Symphony Under the Sea: A MyDSO Sensory-Friendly Concert
Dive into an enchanting underwater adventure with Symphony Under the Sea. In celebration of World Ocean Day, this program brings the magic and mystery of the sea to life through music. From the sweeping waves of classical masterpieces by Mendelssohn and Saint-Saëns, to the beloved melodies of The Little Mermaid and Moana, this concert captures the wonder of the ocean in a way that's both exciting and immersive. With pre-concert activities like an instrument petting zoo and resources for family, this sensory-friendly concert designed for music lovers of all ages, will transport you on a symphonic journey beneath the sea.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 7 at 11 a.m.
Cost: $25-$30
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra's beloved Parks Concert Series returns this summer with five free, family-friendly performances across Dallas. Assistant Conductor Shira Samuels-Shragg leads all concerts, including shows highlighting selections from West Side Story, Star Wars: The Mandalorian, and E.T.
2025 DSO Parks Concert Schedule:
Fri, June 6 – 8:15 p.m. | Exall Park, 3501 Live Oak St. (Canceled if it rains)
Sat, June 7 – 8:15 p.m. | Kidd Springs Park, 1003 Cedar Hill Ave. (Canceled if it rains)
Tue, June 10 – 8:15 p.m. | Fretz Park, 6950 Belt Line Rd. (Canceled if it rains)
Thu, June 12 – 8:15 p.m. | Paul Quinn College, 3837 Simpson Stuart Rd. (Rain site: Tiger's Den Gymnasium)
Cost: Free
Soul Rep Theatre presents the North Texas premiere of Ain't No Mo', the bold, Tony-nominated comedy by Fort Worth native Jordan E. Cooper. Blending satire, sketch, and a dash of drag, the play imagines a surreal offer: the U.S. government gives Black Americans a one-way ticket to Africa. It's fast, funny, and sharply reflective of Black life in America today. (Mature content)
Where: Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas
When: June 5-8
Cost: $20 and up
All You Can Eataly: Festa della Repubblica!
On Friday, June 6, Eataly is throwing its biggest all-access party of the year—All You Can Eataly: Festa della Repubblica!—for an unforgettable evening of Italian celebration with endless food, drinks, and entertainment. For one night only, the marketplace will be closed to the public and open exclusively to ticket holders, who can indulge in 50+ Italian bites, 50+ wines, spirits, and beers, plus in-person chef demos, live music from Emerald City Band, DJ sets, a photo booth, a dunk tank for charity, and more. General admission tickets ($125) include unlimited tastings and entry at either 7 or 7:30PM, while VIP tickets ($175) offer early entry at 6PM, premium bites and sips, and a tote bag filled with treats. All guests 21 and older must show valid ID.
Where: Eataly Dallas, 8687 N Central Expy #2172, Dallas
When: Friday, June 6 at 6 p.m.
Cost: $125 and up
Asleep At The Wheel in Concert
Where: Longhorn Ballroom, 216 Corinth St, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 7 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $50 and up
The BIG Dance: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Get ready to boogie as Dallas Black Dance Theatre brings Disco Fever to its sixth annual BIG Dance fundraiser. With The Special Edition Band spinning timeless disco hits and guests dressed in glam "Studio 54 Chic," it's a night of sparkle and celebration. This year's event also shines a spotlight on three key supporters of the Dallas Black Dance Academy—Sheena M. Payne, the Kirk Family, and the Willis Family—whose commitment has empowered generations of young dancers.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 7 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $150 and up
Where: Billy Bob's Fort Worth
When: Thursday at 9 p.m., Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $18 - $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
Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, one of Broadway's longest-running and most iconic musicals, returns with its unforgettable score, striking choreography, and imaginative costumes. Set during the mystical Jellicle Ball, the show follows a tribe of cats as they come together for one special night to decide which of them will be granted a new life in the Heaviside Layer.
