It is evidently festival season across North Texas. From music festivals in Fair Park and Flower Mound to food and art fairs in Fort Worth and Deep Ellum, there is plenty to do this weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DSO: Sibelius’ Symphony No. 3
Principal Harp Emily Levin is front and center for Henriette Renié’s gorgeous Concerto. Widely recognized for his dual career, John Storgårds both plays and conducts Beethoven’s composition of poignant lyricism and songlike eloquence as well as Keith Jarrett’s Elegy, which pushes the boundaries of what we think of as “classical.” In Sibelius’ Third Symphony, listen for his new approach to symphonic writing — “the crystallization of ideas from chaos,” he calls it, where fragments of melodies slowly begin to coalesce as the music proceeds, gathering energy and ending in a glorious C-Major chord.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: Thursday, April 3 / Friday, April 4 / Sunday, April 6
Cost: $42 and up
More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/sibeliuss-symphony-no-3/
Almost, Maine
Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far north, it’s almost in Canada. It’s not quite a town, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So, it almost doesn’t exist. One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways.
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
When: April 4-6 / April 11-13
Cost: $22
More info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2025-almost-maine
April Fools Comedy Jam
April Fools Comedy Jam 2025 features sets by Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Tony Rock, and Dominique.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
When: Saturday, April 5 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $60 and up
Arlington Museum of Art: Princess Diana: Accredited Access Exhibition & Wicked Threads: The Artistry of Costume in Oz
Princess Diana was one of the most photographed people of her time. The Exhibition is a breathtaking visual experience that will bring guests closer to the princess than ever before, pairing vivid stories told by the Husseins with larger than life images and murals. Bespoke art installations from renowned multimedia artist, Pauline Loctin, have been developed exclusively for Accredited Access and are inspired by some of Diana’s most famous moments. This is a ticketed event ($19 to $42). And following the release of the highly anticipated film, the Arlington Museum of Art will debut a collection of costumes from Wicked (2024) celebrating the artistry of the costume design and twenty-one years of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked. Admission is Free.
Where: Arlington Museum of Art, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
When: Diana: January 17 - April 6 / Wicked: January 17 - April 27
Cost: Free (for Wicked) / $19-$42 (for Diana)
More info: https://arlingtonmuseum.org/
Billy Bob’s: Shane Smith & the Saints (Friday & Saturday)
Where: Billy Bob’s Fort Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m.; Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 - $60
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Breakaway Music Festival
The Breakaway Music Festival returns with headliners Slander, Zedd, Afrojack, GRYFFIN, and Louis The Child, joined by 16 national touring acts and four local DJs over two nights. In addition to the main performances, the festival features a silent disco spotlighting local talent and interactive brand experiences that add to the weekend’s atmosphere. Originally scheduled for Friday and Saturday, all Friday programming has been moved to Sunday because of Friday’s rain chances.
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
When: Saturday, April 5 at 4 p.m. and Sunday, April 6 at 4 p.m.
Cost: $129 and up for Saturday / $85 and up for Sunday / $189 and up for whole festival
More info: https://www.breakawayfestival.com/festival/dallas-2025
Bugs LIVE!
A fascinating new exhibition of giant spiders, beetles, and butterflies is taking over the Heard’s nature trails—and these larger-than-life creatures aren’t just for show. They’re animatronic, meaning you’ll see them come to life, moving their limbs and fluttering their wings! The exhibit is included with general admission.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
When: March 15 - June 29
Cost: Adults - $15 / Child (3-12) - $11 / Seniors - $11
More info: https://www.heardmuseum.org/bugs-live/
Dallas Blooms: Outside the Ordinary
It’s a right of Spring in Dallas…Dallas Blooms returns with over 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs, including 350,000 tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and cherry blossoms, evolving weekly with vibrant azaleas and cherry trees. This year’s “Outside the Ordinary” theme features life-size, hyper-realistic bronze sculptures by the late Seward Johnson, known for capturing everyday moments with depth and realism.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas
When: February 22 - April 23
Cost: $22-$26
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/events-activities/dallas-blooms/
Dallas Country, Blues & Red Dirt Festival
Enjoy live performances from award-winning artists, including CMA, Texas CMA, Grammy, and Billboard Top 10 musicians on the main stage. The event also features a curated selection of artists and crafters, a farmers market, and a gourmet garden with craft beer and wine. Thanks to event sponsors, admission and on-site parking are both free. The Festival will also have dates May 3 at The Sound at Cypress Waters and May 10 at Grandscape.
