more interesting cities on the north side of the Metroplex, with a mix of outdoor recreation along Lewisville Lake and a concentrated entertainment corridor that draws visitors from across DFW. Whether you live here full-time or are showing out-of-town guests around, there is more to work with than most people realize.
Grandscape: The Anchor for Most Evenings Out
Grandscape is the 400-acre mixed-use development that reshaped what The Colony looks like to the rest of DFW. It anchors around Nebraska Furniture Mart — the largest single shopping destination for furniture, flooring, appliances, and electronics in the country — but the district extends well beyond retail into restaurants, a resort hotel, a spa, and an outdoor amphitheater. Most of the individual venues below sit within or directly adjacent to Grandscape, so it is worth understanding the layout before your first visit.
Unique Entertainment Experiences
Cosm Dallas is unlike anything else in North Texas. Inside a custom 87-foot, 12K-plus LED dome, Cosm presents what it calls Shared Reality — immersive experiences that range from live sports broadcasts to original productions like Orbital, Liquidverse, and O by Cirque du Soleil. The two-story venue also includes The Hall gastropub and a rooftop Deck, making it a full evening rather than just a single attraction.
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games occupies 100,000 square feet and runs high-speed electric superkarts on a multi-level, banked-turn track. Beyond karting, the facility includes laser tag, duckpin bowling, pro racing simulators, virtual reality, an arcade, a scratch restaurant, and a full bar. Andretti at The Colony also has over 4,000 square feet of dedicated event space, which makes it a practical option for birthday parties or team outings.
Golf, Games, and Nightlife
PopStroke, co-owned by Tiger Woods, combines innovative mini golf with gourmet food and craft beer in a format that works for families and adults alike. The Colony location sits at 5770 Grandscape Blvd and is a straightforward choice when you want something active but low-key.
Puttery takes a different angle on the same concept — immersive, Instagram-friendly mini golf paired with craft cocktails. The venue at 5762 Grandscape Blvd operates as an adults-first, 21-and-up experience, so it skews toward date nights and group outings rather than family afternoons.
Truck Yard brings a honky-tonk beer garden sensibility to the district, with nightly live music, oversized yard games, rotating food trucks, and cold beer from the adjacent microbrewery Beard Science. The quirky Toilet Seat Museum adds to the atmosphere. Right next door, Limin’ Lounge operates as a tiki bar with private karaoke and poker rooms. Truck Yard The Colony is the kind of spot that works for a casual Thursday as easily as a Saturday night.
Windmills, located at 5755 Grandscape Blvd, draws inspiration from Bangalore’s nightlife scene and pairs world-class jazz with international-inspired cuisine and craft microbrews. It is a quieter, more refined option when the louder venues feel like too much.
Getting Outside: Lewisville Lake and the Shoreline Trail
Not everything in The Colony requires a cover charge or a reservation. The Colony Shoreline Trail runs 3.5 miles along Lewisville Lake and is open for walking, jogging, and biking at no cost. Trailheads are located at Ridgepointe Park and Stewart Creek Park, with parking available at both. Stewart Creek Park itself sits at 3700 Sparks Road, and Hidden Cove Park and Marina at 20400 Hackberry Creek Park Road provides another access point to the lake with additional amenities. These spots are especially useful in the cooler months when the waterfront is at its best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grandscape worth visiting if I do not plan to shop at Nebraska Furniture Mart?
Absolutely. Nebraska Furniture Mart anchors the property, but the bulk of what draws people to Grandscape on a given evening is the entertainment and dining. Cosm, Andretti, PopStroke, Puttery, Truck Yard, and Windmills are all within the district, and many visitors never set foot in the retail store.
Are there free things to do in The Colony?
Yes. The Colony Shoreline Trail is free to access, with parking at Stewart Creek Park and Ridgepointe Park. Hidden Cove Park and Marina on Lewisville Lake is another no-cost outdoor option. Browsing Grandscape as a walkable district does not require spending money, though the individual venues do charge.
Is Puttery appropriate for families with kids?
Puttery operates as a 21-and-up venue, so it is not the right fit for families with children. PopStroke at Grandscape is the better option for a family-friendly mini golf experience, as it is designed to work for all ages.
What is Cosm Dallas and how is it different from a regular movie theater?
Cosm Dallas uses an 87-foot LED dome to create what the company calls Shared Reality — fully immersive visual experiences that surround the audience rather than projecting onto a flat screen. Programming includes original cinematic experiences as well as live sports events, which makes the format distinct from a conventional theater.
