Things To Do Around DFW: Brew Festival, State Fair, Aretha: A Tribute and more

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Fall is all about family and KRLD's John Liddle says there's plenty to do this weekend with the whole family, Around Town. See our list below!

Addison After Dark: Harvest Hootenanny

It's fall y’all and time to get your hootenanny on! This shindig boasts singer-songwriters, food trucks, family carnival games, a petting zoo and so much more. Wear your favorite costume and take a spin on the hayride. The singer-songwriters performing on Saturday include: David Tribble, Ireland, and Jack Mason.

Where: Addison Circle Park, Addison

When: Saturday, October 15 at 7 p.m.

Cost: Free

More info: https://addisonafterdark.com/harvest-hootenanny/

Aretha: A Tribute

Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY nominee Ryan Shaw light up the Meyerson with all your favorite Aretha Franklin hits. Led by GRAMMY Award-winning conductor John McLaughlin Williams, known for his engaging podium presence, this high-energy, glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul includes iconic favorites from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Amazing Grace and many more.

Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas

When: October 14-16

Cost: $35

More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/aretha-a-tribute/

Billy Bob’s: JACKYL (Fri) / LA ZENDA NORTENA (Saturday)

Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth

When: Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.

Cost: $18 - $65

More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events

C.S. Lewis On Stage: Further Up & Further In

Fellowship for Performing Arts presents award-winning actor Max McLean in a dazzling, new theatrical experience that will take you Further Up & Further In the heart and mind of C.S. Lewis. Using Lewis’ own words, Further Up & Further In explores these questions and more through a state-of-the-art theatrical experience of startling imagery, evocative music and Lewis’ amazing storytelling. Further Up & Further In is a standalone production that builds on the story of Lewis’ conversion as a young man told in the nationwide hit play C.S. Lewis on Stage: The Most Reluctant Convert. Further Up and Further In run time is 90 minutes with no intermission. It is recommended for ages 13 and older, and children under age 4 are not admitted.

Where: Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson

When: October 13-16 and October 20-23

Cost: $30 and up

More info: https://fpatheatre.com/tour/csl2-dallas/

Catch Me If You Can

Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, though, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is a high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught.

Where: The Firehouse Theatre, 2535 Valley View Ln., Farmers Branch

When: October 13-16 and October 20-23

Cost: $28 and up

More info: https://www.thefirehousetheatre.com/

Cliburn International Amateur Piano Competition

They work in medicine, education, law, engineering, business, and technology. They come from countries around the world, with wide-ranging cultures, languages, and experiences. Their defining commonality: An astounding commitment to and love of the piano. Be there in person to witness their dreams coming true as they perform on the Cliburn stage. Enjoy a stunning conclusion at Bass Performance Hall with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

Where: Bass Hall, Fort Worth

When: October 12 - 18

Cost: $10 and up

More info: https://www.basshall.com/amateurcompetition2022

Cutting Edge Haunted House

Cutting Edge has been voted one of the Best Haunted Houses in America and Winner of Guinness World Record for the World's Longest Walk through Horror House. Located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in a section of Fort Worth historically dubbed as "Hell's Half Acre," the Cutting Edge Haunted House is built upon a foundation of fear. The meat packing equipment from the Old West is still in use, but now it is a two-story human processing area. Make sure to grab your ticket ahead of time.

Where: 1701 E. Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth

When: Select dates through November 5

Cost: $45 and up

More info: https://www.cuttingedgehauntedhouse.com/

Dallas Arboretum: Autumn at the Arboretum

The 17th annual Autumn at the Arboretum features 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash, hailing from THE pumpkin capital of Texas, Floydada, throughout the garden. This year’s theme ‘A Fall Fairy Tale’ features the return of Cinderella’s Carriage, along with themed pumpkin houses that make up the acclaimed Pumpkin Village, and of course, a maze for younger visitors. Other gourd-eous displays reimagine classic tales of Jack & The Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs, The Sword in the Stone and One Thousand and One Nights.

Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas

When: September 17 - October 31

Cost: $12 and up

More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/events-activities/autumn-at-the-arboretum-2022/

Dallas Arboretum: "#IfThenSheCan" Pop-Up Exhibit

Lyda Hill Philanthropies' IF/THEN Initiative presents #IfThenSheCan – The Exhibit. This monumental exhibit of 120 3-D printed statues celebrates contemporary women innovators in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and features the most statues of real women ever assembled together. The Exhibit will be on display at the Dallas Arboretum from September 9th through December 31st. The statues will be in one of four locations within the Rory Meyer’s Children’s Adventure Garden.

Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas

When: Saturday, September 10 through December 31

Cost: Free with garden admission

More info: https://ifthenexhibit.org/

Dallas Brew Festival

The brand new Dallas Brew Fest at Old City Park on Saturday features over 60 breweries and 200 beers, as well as food trucks, 80s and 90s cover bands, lawn games and more. Admission includes samplings from participating breweries.

Where: Old City Park, 1515 S. Harwood St., Dallas

When: Saturday, October 15 from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Cost: $50 and up

More info: https://www.dallasbrewfestival.com/

Dallas Fan Festival

Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Three BIG Days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await. Celeb guests include: Matt Smith, Tom Sturridge, Jenna Coleman, Eduardo Franco, Stephen Amell, Katie Cassidy, Emily Swallow and Gates McFadden.

Where: Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

When: October 14-16

Cost: $60 and up

More info: https://fanexpohq.com/dallasfanfestival/

Dallas International Film Festival

Since 2006, the Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF) has become the place for storytellers and audiences to connect and experience film as a community. Over the years they’ve hosted more than 2,000 filmmakers, and screened over 2,200 films from more than 50 countries. More than 80 films will be a part of the week-long event, including Armageddon Time. The film is an Oscar hopeful, directed by James Gray…starring Anthony Hopkins and Anne Hathaway.

Where: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Cedars, 1005 Botham Jean Blvd, Dallas

When: October 14-20

Cost: $25 - $500

More info: https://dallasfilm.org/

Dark Hour Haunted House

Dark Hour Haunted House returns this fall as the Coven Awakens in a brand new way. Experience Dark Hour in its scariest form...the 13 coven witches together in one terrifying nightmare.

Where: Dark Hour Haunted House, 701 Taylor Dr., Plano

When: Thursday - Sunday through October 30 + October 31

Cost: $27 and up

More info: https://darkhourhauntedhouse.com/

Dinosaurs Live

Visitors to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney will be able to let their imagination run wild as they travel back in time along a half-mile nature trail with eleven life-size animatronic dinosaurs. During the 17th Annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit, these animatronic dinosaurs will move and roar, providing an experience sure to captivate visitors. This exhibit will also offer interesting facts about both herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs.

Children and the young at heart will also have the opportunity to play on stationary baby dinosaurs, a photo-op Tyrannosaurus rex and a photo op Pachyrhinosaurus. This year’s exhibit will also feature an outdoor hadrosaur fossil dig to inspire future paleontologists.

Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl., McKinney

When: Daily September 3 through February 20, 2023

Cost: $12

More info: https://www.heardmuseum.org/event/dinosaurs-life-size-animatronic-open-for-season/

FWSO: A Trip to Harlem: Bernstein, Ellington, Gershwin, and Douglas J. Cuomo

Experience an elegant evening of jazz in this homage to some of America’s greatest music, with works by A-listers like Bernstein, Gershwin and Duke Ellington. Plus, the FWSO continues to propel classical music forward with a world premiere by noted film, television and concert music composer Douglas J. Cuomo.

Where: Bass Hall, Fort Worth

When: October 14-16

Cost: $26 and up

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Frights 'n Lights in Frisco

They say it's "the nations #1 Family-Fun Fall Fest, filling the gap between basic pumpkin patches and blood and gore haunted houses." At Frights’n Lights you’ll explore an adventure trail lined with thousands of shining jack-o'-lanterns, intricately carved in the shape of your favorite superheroes, princesses and cartoon characters, plus legends of fantasy, music and sport. Frights'n Lights is packed with phantasmic photo ops & monstrous Instagram moments. Encounter a thrilling cast of Hollywood’s most iconic, spine-chilling stars like Beetlejuice, Pennywise, Freddy, Jason, Annabel, and others, brought to life by a creepy cavalcade of giant-sized lanterns and lights. Add to that a haunted host of games, Halloween-themed rides, creepy crafts, a pumpkin patch with over 5000 pumpkins and frightening food and drink options.