Where: Flower Mound Riverwalk, Flower Mound
When: Saturday, April 5 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://dallascountryfestival.com/
Dallas Margarita Festival
Join 2,500 fellow margarita fans to sample more than 10 different 3.5 oz margaritas—now made exclusively with Patron and served over ice—and vote for the best in Dallas. Each ticket includes a sampling card and a voting chip to help crown the top margarita, with the winning bar or restaurant taking home $1,000 and bragging rights. The event also features a live DJ, food vendors, frozen drinks, a beer garden, a 50-foot Ferris wheel, and a chance to win a trip to Mexico.
Where: Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ, 1950 Market Center Blvd, Dallas
When: Saturday, April 5 from Noon to 6 p.m.
Cost: $20 and up
Darkfield: Séance, Flight, and Coma
The AT&T Performing Arts Center & Realscape Productions bring Darkfield, an immersive audio experience that blurs the line between reality and imagination. Staged inside custom-built shipping containers, Darkfield uses 360-degree binaural sound and sensory effects to transport audiences into unsettling, pitch-black worlds. Three experiences—Séance, Flight, and Coma—challenge perception in different ways. Séance places audiences inside a Victorian séance room where the unknown may be summoned. Flight replicates an airline cabin, exploring the Many-Worlds Interpretation of quantum mechanics, where two realities unfold simultaneously. Coma invites participants to lie down together in a mass experiment, blurring the line between waking and dreaming.
Where: Sammons Park, 2403 Flora St, Dallas
When: March 21 - June 22
Cost: $25 - $60
More Info: https://attpac.org/darkfield
Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair
Rain or shine, the third annual Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair returns this weekend, turning six blocks of Deep Ellum into a three-day celebration of local art, music, food, and culture. More than 120 fine and decorative artists will showcase their work alongside 80+ bands and performers across four stages. Visitors can also enjoy food and drink specials from Deep Ellum’s restaurants and bars throughout the event.
Where: Deep Ellum, Dallas
When: Friday, April 4 11a-10p; Saturday, April 5 11a-10p; Sunday, April 6 11a-8p
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.deepellumfair.com/
Disney On Ice: Let's Dance!
Disney On Ice brings the party to the rink with Let’s Dance!, an energetic show featuring beloved characters like Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy as they take on the role of DJs. With reimagined Disney songs, eye-catching visuals, and stories brought to life through skating, acrobatics, and special effects, the production turns the ice into a colorful celebration of music and movement. Sing along and watch fan-favorite moments unfold in an all-new way!
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: April 3-6
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2025-04-03-disney-on-ice/
Disney's The Little Mermaid
Go under the sea with Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder and the evil sea witch, Ursula! Dive in to the iconic tale of self-discovery and love as a brave little mermaid trades her fins for feet. Featuring Disney’s classic songs “Kiss the Girl,” “Under the Sea,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls” and of course, “Part of Your World.” This show is suitable for all audiences.
Where: Casa Mañana, Fort Worth
When: April 5-6
Cost: $19 and up
More Info: https://casamanana.org/events/little-mermaid/
FWBG: Butterflies in the Garden
Butterflies in the Garden returns to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Rainforest Conservatory from March 1 to April 30. This exhibit features a wide variety of live butterflies from around the world, including species from Central and South America, Africa, and Asia. Visitors can observe these colorful insects up close, including the striking Blue Morpho, one of the exhibit’s highlights. Local butterfly species will also be on display. Ticket prices range from $8 to $22, with discounts available for FWBG members.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: March 1 - April 30
Cost: $8 to $22
More Info: https://fwbg.org/events/
FWBG: Spring Plant Sale
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Spring Plant Sale returns with a wide variety of greenery, from annuals and perennials to vegetables, citrus, bulbs, shrubs, and shade trees. Shoppers can also explore specialty plants grown on-site, connect with local plant societies, and browse garden-themed items from area vendors. Held in The Grove, the event also offers expert gardening advice from staff. Visitors can access the sale for free by parking and entering through the Garden’s West Entrance at 3408 West Freeway.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: Friday, April 4 at 2 p.m. and Saturday, April 5 at 9 a.m.
