Based on the 1924 comic strip Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, this celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way!
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
When: June 20-22 / June 27-29
Cost: $22 and up
Ballet Concerto's Summer Dance Concert
Ballet Concerto's Summer Dance Concert brings together classical elegance and modern movement in an open-air performance experience. The program includes the return of Luis Montero's acclaimed Bolero, originally created for the company's 1990 season, along with a contemporary work by resident choreographer Elise Lavallee. Rounding out the evening is Jazz Swing, a lively piece by Artistic Director Webster Dean with choreography by the late Fernando Bujones.
Where: The Shops at Clearfork, 5188 Monahans Ave, Fort Worth
When: Thursday, June 19 - Sunday, June 22
Cost: Free - $70
Billy Bob's: Band of Heathens (Friday), William Beckmann (Saturday)
Where: Billy Bob's Fort Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 - $40
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
A Chorus Line is a celebration of those unsung heroes of the American Musical Theatre: the chorus dancers! This inside look at auditioning for a musical became one of the longest running shows on Broadway. Incredible music, and dancing make this "one" show you don't want to miss.
Where: Theatre Arlington, 305 W Main St, Arlington
When: June 19-22
Cost: $40
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra hosts Pride Night with DSO, a joyful celebration of identity, love, and belonging. Under the baton of Enrico Lopez-Yañez, the night features powerhouse vocalists Christian Dante White, Maiya Sykes, and the beloved Turtle Creek Chorale lighting up the Meyerson stage with a mix of Broadway showstoppers, film favorites, and disco anthems. After the concert, guests are invited to keep the celebration going at the Pride Block Party, taking over the Dallas Arts District all evening long.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St, Dallas
When: Friday, June 20 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $20
The inaugural Dallas Antiquarian Book Fair brings a treasure trove of literary history to North Texas, with rare books, manuscripts, maps, photographs, and ephemera on display for collectors, librarians, and history lovers alike. Sponsored by the Texas Booksellers Association, Half Price Books, the Southwest Chapter of the ABAA, and Potter and Potter Auctions, the three-day event runs June 20–22 at the Half Price Books warehouse in Carrollton. A $20 preview ticket grants early access Friday from 5–8 p.m. and covers admission for the entire weekend. Day passes for Saturday (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m.–3 p.m.) are $10 each. Online tickets are available now for those eager to explore the printed past.
Where: Half Price Books Warehouse, 1835 Forms Dr, Carrollton
When: Friday, June 20 - Sunday, June 22
Cost: $7 - $15
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden: Pride in Bloom
Established in 2022, this vibrant celebration invites you to experience the beauty of the garden while enjoying live performances, artisan vendors, and activities that showcase the diversity of the DFW community.
Where: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 21 at 10 a.m.
Cost: $10 and up
Discover the magic of spring at the Dallas Zoo's newest attraction, I Spy Butterflies—a walk-through garden filled with fluttering wings, blooming wildflowers, and hands-on fun. Nestled in the newly transformed Wildflower Ridge, this colorful exhibit lets you wander through a lush, pollinator-friendly landscape where hundreds of live butterflies take flight around you. It's a feast for the senses and a chance to learn about these vital creatures from on-site experts. You'll also find a new nature-inspired play area and the charming Monarch Express mini-train nearby—all included with your zoo admission.
Where: Dallas Zoo, 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas
When: Daily through October 26
Cost: Included with general admission
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
DRUMLine Live brings the electrifying spirit of Historically Black College and University marching bands to the stage in a high-energy international tour. Fusing bold percussion, dynamic choreography, and soulful takes on Top 40 hits, the show delivers a vibrant musical journey rooted in the HBCU tradition. From powerful drum cadences to synchronized routines, each performance captures the rhythm, pride, and pulse of the culture it celebrates.
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St, Dallas
When: Friday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $33 and up
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
FWSO: Concert on the Lawn at The Carter
The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to a patriotic evening on the lawn, spotlighting the powerful sounds of brass. The program features Sousa favorites like The Stars and Stripes Forever alongside Broadway classics such as Seventy-Six Trombones from The Music Man and selections from South Pacific. Guests are encouraged to pack blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks for a festive night of music and fun under the stars.
