Things to do and Local Events this Weekend

📢 UPDATE: Many local businesses have new safety rules and some locations may still be closed. Always check with the venue to verify event details, hours of operation, and any new requirements before heading out.

Dallas Events this Weekend

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Fun Things to do This Weekend

There are some great things to do and fun events happening nearby!

Friday April 2

Deep Ellum Arts Festival

Deep Ellum Arts Festival will feature more than 200 juried decorative and visual artists selling and commissioning original works, and 100 original bands and performers artists showcasing the newest sights and sounds from six different stages and purchase the works of sculptors, muralists, jewelers, painters, leather and wood crafters, and other specialized fine artists, some of whom will be creating pieces on the spot. More info.

When: April 2 – 4
Where: Deep Ellum
Cost: FREE

Saturday April 3

Peter Rabbit at the Farm

Bring the family out to the farm to visit Peter Rabbit and enjoy hours of fun at the farm! Other activities include: bounce house, petting zoo, pony rides, train rides, hay rides, wooden maze, duck races, playground areas, and more! More info.

When: April 3, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Country Critters Farm,
Cost: $10 per person, kids 2 and under are free!

Sunday April 4

Petting Zoo Easter Fun

Join us for the Spring Japanese Festival, the ‘Year of the Ox’! Plan to attend a family-friendly event in the Fort Worth Botanic Garden with large support from the Fort Worth Japanese Society. Enjoy traditional Japanese performances, food, and more in the garden. More info.

When: April 4, 12 pm – 3 pm
Where: Frisco Fresh Market
Cost: $5

Our Summer Camp Guide

Summer will be here before you know it in Collin County and Plano, TX.
We have Camp Ideas to suit every kiddo! Whether you’re looking for half day, full day or something in between.

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Ongoing Events

Farmers Markets

Dallas: Saturday 9 am – 5 pm & Sunday 10 am – 5 pm, 920 S. Harwood, Dallas

Plano Farmers/Artisan Market, Saturday 9 am – 2 pm, The Shops at Willow Bend

McKinney: Saturday 8 am – 12 noon, Downtown McKinney Square

Richardson: Saturday 9 am – 1 pm, 101 S. Coit Road, Richardson

Carrollton: Sunday 10 am – 2 pm, 2722 N. Josey Lane, Carrollton

More Fun Weekend Events

So many Easter Events and Egg Hunts this weekend – check out our Easter Post here!

Easter Picture Time

When: through April 3
Where: Stonebriar Centre
Cost: from $20

Easter Bunny

When: Fri/Sat/Sun through April 3
Where: Golden Triangle Mall, Denton
Cost: FREE

Free Virtual Coding Club for Kids

When: every Saturday, 11 am – 12 pm
Where: University of Texas at Dallas
Cost: FREE

Easter Break Camp

When: April 2, 9 am – 12 pm
Where: Young Chef’s Academy Frisco
Cost: $65

The Dallas by Chocolate Tour

When: April 3, 1 pm – 4.30 pm
Where: Dallas by Chocolate Tours
Cost: $53

Dallas’ Best Patios Tour

When: April 3, 1 pm – 5 pm
Where: Dallas by Chocolate Tours
Cost: $63

Easter Gingerbread House Decorating

When: April 3, 2 pm – 3.30 pm
Where: Young Chef’s Academy Frisco
Cost: $50

Parents Night Out

When: April 3, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Urban Air McKinney
Cost: $35

More Things to Do

Are you ready to plan ahead or want to see what a list of things to do this month?

Plano Area Monthly Events

Family Friendly Weekend Events {April 2 – 4, 2021}