DFW Restaurant Week Preview Weekend
DFW Restaurant Week begins early with a preview weekend at participating restaurants across North Texas. Diners can choose from fixed-price brunch, lunch and dinner menus, including higher-end Signature Experience meals. A portion of each purchase supports either the North Texas Food Bank or Fort Worth-based children and family nonprofit Lena Pope.
Where: Participating restaurants across Dallas, Tarrant, Collin and Denton counties
When: Thursday-Sunday, August 6-9
Cost: $29-$99, depending on the restaurant and menu
The North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency hosts a black-tie evening connecting the region’s business and arts communities. The program begins with a blue-carpet arrival, cocktail reception, regional art exhibition and silent auction, followed by dinner, a keynote address, awards and live performances. The night concludes with the Midnight Gallery afterglow reception.
Where: Live! by Loews Arlington, 1600 E. Randol Mill Road, Arlington
When: Friday, August 7 from 5:30-10 p.m.; Midnight Gallery afterglow begins at 10 p.m.
Cost: $200
African American Museum Dallas - Mandela: The Official Exhibition
Mandela: The Official Exhibition is a major international exhibition produced in collaboration with Round Room Live the Royal House of Mandela and authenticated by the Mandela family. It traces Mandela’s remarkable life through four immersive gallery environments, filled with personal artifacts, multimedia installations, archival photographs, and interactive experiences.
When: Daily through November 1 (Open: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday)
Where: African American Museum Dallas, Fair Park, 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas
Cost: Free
Afroman makes two North Texas stops during the weekend, beginning Friday night at Tannahill’s in the Fort Worth Stockyards and continuing Saturday at the Echo Lounge in Dallas. The rapper is best known for the early-2000s hits “Because I Got High” and “Crazy Rap,” along with a catalog that mixes comedy, storytelling, funk and laid-back hip-hop.
Where: Tannahill’s Music Hall & Lounge, Fort Worth; Echo Lounge & Music Hall, Dallas
When: Friday, August 7 at 9 p.m. in Fort Worth; Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m. in Dallas
Cost: Resale tickets are $45 and up in Fort Worth and $39 and up in Dallas
Anime North Texas brings three days of cosplay, gaming, panels, workshops, special guests, artists and vendors to Irving. The convention gives fans a place to celebrate anime and manga while taking part in costume events, browsing collectibles and artwork, and attending programming throughout the host hotel. A weekend pass provides admission for all three days.
Where: The Westin Dallas Fort Worth Airport, 4545 W. John Carpenter Freeway, Irving
When: Friday-Sunday, August 7-9; programming begins at noon Friday
Cost: Weekend passes are $77.48, including fees
UTA Libraries celebrates the World Cup with “Atlas of Champions,” an exhibition exploring the countries competing in the tournament through historic maps, photographs and artifacts. The collection includes more than 60 maps spanning six centuries, along with items connected to the 1994 World Cup.
When: Tuesdays through Saturdays through September 26
Where: UT Arlington Central Library, sixth floor, Arlington
Cost: Free
Billy Bob's Concerts (Thursday: Chayce Beckham / Friday: Gretchen Wilson / Saturday: Josh Ward)
When: Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $18 - $65
Celia Álvarez Muñoz: El Límite
Fort Worth artist Celia Álvarez Muñoz examines how borders, railroads and languages can connect communities while also dividing them. The site-specific installation combines video, sculpture, sound and other media, drawing from the artist’s experiences along the Texas-Mexico border and incorporating references to Mexican printmaker José Guadalupe Posada.
Where: Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
When: Open Friday-Sunday, August 7-9; exhibition continues through October 18
Cost: Free
Dallas Arboretum: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies
Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies turns the Dallas Arboretum into an open-air art exhibition from April 20 through September 30, featuring 28 large-scale installations and more than 100 works by the internationally recognized neo-expressionist artist. Known for his bold color, layered texture, and recurring images from the natural world, Slonem places monumental sculptures of rabbits, birds, and butterflies throughout the garden, with additional pieces displayed inside the Historic Camp House. The exhibition is included with regular garden admission or membership, and select evenings from May 1 through September 27 will also feature Twilight Nights, offering a different view of the artwork as the garden shifts into dusk.
When: April 20 – September 30
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
Cost: Garden admission (around $26)
Dallas City Hall becomes the setting for an evening of Afrobeat, reggae, dancehall, food and cultural programming. The Dallas One Love Festival highlights connections between Africa and the African diaspora through live music, dancing, vendors and community activities. Children 16 and younger can attend free with a ticketed adult.
