Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival
Festival activities begin at 9 a.m., the parade steps off at 11 a.m. from Blackwell Street and Greenville Avenue, and the route runs south to SMU Boulevard, wrapping up around 2 p.m. The event is free to attend and is one of Dallas’ biggest spring street celebrations, with more than 90 floats, food vendors, family activities, and heavy crowds expected along the route. Organizers and city officials are encouraging people to use DART, with stations like Mockingbird, Lovers Lane, and Park Lane serving as the best access points because parking is limited and road closures are extensive.
When: Saturday, March 14th at 9 a.m.
Where: From Greenville Avenue and Blackwell Street to SMU Blvd & 75
Cost: Free
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
A Beautiful Noise traces Neil Diamond’s rise from a kid in Brooklyn to one of the most recognizable singer-songwriters in American music. Built around the songs that shaped his career, the musical follows his path through fame, success, and the personal moments behind hits like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline.” The show presents his life as a stage musical, using his catalogue to tell the story of how he became a major force in popular music.
When: March 11-15 / March 16-22
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
Cost: $37 and up
When: Thursday at 9 p.m. / Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $20 - $40
Boys 4 Life Tour featuring B2K & Bow Wow with Jeremih, Waka Flocka, Amerie, and more!
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, March 14 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $116 and up
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 March 30, 2026
Where: Grapevine Mills - 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine
Cost: $18-$34
Butterflies in the Garden returns to the Rainforest Conservatory at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, where hundreds of live butterflies fill the space with color and movement. The exhibit features species from Central, North and South America, Africa, and Asia, giving visitors an up-close look at a wide range of wing patterns and sizes. Among the highlights is the vivid Blue Morpho, known for its bright, iridescent blue wings, along with familiar native varieties from North Texas.
When: March 1 - April 30
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Fort Worth
Cost: Exhibit only - $8 - $12 / Combo Ticket - $12 - $22
The Fort Worth Stockyards will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a full day of Irish-Western activities built around live music, food and drink, family entertainment, and longtime Stockyards traditions. The schedule includes pony rides, armadillo races, lawn games, cowboy poetry, Old West comedy gunfight shows, Irish dancers, line dancing, strolling bagpipers, face painting, cow milking, and the twice-daily cattle drives, along with a special 1:30 p.m. matinee of the Stockyards Championship Rodeo. The day builds toward a 4 p.m. Irish-Western parade immediately following the afternoon cattle drive, with additional live performances and festivities continuing across multiple stages and gathering spots throughout the district.
When: Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth
Cost: Free
DSO: Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton
Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton explores the collaborative relationship between music and storytelling and the process and importance that this has in filmmaking. Composer Danny Elfman and visionary Hollywood filmmaker Tim Burton have created a unique concert experience, lending music and visuals to celebrate the 25-year partnership of two of Hollywood’s top creators. This concert features Danny Elfman’s famous Tim Burton film scores brought to life on stage by orchestra, enhanced by visuals on the big screen of original sketches, drawings and storyboards, and includes a special live performance by Danny Elfman.
When: March 13-15
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
Cost: $74 and up
Dallas Blooms at Dallas Arboretum
Every spring, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden flips the switch on winter and lets color take over. Dallas Blooms returns with more than half a million bulbs tucked into the hillsides and garden beds, rolling out waves of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and whatever else decides it’s time to show off. The landscape doesn’t peak all at once—it shifts week by week, so a visit in March won’t look quite like one in April. Beyond the flowers, the season fills out with food events, live music, art, and garden-focused programs, turning a stroll among the blooms into a full-day spring ritual.
When: Daily through April 12
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
Cost: $26
This Saturday, the Dallas Whiskey Riot festival brings together more than 150 whiskies from local, regional, national, and international brands for a one-of-a-kind tasting event. Guests can sample a wide range of pours, try inventive whiskey cocktails, and meet master distillers, founders, and other industry experts. Now in its ninth year on tour, Whiskey Riot has built a national reputation as a must-visit event for both serious whiskey fans and people just starting to explore it. (Must be 21 and over to attend. No exceptions.)
