Here's a look at what's happening this weekend in North Texas.
George StraitFort Worth
Country music fans are kicking the weekend off at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth where George Strait will take stage on Friday night. The king of country is expected to sing all of the favorite tunes for fans young and old. the concert will get underway at 8pm on Friday night.For more info: http://dickies.arenafortworth.org/?msclkid=b3d8e22b0d5d116f3fc6bffef91c31dc
Nick Jr. Live!Grand PrairieAnd for the younger concer goers, check out Nick Junior Live at the Theatre at Grand Prairie. You'll see the Bubble Guppies, Shimmer and Shine, Dora, and Ryder and Chase will be on the case as Paw Patrol takes the stage, as well. If you don't know who any of those characters are, don't worry. There will be plenty of kids 6 and under there who can tell you.For more info: https://www.theatregp.com/events/detail/371144
Taste of France and Spain
Dallas
Celebrate France, Spain & Beaujolais Nouveau 2019 on Nov. 22nd.
Representing France: Georges Duboeuf with Dallas artist Laura Runge, winner of the Beaujolais Nouveau label competition, Music & Models, Bordeaux & Burgundies, Chablis & Champagne… Venez nous voir!
Representing Spain: Spanish Restaurant, Enrique Tomas with Cortadors to carve Spanish Jamón, Flamenco Dancers & Guitars, Riojas, Tempranillos, Garnachas & Sherries…¡Olé!
For more info: https://www.faccdallas.com/taste-france-spain
Holiday Events
Fort Worth is the place to be this weekend if you want to get in the holiday spirit, beginning on Saturday night in Sundance Square when the annual Tree Lighting ceremony takes place.
Tree Lighting
Sundance SquareUndeniably one of the best in Texas, the tree lighting festivities will begin on Saturday at 6pm. Kids Who Care, a non-profit international theatre company, will be performing and Santa Claus will prominently be featured in his magical sleigh as the Sundance Square Plaza Stage is transformed into a winter wonderland.For more info: https://sundancesquare.com
GM Financial Parade of LightsFort WorthThen on Sunday night, the GM Financial Parade of Lights will take place beginning at 6pm - when over 100 illuminated floats make their way through downtown Fort Worth. Santa wil be making an appearance, as well. The event is expected to draw in thousands of people and street closures will be in effect so be sure to plan ahead.For more info: www.fortworthparadeoflights.org
For more holiday fun.
Prairie Lights
Grand Prairie
You will be dazzled with 4 million lights set along 2 miles of path. Hundreds of new displays in shapes of all kinds line and arch over the roads. Halfway through the drive get out of your car for a stop at Holiday Village where you will find food, gifts, Santa, a brand-new indoor Holiday Show, and the Holiday Magic Lighted walk-through forest. The second half of the drive ends with the very animated light tunnel – the perfect finale to a night you will never forget!
For more info: https://prairielights.org/
Vintage Market Days
McKinney
Vintage Market Days of McKinney is excited to host our 2019 Holiday Market "Let It Snow" November 22-24 at Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney. It will be open for 10 to 4 each day. Enjoy weekend of Holiday shopping as over 100 premiere vendors showcase their unique vintage finds, hand crafted, one of a kind items, delicious food, live music and more. Vintage Market Days® in McKinney is an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and so much more!