Where: Dallas City Hall and Plaza, 1500 Marilla St., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 from 5-10 p.m.; doors open at 4 p.m.
Cost: $5 and up; children 16 and younger are free
Dallas Wings vs. Golden State Valkyries
The Dallas Wings play one of their select downtown games when they face the Golden State Valkyries at American Airlines Center. The Friday night matchup brings two of the WNBA’s best franchises together on a larger stage than the Wings’ usual Arlington home, with the game also scheduled for national television.
Where: American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., Dallas
When: Friday, August 7 at 8:30 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.
Cost: $37.05 and up
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad gets a prehistoric makeover with Dinos on the Tracks. Families can meet friendly dinosaurs, hear stories at the Cotton Belt Depot and climb aboard a themed train ride, then explore the free “Be the Dinosaur” exhibit nearby. It’s the closing weekend.
When: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from June 3 - August 8 / departures at 10:40 a.m.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Grapevine
Cost: $20–$22 per person; parking is free
Dinosaur Quest at Tower Gallery
Grapevine continues its dinosaur-themed summer with a new hands-on exhibit at Tower Gallery. Young visitors can work their way through a maze-style adventure while learning about paleontology and testing their skills as junior fossil hunters.
When: Saturday, June 13 - August 30; open Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Grapevine Tower Gallery
Cost: $3 per person; free for children under 2
North Texas Performing Arts presents the full Broadway adaptation of Disney’s “Frozen,” featuring professional adult performers. The stage production follows sisters Anna and Elsa through the familiar story while expanding the movie’s score with additional songs written for Broadway. Along with “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” the musical includes larger ensemble numbers and new material.
Where: Rodenbaugh Theatre at Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W. Park Blvd., Suite B216, Plano
When: Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 1:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20-$32
“Jersey Shore” personality and touring DJ Pauly D brings his dance-music set to SILO Dallas. The adults-only performance combines club favorites, remixes and hip-hop with the onstage style he developed during his reality television career and subsequent Las Vegas residencies. Admission is limited to guests 18 and older.
Where: SILO Dallas, 1340 Manufacturing St., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 at 9 p.m.
Cost: Resale tickets are $38 and up
Eagles of Death Metal brings its swaggering blend of garage rock, blues and hard rock to the Granada Theater. Despite the name, the band’s music leans more toward stripped-down rock-and-roll than heavy metal, with songs including “I Want You So Hard,” “Wannabe in L.A.” and “Miss Alissa.” Headsend opens the show.
Where: Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.
Cost: Resale tickets are $55 and up
Eataly stays open late for an adults-only summer party filled with Italian food, cocktails, music and games. Admission includes chef-prepared late-night bites and drinks, while DJs Hooligan and Phonk provide the soundtrack. Guests can also visit a game lounge and take the microphone during late-night karaoke sessions.
Where: Eataly Dallas at NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Suite 2172, Dallas
When: Friday, August 7 from 8 p.m.-midnight
Cost: $95
Fort Worth Botanic Garden: Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden opens Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!, featuring more than 40 bright, oversized nature-inspired sculptures made with LEGO bricks.
When: Opens Friday, May 22; continues daily through Sept. 7
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Cost: Included with garden admission; admission is $12 adults, $6 children, and free for children under 2.
Garland Music Made Here: HeartByrne
Garland’s free outdoor concert series welcomes HeartByrne, a tribute band devoted to the music of Talking Heads and David Byrne. The group draws from new-wave, funk and art-rock favorites such as “Burning Down the House,” “Once in a Lifetime,” “Psycho Killer” and “This Must Be the Place.” Downtown restaurants will be open nearby, and children can visit the activity area.
Where: Downtown Garland Square, 520 W. State St., Garland
When: Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Gaylord Texan All-American SummerFest
Gaylord Texan launches a summer-long celebration with resort activities inspired by America’s 250th birthday. Guests can find live entertainment, pool parties, scavenger hunts, light shows, silent discos, dive-in movies and other seasonal experiences across the Grapevine resort.
When: Seasonal programming continues through Sept. 7
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine
Cost: Prices vary by activity and resort package. Some experiences are reserved for overnight guests
Georgia O’Keeffe and the Carter
The Amon Carter Museum explores Georgia O’Keeffe’s connections to Texas through paintings, drawings, photographs, letters and archival material. O’Keeffe spent time teaching in West Texas before becoming one of the most recognizable figures in American modernism, and the exhibition examines how those early experiences influenced her approach to landscape, color and form.