Where: Riders Field, 7300 Roughriders Trl., Frisco

When: Thursdays - Sundays from October 1 - October 31

Cost: $20 and up

More info: https://www.frightsnlights.com/

Hamlet

Young Hamlet returns home to discover the world-shattering news that his father is dead, and his mother has married his father's brother. A ghostly encounter leads to madness, revenge, death, and the downfall of the kingdom.

Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre, 1500 Tenison Pkwy., Dallas

When: October 13-15

Cost: $15 and up

More info: https://shakespearedallas.ticketspice.com/shakespeare-dallas-2022-season

Hangman’s House of Horrors

Hangman's House of Horrors features three different attractions: their main, and featured attraction (Hangman's) is their largest, longest running, and most popular. This 45 minute walk through will have you wondering if these legends are folklore or legit!

The Beauty of Horror - It’s a horror-based, interactive art exhibit. You and your friends and family can take interactive photos and selfies in a series of professionally prepared sets.

OUTBREAK! - Zombies abound from the dark corners and hidden chasms of this smaller yet equally intense attraction.

Where: Hangman's House of Horrors, 4400 Blue Mound Rd., Fort Worth

When: Select dates through October 31

Cost: $39 (Parking is $10)

More info: https://hangmans.com/

House of Spirits: Volkov Manor

House of Spirits: Volkov Manor is an immersive theatrical cocktail soirée, where adults do Halloween in a haunted mansion. Enjoy miniature craft cocktails and enjoy a night of macabre magic, tarot readings, strange roaming specters, secret games and so much more! Over 50,000 guests have already enjoyed House of Spirits, and now you can expect the unexpected in Dallas this year!

Where: C.H. Alexander Mansion, 4607 Ross Ave., Dallas

When: Fridays-Sundays through October 23; October 27-October 31

Cost: $79 and up

More info: https://houseofspiritssoiree.com/dallas/

Huffhines Harvest Fest

This free two day festival includes a curated marketplace, family activities including pumpkin decoration, scarecrow dress-up, pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe, and a costume contest. Plus there’s live music, and food including corndogs, craft beer, gyros and more in the food court.

Where: Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd., Richardson

When: Saturday, October 15 from 10a-6p and Sunday, October 16 from 10a-5p

Cost: Free

More info: https://huffhinesharvestfest.com/

Immersive King Tut: Magic Journey to the Light

100 years ago the boy king’s tomb was discovered. Now, celebrate the anniversary by venturing into the Valley of the Kings at Immersive King Tut!

The ground-breaking Immersive King Tut experience takes you on a mythical journey through the Egyptian afterlife! As Pharaoh, Tutankhamun is the sun of his nation. In this immersive experience, you will follow him on his journey through the underworld. Will he triumph and bring his people eternal light and prosperity?

Where: Lighthouse Dallas, 507 S. Harwood St., Dallas

When: Daily through November 13 (could last longer)

Cost: $25 and up

More info: https://immersive-kingtut.com/Dallas/

J&F House of Terror

The Haunted House Maze is back for the 2022 season. The haunted maze is recommended for those 14 and older. Patrons under 14 can come with a parent or guardian. You must purchase tickets online.

Where: Firewheel Town Center, 245 Cedar Sage Dr., Garland (East of Barnes & Noble and Dillards)

When: Most nights through October 31

Cost: $20 +

More info: https://jandfhouseofterror.com/

Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School

Listen up, I tell you! Junie B. Jones is back, and she's got some advice to give...eventually. It was her brilliant idea to put together a survival guide for next year's students, but now she's at a total loss for what to add to it! It doesn’t help that all her friends are full of cool ideas and dance numbers. How's a girl supposed to deal with all this competition? Hilariously, of course! In this musical extravaganza great for back-to-school time, Junie B. Jones learns some important lessons about school, patience, and personal growth. This play is perfect for fans of Junie B. and newcomers alike!

