Netherlands vs. Japan: FIFA World Cup 26
North Texas hosts its first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the Netherlands faces Japan in Arlington. AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium) becomes one of the tournament’s biggest stages, giving local fans a chance to experience the global event in person without leaving DFW.
When: Sunday, June 14, 3 p.m.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seat and package
Fair Park becomes the center of North Texas’ World Cup celebration as the free FIFA Fan Festival opens Thursday. The one-million-square-foot festival includes live match broadcasts, concerts, food, games and cultural programming, giving fans a place to experience the tournament atmosphere even without a stadium ticket.
When: Opens Thursday, June 11; continues through July 19. Opening-weekend hours: Thursday from 1 p.m. - Midnight / Friday from 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. / Saturday from 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. / Sunday from 11 a.m. - Midnight
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
Cost: Free general admission with registration. Premium ticket upgrades are also available
McKinney joins the World Cup celebration with a free Saturday fan zone built around matches on the big screen. The afternoon includes face painting, photo opportunities, soccer-themed games, children’s crafts and complimentary popsicles, with food and drinks available from nearby restaurants.
When: Saturday, June 13, 4–9:30 p.m.
Where: District 121, 6731 Alma Rd, McKinney
Cost: Free
Freedom to Play Installation at Galleria Dallas
Galleria Dallas continues its “Freedom to Play” installation, featuring hundreds of large origami stars and soccer-themed shapes suspended over the ice rink. The display is presented with Paper for Water and is designed to raise awareness of the global water crisis.
When: On view through September 1
Where: Galleria Dallas, Center Court
Cost: Free to view
Beginning June 11, Dallas’s newest bridge park will welcome fans of all ages to enjoy exclusive experiences and watch the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) and the Mexico National Football Team (affectionately referred to as El Tri) matches.
When: Check the schedule here including Mexico vs South Africa on Thursday at 2 p.m. and USA vs Paraguay on Friday at 8 p.m.
When: Halperin Park, Dallas
Cost: Free
Addison Circle Park becomes a soccer celebration for four days of free, family-friendly World Cup fun. Visitors can watch matches on a giant video screen, play pickup soccer, enjoy live music and lawn games, grab food and drinks from vendors and collect free rally towels while supplies last.
When: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; daily schedules vary
Where: Addison Circle Park, Addison
Cost: Free
Klyde Warren Park: Global Watch Parties
Join fans from around the world for free public watch parties from June 11-July 19. Watch matches on the Park’s giant LED screen while enjoying dining, entertainment and the vibrant atmosphere.
When: Check the viewing schedule here
Where: Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
Cost: Free
Soccer: More Than a Game at the Perot Museum
The Perot Museum’s interactive soccer exhibit explores the science, culture and global reach of the world’s most popular sport. With the World Cup coming to North Texas, the exhibit gives families a timely way to connect soccer with physics, technology and international culture.
When: Through September 7
Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
Cost: Exhibit tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth ages 2–12, in addition to general museum admission
The World’s Game at Texas Live!
Texas Live! starts more than a month of World Cup watch-party programming with matches on its massive 100-foot screen and throughout the Arlington entertainment district. Opening-weekend options include Mexico vs. South Africa on Thursday, a USA watch party Friday, Brazil vs. Morocco on Saturday and a Netherlands vs. Japan viewing event Sunday.
When: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; programming continues through July 19
Where: Texas Live!, Arlington
Cost: Entry is free for many watch parties; food, drinks and optional reservations cost extra
OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
AGMC’s 69th Annual Gem, Jewelry and Rock Show
The Arlington Gem and Mineral Club brings a wide-ranging collection of gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry and lapidary art to Grapevine. Visitors can browse vendor tables, see unique pieces and find something for everyone from experienced collectors to kids who simply love cool rocks.
