
Fun Things to do This Weekend
There are some great things to do and fun events happening nearby!
Events are subject to change, be sure to check events are as scheduled before heading out. We rely on pricing being provided by event hosts but this information is not always available and we recommend checking directly with the event host.
Friday January 7
The Journey Dome
Journey Dome is an immersive Christian experience to entertain, educate and enlighten people of faith and people seeking clarity and guidance in life.
When: January 6 – 29
Where: 3300 TW King Rd E, Southlake
Cost: Adults $25, Kids (4-12) $12.50
Good for either adult or child ticket for any Journey Dome performance. Cannot be combined with any other offers.
Saturday January 8
Retro Skate
Come skate to sounds of the 70s and 80s at the Allen Community Ice Rink on Saturday, Jan. 8 from 11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.! Receive a FREE skate rental with donation of a non-perishable food item.
When: January 8, 11.45 am – 1.45 pm
Where: Allen Community Ice Rink
Cost: $5 admission; $3 skate rental
Sunday January 9
Family Funny Show – FREE Interactive Family Friendly Comedy Show, Every Sunday @ 12 pm – 2 pm. Join the DCC Family Funny cast as they lead a family friendly afternoon of activities and shows on the patio & Mainstage theater! Starting at 12pm, enjoy brunch and themed activities with the cast, then head into the theater where performers will create an interactive and fully improvised play!
You and your children’s suggestions will help change the story as it goes! Any child or parent can hop onstage to participate in short form games led by the cast.
When: January 9, 12 pm -2 pm
Where: Dallas Comedy Club
Cost: Free
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
Frisco Fresh Market: Saturday 8 am – 4 pm, Sunday 10 am – 4 pm
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

Ongoing Events
CityLine Live
When: every Friday, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: CityLine DFW, Richardson
Cost: Free
Kids Movie Saturdays
When: every Saturday, 12 pm
Where: Lava Cantina
Cost: Free admission and $2 off kids meals during the movie
Teen Night
When: every Friday, 7 pm – 10 pm
Where: JW Entertainment, Allen
Cost: tba
Family Storytime
When: every Saturday, 10.30 am – 11.15 am
Where: McKinney Public Library
Cost: Free
Legacy West Music Series
When: every Saturday, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Legacy West
Cost: Free
Spring Break at JadeWaters
When: every Sunday in April & May, 9 am – 7 pm
Where: Hilton Anatole, Dallas
Cost: included with accommodation
More Fun Weekend Events
Texas Mineral & Fossil Show Plano
When: May 20 – 22
Where: Plano Event Center
Cost: Free admission and parking
38th Annual Main Street Fest
When: May 20 – 22
Where: Downtown Grapevine
Cost: Free
Sip n Shop
When: May 20, 5.30 pm – 9.30 pm
Where: Prosper Playhouse
Cost: tba
Moonlight Movies: Raya
When: May 20, 7.30 pm
Where: Murphy Central Park
Cost: Free
Plano Antique Mall – Parking Lot Sale
When: May 21, 7.30 am
Where: Plano Antique Mall
Cost: Free
Kids Fishing Tournament
When: May 21, 9 am – 1 pm
Where: Old Celina Park
Cost: Free
Sandcastles & Storytime
When: May 21, 9 am – 10.30 am
Where: Stewart Creek Park, The Colony
Cost: $10 resident, $15 non-resident
Dog Days in the Gardens
When: May 21 – 22
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Gardens
Cost: Regular admission for humans and $5 per dog
Brunch & Blooms
When: May 21, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: The Boardwalk at Granite Park
Cost: tba
Square Deal Days
When: May 21, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Shops of Downtown Carrollton
Cost: Free
Epic Gran Fiesta
When: May 21 – 22
Where: Epic Waters Grand Prairie
Cost: Included with admission
Family Weekends (FREE!)
When: May 21, 10 am – 1 pm
Where: AT&T Performing Arts Center, Dallas
Cost: Free
Bubbles and Butterflies
When: May 21, 10 am – 11.30 am
Where: Stewart Creek Park, The Colony
Cost: Daily entry pass required
Summer Kickoff – Texas
When: May 21, 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Nebraska Furniture Mart
Cost: Free
Kids’ Movies and Concerts at The Lakefront™
When: May 21, 5 pm – 8 pm
Where: The Lakefront, Little Elm
Cost: Free
Addison After Dark: Boot Scootin’ Bash
When: May 21, 7 pm – 10 pm
Where: Addison Circle Park
Cost: Free
Muffins & Mimosas!
When: May 22, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Lonestar Mercantile, Allen
Cost: Free
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