Where: Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
When: Open Friday-Sunday, August 7-9; exhibition continues through September 2027
Cost: Free
The Firehouse Theatre holds its production of the rock-and-roll musical set at Rydell High School in 1959. Danny and Sandy’s summer romance becomes much more complicated when they discover they are now classmates. The score includes “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’,” “Hopelessly Devoted to You” and “You’re the One That I Want.”
Where: The Firehouse Theatre, 2535 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch
When: Thursday-Friday, August 6-7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 2:30 p.m.; continues through August 23
Cost: $35-$38
Inspired by the 1925 Scopes “Monkey” Trial, Inherit the Wind follows a teacher prosecuted for introducing Darwin’s theory of evolution in his classroom. The resulting courtroom battle becomes a broader examination of education, faith, intellectual freedom and the right to challenge established ideas.
Where: Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving
When: Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $26.50-$33.50
Regional Mexican singer Jorge Medina performs in Irving as part of his Legendario Tour. Medina spent more than a decade as one of the lead vocalists for La Arrolladora Banda El Limón before beginning a solo career, and his concerts combine newer music with songs associated with his years in the influential banda group.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.
Cost: $53 and up
Kesha brings the Freedom Tour to Dos Equis Pavilion with a set expected to span her career, from the party-pop songs that first made her famous to the more personal and experimental music she has released since. Her catalog includes “TiK ToK,” “We R Who We R,” “Praying” and “Joyride.” Chromeo and MEEK open the concert.
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, 3839 S. Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas
When: Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $35 and up
King Arthur & Merlin: A Tale of Sword & Sorcery
Pocket Sandwich Theatre gives the legend of Camelot its signature popcorn-throwing treatment in this world-premiere comedy. Uther, Merlin, Morgana and a less-than-heroic King Arthur fight, flirt and stumble through a magical struggle over Britain’s future. Audiences are encouraged to boo the villains, cheer the heroes and throw popcorn during the performance.
Where: Pocket Sandwich Theatre, 1104 S. Elm St., Carrollton
When: Thursday-Saturday, August 6-8 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 2 p.m.; continues through August 22
Cost: $26 adults; $24 for seniors 60 and older, military members and children 12 and younger, plus service fees
Jubilee Theatre presents Ché Walker’s musical about two strangers whose first meeting develops into a complicated relationship shaped by attraction, emotional wounds and the possibility of healing. “Klook & Vinette” uses soul, jazz and spoken-word influences to follow the couple through love, conflict and second chances. The production contains mature language and situations.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, 506 Main St., Fort Worth
When: Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 3 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 3 p.m.
Cost: $30.70-$32.80, including fees
Marco Antonio Solís: Tour Gratitud 2026
Mexican singer, songwriter and producer Marco Antonio Solís brings his Tour Gratitud to Dickies Arena. Solís first found success with Los Bukis before beginning a long solo career, producing romantic ballads including “Si No Te Hubieras Ido,” “Más Que Tu Amigo” and “Mi Eterno Amor Secreto.”
Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth
When: Friday, August 7 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $99 and up
Dogs and their owners can cool off together as a Mesquite pool fills with tennis balls for an afternoon of swimming and play. Pets can compete for prizes in a swimsuit contest, dog-paddle race and diving competition. The first 100 dogs receive beef jerky treats from Happy Howie’s, while Starbucks will provide pup cups, iced coffee and passion tea while supplies last.
Where: Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Dr., Mesquite
When: Saturday, August 8 from
Cost: One dog & owner: $5 / Each additional dog/spectator: $2 (higher for non-residents)
Nasher Sculpture Center: Roy Lichtenstein: Drawing in Process
Take a closer look at one of pop art's biggest names through an exhibition that explores Roy Lichtenstein's creative process. Sketches, studies and finished works reveal how the iconic artist transformed simple ideas into bold, instantly recognizable pieces.
Where: Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas
When: Daily through October 24
Cost: $18 adults; seniors $15; students $10; free for members and children 12 & under
NE-YO & AKON: Nights Like This Tour
NE-YO and Akon share the stage at Dos Equis Pavilion for a night built around two major catalogs from the 2000s and 2010s. NE-YO’s hits include “So Sick,” “Closer” and “Miss Independent,” while Akon is known for songs such as “Lonely,” “Smack That” and “Don’t Matter.”