When: Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S Main St, Grapevine
Cost: General admission is $10. Parking is free
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: Tuesday through Saturday, June 9–13, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (and Tuesdays through Saturdays through September 26
Where: UT Arlington Central Library, sixth floor, Arlington
Cost: Free
AURORA: Video Art Night Denton
Quakertown Park becomes an outdoor art gallery for Video Art Night Denton, an immersive exhibition featuring video works from 10 regional and national artists. Visitors can explore large-scale projected art under the night sky, hear live music from The Dead Thing and purchase snacks and drinks from on-site vendors.
When: Friday, June 12, 7–10 p.m
Where: Quakertown Park, Denton
Cost: Free. Parking, food and drinks cost extra
Billy Bob's Concerts (Thursday: Mack Geiger / Friday: Austin Meade / Saturday: Josh Meloy)
When: Thursday at 9 p.m. / Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $18 - $50
Bubble Planet has arrived at Grapevine Mills, bringing a walk-through, multi-sensory exhibit designed to be explored at your own pace. The experience features 12 interactive rooms — including highlights like the Hanging Balloons Room and the Kaleidoscope Room — blending infinity spaces, LED-lit undersea scenes, bubble-filled environments, and virtual reality elements. Most visitors spend about 60 to 90 minutes moving through the installation, which is designed to be engaging for all ages.
When: Daily through June 29, 2026
Where: Grapevine Mills - 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine
Cost: $18-$34
Charlie Puth: Whatever’s Clever! World Tour
Charlie Puth brings his polished pop sound and piano-driven hits to Irving for a Friday night concert at Toyota Music Factory. The show offers one of the weekend’s bigger mainstream music options in a venue surrounded by restaurants and bars for an easy full-night outing.
When: Friday, June 12, 7:30 p.m
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, Irving
Cost: $35 and up
Dale Watson & His Lone Stars Featuring Celine Lee
Texas country singer Dale Watson brings his signature honky-tonk sound to Lewisville as part of The Grand’s Texas Tunes concert series. Celine Lee joins him for a Saturday night show designed for fans of traditional country music and old-school Texas dance-hall energy.
When: Saturday, June 13, 8 p.m.
Where: Lewisville Grand Theater
Cost: Tickets are $25–$35. Select Lewisville residents can purchase $20 tickets in person with proof of residency
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)
Illuminature transforms the zoo into a nighttime display of oversized lanterns, glowing sculptures, and nature-inspired installations created by Tianyu. The event is designed primarily as a walk-through experience, with immersive displays, hands-on activities, photo opportunities, a soccer-themed fan zone, and a full lineup of live entertainment at the Wonders of the Wild stage in ZooNorth. Throughout the night, visitors can catch performances including Sichuan Opera face-changing, contortion acrobatics, head balancing, and artistic hula hoop, all set against a backdrop of bright visuals, music, and shifting light effects while most of the animals are off habitat.
When: April 30 - June 28 (Thursday - Sunday nights)
Where: Dallas Zoo, Dallas
Cost: $16 - $24
DSO: Ben Rector - Symphonies Across America with Jon McLaughlin
Ben Rector makes his return to the symphony stage in 2026. The singer-songwriter has independently released seven studio albums including Brand New and Magic which both charted #1 on the US Folk and #2 on the US Rock and US Indie Billboard chart. His songs have received both RIAA Gold and RIAA Platinum certifications, amassing more than a billion streams, and have been licensed in more than 100 ad campaigns, television shows, and movies.
In Symphonies Across America, audiences will experience a new dimension to Ben’s music only experienced at the symphony.
When: Thursday, June 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Friday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
Cost: $89 and up
Dino Cartoons & Crafts: The Land Before Time
Families can start Thursday morning with a kid-friendly screening of “The Land Before Time” at Grapevine’s historic Lancaster Theatre. The event includes a craft activity, dinosaur mask, small popcorn and souvenir cup for children, making it more than a standard movie outing.
When: Thursday, June 11, 10 a.m.
Where: Lancaster Theatre, Grapevine
Cost: Children’s tickets are $10
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.
