Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show
Circle Theatre wraps up its production of the Tony Award-winning musical revue celebrating jazz legend Fats Waller and the Harlem Renaissance. The lively show brings the music of the 1920s and '30s to life with jazzy rhythms, memorable songs, colorful personalities and plenty of humor. This is the final weekend to catch the production, which returned to the Fort Worth theater by popular demand.
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W. Fourth St., Fort Worth
When: Friday, October 23, at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m.
Cost: $40–$45; Friday student and faculty rush tickets $10 with ID
Amphibian Stage presents a provocative theatrical production that reimagines the ancient Greek tragedy against the backdrop of the 1953 CIA-backed coup in Iran. Blending historical events with political intrigue and dark humor, the play explores power, loyalty and the consequences of international intervention. The production opens this weekend and continues into November.
Where: Amphibian Stage, 120 S. Main St., Fort Worth
When: Thursday, October 22 - Monday, October 26, Thursday, October 29 - Sunday, November 1
Cost: $20 - $60
Theatre Coppell concludes its production of Agatha Christie's classic murder mystery. Ten strangers are invited to an isolated island mansion, where a mysterious recording accuses each of them of murder. When the guests begin dying one by one, suspicion turns toward everyone still alive. The suspenseful story remains one of Christie's most famous theatrical works and offers a fittingly eerie outing before Halloween.
Where: Wheelice Wilson Jr. Theatre, Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St., Coppell
When: Friday and Saturday, October 23–24, at 8 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, at 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $24.97–$28.38
Family Music Theatre brings one of Broadway's most beloved musicals to Dallas for a three-week run. Set in 1930s New York City, Annie follows an optimistic young orphan determined to find the family she's always dreamed of. Her journey takes her from the orphanage run by the demanding Miss Hannigan into the world of billionaire Oliver Warbucks. Filled with heart, humor and memorable songs including "Tomorrow," "Maybe" and "It's the Hard Knock Life," the show celebrates resilience, kindness and the meaning of family. It's a wonderful choice for a family theater outing.
Where: New Vida Center, 3727 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas
When: Friday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 24, at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Performances continue Fridays and Saturdays through October 31.
Cost: $20 for adults; $15 for seniors ages 55 and older and children ages 5–12
Garland Civic Theatre brings Cole Porter's classic musical comedy to the stage for its final weekend. Set aboard a luxury ocean liner traveling from New York to London, the show follows a collection of lovestruck passengers, eccentric characters and elaborate disguises. The memorable Broadway score includes "Anything Goes," "You're the Top" and "I Get a Kick Out of You."
Where: Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St., Garland
When: Friday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, at 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $17 - $27
The lawn at The Shops at Clearfork becomes an outdoor art gallery for three days as approximately 90 accomplished artists display their work. Visitors can browse paintings, sculptures, jewelry, ceramics, photography and other fine arts while watching demonstrations of traditional craftsmanship. Glassblowing, metalworking and pottery demonstrations add an interactive touch, while musical performances, including appearances by Fort Worth Opera artists, provide the soundtrack.
Where: The Shops at Clearfork, Fort Worth
When: Friday–Sunday, October 23–25; Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Free
One of Fort Worth's biggest annual arts celebrations transforms 21 blocks of Magnolia Avenue into an enormous outdoor gallery and street party. More than 1,000 artists and dozens of musical acts participate in the festival, which stretches more than a mile through the Near Southside. Visitors can browse original artwork, watch artists at work, discover local musicians and explore neighborhood restaurants and shops. The festival typically draws more than 80,000 attendees.
Where: Magnolia Avenue, between Eighth Avenue and South Main Street, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, October 24, noon–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Beware! of the Square in Celina
Downtown Celina turns spooky for its annual Halloween celebration, bringing costumed characters, trick-or-treating and family activities to the city's historic square. The festivities include elaborate decorations, live entertainment, a haunted attraction and interactive experiences throughout downtown. Children can show off their costumes while families explore one of North Texas' distinctive small-town gathering places.