Where: Casa Mañana Theatre, Fort Worth
When: June 3-8
Cost: $49 and up
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 6-8 / June 12-15 / June 19-22
Cost: $40
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
Opera Arlington brings Mozart's Don Giovanni to life with a daring twist—set in the glitzy, scandal-filled world of a 1980s soap opera. In this bold reimagining by Eliza Escalante, the charming antihero navigates fame, power, and betrayal as past lovers and revenge plots close in. With Jason Lim conducting and a chamber orchestra providing the soundtrack, it's a dramatic collision of opera and tabloid-worthy chaos.
Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1200 W Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington
When: June 6 and June 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 and up
Bruce Wood Dance closes out Season 15 with Echoes—a powerful program featuring the return of Bruce Wood's all-male work I'm My Brother's Keeper, Lar Lubovitch's Concerto Six Twenty-Two, and the world premiere of Love Songs, created by an all-female team and cast. This new work honors Wood's legacy with heart, grace, and bold choreography.
Where: Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St, Dallas
When: June 6-8
Cost: $27 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
Set in 1960s Texas, Fatherland is a gripping original drama that follows two estranged brothers as they reunite after their parents' brutal murder. As they dig into the mystery behind the crime, long-buried family secrets rise to the surface, pulling them into a web of betrayal, corruption, and vengeance.
Where: The Addison Performing Arts Centre, 15650 Addison Rd, Addison
When: June 5-7
Cost: $30
Fort Worth Water Lantern Festival
The Water Lantern Festival offers a heartwarming night of connection, celebration, and reflection. With glowing lanterns floating across the water, families, friends, and even strangers come together to share in a peaceful, unforgettable atmosphere. Enjoy live music, delicious bites from food trucks, and hands-on activities as you take part in a beautiful display of light and hope that will stay with you long after the night ends.
Where: Panther Island Pavilion, Fort Worth
When: June 6-7
Cost: $31 - $58
Grapevine Vintage Railroad: Lone Star Speakeasy Special
Kick off summer in style aboard the Lone Star Speakeasy Special, a roaring '20s-inspired ride on the Historic Grapevine Vintage Railroad. This rolling speakeasy invites guests to dress in Gatsby glam and enjoy an evening of Texas wine, live jazz-era vibes, and delicious bites. Choose General Admission for two glasses of wine, a souvenir glass, and individual snacks—or upgrade to Ambassador Class for a private table, charcuterie, extra drink tickets, and VIP parking.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 707 S Main St, Grapevine
When: Friday, June 6 at 7:25 p.m.
Cost: $56
Judge Charles R. Rose Community Park Grand Opening
Come celebrate a new gem in the heart of Dallas! Trust for Public Land invites you to the grand opening of The Judge Charles R. Rose Community Park—a 40-acre space shaped in collaboration with local residents. Named after the beloved Judge Rose, a tireless advocate for justice, this special day will feature free fun for the whole family, with music, performances, games, food, family portraits, and activities for all ages.
Where: Rose Community Park, 3200 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 7 at 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush in Concert
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
When: Friday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $65 and up
Little Elm Brew & Que festival is back for its 10th year. Festivities include beer and wine tastings from national award-winning breweries and wineries, three great bands, BBQ tastings from top pitmasters across Texas, VIP passes with extra perks, contests, shopping from great vendors, and an amazing fireworks show at the conclusion of the event.
Where: Little Elm Park, 701 W Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm
When: Saturday, June 7 · 4 - 9:30pm
Cost: General admission starts at $35
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
This fast-paced comedy finds the irony and humor in life's most unhappy events as it chronicles one couple, Bette and Boo, through three decades of married life. Adult language/themes.
Where: Theatre Denton, 214 W Hickory St, Denton
When: June 5-8
Cost: $23 - $30
Music Made Here Concert Series
On the first Friday of every month, experience the Music Made Here Concert Series—a vibrant musical journey with live performances by dynamic artists in the newly revitalized Downtown Garland Square. The majority of concerts are FREE. On Friday, June 6 it's The Band Feel joined by Jimmy Wallace & The Stratoblasters.