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
Two con artists discover they have both been making a living swindling wealthy women, setting up a not-so-friendly competition on the French Riviera. Theatre Three opens its production of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” a musical comedy filled with deception, rivalry and plenty of theatrical mischief.
When: Thursday, June 11, 7 p.m.; Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through July 12
Where: Norma Young Arena Stage at Theatre Three, Dallas
Cost: $40 for adults and $37 for seniors. Select matinee tickets are $20.
Don Toliver brings his Octane Tour to American Airlines Center for a Saturday night hip-hop show. The lineup also includes SahBabii, SoFaygo and Chase B, giving fans a full arena concert with multiple performers.
When: Saturday, June 13, 7:30 p.m.; doors at 6 p.m.
Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas
Cost: $181 and up
Downtown Plano SummerFest turns the historic district into a Sunday afternoon shopping and strolling destination. Visitors can browse local makers, handmade goods, boutique items, permanent jewelry, custom accessories, sweets and refreshing drinks while exploring the restaurants and shops around downtown.
When: Sunday, June 14, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Downtown Plano Arts District
Cost: Free
The Heard Natural Science Museum brings mythical creatures to life along a half-mile nature trail in McKinney. The seasonal Dragon Trails exhibit features animatronic dragons that move and roar, along with educational connections between legendary creatures and animals that have lived in the real world.
When: Open Tuesday–Sunday during regular museum hours; continues through June 27 (Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. & Sunday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.)
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
Cost: Included with general admission; free for Heard members
Hans Christian Andersen’s familiar tale gets a playful musical makeover in “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” The family-friendly show pokes fun at fashion, celebrities, pompous leaders and con artists while mixing Broadway-style music with modern comedy.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through June 21
Where: Onstage in Bedford, 2400 School Ln, Bedford
Cost: $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, military members and first responders, and $10 for students, plus fees.
FWSO: Concert on the Lawn at The Carter
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a high-octane symphonic tribute under the stars at the Amon Carter Museum. This 56-minute outdoor spectacular, led by Stephanie Rhodes Russell, honors two and a half centuries of American spirit through the cinematic power of John Williams, the jazz-age brilliance of Gershwin, and the timeless marches of Sousa. From the rhythmic soul of Florence Price to a grand "Armed Forces Salute," join us for a patriotic journey through the melodies that define our national heritage.
When: Saturday, Jun 13 at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Fort Worth
Cost: Pay what you can
FWSO: Night of Strings at the Garden
This program celebrates the spirited rhythms of the European countryside, featuring Bartók’s rustic Dances of Transylvania alongside the elegant folk-inspired waltzes of Dvořák. The orchestra travels from the fiery passion of Turina’s Serenata to the stately, Baroque-infused movements of Grieg’s beloved Holberg Suite. It is a vibrant and charming collection of works that captures the soulful heart and dancing energy of the string repertoire.
When: Fri, Jun 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden Lecture Hall, Fort Worth
Cost: $39
Fair Park hosts a Sunday morning farmers market as the World Cup celebration gets underway nearby. Visitors can browse vendors, pick up local goods and enjoy a relaxed start to the day before taking in the festival atmosphere around the park.
When: Sunday, June 14, starting at 9 a.m.
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
Cost: Free admission
The Heard invites visitors to explore the sanctuary after dark during a guided firefly walk. The evening begins with a presentation about fireflies and native wildlife, followed by a sunset hike along the trails to watch the preserve come alive at night.
When: Friday, June 12, 7 p.m.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
Cost: $12 for members and $14 for nonmembers
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.
Fort Worth begins a 10-day Juneteenth celebration with concerts, art, comedy, workshops and community events spread across multiple venues. Opening-weekend programming includes music-focused gatherings and a Sunday afternoon Celebration of Choirs featuring Kirk Franklin.
When: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; additional programming continues through June 20
Where: Multiple Fort Worth venues
Cost: Prices vary by event
The Texas Astronomical Society brings telescopes to Frisco Commons Park for an evening of stargazing. Visitors can get a closer look at planets, stars and other night-sky highlights while volunteers help explain what is visible overhead.