Where: Historic Downtown Square, Celina
When: Saturday, October 24, 4–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Billy Bob's Concerts (Friday: David Lee Murphy / Saturday: Gary Allan)
When: Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $20 - $85
The Fort Worth Zoo celebrates Halloween with a family-friendly weekend of costumes, treats and animal encounters. Children can visit treat stations throughout the zoo while enjoying live entertainment and educational animal presentations. It's an opportunity to celebrate Halloween without the jump scares of a haunted house, and the festivities are included with regular zoo admission.
Where: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth
When: Friday–Sunday, October 23–25, during regular zoo hours
Cost: $22 adults; $18 children ages 3–12; children 2 and younger free
Texas country favorite Casey Donahew headlines a Saturday-night concert in Irving. The Burleson native has built a devoted following through independent releases, packed concert venues and fan favorites including "Stockyards," "White Trash Story" and "Double-Wide Dream." His unmistakable Texas sound makes this an especially appealing show for country music fans.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Saturday, October 24, at 7 p.m.
Cost: $35 and up
Cedar Springs Halloween Block Party
One of Dallas' largest Halloween parties transforms several blocks of Cedar Springs Road into a massive outdoor costume celebration. Thousands of revelers are expected for music, DJs, drag performances, entertainment and an enormous costume catwalk stretching down the street. The event has been a fixture of the Oak Lawn community for more than four decades. Street festivities are open to guests 18 and older, while participating nightclubs are restricted to ages 21 and older.
Where: Cedar Springs Road, 3900 block, Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24, beginning at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free for the outdoor street party
Denton's macabre musical circus returns as part of the city's Day of the Dead festivities. The theatrical production combines original songs, eerie storytelling, comedy, poetry and circus-inspired performances beneath a big-top tent. The show balances spooky entertainment with humor, creating an unusual Halloween experience for audiences looking for something beyond the traditional haunted house.
Where: Big Top Tent, Denton's Day of the Dead Festival, downtown Denton
When: Friday–Sunday, October 23–25; multiple performances
Cost: $17 and up
Trading cards, anime, video games and pop culture take over the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center for one of the country's largest collectibles conventions. Visitors can explore hundreds of vendors selling Pokémon cards, sports cards, comics, toys and collectibles while meeting celebrity guests and voice actors. Scheduled guests include rapper Soulja Boy, Dragon Ball voice actor Sean Schemmel and numerous other performers known for their work in animation.
Where: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $41 and up / FREE Admission for Children 7 and under
Latin pop superstar Cristian Castro brings his romantic ballads and powerful vocals to Grand Prairie for an evening of Spanish-language music. Known for decades of hits including "Azul," "Por Amarte Así" and "Lloviendo Estrellas," Castro remains one of the most recognizable voices in Latin pop. The concert offers a major international music attraction for North Texas audiences.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Texas Trust Way, Grand Prairie
When: Friday, October 23, at 8 p.m.
Cost: $114 and up
Crossroads of Texas GO TEXAN Country Festival
Historic downtown Waxahachie fills with country music, food and vendors for one of Ellis County's biggest annual community celebrations. More than 200 vendor booths are expected, with live entertainment, arts, crafts, children's activities and plenty of Texas-style festival food. The event takes advantage of Waxahachie's historic courthouse square and distinctive downtown architecture, making it a terrific fall day trip.
Where: Historic Downtown Waxahachie
When: Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Fort Worth’s massive haunted attraction starts ramping up for Halloween season inside a century-old former meat-packing facility. The multi-story experience combines live actors, special effects and maze-like environments.