Where: Garland City Square, 520 W State St, Garland
When: Friday, June 6 at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
National Trails Day at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve
On National Trails Day, volunteers are invited to lend a hand at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve, a 121-acre gem in the heart of Oak Cliff cherished by Dallas hikers and mountain bikers. Paleteria y Neveria La Mexicana will provide popsicles for the volunteers. Registration begins at 7:45 a.m., and participants should bring closed-toed shoes and a water bottle; work gloves and tools will be provided, but volunteers may bring their own. Children over 12 are welcome with an accompanying adult. Groups from churches and local organizations are encouraged to come together to help restore this urban treasure, which hosts thousands of outdoor enthusiasts every year.
Where: Oak Cliff Nature Preserve, 2875 Pierce St, Dallas
When: Saturday, June 7 at 8 a.m.
Cost: Free
Kaleidoscope Park invites guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of the islands during the Polynesian Festival. This free, tropical-themed event promises a lively celebration with island-inspired food, local vendors, arts and crafts, luau games, and performances by Polynesian dancers. The festival features four live dance shows—Toloa Polynesian Dance at 10:30 a.m., No te Moana at 11 a.m., Sounds of Polynesia at 11:30 a.m., and Koloa of Polynesia at noon—delighting visitors with authentic cultural entertainment.
Where: Kaleidoscope Park, 6635 Warren Pkwy, Frisco
When: Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
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
Fort Worth is set to host the debut of Red Bull Rancher Strong, a high-intensity fitness event that blends ranch life grit with athletic challenge. Inspired by the daily grind of cowboys and ranchers, the course features seven obstacles rooted in riding, roping, and livestock care—each with a fitness-focused twist. Whether you're a ranch hand or a gym rat, this event tests pure strength, endurance, and toughness to see who's truly Rancher Strong.
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, June 7 at 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $27
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
Soldaderas to Amazonas: Escaramuzas Charras
For nearly 50 years, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame has honored the stories of women often left out of history. Their new exhibition, Soldaderas to Amazonas: Escaramuzas Charras, explores the deep ties between the Mexican Revolution's soldaderas and today's escaramuza riders—eight-woman teams who perform fast, synchronized horseback routines rooted in tradition. With no big prizes or sponsorships, escaramuza is less about fame and more about heritage, grit, and pride.
Where: National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame, Fort Worth
When: Daily through June 8
Cost: Adults (12+): $12 / Seniors (65+): $9 / Children: $6 / Children (0-3): Free
Where: Globe Life Field, Arlington
When: Friday, June 6 and Saturday June 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $117 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
The scenic, paved race route will guide you around the beautiful master-planned community of Trinity Falls and along the 350-acre natural park with miles of winding, wooded river frontage where families explore and become one with nature. National Trails Day is a nationwide event to encourage people to discover their local trails and celebrate spending time outdoors.
Where: The Lodge at Trinity Falls, 105 Parkland Cres, McKinney
When: Saturday, June 7 at 8 a.m.
Cost: $30
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
Van Cliburn International Piano Competition
Widely considered one of the preeminent international music contests, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition exists to share excellent classical music with the largest international audience possible and to launch the careers of its winners every four years. The world's top 18- to 30-year-old pianists compete for gold in front of a live audience in Fort Worth, Texas, as well as a global online viewership of over 5 million. The finals are on June 7.
Where: Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU / Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
When: June 3-7
Cost: $35 and up
Van Cliburn Competition Grand Finale
The Cliburn is teaming up with Sundance Square to bring Fort Worth a grand finale for the 2025 Cliburn Competition with a two-day community celebration on June 6 and 7. The public is invited to gather in Sundance Square Plaza for a free outdoor Watch Party featuring live simulcasts of the final two concerts and the Awards Ceremony. The event also coincides with Sundance Square's First Saturday, showcasing local vendors and food trucks. The celebration wraps up Saturday night with Mayor Mattie Parker officially welcoming the 2025 medalists as honorary Fort Worthians—followed by a Van Cliburn-inspired fireworks show lighting up the sky.
Where: Sundance Square, Fort Worth
When: June 6 at 6:30 p.m. / June 7 at 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