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, 3839 S. Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $67 and up
Plano’s unusual new museum explores the legends, alleged evidence and reported sightings behind creatures such as Bigfoot, Mothman and mysterious swamp beasts. The indoor exhibition features full-size recreations, immersive environments and displays inspired by North American folklore.
When: Thursdays - Sundays through August 30
Where: North American Cryptid Museum at Dark Hour, 701 Taylor Drive, Plano
Cost: Tickets range from $16 to $46.95
North Texas SC vs. Tacoma Defiance
North Texas SC continues its MLS NEXT Pro season with a Saturday night home match against Tacoma Defiance. The developmental side connected to FC Dallas features young professional players working toward opportunities with the senior team. The club is also marking Back to School Night at its Mansfield home.
Where: Texas Health Mansfield Stadium, 3405 Stadium Drive, Mansfield
When: Saturday, August 8 at 7:45 p.m.
Cost: Resale tickets are $43 and up
Collectors can browse more than 300 tables of sports cards, memorabilia and related merchandise during the NTX Sports Card Show. A separate trading-card-game section includes around 100 tables devoted to Pokémon and other games, while the same admission also provides access to the NTX Comic Show. Parking is free.
Where: NTX Arena, 2401 S. Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville
When: Saturday, August 8 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $3; children younger than 12 are free
Peppa Pig Theme Park has its summer celebration with interactive activities, character experiences and splash-pad fun for younger children. The seasonal programming is included with regular park admission and adds extra reasons for families to make a day of the North Richland Hills attraction.
When: Daily through August 16 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Where: Peppa Pig Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth, North Richland Hills
Cost: Admission starts around $26 in advance; children under 2 are free
Phenomenomaly at Meow Wolf Grapevine
Meow Wolf’s immersive summer performance series returns inside The Real Unreal. As visitors explore the attraction, they can encounter interactive theater, music, comedy and large-scale visual moments connected to the fictional migration of the cosmic “flickerwerms.”
When: Daily from June 5 through August 9
Where: Meow Wolf Grapevine at Grapevine Mills
Cost: Included with Meow Wolf admission; tickets start around $41 for adults and $21 for children. Children under 4 are free.
Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents a major survey of Rashid Johnson’s work across photography, painting, sculpture, video and installation. The exhibition examines identity, history, philosophy, anxiety and Black popular culture, bringing together works from throughout Johnson’s career along with several large-scale pieces.
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth
When: Thursday-Sunday, August 6-9; exhibition continues through September 27
Cost: $16 adults; $12 seniors, military members and first responders; $10 students; free for visitors under 18. Admission is free Friday and half-price Sunday
Rockwall San Jacinto Music Series
Downtown Rockwall’s San Jacinto Music Series continues August 7 and August 8 with Josh Jaccard on Friday and Ryan Berg on Saturday.
When: Friday–Saturday, August 7-August 8, 7–9:30 p.m. (shows continue through October)
Where: San Jacinto Plaza, Rockwall
Cost: Free
The Drunk Shakespeare Society puts an unpredictable spin on Shakespeare’s tragic romance. One member of the five-actor cast takes five shots before the performance begins, leaving the ensemble to navigate the classic story through improvisation, audience interaction and plenty of unexpected detours. The show is for guests 21 and older.
Where: Deep Ellum Art Co., 3200 Commerce St., Dallas
When: Thursday-Sunday, August 6-9, with additional Wednesday-Sunday performances through September 20; showtimes vary
Cost: $34 and up
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
Outcry Youth Theatre presents Tom Stoppard’s inventive comedy, which retells “Hamlet” from the perspective of two minor characters who are never quite sure what is happening around them. The production blends Shakespeare, wordplay, philosophy and absurd humor as Rosencrantz and Guildenstern try to understand the roles they have been assigned.
Where: Addison Performing Arts Centre, 15650 Addison Road, Addison
When: Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $10-$20, plus online service fees
Rover Dramawerks: 10-Minute Comedies
Rover Dramawerks presents nine short plays selected through its international comedy contest. The lineup ranges from a disastrous housewarming and an unusual science experiment to origami bees, office relationships and a celestial bank. Audience members can vote for their favorite production, with the winning playwright receiving the festival’s Best of the Fest honor.