Cost: Free entry
More Info: https://fwbg.org/full-calendar/spring-plant-sale/
FWSO: Gala Concert Starring Garrick Ohlsson
Since his triumph as winner of the 1970 Chopin International Piano Competition, pianist Garrick Ohlsson has established himself worldwide as a musician of magisterial interpretive and technical prowess. Although long regarded as one of the world’s leading exponents of the music of Frédéric Chopin, Mr. Ohlsson commands an enormous repertoire, which ranges over the entire piano literature. His ten-disc set of the complete Beethoven Sonatas, for Bridge Records, has garnered critical acclaim, including a GRAMMY® for Vol. 3.
Where: Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, April 5, 7 p.m.
Cost: $38 and up
Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival
The Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival highlights the city’s bold food scene with a multi-day showcase of top chefs, creative dishes, and carefully paired drinks. From tacos and burgers to brunch bites and smoked specialties, each event offers its own unique flavor, all complemented by selections from more than 100 wines, craft beers, and spirits. Signature events include Tacos and Tequila, The Main Event, Rise + Dine, Burgers, Brews + Blues, and Ring of Fire.
Where: Heart of the Ranch at Clearfork
When: April 3-6
Cost: $65 and up
More Info: https://fwfwf.org/
Intimate Apparel
Step into early 20th-century New York City with this captivating drama by Lynn Nottage, one of the greatest living playwrights and a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner. The story explores the journey of ambition and personal growth as Esther, an African-American seamstress, navigates a complex web of relationships and romantic correspondence with a distant admirer. Audiences are drawn into a rich tapestry of emotions and societal challenges.
Where: Theatre Three, Dallas
When: April 3-6 / April 9-13 / April 17-20
Cost: $37 - $40
Jekyll & Hyde
Jekyll & Hyde is a musical thriller based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson, featuring a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn and Leslie Bricusse. It follows Dr. Henry Jekyll, whose experiment to solve humanity’s medical woes unleashes his violent alter ego, Mr. Hyde. As two women fall for the same man, neither knows the terrifying truth he’s hiding.
Where: Lyric Stage, 1170 Quaker St, Dallas
When: April 4-6 / April 11-13 / April 18-20
Cost: $30 and up
More info: https://www.lyricstage.org/season31
Jesus Christ Superstar
This dynamic rock opera is loosely based on the Gospels accounts of the days leading up to and including the crucifixion. Includes popular songs "Everything's Alright", "Superstar," and "I Don't Know How to Love Him."
Where: Theatre Denton, 214 W Hickory St, Denton
When: April 3-6 / April 11-13
Cost: $20 - $27
More info: https://theatredenton.com/events/jesus-christ-superstar/2025-04-12/
McKinney Asian Festival
The McKinney Asian Festival invites guests to explore the rich traditions of Asian culture through a variety of experiences, including street food tastings, live cultural performances, and the vibrant lion dance. Attendees can also enjoy demonstrations like calligraphy and the tea ceremony, take part in a kids’ craft workshop, and catch performances of Taiji and traditional Chinese drumming.
Where: Dr. Glenn Mitchell Memorial Park, 300 W Louisiana St, McKinney
When: Saturday, April 5 at 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
More info: http://mckinneyasianfestival.org/
Only Murders in the Building Escape Room
Step into the world of the critically acclaimed, multi-Emmy award-winning series and put your detective skills to the test as you work to recover a stolen film reel in just 60 minutes. The adventure unfolds with hidden bookcase doorways, secret passageways, and immersive elements that reflect key aspects of the show’s beloved characters and storylines.