Where: Dallas Children's Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas

When: Saturdays and Sundays through October 30

Cost: $18 and up

More info: https://www.dct.org/plays/

“Liberty & Laughter: The Lighter Side of the White House”

The George W. Bush Presidential Center's special exhibit glimpses behind-the-scenes into the lighter side of life in the White House. Entertaining first family anecdotes, interactive multimedia, and amusing artifacts unveil presidential pranks, inside jokes, and more. Revealing how humor has evolved from our Founding Fathers to the present day makes one thing readily apparent – laughter remains vital to a thriving democracy.

Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas

When: Through December 31

Cost: $26

More info: https://www.bushcenter.org/exhibits-and-events/exhibits/2020/liberty-and-laughter.html

Madagascar – A  Musical Adventure

Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure follows everyone’s favorite zoo crew on a comedy-packed journey around the world. After Marty the Zebra decides to chase his dream to see life outside of the zoo, we follow the “crack-a-lackin” friends on their unexpected adventure to King Julien’s Madagascar. This show is suitable for all audiences.

Where: Casa Mañana Theatre, Fort Worth

When: October 14-16 and 22-23

Cost: $29 and up

More info: https://casamanana.org/events/madagascar-a-musical-adventure/

Mainstay Farm Park

Head to Cleburne for the family fun of Mainstay Farm Park. It’s open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through November 5 for their Fall Festival. There are more than 30 attractions, all included with admission. It includes the Texas Big Wheel, the Texas Tubin’ Hill Slide, the Dipsy Doodle Coaster, a huge jumping pillow, mazes…and so much more!

Where: 1004 W. Bethesda Rd, Cleburne

When: Fridays (5p-9p), Saturdays (10a-9p), Sundays (11a-6p) through November 5

Cost: $25-$30 for day pass (cheaper online)

More info: https://www.mainstayfarm.com/

McKinney Wine and Music Festival

The event features 30 award-winning wineries, local restaurants, live music all day, and a huge variety of local vendors! There’s a grape stomp competition! Competitions will run throughout the event; you must sign up at the event to secure your time slot. Each competition will consist of 4 teams. Stomp as many grapes as you can for 60 seconds and beat out the other teams.

Where: Towne Lake Park, 1405 Wilson Creek Pkwy., McKinney

When: Saturday, October 15 from noon - 6 p.m.

Cost: $35 and up

More info: https://www.mckinneywinefestival.com/

Mike Williams at the Addison Improv

He's magical. He's funny. He needs a shrink. Mike has more than 20 years of performing experience and is in high demand for private and corporate events across the country. A two-time "Magician of the Year" Award winner, Mike has thrilled audiences around the World; from Hollywood to New York, India to Australia and thousands of places in between. He blends state of the art original magic, clean quirky comedy and hilarious audience interaction together for a one of a kind live performance experience. Mike's magic and action skills have also appeared on National Television as well as in numerous television commercials. This is an ALL AGES show.

Where: Improv Addison, 4980 Belt Line Rd. #250, Addison

When: Saturday, October 15 (Also October 29)

Cost: $20 - $60 for a table

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Monster Jam

The most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today returns to Arlington for an adrenaline-charged event at AT&T Stadium on October 15.  Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Monster Jam features world-class athletes locked in intense competitions of speed and skill. And big ole trucks.

Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington

When: Saturday, October 15

Cost: $30 and up

More info: https://attstadium.com/events/monster-jam-fall-2022/

Moxley Manor Haunted House

Moxley Manor Haunted House returns this fall, bringing you three haunted houses for one price. In addition to Moxley Manor, enjoy their mind-blowing 3D Haunted House Big Top Terror and Regans Revenge.

Where: Moxley Manor Haunted House, 510 Harwood Rd., Bedford

When: Fridays - Sundays through October 16; Nightly October 20 - October 30

Cost: $30 and up

More info: https://moxleymanor.com/

PNC Patio Sessions

Every Thursday evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m., guests can come out to enjoy a happy hour – live music, beautiful scenery, fun games, putt-putt golf, and of course beverages. The free concerts featuring local artists are held on the patio outside the Center Café. Featured performers include Aurora Bleu (October 13), Strange Girl (October 20), Texas Jury Jam (October 27).

