
Dallas Events this Weekend
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 March 18
Ocean X Adventure
FOR A LIMITED TIME, join the mission to find the elusive giant squid when OceanX takes over the creative world of Crayola for a once-in-lifetime event. So get your mission log, create your ID badge and begin your journey through the sea kelp
When: through April 18
Where: Crayola Experience Plano
Cost: included with admission (for discounted tickets)
Saturday March 19
Spring Break on the Farm
Barrel Train rides for the kids, Feed the Farm Animals. Playgrounds with Slides and Swings, Giant Human Hamster Wheels, Half Pint Homestead play area, Giant Tube Slide, Games & more
When: March 5 – March 20
Where: Team Family Farms, Aubrey
Cost: $10 ages 2 and up
Sunday March 20
Prehistoric Park – The Return of the Dinosaurs
The Dinosaurs return to Grapevine this spring! LEARN about Grapevine’s prehistoric past while roaming through the newly-expanded exhibition of animatronic dinosaurs. DIG into the action and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family. EXPLORE the biggest show yet! Day or night with Dinos After Dark exhibit hours. Activities include Boneyard Games, Dig Site to uncover the past, Tracks Trail, Amber Fossil Craft, numerous Exhibit Displays, and Animatronic Dinosaurs
When: March 5 – April 3
Where: Meadowmere Park, Grapevine
Cost: $29 per vehicle, up to 6 persons
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
Ongoing Events
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
Butterflies in the Garden
When: through April 10
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Gardens
Cost: adults $12, children $8
Prehistoric Park: The Return of the Dinosaurs
When: through April 3
Where: Meadowmere Park, Grapevine
Cost: $29 per vehicle, up to 6 persons
Legacy West Music Series
When: every Saturday, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Legacy West
Cost: Free
Spring Break on the Farm
When: through March 20
Where: Team Family Farms, Aubrey
Cost: $10 ages 2 and up
Photos with the Bunny
When: March 18 – April 16
Where: Stonebriar Center, Frisco
Cost: from $19.99
More Fun Weekend Events
Southfork Third Monday Trade Days
When: March 18 – 20
Where: Southfork Ranch, Allen
Cost: Free, parking $10 Sat & Sun
Spring Break at Grandscape: Afternoon with Moana
When: March 18, 11 am – 1 pm
Where: Grandscape
Cost: Free
Encanto & Meet an Asian Leopard Cat at Legacy Hall
When: March 18, 11.30 am – 2 pm
Where: Legacy Hall
Cost: Free
Greater Frisco Home & Garden Show
When: March 18 – 20
Where: The Star, Frisco
Cost: Free
Teen Spring Break: Jackbox Party
When: March 18, 3 – 4.30 pm
Where: The Colony Public Library
Cost: Free
March Parent’s Night Out
When: March 18, 5.30 pm
Where: My Gym, Frisco
Cost: $49
Kid’s Jam Night/Parent’s Night Out
When: March 18, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Rockstars of Tomorrow
Cost: $35
Live on the Stage at Grandscape
When: March 18, 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: Grandscape
Cost: Free
Peppa Pig
When: March 18, 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: Grand Prairie
Cost: from $27.50
Disney on Ice
When: March 18, 7.30 pm
Where: American Airlines Center
Cost: $15 – $80
Square Deal Days
When: March 19, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Historic Old Downtown Carrollton
Cost: Free
Princess Picnic
When: March 19, 11 am – 12.30 pm
Where: Castle Hills
Cost: $30
Pirouettes for Pets
When: March 19, 2 pm – 4 pm
Where: Watters Creek, Allen
Cost: Free, donations accepted for pet shelter
Mother & Son, Surf, Swim & Slide
When: March 19, 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: The Cove at the Lakefront
Cost: $35
Credo Beauty – Gift with Purchase
When: March 17 – 20 (while supplies last)
Where: Credo Beauty, Legacy West
Cost: Free gift with $125+ purchase, online and in-store
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