Where: Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, June 21 at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: "Pay what you can"
The Fall of Heaven takes audiences to a whimsical world where celestial beings wrestle with earthly dilemmas, blending sharp humor and heartfelt insight. As heaven's order teeters on the brink, this imaginative tale explores love, joy, and the chaos of being human—with quirky characters, clever dialogue, and a touch of the divine.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, Fort Worth
When: June 19-22 / June 26-29 / July 3-6 / July 10-13
Cost: $28
Set in 1962 Baltimore, the story follows the charmingly plus-sized teenager Tracy Turnblad, who dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins Show. When that dream finally comes true, Tracy rockets from social misfit to overnight sensation. Suddenly wielding influence, she's determined to topple the reigning Teen Queen, win over the dreamy Link Larkin, and bring integration to the television network—without ever flattening her signature hairdo. Hairspray is a Broadway smash, boasting eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Where: New Vida Church of God, 3727 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas
When: June 20-21 / June 27-28
Cost: $15 - $20
The Importance of Being Earnest
The Importance of Being Earnest tells the story of two men who assume the identities of a fictional man named Ernest. This leads them to fall in love and encounter an assortment of problems along the way.
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy, Dallas
When: June 25-27 / July 2-4 / July 9-11 / July 16-18
Cost: $15 and up
Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat
The classic Broadway musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, based on the Bible's Book of Genesis, tells the journey of Joseph, son of Jacob, his eleven brothers, and his coat of many colors. Filled with catchy songs and dances, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is one of the most enduring shows of all time.
Where: Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas
When: June 20-22 / June 24-29 / July 1-6 / July 9-13
Cost: $55 and up
For the first time in its more than 70-year history, the KPMG Women's PGA Championship is coming to Texas—marking a major milestone for one of the most prestigious tournaments in women's golf. As the second-oldest women's Major, the Championship draws the sport's top talent from around the globe. This year's field includes reigning champion Amy Yang, fresh off her 2024 victory and ready to defend her title on Texas soil. With its rich legacy and elite competition, the event promises to deliver a historic week of world-class golf.
Where: Fields Ranch, 3725 PGA Pkwy, Frisco
When: Thursday, June 19 - Sunday, June 22
Cost: $35 and up
Over 100 million people worldwide have experienced Disney's The Lion King—and now it's back at Dallas' Music Hall. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this beloved production features unforgettable music, dazzling visuals, and a story full of heart and adventure.
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
When: June 4 - July 3
Cost: $65 and up
Luke Bryan: Country Song Came On Tour
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas
When: Friday, June 20 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $73 and up
Night of Strings at the Garden: Baroque Reimagined
The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra strings bridge centuries in a program where Baroque meets the bold edge of today. Framing the concert are two innovative works by female composers: Clarice Assad's Suite for Lower Strings, a nod to Bach infused with 20th-century flair, and Caroline Shaw's Entr'acte, a playful, dance-like take on Haydn's minuet. At the center, Respighi's Suite No. 3 of Ancient Airs and Dances breathes new life into early music written for guitar and lute, offering a vibrant reinterpretation of Baroque sound.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Fort Worth
When: Friday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $35
Rodgers & Hammerstein's first collaboration set the stage for modern musical theatre. Set in a Western territory just after 1900, a lively rivalry between farmers and cowboys frames the love story of Curly, a cowboy, and Laurey, a spirited farm girl. Their journey contrasts with the comedic antics of Ado Annie and Will Parker, blending romance, humor, and the pioneering spirit of a new land.
Where: North Texas Performing Arts, 6121 W Park Blvd B216, Plano
When: June 19-22
Cost: $20 and up
In this reimagining of Shakespeare's Othello, the legendary general stands at the height of his influence—celebrated by Venice and newly married to the noble Desdemona. Unbeknownst to him, his decision to overlook his servant Iago for a promotion has set a cunning and vengeful plot in motion. This production puts a modern spin on the classic tragedy, transporting the story to an alternate version of the 1990s, where the Venetian empire reigns as the dominant global force in politics, military might, and commerce.