When: Saturday, June 13, beginning about 30 minutes after sunset (and each second Saturday through September 12)
Where: Frisco Commons Park, Frisco
Cost: Free. Weather permitting
Garland Pickle Party on the Square
Downtown Garland gets a little tangy Thursday with a pickle-themed celebration on the square. The event offers a playful way to start the weekend with pickle-inspired fun and free Pickle University classes for visitors who want to deepen their appreciation for the briny snack.
When: Thursday, June 11, 4–8 p.m.
Where: Downtown Garland Square
Cost: Free. Some classes require advance registration
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: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; 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.
A pair of classics professors makes a discovery that could transform their careers, but one desperate plea changes everything when the gods of ancient Greece actually appear. MainStage Irving-Las Colinas presents Ken Ludwig’s fast-moving comedy about academia, ambition and two screwball deities trying to navigate the modern world.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through June 27
Where: Irving Arts Center, Irving
Cost: $27 and up
Grapevine Main LIVE! brings two free outdoor concerts to Peace Plaza. Friday night features Little Queen – a Heart and Fleetwood Mac Tribute, and on Saturday it’s Chasin U – a Morgan Wallen Tribute.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station, Grapevine
Cost: Free
Theatre Coppell presents “Gypsy,” the classic musical about an ambitious stage mother determined to push her daughters toward success as vaudeville fades and burlesque begins to rise. The landmark show mixes humor, heart and unforgettable songs in a story about show business, family and the cost of chasing the spotlight.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through June 28
Where: Wheelice Wilson Jr. Theatre at Coppell Arts Center
Cost: $28.38 for adults and $24.97 for seniors and students, including fees
The Holy Sepulcher: Treasures from the Terra Sancta Museum, Jerusalem
This extraordinary exhibition showcases more than sixty objects in silver, gold, enamel, and precious jewels, given by European monarchs and rulers to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, a site of Christian devotion and pilgrimage, where they have been used in religious ceremonies for centuries. Including dazzling reliquaries, crosses, candlesticks, chalices, and vestments representing the height of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century craftsmanship, many of these objects have no equivalent anywhere else in the world. Traveling to only two venues in North America, the exhibition represents the first—and possibly only—time these treasures will be seen in the US.
When: Through July 12
Where: Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth
Cost: $14-$18 general exhibition admission
Three longtime friends laugh their way through the messy realities of aging in “I Was a Really Great Kisser.” The comedy follows the women through changing bodies, looming mortality, jokes, wine and the occasional edible, while showing how friendship can make the hard parts of life a little easier to navigate.
When: Friday, June 12, 8 p.m.
Where: Addison Performing Arts Centre, Addison
Cost: $28–$32.
Bruce Wood Dance Dallas closes its season with “IGNITE,” a three-piece program built around tango, dreamlike movement and a multimedia world premiere. The performance brings together choreography, visual art and projection design for a high-energy dance experience at Moody Performance Hall.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2 p.m.
Where: Moody Performance Hall, Dallas
Cost: $27 and up
James Austin Johnson brings a weekend of stand-up comedy to Deep Ellum. The actor and comedian is known for his work on “Saturday Night Live,” including his impressions, along with appearances in television and film projects such as “Barry,” “Better Call Saul,” “Inside Out 2” and “A Complete Unknown.”
When: Thursday, June 11, 8 p.m.; Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.
Where: Dallas Comedy Club, Dallas
Cost: $25–$35
Jomo & The Possum Posse bring their offbeat blend of honky-tonk, Americana and sharp comedy to downtown Garland. The Austin-based group is known for its dry humor, storytelling and viral “Guy on a Buffalo” video series.
When: Friday, June 12, 8 p.m.