Where: Cutting Edge Haunted House, 1701 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
When: Select nights during Halloween season, including this weekend (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Cost: $30 and up; parking is $20 cash
Dallas Arboretum: Autumn at the Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum launches its signature fall festival with more than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash. This year’s “Harvest Hues” theme takes inspiration from artists including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Mark Rothko, Piet Mondrian and Jackson Pollock.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
When: Runs daily through November 1
Cost: Included with regular garden admission. (around $26)
Dallas Symphony Orchestra: Rachmaninoff & Schubert
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents a weekend of classical masterpieces at the Meyerson Symphony Center. The program features Richard Strauss' Horn Concerto No. 2, showcasing the instrument's range and expressive qualities, alongside Beethoven's thrilling Symphony No. 7. Principal horn Daniel Hawkins takes the spotlight as featured soloist.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas
When: Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m., Friday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $29 and up
Dallas Theater Center: The Monsters
Dallas Theater Center presents the regional premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's acclaimed drama about two siblings trying to rebuild their relationship through mixed martial arts. After 16 years apart, an aspiring fighter reconnects with her brother, an accomplished competitor, and discovers that their toughest battles may have little to do with what happens inside the ring. The play combines humor, emotional intensity and the physicality of combat sports.
Where: Wyly Studio Theatre, 2400 Flora St., Dallas
When: Thursday and Friday, October 22–23, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, October 24–25, at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Continues through November 1.
Cost: Tickets start at $50
Country-pop duo Dan + Shay brings its signature harmonies to Dallas for an outdoor concert. The Grammy-winning pair has produced a long list of hits, including "Tequila," "Speechless," "10,000 Hours" and "From the Ground Up." Their blend of country storytelling and contemporary pop production has made them one of the genre's most successful touring acts.
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, Fair Park, Dallas
When: Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m.
Cost: $37 and up
Plano's elaborate haunted attraction brings Halloween to life with theatrical sets, costumed performers and immersive environments built around supernatural stories. Unlike a traditional walk-through haunted house, Dark Hour incorporates detailed staging and live performances to create an experience that feels more like stepping into a horror production.
Where: Dark Hour Haunted House, 701 Taylor Drive, Plano
When: Thursday–Sunday, October 22–25; select additional nights through November 13.
Cost: General admission starts at $39, with premium admission packages up to $110
Denton's Day of the Dead Festival
Downtown Denton celebrates Halloween and Día de los Muertos with one of North Texas' most distinctive festivals. The day's highlights include the wildly entertaining coffin races, where teams race elaborately decorated wheeled coffins through the streets. Visitors can also enjoy live music, food, costumes, art and the evening's lantern parade. The festival combines colorful Mexican cultural traditions with Denton's delightfully unconventional personality.
Where: Hickory, Oak and Industrial streets, downtown Denton
When: Saturday, October 24, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; related performances throughout the weekend
Cost: Free
Día de los Muertos Festival at the Latino Cultural Center
Dallas' Latino Cultural Center celebrates the Mexican tradition of honoring departed loved ones with an afternoon of music, dance, art and family activities. The festival features colorful altars, traditional performances, a Catrina fashion competition and dozens of vendors offering handmade goods and food. The annual celebration introduces visitors to the history and meaning of Día de los Muertos in a welcoming, community-focused setting.
Where: Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Diwali: Festival of Lights — Flower Mound
Flower Mound celebrates Diwali, one of India's most important holidays, with an outdoor festival of cultural performances, music, food and family activities. The Festival of Lights symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Visitors can experience Indian dance, traditional clothing, local vendors and the vibrant traditions associated with the holiday.
Where: Gerault Park, 1116 Gerault Road, Flower Mound
When: Saturday, October 24, 4–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Do Good Fest Texas is an unforgettable evening filled with music, food, community, and most importantly, doing good. The festival features their biggest musical line-up yet: Barenaked Ladies, Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories and the Beats for Good band. You will also find food trucks with lots of delicious options. All proceeds will benefit the Tarrant Area Foodbank to help end childhood hunger.
Where: Levitt Pavilion Arlington, 100 W. Abram St., Arlington
When: Saturday, October 24 from 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 for general admission
Global music superstar Ed Sheeran brings his LOOP Tour to AT&T Stadium for one of the biggest concerts of the fall. The Grammy-winning British singer-songwriter has become one of the world's most successful live performers with hits including "Shape of You," "Perfect," "Thinking Out Loud" and "Bad Habits." The stadium-sized production brings Sheeran's signature combination of acoustic guitar, pop hooks and deeply personal songwriting to Arlington.