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy, Dallas
When: June 19-22 / June 28-29 / July 1 / July 5-6 / July 8 / July 12-13 / July 15 / July 19-20
Cost: $15 and up
Dallas CASA celebrates the 30th anniversary of Parade of Playhouses presenting imaginative children's playhouses to help child victims of abuse or neglect on June 13-29 at NorthPark Center. Generous architects, builders, organizations, corporations and individuals design, build and donate extraordinary children's playhouses to raise funds so that Dallas CASA can provide more volunteer advocates to protect children, restore their childhoods and help them reach their full potential. Raffle tickets for the opportunity to win a playhouse are sold and all proceeds from underwriting and raffle ticket sales benefit the children served by Dallas CASA.
Where: NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas
When: Now - June 29
Cost: Free / Raffle tickets $5 each or 5 for $20
2025 PianoTexas International Festival & Academy
PianoTexas presents a Festival encompassing superb programs of performance and learning for Young Artists, Juniors, Teachers, and Amateurs.
Where: Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU, Fort Worth
When: June 11-29
Cost: Free - $20
SPARK! Dallas presents Prismatic: Fantastical Realms, an immersive art pop-up created by local teens in partnership with Meow Wolf Grapevine. The exhibit features six vibrant, interactive spaces—from crystal caverns to underwater worlds—each themed by color. Open weekends through September 7, it marks SPARK!'s 10th anniversary and celebrates youth creativity.
Where: SPARK! Dallas, 1409 Botham Jean Blvd #004, Dallas
When: Weekends through September 7
Cost: $25 and up
At the dawn of a new century, everything is changing… and anything is possible. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, three distinctly American tales are woven together – that of a stifled upper-class wife, a determined Jewish immigrant and a daring young Harlem musician – united by their courage, compassion and belief in the promise of the future. Together, they confront history's timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and what it means to live in America. This Tony award-winning show is filled with pageantry, emotion and hope, bursting onto the stage like no other musical.
Where: Lewisville Playhouse, 160 W Main St, Lewisville
When: June 19-22 / June 26-29
Cost: $25-$30
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Fallen Soufflé
It's the eve of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee - but her son, the playboy Prince of Wales, and French chef Auguste Escoffier have just turned up at 221B Baker Street in the thick of scandal and blackmail. Royal vice, priceless gems, and gourmet food abound in this new action-packed whodunit. Noted sleuth Sherlock Holmes reunites with his beloved Irene Adler and his partner Dr. Watson for their tastiest and most bizarre case yet.
Where: Stage West Theatre, 821 W Vickery Blvd, Fort Worth
When: June 19-22 / June 26-29
Cost: $30 and up
Step into a vibrant blue world at The Smurf Experience, an interactive indoor adventure spanning 13,000 square feet of fun. This immersive playground invites guests to shrink down to Smurf size and take on a mission to stop the wicked Gargamel. As you journey through Smurf Village, the Enchanted Forest, and the villain's hideout, you'll tackle obstacle courses, join scavenger hunts, dive into virtual reality, and meet your favorite Smurf characters along the way.
Where: Esports Stadium Arlington, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
When: Daily through August 11 / Mon - Sun: 10:00am - 8:30pm
Cost: $30 and up
Garland Summer Musicals presents The Sound of Music – the final masterpiece from Rodgers & Hammerstein. It remains one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Packed with iconic songs like "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," "Do-Re-Mi," and "My Favorite Things," it tells the uplifting story of Maria, a spirited postulant who brings music and light to the von Trapp family. As Austria falls under Nazi rule, the family faces a life-altering choice in this timeless tale of love, courage, and conviction.
Where: Granville Arts Center, 300 N 5th Street Garland
When: June 13-22
Cost: $43
Amphibian Stage's annual summer arts festival, SparkFest'25, shines a spotlight on Native American and Indigenous voices from Turtle Island and Hawai'i, celebrating underrepresented communities through powerful stories, vibrant performances, and a rich cultural tapestry designed to inspire and engage.