Where: The Escape Game, 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway, Suite 604, Grapevine
When: February 8 - Limited Time
Cost: $40 and up
Peppa Pig Theme Park
Step into the world of Peppa Pig at the new Peppa Pig Theme Park, where families can immerse themselves in the playful adventures of their favorite characters. Kids can ride their first roller coaster with Daddy Pig, take to the skies in a hot air balloon, or set sail for Pirate Island with Grandad Dog. The park features lively play areas, including the Fun Fair, Mr. Potato’s Showtime Arena, and a “Muddy Puddles” Splash Pad for endless jumping fun. Live entertainment brings the magic to life with singalongs and performances at Mr. Potato’s Showtime Arena. Visitors can also stop by Mr. Fox’s Shop for Peppa Pig-themed toys, apparel, and exclusive souvenirs. And when it’s time for a snack, Miss Rabbit’s Diner offers tasty bites to refuel for more oinktastic fun.
Where: PEPPA PIG Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth, 8851 Blvd 26, North Richland Hills
When: Open 9a-5p daily
Cost: $28 and up
More Info: https://www.peppapigthemepark.com/
Pizza Fest Dallas
Eataly Dallas is hosting what’s being called the biggest pizza festival in DFW—Pizza Fest! More than 30 local pizzerias will serve up their signature slices to over 3,000 attendees, alongside 50+ Italian wines, local beers, and non-alcoholic drinks. The event also features live music and appearances from celebrity chefs including Chris Bianco and Dean Fearing, making it a full day of food, fun, and flavor.
Where: Eataly Dallas, 8687 N Central Expy #2172, Dallas
When: Sunday, April 6 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: $65 and up / kids under 10 get in for free
St. Vincent
St. Vincent and special guest Glass Beams play Sunday night at The Bomb Factory.
Where: The Bomb Factory, 2713 Canton St, Dallas
When: Sunday, April 6 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $50 and up
Stayin’ Alive: One Night of The Bee Gees
Presents this American classic, directed by Terry Martin. Adult content and language.
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
When: Friday, April 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $17 and up
More info: https://www.stayinalivetribute.com/
A Streetcar Named Desire
In A Streetcar Named Desire, Blanche DuBois moves in with her sister and brother-in-law in New Orleans after losing her home. Struggling to escape her past and clinging to fading illusions, Blanche’s world unravels as tensions rise and reality closes in. WaterTower Theatre presents this American classic, directed by Terry Martin. Adult content and language.
Where: WaterTower Theatre / Addison Conference and Theatre Centre, Addison
When: March 26-30 / April 2-6
Cost: $49
Titanic: The Exhibition
Embark on an immersive, interactive tour of the Titanic with vast, jaw-dropping recreations of the ship's interior and exterior. Visit the dock from where the Titanic first sailed, explore the galleries and boiler room, take a look inside a millionaire's suite, stroll the exterior promenade deck under a starry night sky, and see the Grand Staircase with your own eyes.
Where: Pepper Square, 14856 Preston Rd, Dallas
When: April 2-6 / April 9-13 / April 16-20 / April 23-27 / April 30-May 4 / May 7-11
Cost: $30 and up
Info: https://thetitanicexhibition.com/dallas/
Vocal Majority Spring Concert
Celebrate the stories that shape our lives with the Vocal Majority’s Spring Concert, April 5 and 6 at the Eisemann Center in Richardson. With more than 100 voices, the internationally acclaimed chorus will share songs inspired by real-life experiences—featuring love songs, patriotic anthems, sacred music for Easter, and a preview of their upcoming international competition set. Made up of men from all walks of life, the Vocal Majority sings with one goal: to bring harmony to a world that needs it.
Where: Eisemann Center, Richardson
When: Saturday, April 5 at 2 p.m. and Sunday, April 6 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $22 and up
Info: https://www.eisemanncenter.com/event?i=10532
Waitress
Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, is stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the dream of opening her own pie shop…until a baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. Featuring music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Sara Bareilles, Waitress is an uplifting and inspiring musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
Where: Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas
When: April 8-13 / April 15-20
Cost: $45 and up
Info: https://dallastheatercenter.org/shows/waitress/
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