Where: Sammons Park, 2403 Flora St., Dallas

When: Thursdays through October 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m

Cost: Free

More info: https://www.attpac.org/your-visit/pnc-patio-sessions/

Plenty of Time

Jubilee Theatre in Fort Worth presents “Plenty of Time.” It is 1968. Corey and Christina meet in Oak Bluffs—a black section of Martha’s Vineyard. Christina is from an upper-class family, and Corey is a member of the Black Panther Party. Despite their obvious differences, they are sexually attracted and share a passionate night together. Over the next forty-three years, they meet on the same day annually. Each time they return to the small private beach house, they bring their personal growth and the effects of ongoing social and political changes they face as African Americans.

Where: Jubilee Theatre, 506 Main St., Fort Worth

When: Friday, Saturday, Sunday through October 30

Cost: $29 and up

More info: https://www.jubileetheatre.org/s/Plenty-Of-Time/53

Pumpkin Nights at Howell Family Farms

Explore fantastical lands, built using over 3,000 hand-carved real (and synthetic) pumpkins. There’s magic around every corner, including a 40-foot long dragon, a ghostly pirate ship, and an undersea wonderland. It’s a family-friendly event that also includes the Pumpkin Village, the main festival area, with food and beverages, photo-ops, The Spirit of Pumpkins fire show and more.

Where: Howell Farms, 4016 W. Division, Arlington

When: Now - October 30, 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. nightly

Cost: $26 for adults (13+), $16 for kids (4-12), Free for 3 and under

More info: https://www.pumpkinnights.com/dallas/

Puptopia Festival

The Puptopia Festival is a day-long celebration of dogs and their owners. There are mainstage performances, a K9 Lounge with drinks and eats for dogs and humans, an agility course, a SPAW (spa for dogs), and other experiences.

Where: Pacific Plaza Park, 401 N. Harwood St., Dallas

When: Saturday, October 15

Cost: $30

More info: https://www.puptopiafestival.com/festivals

Reindeer Manor Halloween Park

Choose from four haunted houses at this park in Red Oak: the original Reindeer Manor, 13th Street Morgue, Dungeon of Doom (80’s theme), and The Bunker (biochemical outbreak theme).

Where: Reindeer Manor Halloween Park, 410 Houston School Rd., Red Oak

When: Fridays and Saturdays through October 22; then October 28-31

Cost: $40 and up

More info: https://www.reindeermanor.com/

Rigoletto

The Dallas Opera presents a sparkling performance of Rigoletto! Treachery, seduction, and a raging father dead set on revenge. Rigoletto—he’s the jaded jester paid to make others laugh in the debauched court of Mantua. But when his innocent daughter is cruelly seduced by the salacious Duke, Rigoletto stops being funny and vows revenge. Seething with rage, he launches an elaborate plot to avenge his beloved child. But everything goes terribly, terribly wrong…Experience Verdi at his most dramatically potent, with melody after irresistible melody sung by our incredible cast.

Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas

When: October 14 at 7:30 p.m., October 16 at 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $19 and up

More info: https://dallasopera.org/performance/rigoletto/

Screams Halloween Theme Park in Waxahachie

Screams Halloween Theme Park is 5 Haunted Houses…and a whole lot more…providing the ultimate Halloween experience in the metroplex!  Each haunted house has a different theme including the all-new Bootlegger’s Bayou. Catch the all-new Cool Ghoul Boolevard and exciting live entertainment on the Screams main stage. Plus, you don’t want to miss the Rottingwood Cemetery, the DJ spinning tunes at the Taboo Tavern Stage, Scary-Oke, or the games of skill for an entire night of Halloween Fun!

Where: 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie

When: September 30 - October 29 on Friday and Saturday nights

Cost: $42 (cheaper online)

More info: https://screamspark.com/

Six Flags Over Texas: Fright Fest

Dare to enter the Halloween event of the season, featuring family-friendly attractions during the day...and thrills once the sun goes down. Haunted attractions, scare zones, and live shows all return this year. There are new attractions like Dead Man’s Wharf and Looney Tunes Spooky Town. And the park’s Casa Magnetica pays homage to Día de los Muertos.