Where: Cox Playhouse, 1517 H Ave., Plano
When: Friday, August 7 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 3 p.m.; continues through August 15
Cost: By donation
Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork
The Dallas Museum of Art traces five centuries of Japanese metalwork through more than 90 pieces. The exhibition includes armor, sword fittings, decorative objects and intricate works created as Japan transitioned from the era of the samurai to the imperial court. The pieces show how craftspeople adapted military techniques to produce highly detailed art for new audiences.
Where: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Open Thursday-Sunday, August 6-9; exhibition continues through September 6
Cost: $20; free for museum members
Richardson Theatre Centre presents Philip King’s fast-moving British farce set inside an English vicarage during World War II. A visiting actor, an escaped prisoner and several mistaken identities create an increasingly tangled series of entrances, exits and misunderstandings, with multiple characters eventually appearing in clerical clothing.
Where: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson
When: Friday-Saturday, August 7-8 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $22-$24, plus fees
The Perot Museum explores the science, technology and culture behind the world’s most popular sport through a 10,000-square-foot interactive exhibition. Visitors can enter through a stadium-style tunnel, test their skills through hands-on challenges and examine how engineering, physics, equipment design and data influence the modern game.
Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 2201 N. Field St., Dallas
When: Daily through January 4, 2027
Cost: $39 total for adults and $27 total for children ages 2-12, including museum admission and the exhibition ticket
Experience a true Texas tradition as cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding and more inside historic Cowtown Coliseum. The rodeo has been entertaining visitors in the Fort Worth Stockyards for generations and remains one of the area's signature weekend attractions.
When: Thursday, August 6 - Sunday, August 9
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth
Cost: $35 and up
Stranger Things ’80s Setlist Concert
Netflix House Dallas hosts an ’80s cover band for a concert inspired by the music and atmosphere of “Stranger Things.” The separately ticketed performance takes place inside Netflix Bites and offers fans another way to explore the Hawkins-inspired setting beyond the larger “Stranger Things: Escape the Dark” experience.
Where: Netflix House Dallas at Galleria Dallas, 13550 Dallas Parkway, Dallas
When: Thursday, August 6 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $25
The Tony Award-winning musical “Suffs” brings the story of the American women’s suffrage movement to Bass Performance Hall. Written by Shaina Taub, the production follows the activists who fought for the vote while also exploring the movement’s internal disagreements, generational conflicts and unfinished work. The score combines history with humor and contemporary musical-theater storytelling.
Where: Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth
When: Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $62 and up Thursday; $67.50 and up Saturday and Sunday
A severe 1951 winter storm traps five people inside a shuttered Tennessee barbecue restaurant in this drama by Kim E. Ruyle. When a young white woman and Black man seek shelter with an older white couple, the arrival of a searching sheriff’s deputy forces the restaurant owners to confront prejudice, compassion and the consequences of helping strangers.
Where: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Suite 115, Richardson
When: Friday-Saturday, August 7-8 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 3 p.m.; continues through August 30
Cost: $20 adults and seniors; $15 students
Texas Rangers vs. Baltimore Orioles
The Rangers host the Baltimore Orioles for a three-game weekend series at Globe Life Field. Friday’s opener begins under the lights, followed by a Saturday evening game and a Sunday afternoon finale. The series is the Rangers’ only home appearance during the August 6-9 weekend.
Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Drive, Arlington
When: Friday, August 7 at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at 6:15 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at 1:35 p.m.
Cost: $15 and up
The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers: Southern Hospitality Tour
The Black Crowes and Texas band Whiskey Myers join forces for an outdoor concert in Dallas. The Black Crowes bring Southern-rock favorites including “Hard to Handle,” “She Talks to Angels” and “Remedy,” while Whiskey Myers blends country, blues and rock through songs such as “Stone” and “Broken Window Serenade.” Southall opens the show.
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, 3839 S. Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas
When: Sunday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: About $28 and up
Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings reunite under The Guess Who name for a Fort Worth concert featuring songs including “American Woman,” “No Sugar Tonight,” “These Eyes” and “Share the Land.” Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder joins the tour, bringing music from his solo career and his years with the Eagles.
Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth
When: Sunday, August 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 and up
The Mavericks’ surviving members celebrate the music and legacy of late frontman Raul Malo with a concert featuring guest vocalists James Otto and Emily West. The evening draws from the group’s mix of country, rock, Latin music and pop, including songs such as “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down,” “Dance the Night Away” and “There Goes My Heart.”
