DALLAS | EVENTS CALENDAR
We don't list everything in town that you could do, but we do recommend these events that you definitely should consider attending.
NOVEMBER
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November
2024
Greek Food Festival of Dallas
Dallas | 2024
Live Greek music, traditional dancing, cooking demos, tours of byzantine iconography, and more.
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November
2024
Lone Star Film Festival
Fort Worth | 2024
Event celebrates the work of cinema's emerging talents and honors the legacy of the trendsetters along the way.
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November
2024
Romanian Food Festival
Colleyville | 2024
Event features a Romanian culture primer, live music, grill and bar, games, vendor exhibits, and more.
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November
2024
World Food Championships
Dallas | 2024
This tournament showcasing the best culinary artisans allows participants to show their chops and earn respect.
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November
2024
CAF Wings Over Dallas
Dallas | 2024
More than eighty WWII-era aircraft comprise airshow featuring demonstrations, reenactments, rides, etc.
OCCURS
November
2024
North Texas Folds of Honor Gala
Dallas | 2024
Attendees provide organizational support while enjoying a seated dinner, musical entertainment and dancing, and auctions.
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November
2024
Romanian Food Festival
Dallas | 2024
Event features a Romanian culture primer, live entertainment, grill and bar, games, painting exhibit, vendor exhibits, and more.
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November
2024
Texas Christkindl Market
Arlington | 2024
Inspired by a cherished German tradition, this is one of the largest open-air holiday markets in the Southwest.
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November
2024
Carol of Lights
Grapevine | 2024
Historic Downtown Grapevine is brightly illuminated as the season kicks off in the Christmas Capital of Texas.
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November
2024
Holiday Tea
Dallas | 2024
Tea service at the Dallas Arboretum includes soup, tea sandwiches, sweet treats, scones, and seasonal teas.
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DECEMBER
OCCURS
December
2024
Holiday Lights Parade
Arlington | 2024
Santa will be on hand for photo opportunities after the switch is flipped to light the spectacular 50-foot Christmas tree.
OCCURS
December
2024
Armed Forces Bowl
Fort Worth | 2024
This annual postseason college football bowl game features patriotic overtones recognizing all five branches of the service.
OCCURS
December
2024
Cotton Bowl Classic
Arlington | 2024
This annual postseason intercollegiate football game is promoted and sponsored by the Cotton Bowl Athletic Association (CBAA).
OCCURS
December
2024
Jingle Bell Run
Dallas | 2024
Dress up in holiday attire for this family-friendly 5K race, 1K fun run, and festive after party at the Hilton Anatole Dallas.
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JANUARY
STARTS
January
2025
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Fort Worth | 2025
Event features rodeo, livestock show, Western parade, carnival, live music, and special events like Vine to Wine, Bull's Night Out, and more.
OCCURS
January
2025
International Motorcycle Show
Dallas | 2025
Tour provides access to new models, live entertainment, and the opportunity to purchase the latest parts, gear, and accessories.
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FEBRUARY
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February
2025
Autorama
Dallas | 2025
This car show exhibition showcases new and classic automobiles, specialty custom vehicles, concept cars, and more.
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February
2025
North Texas Auto Expo
Dallas | 2025
The North Texas Auto Show at the convention center offers an impressive lineup of new model year cars and trucks.
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February
2025
Friendship Tea
Dallas | 2025
Tea service at the Dallas Arboretum includes soup, tea sandwiches, sweet treats, scones, and seasonal teas.
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February
2025
Cocktails & Cleats
Frisco | 2025
This FC Dallas fundraiser features cocktails, bites, and a chance to explore the National Soccer Hall of Fame Experience.
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February
2025
Dallas RV SuperSale
Dallas | 2025
Hundreds of RVs will fill more than 350,000 square feet of exhibit space making this the largest RV show in Texas.
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February
2025
Collin County Home and Garden Show
Allen | 2025
Find home improvement products, remodeling services, and contractors along with stunning landscape displays and water features.
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MARCH
STARTS
March
2025
North Texas Irish Festival
Dallas | 2025
Festival features top Irish musicians, dancers from around the world, and cultural presentations at Fair Park.