Where: 2201 East Road to Six Flags, Arlington

When: Select nights now through October 31

Cost: $60 and up

More info: https://www.sixflags.com/overtexas/events/fright-fest

State Fair of Texas

Here we go! Big Tex is back, and so is the State Fair of Texas through October 23. This year’s theme is “Treats of Texas” So, put on your stretchy pants and get ready to take in all things fried. Including: the big winners…the Fried Charcuterie Board, Peanut Butter Paradise, and Cha-cha Chata. All your fair favorites are back, including live music, family fun, the Midway, livestock shows, rodeo events and the Texas Auto Show.

Where: Fair Park, Dallas

When: September 30 - October 23

Cost: $24 and up

More info: https://bigtex.com/

Stranger Things Store

Ready for a new adventure, nerds? Step into the official Stranger Things Store. Discover some of the show's most iconic locations and check out all of the gnarly merch and rad activities waiting inside. Answer the yellow phone at Joyce’s house, play games at the Palace Arcade, and take a stroll through the Russian Lab, if you dare. Just know that you might come face to face with a Demogorgon—don’t say we didn’t warn you! Get priority access (free of charge) and enjoy a truly immersive shopping experience themed around the Stranger Things universe. Explore realistic set recreations of iconic locations from the show. Browse through a wide array of Stranger Things products integrated into each location. Enjoy stunning photo ops, interactive activities, and many ǝƃuɐɹʇs moments!

Where: Grapevine Mills Mall

When: Daily: Mon-Sat: 10am - 9pm / Sun: 11am - 7pm

Cost: Free (reserve your timed tickets)

More info: https://strangerthings-store.com/

Thursdays on Tap at the Perot Museum

Every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m., experience the Perot Museum of Nature and Science after hours and enjoy live music, drinks and food trucks from local businesses. Plus, get full access to all exhibit halls.

This program is for ages 21+, so it is the perfect opportunity to experience the Museum without the daytime crowds or kids.

Where: Perot Museum, 2201 N. Field, Dallas

When: Thursday nights through October 13

Cost: $5 - $25

More info: https://www.perotmuseum.org/events/adults/thursdays-on-tap/

Trouble in Mind

A scathing indictment of racism in American commercial theatre, Trouble in Mind tells the story of Wiletta Mayer, a Black actress cast in a supposedly “progressive” play about racism by a white male author—it turns out to be anything but progressive.

Where: Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd., Dallas

When: October 13-30 (October 13-18 are previews…opening night on October 19)

Cost: $15 and up

More Info: https://dallastheatercenter.org/shows/trouble-in-mind/

Turn Up The Lights

This fundraiser benefiting the AT&T Performing Arts Center features live performances, hand-crafted cocktails and chef-curated bites from G Texas with the city as your backdrop. The event kicks off with a cocktail reception at 7:30 p.m. in Sammons Park with beats by DJ NaturalHiiigh, then a special performance by Bandan Koro African Drum and Dance Ensemble.

Where: Strauss Square, 2403 Flora St, Dallas

When: October 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $50 - $175

More Info: https://www.attpac.org/on-sale/2022/turn-up-the-lights/

Vignette 2022

Texas Vignette presents an annual art fair exclusively featuring works by women artists from Texas. As a fully submission-based art fair, with 100% of all sales going directly to the artists, Vignette works to promote exceptional yet under-represented regional talent.

Where: Dallas Market Hall, Dallas

When: October 13-15

Cost: Free - but works available for purchase

More Info: https://www.texasvignette.org/vignette-2022

Young Frankenstein

From the creators of the Broadway sensation “The Producers” comes the monstrously fun musical, Young Frankenstein. When the grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein, inherits his family’s estate, his mad scientist genes come to fruition! With the help of his assistant, Igor, he brings a monster to life and hilarity ensues. With memorable tunes like "The Transylvania Mania," "Don’t Touch Me" and "Puttin' on the Ritz," Young Frankenstein is an electrifyingly good time.

Where: Theatre Three, 2800 Routh St., Dallas

When: October 13-17, October 20-23, October 26-30, November 4-6, November 10-13

Cost: $40 and up

More Info: https://www.theatre3dallas.com/shows-tickets/

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