River Legacy Nature Center in Arlington is hosting The Art & Science of Arachnids, a traveling exhibit that combines live arachnid displays with interactive learning and art. Guests can explore themed galleries that highlight spiders, scorpions, and their relatives, with hands-on activities, educational panels, and design elements that show how these creatures inspire art and culture. It's designed as a family-friendly way to demystify arachnids while still giving you a good little shiver just in time for late fall.
When: Daily through early 2026
Where: River Legacy Nature Center, Arlington
Cost: Standard Nature Center admission
Astra Lumina Dallas: An Immersive Nightwalk Experience
The immersive night-walk light show known as Astra Lumina is sticking around in North Texas through the weekend after Valentine's Day. It's a magical mix of lighting, soundscapes, and storytelling that draws from a nighttime "luminous trail" format. The experience is ideal for families or couples.
When: Friday and Saturday nights through February 20.
Where: Trinity Forest Adventure Park, Dallas
Cost: $20 and up
Barbie - You Can Be Anything: The Experience
Barbie is the ultimate career guide having had more than 200 jobs over the last 60 years. Explore a variety of careers and learn the story of real-life women who broke barriers in their industry.
When: Daily through January 25
Where: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy Street, Fort Worth
Cost: included with Museum admission: ($12 - $16)
When: Thursday at 7 p.m. / Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob's Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $20 - $100
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
Edward Gardner returns to conduct Holst's most famous score, with the astrological character of each of the celestial bodies. Walton's regal hymn of praise was commissioned to celebrate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth in 1953 and sung as she made her exit from Westminster Abbey.
When: Thursday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
Cost: $123 and up
Dungeons & Dragons: The Immersive Quest
This isn't just a game—it's a live, interactive fantasy quest where every choice shapes your destiny. Explore immersive sets, face thrilling challenges, and experience the magic of storytelling brought to life. Solve puzzles, battle mythical foes, and uncover secrets in a one-of-a-kind fantasy world for all ages.
Where: At Home, 2704 Central Expy, Plano
When: December 3-February 1
Cost: $20 and up
The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is back for 2026, running January 16 through February 7 at Dickies Arena and the Will Rogers Memorial Center, and once again it's set to take over Cowtown in the best possible way. One of the longest-running livestock shows in the country, the Stock Show blends top-tier rodeo competition with a massive showcase of Texas culture — from livestock and horse shows to carnival rides, shopping, food vendors, and hands-on family attractions. While the nightly rodeos inside Dickies Arena are ticketed, much of the surrounding grounds are free to explore, making it an easy all-day outing whether you're there for the cowboys, the animals, or just a corny dog and a stroll.
This year's rodeo schedule features several standout events that give each night its own flavor. Opening weekend includes the Best of the West Ranch Rodeo, followed by crowd favorites like the Best of Mexico Celebración, Cowboys of Color Rodeo, and the always-popular Bulls' Night Out. The heart of the event is the FWSSR PRORODEO Tournament, which runs from late January through the final weekend with a $1.5 million purse and some of the best competitors in the sport. Off the dirt, longtime traditions continue with the All Western Parade through downtown Fort Worth, plus youth livestock competitions, petting zoos, and educational exhibits that keep the Stock Show rooted in its agricultural mission. It's big, it's busy, and for a few weeks every winter, it's unmistakably Fort Worth.
When: January 16–February 7
Where: Dickies Arena & Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth
Cost: Adults - $15 / Children Ages 6 to 16 - $8 / 5 and under Free / Rodeo tickets vary
FWSO Stars: Stas Chernyshev and George Sakakeeny Play Strauss
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra principal clarinet Stas Chernyshev joins acting principal bassoon George Sakakeeny for the Duet-Concertino by Richard Strauss. The concert begins with Felix Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage, which starts with a meditative passage followed by an adventurous allegro. The program concludes with Schumann's optimistic second symphony.
Where: Bass Hall, Fort Worth
When: Friday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, January 24 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, January 25 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $30 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
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
When a young maiden who has never touched a sword learns she must defend her inheritance in a duel, she calls upon her domineering aunt – the finest blade anywhere – to help save her house and lands. As she meekly learns to fence, she struggles with a milksop suitor, a servant girl posing as a Prussian fencing master, a Prussian fencing master who thinks he is there to marry her, and a stodgy lawyer who expects her to be killed at any moment. Like all classic farces, everyone gets the ending they deserve in unexpected ways…but will they be satisfied?
Where: Cox Playhouse, 1517 H Ave, Plano
When: January 22-24 / January 30-February 1
Cost: $20
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
In this award-winning, contemporary play, a young couple find themselves examining the scope of their lives together and the world around them when they begin considering starting a family.
When: Thursday, January 22 - Sunday, January 25
Where: Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas
Cost: $35
Paul Chowdhry: Artificial Indian Tour
When: Thursday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
Cost: $31 and up
This attraction is bringing a touch of winter magic to Downtown Rowlett all the way through Saturday, February 8th. Bundle up, grab your friends and family, and experience the joy of skating under the twinkling lights right in the heart of Rowlett. Open Monday – Friday from 5pm - 9pm and Saturday & Sunday from 2pm-9pm.
When: Daily through Saturday, February 8
Where: Downtown Rowlett, 4001 Main Street
Cost: Free admission and free skate rental
Shen Yun transports audiences to ancient China through classical Chinese dance and storytelling inspired by traditional legends. The production combines colorful costumes, digital backdrops, and live orchestral music to bring centuries-old culture to the stage. Each piece offers a glimpse into history, mythology, and artistic traditions rarely seen in modern performance.
When: Thursday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m. / Friday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m. / Saturday, January 24 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. / Sunday, January 25 at 2 p.m.
Where: Eisemann Center, Richardson
Cost: $80 and up
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition
Join Dorothy and Toto on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road! When a tornado sweeps Dorothy away to the magical land of Oz, she must find a way to get home to Kansas. Along with a Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off to see the Wizard of Oz and enlist his help. Featuring classic songs including "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," this beloved musical is a timeless tale of friendship, courage, and finding your way home.
When: January 23-25 / January 31-February 1 / February 7-8 / February 14-15
Where: Casa Mañana Theatre, Fort Worth
Cost: $19 and up