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March
2025
Texas Pinball Festival
Frisco | 2025
Hundreds of pinball machines, classic video games, and other game room goodies set up on FREE play.
OCCURS
March
2025
Dallas St. Patrick's Parade
Dallas | 2025
The festival hosts 90+ floats, draws over 125,000 people, and is said to offer something for everyone's taste.
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March
2025
Food & Wine Festival
Dallas | 2025
Dozens of local chefs serve delectable dishes at this food-filled festival at the Dallas Arboretum during Dallas Blooms.
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March
2025
Travel & Adventure Show
Dallas | 2025
Vacation expo features travel experts, speakers, seminars, booking discounts, and product demonstrations.
OCCURS
March
2025
The Color Run
Dallas | 2025
The Happiest 5k on the Planet
celebrates healthiness and individuality in a fun, un-intimidating running environment.
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APRIL
STARTS
February
2025
Dallas Blooms
Dallas | 2025
This largest floral festival in the Southwest is considered to be one of America's best floral festivals.
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April
2025
Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival
Fort Worth | 2025
Talented chefs, food artisans, craft brewers, and vintners bring a range of tastes and events at multiple venues in the community.
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April
2025
Cool Thursdays Concert Series
Dallas | 2025
Pack a picnic and enjoy concerts on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage and Lawn overlooking scenic White Rock Lake.
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April
2025
Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Waxahachie | 2025
Step back in time to the 16th century days of King Henry VIII with 23 stages of entertainment, jousting, parade, etc.
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April
2025
Big Texas Beer Fest
Dallas | 2025
The festival features award-winning beers, local food trucks, and artisan food and beverages from local vendors.
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April
2025
Garden Tea
Dallas | 2025
Tea service at the Dallas Arboretum includes soup, tea sandwiches, sweet treats, scones, and seasonal teas.
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April
2025
NASCAR Weekend
Fort Worth | 2025
Texas Motor Speedway is among the largest sports stadiums in America and hosts special events and series races.
OCCURS
April
2025
Big Taste of Fort Worth
Fort Worth | 2025
Chefs from local restaurants prepare signature dishes and battle it out for a chance to win the People's Choice and Best of Big Taste.
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April
2025
USA Film Festival
Dallas | 2025
The USA Film Festival is dedicated to the recognition and promotion of excellence in the film and video arts.
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April
2025
MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival
Fort Worth | 2025
A nationally-recognized fine art and fine craft juried art fair, live concerts, and performance artists.
OCCURS
April
2025
Mad Hatter's Luncheon
DALLAS | 2025
Hosted outdoors each spring, this event features a reception, fashion show, luncheon, and wildly over-the-top hats.
OCCURS
April
2025
Fashion Stars for a Cause
Dallas | 2025
The dinner with fashion show provides an opportunity to assist the Suicide & Crisis Center of North Texas.
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April
2025
Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival
Ennis | 2025
Festival features food, entertainment, shopping, and 40 miles of showcased mapped driving bluebonnet trails.
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April
2025
Dallas International Film Festival
Dallas | 2025
Promoting and supporting the increasingly accessible art form of contemporary independent films.
OCCURS
April
2025
Equest Gala
DALLAS | 2025
The gala benefits Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship which provides equine-facilitated activities, therapies, and counseling.
OCCURS
April
2025
Taste of the Cowboys
Frisco | 2025
Get ready to tackle hunger as The North Texas Food Bank and Dallas Cowboys present this gourmet tailgate event.
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MAY
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May
2025
Dallas International Guitar Festival
Dallas | 2025
The guitar show seems to have a bit of everything for those who play music as well as those who just love to hear it.
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May
2025
Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival
Richardson | 2025
This internationally award-winning eclectic art and music festival features live music, street performers, food, and more.
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May
2025
Mayfest
Fort Worth | 2025
Fort Worth's premier family-friendly festival showcases live music, festival food, rides, arts, and more.
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May
2025
Main Street Fest
Grapevine | 2025
Tap into three full days of festival fun at Grapevine's annual Main Street Fest - A Craft Brew Experience.
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May
2025
ZestFest
Irving | 2025
Weekend event features cooking demos by celebrity chefs, live music, interactive contests, and thousands of bold food samples.