Where: AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington
When: Saturday, October 24, at 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $46 and up
Historic downtown Ennis welcomes fall with a lively festival featuring seasonal attractions, shopping, live entertainment and family activities. Visitors can wander through a pumpkin patch and hay maze, enjoy carnival rides, browse artisan vendors and sample festival food. The celebration offers a more relaxed small-town alternative to some of the Metroplex's enormous weekend events.
Where: Downtown Ennis, 302 N. Dallas St., Ennis
When: Saturday, October 24, noon–9 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Cost: Free admission; rides and activities may cost extra
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History: Forces at Play
The interactive sports-science exhibition explores how gravity, friction, momentum and engineering affect athletic performance and equipment design.
Where: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
When: Daily; continues through February 28, 2027
Cost: Included with museum admission ($12 - $16)
Lyric Stage closes its production of Stephen Schwartz's beloved Broadway musical, which uses music, storytelling and humor to explore the teachings of Jesus and the power of community. The uplifting score includes familiar songs such as "Day by Day" and "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord." The intimate production brings the audience close to the performers for a musical experience centered on faith, friendship and hope.
Where: Lyric Stage Studios, Dallas
When: Performances through Sunday, October 25
Cost: $31.50 - $51.50
Grand Diwali Mela: Dallas Festival of Lights
A major celebration of India's Festival of Lights comes to McKinney with a full day of cultural entertainment, food, shopping and family activities. The festival features Indian dance performances, music, traditional fashions, vendors and a carnival atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the colorful traditions associated with Diwali while experiencing the rich cultural diversity of North Texas' Indian community.
Where: Myers Park & Event Center, 7117 County Road 166, McKinney
When: Saturday, October 24, noon–10 p.m.
Cost: $10 and up; children younger than 10 free
Hall's Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze
One of Grapevine's longtime fall traditions opens for the season this weekend with pumpkins, farm animals, vintage tractors and a two-acre corn maze that visitors can tackle during the day or after dark with a flashlight.
Where: Hall's Pumpkin Farm, 3420 Hall-Johnson Road, Grapevine
When: Thursday, October 22 from 3-8 p.m.; Friday, October 23 from 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, October 25 from 1-8 p.m. (Through Sunday, November 1st.)
Cost: $15 for adults and ages 12 and older; $10 for children 4-11; children 3 and younger free; seniors and veterans free. Corn maze included. Cash only.
Halloween Critter Hunt & Downtown Delights
Historic Downtown Carrollton celebrates Halloween with an afternoon of trick-or-treating, scavenger hunts and family entertainment. Children can search for the city's bronze animal statues dressed up for Halloween, visit participating downtown merchants for treats and enjoy photo opportunities. The festivities also include an outdoor showing of Disney's The Haunted Mansion.
Where: Historic Downtown Carrollton, 1100 Elm St., Carrollton
When: Saturday, October 24, 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Dinosaurs return to the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary with a collection of life-size animatronic creatures along the museum's nature trails. The outdoor exhibition features a towering Tyrannosaurus rex and other prehistoric animals, combining a woodland walk with moving dinosaur displays and educational information.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney
When: Daily during regular museum hours; exhibition continues through March 1, 2027
Cost: $16 adults; $14 seniors; $12 children ages 3–12; children 2 and younger free
Theatre Three presents Doug Wright's Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning drama about the extraordinary life of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf. The play tells the true story of a German transgender woman who survived both Nazi Germany and communist East Germany. Performed as an intimate solo piece, the production explores identity, courage, memory and survival against overwhelming political and social pressure.
