DSO: ¡Bailamos! A Night of Latin Music
Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik and the DSO invite you to a night of sultry Latin music, featuring tango classics and ballads. The fearless, fiery Edna Vázquez, whose powerful voice blends Mexican and American folk, pop and rock into something fabulous, spreads her message of light, love and cultural healing. And GRAMMY® Award-winning Argentine bandoneón artist Héctor Del Curto performs music by the iconic Astor Piazzolla and Carlos Gardel —including the famous "Por Una Cabeza." Argentine master dancers Celina Rotundo and Hugo Patyn become the seductive, sensual tango — the sexiest of all dances — as they glide, kick, and strut across the stage.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 11 at 3 p.m.
Cost: $28 and up
Asian American Heritage Festival
Garland's 3rd Annual Asian American Heritage Festival returns to Downtown Garland on Saturday, May 10, with cultural performances, a Colorful World Parade, lion dance, craft stalls, and art displays representing Thailand, Laos, China, Vietnam, India, and more.
Where: Downtown Garland
When: Saturday, May 10 at 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Avant Chamber Ballet: Masterworks
Experience the artistry of four iconic choreographers in a night of captivating ballet, featuring August Bournonville's Napoli, Paul Mejia's Serenade in A, Christopher Wheeldon's After the Rain, and Marius Petipa's Sleeping Beauty Act 3. With live music and stunning performances, it's a celebration of ballet's timeless beauty and modern flair.
Where: Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St, Dallas
When: Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. / Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 and up
Billy Bob's: The SteelDrivers (Friday), David Nail (Saturday)
Where: Billy Bob's Fort Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 - $35
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
CityLine Live Music Series in Richardson
Enjoy a selection of free concerts on Fridays and Saturdays in April and May. This weekend it's John Herbert on Friday and Dev Wulf on Saturday.
Where: CityLine, 1415 State St, Richardson
When: Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 at 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
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
Experience unforgettable spring evenings at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden with Blooms & Beats! This family-friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of spring blooms, live music, and delicious local food trucks in a stunning outdoor setting. Don't miss Dalton Torres live on stage! Known for his honky-tonk roots and signature country music style, this performance is perfect for fans of authentic country sounds and unforgettable live music experiences.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: Friday, May 9 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Adult - $12 / Kids - $6
Cracking Art at the garden exhibit features 80 large animal sculptures made from regenerated plastic. Designed to captivate all ages, it blends creativity with a powerful message, inspiring joy and conversations about sustainability.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: Now - September 1
Cost: Adult - $15 / Child (6-15) - $6 / 5 and under Free
Lauren Yee's The Hatmaker's Wife is a whimsical, offbeat tale where reality blends with fantasy to explore themes of love, identity, and what truly makes a home. When a young woman moves in with her boyfriend, she begins to unravel the magical past of the house's former tenants—a preoccupied hatmaker and his wife, who disappeared with his favorite hat. As walls begin to talk and time shifts, the story unfolds as a modern-day fable that's equal parts ghost story and fairy tale, offering a humorous and touching look at connection and the longing for something real.
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W 4th St, Fort Worth
When: May 8-10
Cost: $40 and up
Hero Fest 2025 is set for Saturday, May 10th, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Griggs Park. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates local heroes from Dallas Police, SWAT, bomb dogs, and essential city services like the Water Department, Sanitation, and 311. Attendees can enjoy carnival games, festival food, face painting, a balloon artist, a pup cup bar, and more—bringing the community together for a day of fun and appreciation.
Where: Griggs Park, Dallas
When: Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Based on the imaginative, beloved children's novel by Roald Dahl, young James Henry Trotter's resilience is tested when he is sent off to live with his mean aunts, Spiker and Sponge, after a chain of unfortunate incidents. Life is no fun there until he accidentally spills some tiny green things on a tree, and…voilà, a giant peach! When James and his new oversized friends - Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, Earthworm, and Spider - snip the stem of the peach, the quest for happiness and great adventure lands them in New York City and at the center of attention!