When: Saturday, March 14 from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: The Tower Building at Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave., Dallas
Cost: General admission - $90 / Early Entry admission: $120
Family Music Theatre presents Disney’s Frozen the Musical, a sweeping, family-friendly production filled with wonder, heart, and hope. Set in the enchanting kingdom of Arendelle, the story follows sisters Anna and Elsa as they navigate fear, love, and the power of belief—discovering that true strength comes from embracing who you are and choosing love, even in uncertainty. Featuring unforgettable songs and dazzling stage magic, Frozen invites audiences of all ages to believe in themselves and in one another.
When: March 13-14
Where: New Vida Church of God, 3727 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas
Cost: $15 - $20
Diversions from Texas Ballet Theater
This mixed repertory program highlights ballet’s range with four distinct works in one evening. Violin Concerto in D pairs classical technique with Tchaikovsky’s sweeping score, while Martha Graham’s Diversion of Angels explores love through bold modern movement. Bolero offers a contemporary, rhythm-driven tribute, and Company B closes the program with a spirited wartime ballet set to the swing-era sounds of the Andrews Sisters.
When: March 13-15
Where: Bass Hall in Fort Worth
Cost: $59 and up
Flip Circus is a new big-top production from the Vazquez family, building on the circus tradition they established through Circus Vazquez. The show is staged inside a climate-controlled tent with just 800 seats, creating a closer, more intimate setting where every audience member is near the ring. The lineup includes a mix of international circus talent such as illusionist Jimmy Saylon, comedian Misha, juggler Dede Larible, trapeze artist Alexander Lichner, The Kung Fu Boys, and other specialty acts.
When: March 13-30
Where: Riders Field, Frisco
Cost: $23 and up
Game of Thrones: The Exhibition
The Arlington Museum of Art, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, will host Game of Thrones: The Exhibition, an immersive showcase of original costumes, props, and behind-the-scenes elements from the acclaimed series. Featuring more than 60 costumes spanning all eight seasons—from Daenerys Targaryen’s dragon-scale gowns to Jon Snow’s Night’s Watch armor—the exhibition highlights the artistry of the show’s award-winning designers and craftspeople. Visitors can also explore images, design sketches, and insights into the historical influences and detailed craftsmanship that brought Westeros to life.
Where: Arlington Museum of Art, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
When: October 4, 2025 – April 5, 2026
Cost: $18 - $25
Garland Music Made Here Concert Series
The City of Garland’s Music Made Here Concert Series highlights live performances by a range of artists on the first Friday of each month. The event pairs music with food from local restaurants and a family activity area where kids can join in games and challenges. The March 13 concert is Chayce Beckham featuring KG and The Bad Habits
Where: Downtown Garland, 211 N 5th St, Garland
When: Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Harry Potter™: The Exhibition brings the Wizarding World to life through an immersive experience featuring authentic props, costumes, and interactive activities inspired by the beloved film series and its extended universe. Visitors can practice Quidditch™, brew potions, conjure a Patronus, explore iconic settings like Hagrid’s Hut and the Great Hall, and discover behind-the-scenes details from the making of the films. The exhibition also includes special After Hours Nights for guests 18 and older, complete with themed drinks and a more intimate experience.