Where: Theatre Too at Theatre Three, 2688 Laclede St., Dallas
When: Thursday–Sunday, October 22–25; performances continue through November 1
Cost: $37 - $40
Jubilee Theatre concludes the world-premiere run of a new play celebrating the history of Idlewild, Michigan, once one of America's most important Black resort communities. The story follows Carlean, a young woman from Detroit who joins the celebrated Arthur Braggs Idlewild Revue and discovers her own talents, identity and independence. The production combines romance, entertainment history and the enduring spirit of a woman determined to build a better future.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, 506 Main St., Fort Worth
When: Friday, October 23, at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m.
Cost: $28 - $30
The University of Texas at Arlington presents Stephen Sondheim's celebrated musical that brings several familiar fairy tales together in one imaginative adventure. Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and a childless baker and his wife all discover that getting what you wish for doesn't necessarily lead to a happily-ever-after. The musical blends humor, fantasy and memorable songs with thoughtful messages about choices and consequences.
Where: Mainstage Theatre, Fine Arts Building, University of Texas at Arlington
When: Thursday–Saturday, October 22–24, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, at 2 p.m.
Cost: $22 adults; $15 seniors and UTA students, faculty and staff; $10 UTA theatre majors
Singer-songwriter Sam Beam, better known as Iron & Wine, brings his intimate blend of indie folk and acoustic music to the historic Majestic Theatre. Known for songs including "Naked as We Came" and "Flightless Bird, American Mouth," Beam has developed a devoted audience with his gentle vocals and richly detailed songwriting. Special guest DUG joins the Dallas performance.
Where: Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St., Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m.
Cost: $48 and up
Killer Queen: A Tribute to Queen
The music of Freddie Mercury and Queen comes roaring back to life at Dallas' historic Longhorn Ballroom. International touring tribute band Killer Queen, featuring Patrick Myers as Mercury, recreates the band's theatrical stage presence and unmistakable sound. Expect a concert packed with rock classics including "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," "Somebody to Love" and "Don't Stop Me Now."
Where: Longhorn Ballroom, 216 Corinth St., Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m.; doors at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $32 and up
Klyde Warren Park: Trick-or-Treating in the Park
Dress up the whole family as Klyde Warren Park hosts its sixth-annual free trick-or-treating in the Park. There will be plenty of candy to collect, plus costume contests and classic comedy with a nighttime showing of Toy Story 5. Last year’s event brought more than 20,000 guests to the Park for games and family activities – plus loads of candy.
Where: Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
When: Saturday, October 24 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Old Town Lewisville transforms into a Halloween playground for an evening of trick-or-treating, entertainment and spooky family fun. Children can collect treats from downtown businesses, enjoy inflatable attractions and take a haunted hayride. Live music provides the early entertainment before a family-friendly movie begins at Wayne Ferguson Plaza. The first 1,000 trick-or-treaters visiting the information tent receive a free candy bag.
Where: Old Town Lewisville and Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville
When: Saturday, October 24, 6–9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Grand Prairie's biggest downtown festival returns for three days of free concerts, carnival rides, shopping, food and family entertainment. Legendary R&B group The Commodores headlines Friday night, followed by country star Sammy Kershaw on Saturday and Tejano performer Keith Nieto on Sunday. The expanded festival features three entertainment stages, two Ferris wheels, more than 75 arts and crafts vendors, BMX demonstrations, a Kidzone and plenty of food.
Where: Downtown Grand Prairie, 200 W. Main St.
When: Friday, October 23, 5 p.m.–midnight; Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m.–midnight; Sunday, October 25, noon–8 p.m.
Cost: Free admission and parking; carnival rides and food cost extra
Mainstay Farm: Pumpkin Fall Days
Mainstay Farm begins its October schedule with pumpkins, flower fields and more than 30 farm attractions spread across its Cleburne property. The family destination includes play areas, seasonal food and drinks and plenty of fall photo opportunities.