Where: Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.
Cost: $58 and up
Texas Discovery Gardens hosts a free family festival connecting science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics with creativity and conflict resolution. The day includes hands-on educational activities, demonstrations and community programming designed to give children approachable ways to explore STEAM subjects while learning how those skills can be used to solve problems.
Where: Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park, 3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Austin heavy-rock band The Sword shares the bill with Portland’s Red Fang at The Bomb Factory. Both groups draw from heavy metal, hard rock and stoner-rock influences, with The Sword known for songs such as “Freya” and “Cloak of Feathers” and Red Fang for “Prehistoric Dog” and “Wires.” Spoon Benders opens.
Where: The Bomb Factory, 2713 Canton St., Dallas
When: Friday, August 7 at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.
Cost: $64 and up
R&B singer Trey Songz performs at Will Rogers Auditorium with a catalog that includes “Say Aah,” “Bottoms Up,” “Can’t Help But Wait” and “Slow Motion.” The Virginia native has released eight studio albums and collaborated with artists across R&B and hip-hop. Vocal group Sentury opens the Fort Worth concert.
Where: Will Rogers Auditorium, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
When: Saturday, August 8 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $73.50 and up
Trophy Club Margarita Festival
Restaurants and bartenders compete to be named the maker of Trophy Club’s best margarita during this afternoon tasting festival. Guests can sample competing drinks while enjoying a live DJ, food vendors, a beer garden and market vendors. The event also includes a trip giveaway and other activities centered on the festival’s margarita showdown.
Where: HG Sply Co. Trophy Club, 2980 State Highway 114 Frontage Road, Trophy Club
When: Saturday, August 8 from noon-6 p.m.
Cost: $25 and up
UniverSoul Circus opens its Dallas engagement with a new production combining acrobatics, comedy, dance, music and audience participation. The company’s international cast performs under the big top at RedBird, with multiple matinee and evening shows available during the opening weekend. Children younger than 12 months may sit on an adult’s lap without a separate ticket.
Where: The Shops at RedBird, 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Road, Dallas
When: Thursday-Friday, August 6-7 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 at noon, 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 9 at noon, 3 and 6:30 p.m. / also Thursday-Sundays through August 23
Cost: Resale tickets are $38 and up; parking is free
Bring your dancing shoes to Vitruvian Park on Saturdays in August for the Vitruvian Salsa Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, salsa lessons, food trucks, food vendors, and more from 6:00pm – 10:00pm. Entertainment includes: August 8 – Latin Swing, August 15 – Tumbaka, August 22 – Havana NRG. Parking for $15 is available at Vitruvian Park – Bella Lane & Ponte Avenue parking lots and Alfred J. Loos Sports Complex – 3815 Spring Valley Road, Addison.
When: Saturday, August 8 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. / also Saturdays through August 22
Where: Vitruvian Park, 3966 Vitruvian Way, Addison
Cost: Free / Parking - $15
The Walt Disney Studios and World War II Exhibition
The Walt Disney Studios and World War II explores how the famous animation studio shifted into wartime service after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. The exhibition features more than 500 artifacts, film clips, and historical materials showing how Disney artists created training films, public information shorts, and military insignia while also producing artwork used in wartime campaigns at home. It also highlights the role Walt Disney and his staff played in supporting the Allied effort, using familiar characters and animation to inform the public, boost troop morale, and promote initiatives like rationing, recycling, and war bond drives.
When: March 13 - September 10
Where: Dallas Holocaust and Human Right Museum, Dallas
Cost: $12 and up (free for students)
North Texas’ newest theme park is now open. Designed specifically for families with younger children, the Frisco resort includes seven lands featuring Shrek, SpongeBob SquarePants, the Minions, Trolls, Jurassic World, Puss in Boots and Gabby’s Dollhouse.
When: Open daily
Where: Universal Kids Resort, Frisco
Cost: One day admission - $54.99 and up / Two day - $73.99 and up
WhoaZone at Grapevine offers a floating obstacle-course water park on Lake Grapevine, with climbing, sliding, jumping and splashing for active families. Meadowmere Park also has beach and lake access, so non-participants can still come along and enjoy the park.
When: Daily through September 7 / Mon - Fri: 12pm - 7pm / Sat & Sun: 11am - 7pm
Where: Meadowmere Park, Grapevine
Cost: $23 and up; Meadowmere Park entry is $10 per car, with higher holiday rates.