Where: Amphibian Stage, 120 S Main St, Fort Worth
When: June 13-22
Cost: $75 to get into every show
Diamond Rio headlines this year's Stars & Guitars concert, set for Friday, June 20 on the Baseball Fields at City Hall. Food trucks open at 5:30 p.m., with Diamond Rio taking the stage at 7:45. The evening wraps up with a fireworks show around 9:15.
Where: City of Colleyville, Baseball Fields at City Hall, 100 Main St, Colleyville
When: Friday, June 20 at 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Think you've got what it takes to crush some sliders? Join Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers on Saturday, June 21st at 3 p.m. for the 2025 Summer Slider Eating Competition — happening live at all locations…including in Euless. It's amateur-only and all about speed: devour 20 cheeseburger sliders in 10 minutes or less, and if you're the fastest at your spot, you'll advance to the Championship Round at the Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration at Westworld! Everyone who enters on June 21 gets a $25 gift card, a Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers T-shirt, and two general admission tickets to the 4th of July event in Scottsdale — just for showing up and giving it your best bite.
Where: Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers, 2221 State Highway 121, Euless
When: Saturday, June 21 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra
Thee Phantom fuses the raw energy of hip-hop with the power and elegance of a live orchestra—complete with strings, horns, woodwinds, and piano. Layer in a soulful vocalist, a masterful DJ, and a fiery, commanding MC, and you've only scratched the surface of what Thee Phantom & the Illharmonic Orchestra bring to the stage. It's a genre-blending performance that redefines what a concert experience can be.
Where: Winspear Opera House, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $33 and up
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
Gaylord Texan Resort and Warner Bros. Discovery present Universe of Light—a dazzling walkthrough attraction featuring over 1,000 glowing lanterns and 40 iconic DC Super Heroes and Villains. Created by artisans from Zigong, China, the display transforms the resort into larger-than-life scenes from Gotham City, Themyscira, and Metropolis. Guests can snap photos inside the Batmobile, witness Superman vs. Lex Luthor overhead, explore interactive areas, and meet DC characters—all open to resort guests and day visitors alike.
Where: Gaylord Texan, Grapevine
When: Daily through September 1
Cost: $25
WNFC IX Cup Championship Weekend
The IX Cup weekend celebrates the power and progress of women's football with a slate of high-level competition and meaningful moments, all connected to the World Corporate Headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys. The main event—the WNFC IX Cup Championship—airs Saturday on ESPN2, featuring the Washington Prodigy and Texas Elite Spartans in a battle for the title. More than a game, the weekend honors the trailblazing women who paved the way and showcases the future of the sport. Events include the WNFC All-Pro Game, the Top 100 Varsity Girls Flag Championship, and the WNFC Adult Women's 5v5 Flag Tournament, all reinforcing the league's rallying cry: Football Looks Like This™.
Where: Ford Center at the Star, Frisco
When: Daily through September 1
Cost: $43 and up
In her backstage dressing room, British actress Lillie Langtry—former companion to the Prince of Wales—waits for a telegram from Oscar Wilde, while preparing for a bold new solo show, Wilde Women. Written and performed by Krista Scott and directed by Jennifer Engler, the world premiere highlights Wilde's legendary female characters and will head to the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Where: Walsh Center for Performing Arts, 2800 S University Dr, Fort Worth
When: June 20-22
Cost: $20
"Xanadu" glides onto the stage with a dazzling blend of music, myth, and roller skates. Set against the colorful backdrop of Venice Beach, this whimsical musical tells the story of Sonny Malone, a down-on-his-luck artist, whose world is upended by Kira—a radiant muse from Mount Olympus. Together, they set out to breathe new life into a forgotten roller disco and awaken the creative spark that's been hiding in Sonny all along.
Where: Theatre Three, 2688 Laclede St, Dallas
When: June 19-22 / June 26-29 / July 3-6
Cost: $40