Where: Mainstay Farm Park, 1004 W. Bethesda Road, Cleburne
When: Friday, October 23 from 5-9 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (through November 7th)
Cost: Current one-time fall-admission sale is $19.95; regular gate admission is $39.95, plus tax and fees; children 2 and younger are free
McKinney Wine & Music Festival
The 10th annual McKinney Wine & Music Festival brings an afternoon of wine tastings, live music and shopping to District 121. Wine lovers can sample selections from local Texas wineries, California vineyards and other producers, with more than 100 wines represented. The festival also features three bands performing throughout the afternoon and a variety of participating vendors.
Where: District 121, 6731 Alma Road, McKinney
When: Saturday, October 24, 2–6 p.m.
Cost: $53.88 for a tasting package with 20 tasting coupons and a souvenir cup
One of the country's best-known collector-car auction companies returns to North Texas with an enormous collection of classic automobiles, muscle cars, customs and specialty vehicles. Approximately 1,500 cars are expected to cross the auction block during the four-day event, giving spectators the chance to see rare vehicles up close and watch live bidding. Automotive memorabilia and other collectible items add to the experience.
Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth
When: Wednesday–Saturday, October 21–24; doors open at 8 a.m. daily
Cost: $30 per day; children 12 and younger free
Moral Courage Foundation Auto Show
The Moral Courage Foundation hosts a community auto show featuring classic cars, custom trucks and motorcycles at The Avenue Church in Waxahachie. Presented by Painless Wiring, the event welcomes vehicles of all kinds and includes awards, trophies, music, food and activities for families. The show benefits the Moral Courage Foundation and brings together area car clubs and automotive enthusiasts for a Saturday morning of horsepower and community support.
Where: The Avenue Church, 1761 N. Highway 77, Waxahachie
When: Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Casa Mañana continues its musical tribute to one of America's most beloved singer-songwriters. The intimate concert celebrates John Denver's timeless catalog with favorites including "Take Me Home, Country Roads," "Annie's Song," "Sunshine on My Shoulders" and "Rocky Mountain High." The evening brings Denver's heartfelt storytelling and memorable melodies to life in Fort Worth's Reid Cabaret Theatre.
Where: Casa Mañana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
When: October 22 - November 1
Cost: $110 for remaining Saturday cabaret seating
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
Howell Farms lights up after dark with immersive pumpkin-themed lands, elaborate displays and family-friendly Halloween environments. Pumpkin Nights is where Halloween becomes art. The journey follows a half-mile path through nine immersive pumpkin lands, from the fiery Forbidden City to the electric underwater world of Neon Reef, with larger-than-life installations built from over 10,000 hand-carved and custom-designed pumpkins. The experience continues in Pumpkin Village, the heart of the festival — festive food, the live fire show, and games for the whole family.
Where: Howell Farms, Arlington
When: Nightly through November 1
Cost: $24 - $34
Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering & Western Swing Festival
The Fort Worth Stockyards turn back the clock for the 35th annual Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering, celebrating the traditions of the American West. The three-day event features authentic chuckwagon cooking, ranch rodeos, Western swing music, cowboy poetry, fiddle contests and demonstrations of traditional ranching skills. Visitors can explore the Stockyards while watching working cowboys compete and experiencing a festival deeply rooted in North Texas' western heritage.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards and Cowtown Coliseum
When: Friday–Sunday, October 23–25; ranch rodeos Friday evening and Saturday afternoon and evening
Cost: Some daytime activities free; ticketed packages start at $67.27
The grounds of the Scarborough Renaissance Festival transform into an immersive autumn fantasy world for Scarborough's Hollow. The seasonal celebration combines Halloween attractions with costumed characters, live entertainment, artisan shopping, themed food and family activities. Guests can explore the grounds, experience interactive adventures and purchase optional admission to haunted attractions, including Blackthorn Castle and the Trickster's 3D Fun House.
Where: Scarborough Renaissance Festival grounds, Waxahachie
When: Saturday, October 24, 1–9 p.m. Open Saturdays through Halloween, with a special November 1 event.