Where: Dallas Children's Theater, 5938 Skillman St, Dallas
When: May 10-11 / May 17-18 / May 24
Cost: $20 and up
Mother's Day Elvis Gospel Revival
Kraig Parker, renowned Elvis Tribute Artist, revives the gospel music that Elvis made famous, capturing the spirit of the 1970s. For over 20 years, Parker has toured the globe with his Elvis tribute, performing alongside iconic groups like The Blackwood Brothers, The Stamps Quartet, and The Jordanaires.
Where: Palace Arts Center, 300 S Main St, Grapevine
When: Sunday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $40
Celebrate Mother's Day aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad with a scenic ride along the Historic Cotton Belt Route to Fort Worth Stockyards, complete with a rose and special gift for each mom. The excursion departs Grapevine at 12:40 p.m., with a return at 7:10 p.m. after a few hours exploring the Stockyards.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 707 S Main St, Grapevine
When: Sunday, May 11 at 12:40 p.m.
Cost: $24
October London and Tamar Braxton
Catch October London, Tamar Braxton and special guest Ro James in concert Friday night at Texas Trust CU Theatre.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
When: Friday, May 9 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $49 and up
Hear the Oak Lawn Band inside the beautiful Latino Cultural Center in the Deep Ellum neighborhood of Dallas.
Where: Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St, Dallas
When: Saturday, May 10 at 4 p.m.
Cost: $20
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
PBR World Finals: Eliminations
The road to the 2025 PBR World Championship begins with Eliminations, where each of the 45 riders faces one bull per day. When the dust clears, the Top 15 in world standings and the Top 5 event finishers not already advancing will secure a spot in the Championship the following weekend.
Then next week they'll have Ride For Redemption on May 14-15 at Cowtown Coliseum. That will be followed by Kid Rock's Rock N Rodeo on May 16 and the World Finals Championship May 17-18 at AT&T Stadium.
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth
When: Thursday, May 8 - Sunday, May 11
Cost: $99 and up
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
Post Malone / Post Malone's Travelin' Tailgate
Post Malone rolls into Arlington with his 2024 album, F-1 Trillion, and he's bringing along special guests Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell. Before the concert, catch the Travelin' Tailgate, Posty's first-ever traveling pre-show party. From 12-6 pm, enjoy live music, food, beer, carnival games, and tattoos by Posty's own Oxford Circle artists. Plus, one fan will score a 2025 Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
When: Friday, May 9 - Noon-6p (Tailgate) / 7:30 p.m. - Concert
Cost: Sold out (resale available) / Tailgate is free with no concert ticket required
Strings Attached Across the Pacific is a concert with a unique ensemble of culturally diverse string instruments, where the two-stringed bowed instruments from the East, the Korean haegeum and Chinese erhu, meet a string quartet from the West. The concert will include the premiere of a 45-minute, multi-movement composition Calling of the Whales by award-winning composer Hee Yun Kim which is inspired by the underwater sound of whales and timbral richness of this sextet.
Where: Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas
When: Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
Willie Clark and Al Lewis, once a legendary vaudeville duo, reunite after years of estrangement for a TV special. Their clashing personalities—grumpy Willie and laid-back Al—turn rehearsals into a comic battlefield as they struggle to revive their old act. This witty play explores friendship, aging, and the ups and downs of lifelong partnerships.
Where: Irving Arts Center, 3333 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving
When: May 9-11 / May 15-17
Cost: $27
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: Through Labor Day
Cost: $30 and up
Two Funny Mamas: Sherri Shepherd & Kym Whitley
Comedians Sherri Shepherd and Kym Whitley bring their award-winning podcast Two Funny Mamas to the stage, blending stand-up, stories, and audience Q&A as they tackle life, love, motherhood, and everything in between with their signature humor and chemistry.
Where: The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, Dallas
When: Sunday, May 11 at 3 p.m.
Cost: $77 and up
Step back in time at Warbird Weekend, where vintage aircraft and vehicles take center stage. Get an up-close look at historic planes like the B-29 FIFI, B-24 Diamond Lil, F6F Hellcat Minsi III, A6M3 Zero, and P-51 Gunfighter, alongside a collection of classic cars. Enjoy hands-on activities, model planes, flight zones, panel discussions, food trucks, and more.
Where: Tippie National Aviation Education Center, 5657 Mariner Dr, Dallas
When: Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $20 for general admission / $40 for family pass