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May
2025
Taste Addison
Addison | 2025
The three-day food festival in Addison is a celebration of local restaurants, live music, and fun activities.
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JUNE
STARTS
June
2025
FAN EXPO Dallas
DALLAS | 2025
Considered by many as the flagship comic event in Texas, this is the largest comics, sci-fi, and gaming event in Texas.
OCCURS
June
2025
Texas Blueberry Festival
Nacogdoches | 2025
Taking place in the oldest town in Texas, the festival is a celebration of the annual blueberry harvest.
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June
2025
Great Texas Balloon Race
Longview | 2025
This world-class event attracts the very best competitive pilots from across the United States and the world.
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June
2025
Taste of Dallas
Dallas | 2025
Dallas' premier summertime food and drink festival features interactive encounters with chefs, restaurants, and exhibitors.
OCCURS
June
2025
Nowitzki's Heroes Celebrity Baseball Game
Frisco | 2025
Proceeds from this fan-favorite baseball game with fireworks benefit Dirk Nowitzki Foundation and Heroes Foundation.
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JULY
OCCURS
July
2025
4th of July Celebrations in North Texas
Dallas/Fort Worth | 2025
From parades and live music to street dancing and tubing, find the best celebrations and firework displays in North Texas.
OCCURS
July
2025
Parker County Peach Festival
Weatherford | 2025
Peachy treats like ice cream and cobbler along with live music, bike ride, food, and activity booths.
STARTS
July
2025
The Dallas Boat Expo
Dallas | 2025
A wholesale market of more than five million square feet, Dallas Market Center hosts more than 50 trade events each year.
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AUGUST
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August
2025
DFW Restaurant Week
Dallas | 2025
DFW Restaurant Week offers diners prix fixe meals with 20% benefiting the North Texas Food Bank or Lena Pope.
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August
2025
Westfest
West | 2025
Event celebrates Czech heritage with authentic food, polka music, and activities like helicopter rides, parade, and 5K race.
OCCURS
August
2025
BvB Dallas
Dallas | 2025
Fun and philanthropic powder-puff football game that raises money for Alzheimer's research and awareness.
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SEPTEMBER
STARTS
September
2025
Dallas Chocolate Festival
Dallas | 2025
DallasChocolate.org celebrates chocolate makers and chocolatiers that have elevated their craft to an art form.
OCCURS
September
2025
ItalianCarFest
Dallas | 2025
A wholesale market of more than five million square feet, Dallas Market Center hosts more than 50 trade events each year.
STARTS
September
2025
GrapeFest
Grapevine | 2025
Sample premium Texas wines, enjoy live entertainment, squish and stomp grapes, test your cork shooting skills, compete in a cookoff, etc.
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September
2025
Southwest RV Supershow
Dallas | 2025
A wholesale market of more than five million square feet, Dallas Market Center hosts more than 50 trade events each year.
OCCURS
September
2025
Arts & Autos Extravaganza
Denton | 2025
Check out classic cars, hot rods, and motorcycles as well as a silent auction, arts/crafts, live music, Chalk Fest sidewalk art, and more.
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September
2025
Addison Oktoberfest
Addison | 2025
Four days of German food, entertainers in costumes, Bavarian folk dances, activities, oompah music, and more.
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September
2025
Plano Balloon Festival
Plano | 2025
Event features magnificent hot air balloons, live music, a parachute team exhibition, fireworks show, and more.
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September
2025
State Fair of Texas
Dallas | 2025
The annual event promotes agriculture, education, and community involvement through family-friendly entertainment.
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September
2025
Western Days Festival
Lewisville | 2025
Event features five stages of live music, tamale-eating contest, craft beer pavilion, mechanical bull, reenactments, market, and car show.
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September
2025
Harvest Tea
Dallas | 2025
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OCTOBER
STARTS
October
2025
Dallas Fan Festival
IRVING | 2025
This event brings together the worlds of comics, sci-fi, and gaming in one pop culture convention at the Irving Convention Center.
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October
2025
Texas Rose Festival
Tyler | 2025
Displays of roses and activities such as the Rose Show, Coronation, Queen's Tea, and Texas Rose Festival Parade.
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