Cost: $29.70 for adults 13 and older; $16.50 for children ages 5–12; children 4 and younger free
Late-night television host and comedian Seth Meyers brings his stand-up act to the Music Hall at Fair Park. Best known as the host of NBC's Late Night with Seth Meyers and a former head writer and Weekend Update anchor on Saturday Night Live, Meyers mixes political humor, personal stories and observations about modern life. The large-theater engagement gives Dallas audiences a chance to see his comedy outside the television studio.
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
When: Friday, October 23, at 8 p.m.
Cost: $53 and up
Latin pop duo Sin Bandera brings its Escenas Tour to the Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory for a Sunday-night concert. Leonel García and Noel Schajris have built an international following with their romantic songwriting, harmonies and emotionally charged performances. The concert celebrates the duo's enduring catalog of Spanish-language ballads and contemporary pop favorites.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Sunday, October 25, at 7 p.m.
Cost: $81
Six Flags Over Texas: Fright Fest
Halloween arrives early in Arlington as Fright Fest begins its 2026 run. Select nights feature haunted attractions, scare zones, creepy live entertainment and nighttime thrills throughout the park. Fright Fest continues through November 1. Six Flags also begins its daytime fall programming this weekend. Oktoberfest brings German-inspired food, beer, music and games to the park, while Tricks and Treats provides the more family-friendly side of Halloween on Saturdays and Sundays through November 1.
Where: Six Flags Over Texas, 2201 E. Road to Six Flags St., Arlington
When: Select nights through November 1
Cost: $45 online; park-and-haunted-maze bundles start at $69
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
Mansfield Mission Center hosts an evening of food, drinks and community support featuring tastings from participating restaurants and culinary businesses. The event raises money for the organization's programs providing medical care, nutritious food, financial assistance and employment coaching to families in the Mansfield ISD area. Guests can sample an assortment of dishes while supporting an important local nonprofit.
Where: The Grand View, 2201 Heritage Parkway, Mansfield
When: Thursday, October 22, 6–9 p.m.
Cost: $50 general admission; $150 Foodie experience
The TCU Horned Frogs host the Kansas Jayhawks in a Big 12 volleyball showdown at Schollmaier Arena. Both programs have established themselves as competitive forces in one of the nation's strongest volleyball conferences. The Friday-night matchup offers college sports fans an opportunity to see high-level volleyball on the TCU campus as the conference race continues.
Where: Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena, 3000 Stadium Drive, Fort Worth
When: Friday, October 23, at 7 p.m.
Cost: $11 and up
Texas Woman's University presents an original play inspired by the remarkable all-female Soviet bomber squadrons of World War II. Known to German soldiers as the Night Witches, these young women flew dangerous nighttime missions in outdated aircraft and became symbols of extraordinary courage. Written by TWU professor Steven Young, the production explores sacrifice, determination and the bonds forged among women facing seemingly impossible circumstances.
Where: Redbud Theater, 1401 Oakland St., Denton
When: Thursday and Friday, October 22–23, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 24, at 2 p.m.; run concludes Sunday, October 25
Cost: $10 adults; $5 students, children and seniors
Frisco Square hosts its popular community Halloween celebration with an afternoon of costumes, candy and family entertainment. Children can visit participating businesses for trick-or-treating while enjoying carnival games, inflatable attractions, horse-drawn wagon rides and seasonal activities. Families are encouraged to dress in costume and explore the shops and restaurants surrounding Frisco Square.
Where: Frisco Square, Coleman Boulevard, Frisco
When: Saturday, October 24, 1–4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Waxahachie Community Theatre: Mary Poppins
The beloved Disney musical Mary Poppins comes to the stage in Waxahachie for a weekend of family entertainment. The story follows the Banks family and their extraordinary nanny, who brings magic, adventure and important lessons about family into their lives. Audiences can enjoy familiar songs including "A Spoonful of Sugar," "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "Let's Go Fly a Kite."
Where: Waxahachie Community Theatre, Waxahachie
When: Friday and Saturday, October 23–24, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 25, at 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $18 - $20