Where: Plaza Theatre, 521 W State Street, Garland
Cost: $24–$30
Dallas’ Juneteenth 4K Freedom Walk encourages movement, health and community connection while honoring the holiday’s history. The walk finishes with a free festival featuring live entertainment, vendors and family activities at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.
When: Saturday, June 13, 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, Dallas
Cost: Walk registration is $20 per person. The festival is free
Levitt Pavilion Arlington Free Concert Weekend
Levitt Pavilion continues its free summer concert series with two nights of outdoor music. Prophets and Outlaws headline Friday with Loca Pasion – A Tribute to La Mafia w/ Saul Eduardo, while Texas Made Songs: Singer-Songwriter Night w/ Radney Foster Band and Tony Pierce take the stage Saturday
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:10–10 p.m.
Where: Levitt Pavilion Arlington
Cost: Free
Magic of Mermaids at SEA LIFE Grapevine
SEA LIFE Grapevine adds mermaids to its underwater experience for a limited summer engagement. Families can see mermaid appearances inside the aquarium, explore marine-life exhibits and turn a visit to Grapevine Mills into a little extra summer magic.
When: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; select dates continue through June 22
Where: SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium at Grapevine Mills
Cost: Included with aquarium admission, starting around $20. Children under 2 are free
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo returns with bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding, mutton bustin’ and a live country concert. The long-running North Texas tradition gives families a full Saturday night of Western competition and entertainment.
When: Saturday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. (also Saturday nights through August)
Where: Mesquite Arena, Mesquite
Cost: Tickets start at $11.65
The historic McKinney Cotton Mill hosts a curated indoor makers market featuring local artists, designers and small businesses. Visitors can shop handmade goods and creative finds while exploring one of McKinney’s distinctive historic spaces.
When: Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: McKinney Cotton Mill, 610 Elm St STE 1000, McKinney
Cost: Free admission
A 108-year-old matriarch refuses to let go, leaving three generations of Southern women to wrestle with family dysfunction, old wounds and the uncomfortable realities of death. Inspired by true events, this world-premiere dark comedy blends Southern Gothic storytelling, eccentric characters and emotional honesty.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through June 28
Where: Bryant Hall at the Kalita Humphreys Theater Campus, Dallas
Cost: $38
Over the Bridge Arts presents an original production exploring how people navigate a world of constant change. Inspired by the uncertainty that began in 2020, “NEXT… but First, Coffee” uses performance and humor to ask what comes after the latest disruption — and whether a cup of coffee might help.
When: Thursday–Saturday, June 11–13
Where: Hamon Hall at Winspear Opera House, Dallas
Cost: $34.50
Oil’s Well That Ends Well: A Lone Star Murder Mystery
Texas Star Dinner Theater invites guests to solve a Wild West mystery over dinner and dessert. The comedy follows the suspicious death of oil tycoon Derrick Von Spindletop, with a colorful group of suspects and plenty of chances for the audience to put its detective skills to work.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13; doors at 6:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Texas Star Dinner Theater, Grapevine
Cost: $65.95 per person
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.
The Princess Bride: The Parody
Art Centre Theatre offers a comic spin on “The Princess Bride,” following Buttercup, Westley, Prince Humperdinck and a memorable group of outlaws through an adventure filled with romance, danger and familiar twists. Fans of the original story can expect a playful stage version that leans into the humor.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12–13, 7:30 p.m.; additional performances continue through July 5
Where: Art Centre Theatre, 5220 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Cost: $20, plus taxes and fees
Four major R&B acts share one stage at Dickies Arena as Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine bring decades of hits to Fort Worth. Fans can expect songs such as “Twisted,” “Nobody,” “I Wanna Know,” “In My Bed,” “Pony” and “Differences” during a Friday night celebration of ’90s and early-2000s R&B.
When: Friday, June 12, 8 p.m.; doors at 7 p.m.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
Cost: $100 and up
Lewisville Playhouse stages “Rent,” the Tony Award-winning rock musical about a group of young artists trying to build meaningful lives in New York City’s East Village. Inspired by “La Bohème,” the show explores friendship, creativity, love and loss while encouraging audiences to make the most of the time they have.