Where: Pepper Square, 14856 Preston Rd, Dallas
When: Daily through April 12
Cost: $30 and up
Gānamayam by Navaneeth Unnikrishnan
Where: Eismann Center, Richardson
When: Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $75 and up
Java House Grand Prix of Arlington
A new street race is coming to Arlington as Penske Entertainment joins forces with the Dallas Cowboys and REV Entertainment, the events partner of the Texas Rangers, to launch the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington. The inaugural NTT INDYCAR SERIES weekend is scheduled for March 13–15, 2026, with practice on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and the main race on Sunday. The 2.73-mile course will wind through Arlington’s sports and entertainment district, passing both AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field. The weekend also includes the Good Ranchers Concert Series, featuring All Time Low and Giovannie and the Hired Guns on Friday night, and T-Pain with Disco Lines performing after Sunday’s race, with concerts included with general admission tickets and upgraded viewing available through VIP pit packages.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
When: Friday, March 13 - Sunday, March 15
Cost: $44 and up
King James by Rajiv Joseph is a sharp, heartfelt play about the unlikely bond between two men brought together—and pulled apart—by their shared love of basketball and the rise of LeBron James. Written by Pulitzer Prize Finalist playwright Rajiv Joseph, this piece is set over the course of nearly two decades, the play traces the evolution of their friendship alongside the highs and lows of a sports dynasty. It's a funny, moving exploration of loyalty, identity, and the connections we build through fandom. (Recommended for 14 and up)
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W 4th St, Fort Worth
When: March 12-14 / March 19-21 / March 26-28
Cost: $35 and up
Katt Williams: The Golden Age Tour
Following successful sold-out performances in 2025, comedian Katt Williams bring The Golden Age Tour to Fort Worth at Dickies Arena on March 13.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $100 and up
The Kiss Me I’m Irish Express offers a St. Patrick’s Day-themed excursion aboard Grapevine Vintage Railroad, combining a two-hour vintage train ride with Texas craft beer and Irish-inspired food. Designed for guests 21 and older, the experience includes two glasses of Texas craft brew, a souvenir cup, and individually portioned Irish-style bites, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available by request. Bench seating is priced at $90 for two people, and additional craft beer is available for purchase during the ride.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Grapevine
When: Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $90 for bench that seats two people
Let’s Fly: A Traveling Exhibition
Balloon Museum presents Let’s Fly in Dallas — the third stop of its Texas tour. A one-of-a-kind experience set in the iconic space of the South Side Studios, featuring monumental inflatable artworks by renowned international artists. The exhibition explores air not only as a physical element, but as a metaphor for movement, lightness, and boundless travel.
Where: Winspear Opera House, Dallas
When: Daily through April 26
Cost: $51 for adults
The Music Man follows Harold Hill, a smooth-talking traveling salesman who arrives in River City, Iowa, with a plan to convince the townspeople to fund a boys’ band he has no intention of actually leading. His scheme begins to unravel when he meets Marian, the town librarian, and finds himself drawn into the community he planned to leave behind. Filled with familiar songs like “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” and “‘Til There Was You,” the musical blends comedy, romance, and small-town charm into a story that has remained a favorite across generations.
Where: Winspear Opera House, Dallas
When: Thursday, March 12 - Saturday, March 14
Cost: $45 and up
While Odysseus is off fighting his epic battles, Penelope is left at home—and she’s not just waiting quietly. In this fresh retelling, she pours a glass of wine, forms a band, and tells her own story. Set to a lush, folk-inspired pop score, the show explores identity, independence, and the realization that she is whole—whether her husband returns or not.
When: March 12-15 / March 19-22
Where: Theatre Three (Norma Young Arena Stage), 2688 Laclede St, Dallas
Cost: $20 - $40
Dinosaurs have returned to Grapevine with a walk-through exhibition featuring animatronic dinosaurs and a range of hands-on family activities. Visitors can explore Grapevine’s prehistoric past through exhibit displays, Boneyard Games, a Dig Site, and an Amber Fossil Craft station, with special evening programming offered on select nights through the reimagined Dinos After Dark series. Food and drinks are available for purchase on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and merchandise is sold daily.
When: March 14-29
Where: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Ln, Grapevine
Cost: $29 per carload
SAW The Musical: The Unauthorized Parody of SAW
SAW The Musical reimagines the cult horror film as a dark comedy stage production, blending parody, music, and theatrical spectacle. The show follows Lawrence Gordon and Adam Stanheight as they find themselves trapped in the infamous bathroom from the original film, navigating the rules of the game while uncovering each other’s secrets. Inspired by the tone of productions like Little Shop of Horrors and Avenue Q, the musical turns the thriller into a tongue-in-cheek story about survival, relationships, and human choices. The approximately two-hour performance, including intermission, is recommended for audiences ages 14 and older and contains explicit content, strobe effects, and simulated gore.