When: Thursday–Saturday, June 11–13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 3 p.m.; run continues through June 28
Where: Lewisville Playhouse, Lewisville
Cost: Advance tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for children, students and seniors. A limited number of $15 rush tickets are available to qualifying guests one hour before curtain
Riverdance 30: The New Generation
Riverdance celebrates its 30th anniversary with a new generation of performers at Texas Trust CU Theatre. The touring production blends traditional Irish dance, music and precision footwork with updated staging, giving longtime fans and first-time visitors a chance to see the international phenomenon live.
When: Friday, June 12, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 13, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 2 p.m.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
Cost: $54 and up
Rockwall’s Concert by the Lake series continues at The Harbor with a free Thursday night show from party band Extended Play. Bring a chair or blanket, grab dinner nearby and enjoy live music by the water.
When: Thursday, June 11, 7–9 p.m.
Where: The Harbor, Rockwall
Cost: Free
Rockwall San Jacinto Music Series
Downtown Rockwall’s San Jacinto Music Series offers free live music in a walkable plaza surrounded by restaurants and shops. Travis Roberts is scheduled for Friday night and Brandon Bamburg plays on Saturday night.
When: Friday–Saturday, June 12-13, 7–9:30 p.m.
Where: San Jacinto Plaza, Rockwall
Cost: Free
Jubilee Theatre presents “Sassy Mamas,” a comedy about three accomplished women in their 50s stepping back into the dating world on their own terms. The play blends friendship, sharp humor and grown-up romance while challenging expectations about age, confidence and love.
When: Fridays-Sundays through June 28
Where: Jubilee Theatre, Fort Worth
Cost: Tickets start at $30.70
Cowtown Coliseum keeps Fort Worth’s Western traditions front and center with multiple rodeo performances across the weekend. Fans can see bull riding, bronc riding, roping, barrel racing and other classic events in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards.
When: Friday, June 12, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 13, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, 1:30 p.m.
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, Fort Worth Stockyards
Cost: $41 and up
Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra
Hip-hop meets a live orchestra at the Majestic Theatre as Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra combine strings, horns, woodwinds and piano with a DJ, an MC and soulful vocals. The Sunday night concert offers a distinctive mix of orchestral sweep and hip-hop energy.
When: Sunday, June 14, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
Cost: Tickets start around $47
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)
The Heard Natural Science Museum gives visitors a chance to explore wetland habitat from the water during a guided three-hour canoe experience. The outing begins with an introduction to canoeing and safety before participants paddle through the preserve and learn more about the surrounding ecosystem.
When: Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m.–noon
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
Cost: $42 for nonmembers and $32 for members
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.
The Broadway blockbuster closes its Dallas run with a final weekend at the Music Hall at Fair Park. “Wicked” retells the story of Oz through the friendship of Elphaba and Glinda, offering one last chance to see songs including “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good” before the production leaves town.
When: Thursday–Sunday, June 11–14; final performance Sunday
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
Cost: Tickets start at $60
Theatre Arlington opens its run of “The Wiz,” the beloved musical retelling of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” The family-friendly production follows Dorothy through the Land of Oz with a lively mix of rock, gospel and soul music, bringing a modern energy to the familiar story.
When: Friday–Sunday through June 21
Where: Theatre Arlington
Cost: $45 for adults; $40 for seniors and students. Remaining seats are available to students with a current ID for $5 beginning 15 minutes before curtain.
Xtreme Knockout brings professional MMA and Muay Thai to Texas Live! for a high-energy Friday night card. The event includes live fights, vendors, food, music, a DJ and opportunities to meet fighters before the action begins.
When: Friday, June 12; doors at 5 p.m.; first fight at 6 p.m.
Where: PBR Texas at Texas Live!, Arlington
Cost: General admission is $45; ringside seats are $100; VIP tables start at $400