When: March 11-15 / March 18-22 / March 25-29 / April 1-5 / April 7-12
Where: Theatre Three, 2688 Laclede St, Dallas
Cost: $37 and up
Serpentine Fire is a tribute production celebrating the music of Earth, Wind & Fire, recreating the group’s signature blend of funk, R&B, and disco. The show features a live band and vocalists performing well-known songs like “September,” “Boogie Wonderland,” and “Let’s Groove,” capturing the sound and spirit that made the group influential across generations. Through energetic performances, choreography, and visual elements, the production highlights the enduring legacy of one of the most recognizable bands in popular music.
When: Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Eismann Center, Richardson
Cost: $59 and up
Train-A-Palooza returns to the Grapevine Convention Center on March 14 and 15 with two days of model train exhibits, sales tables, and working layouts spread across 14,000 square feet. The show features displays from groups including the TCA North Texas Chapter, North Texas T-Track, North Texas Brick Society, Texas Special, On30 Outlaws, DFW O Scale Modelers, and others, along with train-related toys and a Choo Choo Express trackless train offering rides in the parking lot. Admission is $10 for the general public, free for children 12 and under and scouts in uniform, and includes access both days as well as entry to the Lone Star Hi-Railers’ large O gauge layout inside a 65-foot baggage car in the historic Grapevine rail yard.
Where: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S Main St, Grapevine
When: Saturday, March 14 and Sunday, March 15
Cost: $10 (free for kids 12)
Fort Worth’s Urban Fishing Celebration is set for Saturday, bringing a full day of outdoor activities to the Trinity River. The free event includes the Big Trout Contest, open fishing, casting stations, fly-tying demonstrations, expert presentations, kid-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and a mix of outdoor sports vendors. Beer and wine will also be available, making it a broad community event built around fishing and riverfront recreation.
When: Saturday, March 14 at 9 a.m.
Where: Clear Fork of the Trinity River at Bryant Irvin Road and River Park Drive, Fort Worth
Cost: Free
The Veolia Texas Open brings top-tier professional pickleball to McKinney this week as part of the Carvana PPA Tour. The tournament is one of the sport’s bigger stops, featuring elite pros competing for major prize money and PPA points, with names expected in the field including Anna Leigh Waters, Ben Johns, Tyson McGuffin, Genie Bouchard, Anna Bright, Blaine Hovenier, and Michael Loyd. The week builds from early-round and qualifying play into the marquee weekend schedule, with quarterfinals on Friday, semifinals on Saturday, and championship matches on Sunday, giving North Texas fans a chance to watch the sport’s biggest names up close in one of the country’s fastest-growing pickleball markets.
When: March 11 - 15
Where: The Courts McKinney Pickleball and Tennis Center, 3253 Alma Rd, McKinney
Cost: $30 and up
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)
Your town stands at a crossroads. A neighbor — desperate and out of options — has struck a dangerous bargain. Now, their fate lies in your hands. In this interactive play, the audience must choose: mercy or justice? Broadway actor and Dallas legend Liz Mikel plays a lone storyteller who weaves a world through music and magic – part fable, part call-and-response. The future of the town – and the fate of a soul – hang in the balance. This isn’t a game. It’s your choice.
When: February 25 - March 22
Where: Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas
Cost: $92
You Must Wear a Hat, a world premiere by C. Meaker, follows Tuesday and Weeks, two hat makers living on the Great Barrier Reef as the world around them slowly falls apart. With the fish gone, the coral fading, and no other people in sight, the pair spend their days in the sweltering heat continuing their quiet routine—making hats. As time drifts on, they begin to question whether the work still matters, or whether it’s simply a way to keep going.
When: March 12-14
Where: Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E Lawther Dr, Dallas
Cost: $20 - $30