'70s and '80s Rock and Pop Hits
The McKinney Philharmonic Orchestra presents an evening that revisits some of the most recognizable music of the past several decades, featuring symphonic arrangements of iconic hits by artists such as ABBA, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Elton John, Styx, Queen, Tina Turner, The Police, and The Beatles. The orchestra is joined by vocalists Georgia Barge and Trenton Hull, adding a contemporary edge to these classic songs. The concert blends nostalgia with live orchestral performance, offering a high-energy program designed to keep the audience engaged from start to finish.
When: Saturday, February 7 at 7 p.m.
Where: McKinney Boyd High School, McKinney
Cost: $20 and up
Experience the iconic music of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, alongside the electrifying hits of Wilson Pickett, one of soul's most dynamic voices. With her soaring vocals and striking charisma, Aretha Franklin gave the world masterpieces like "Respect," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," and "Think." Paired with the raw energy of Wilson Pickett's unforgettable hits like "Mustang Sally," "In the Midnight Hour," and "Land of 1,000 Dances," this show pays tribute to the legends who defined the sound of soul.
When: January 28-February 22
Where: Casa Mañana Theatre, Fort Worth
Cost: $95
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
Billy Bob's Concerts (Friday: Southall / Saturday: Clay Walker)
When: Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob's Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $20 - $75
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
"Curtains" is a musical whodunnit set in 1959, where the opening night of a new Broadway musical is interrupted by the murder of its leading lady. Detective Frank Cioffi, a fan of musical theatre, must solve the mystery while the show tries to continue. The plot unfolds with a blend of mystery, comedy, and classic musical theatre elements. Could the culprit be the hard-edged lady producer, one of the recently divorced songwriting team, the egomaniacal British director, or the seemingly sweet ingénue? Lt. Cioffi is on the case! ... he may even have to question the ingénue twice.
When: February 6-8 / February 13-15
Where: Granville Arts Center, Garland
Cost: $17 - $27
DSO: How to Train Your Dragon – In Concert
A winner with audiences and critics alike, Dreamworks' How to Train Your Dragon is a captivating and original story that combines humor, fire-breathing action and epic adventure! Hiccup is a young Viking who defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes – a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds.
When: Friday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, February 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
Cost: $180 and up
The region's largest celebration of boating and Texas lake life sets sail under one roof at Dallas Market Hall, featuring more than 600 boats, accessories, and show-only gear while bringing tailgate-style energy to the indoor show floor. It's a great stop for outdoor lovers and watercraft enthusiasts of all kinds.
When: Friday, February 6 from 12 – 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 7 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday, February 8 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Dallas Market Hall, Dallas
Cost: Adults - $18 / Kids - $10
A musical about two young lovers, Matt and Luisa, who are tricked into falling in love by their fathers, who stage a feud to bring them together. The story explores themes of love, disillusionment, and the complexities of relationships, as the young couple's love is tested and they eventually find their way back to each other with a deeper understanding of love.
When: February 6-8 / February 13-15 / February 20-22
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
Cost: $25 - $28
In this regional premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning, hit Broadway comedy, Juicy's got a lot on his plate – his mom just married his uncle. All he wants is to make his own way as a queer Black man in a Southern family. But here's the rub – his father's ghost just turned up at a backyard barbecue demanding vengeance. In this delicious and sizzling reinvention of Shakespeare's masterpiece, a young man vows to break the cycles of violence in service of his own liberation and joy.
Where: Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas
When: January 30 – February 8
Cost: $51-$95
The Final Adventures of Hercules
Grab your togas and tighten your sandals — The Final Adventure of Hercules is flexing its way onto the stage! This melodrama of mythic proportions promises gods, monsters, and more drama than Zeus at a family reunion. Audience participation is mandatory (popcorn-throwing encouraged, lightning bolts optional). Bring the muscles of Hercules, the charm of Aphrodite, or the comedic timing of Dionysus after a few too many, and join them for the first melodrama of 2026! (PG-13 Contains Adult Innuendo & Humor)
When: February 5-8 / February 12-14
Where: Pocket Sandwich Theatre, 1104 Elm St, Carrollton
Cost: $15 - $18
Featuring electrifying dancers and musicians from the U.S. and Spain, Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana brings passion to life in Tablao Flamenco.
When: Friday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Moody Performance Hall, Dallas
Cost: $75 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
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
Gipsy Kings in concert (featuring Nicolas Reyes)
Where: Majestic Theatre, Dallas
When: Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $60 and up
The first play adaptation of the classic novel and cult film. It premiered in April 2000 at the Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, starring Kathleen Turner as Mrs Robinson California in the 60s. Benjamin's got excellent grades, very proud parents and, since he helped Mrs Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him.
Where: The Addison Performing Arts Centre, 15650 Addison Rd, Addison
When: February 3-8
Cost: $49
A typical day in Tuna, the third-smallest town in Texas, unfolds over the airwaves of Radio OKKK, where local voices cycle through a stream of oddball news and questionable wisdom. From offbeat headlines and wildly optimistic weather forecasts to questionable business ads, civic schemes, and a high school football recap that explains a 48–0 loss as an inability to score, the station becomes a nonstop parade of small-town characters. As the day rolls on, Tuna's residents take turns at the mic, offering a sharp, ridiculous, and affectionate take on life, politics, and human nature.
Where: Onstage in Bedford, 2400 School Ln, Bedford
When: February 5-8 / February 13 / February 15 / 20-22
Cost: $10 - $27
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
A rapper, beat-maker, and hype man start to find success making music together. Still, harmony is harder to find when the interracial hip-hop trio clashes over how to use their newfound platform in the wake of a police shooting. Hype Man is a rhythmically woven drama exploring race, representation, fame, and friendship.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, Fort Worth
When: February 6-8 / February 13-15 / February 20-22 / February 27-28
Cost: $28 and up
The Legends of Country from Richardson Symphony Orchestra
Saddle up for a Texas-sized tribute to iconic country legends with timeless hits from Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Garth Brooks, and more. Sing along and two-step in your seat as the music captures the true spirit of classic country music, blending nostalgia and the essence of Americana into an unforgettable evening.
Where: Eisemann Center, Richardson
When: Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $28 and up
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
Take a flight of the imagination when a pilot stranded in the desert meets the little prince. After an action-packed galactic journey, this magical boy visits Earth, determined to find a way to save his own tiny planet and everything he cherishes. Friendship, loss, love, and finding out that what's truly important in life is explored in this opera filled with warm wisdom and lyrical beauty.
When: February 6 at 7:30 p.m. / February 8 at 2 p.m. / February 11 at 7:30 p.m. / February 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Winspear Opera House, Dallas
Cost: $26 and up
New Edition / Boyz II Men / Toni Braxton in concert: The New Edition Way Tour
When: Saturday, February 7 at 8 p.m.
Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas
Cost: $131 and up
The Dallas Open returns as an ATP Tour 500 men's tournament, marking its fifth year in the city and its second year at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco. One of just two ATP 500 events in the United States—and the nation's only indoor ATP Tour championship—the tournament delivers elite professional tennis to North Texas. The field includes top-ranked Americans Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz, along with Casper Ruud, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Tommy Paul, Flavio Cobolli, and other international standouts, plus the fan-favorite All-American Classic featuring John McEnroe, Andy Roddick, John Isner, and Sam Querrey.
When: February 7 - February 15
Where: Ford Center at the Star, Frisco
Cost: $42 and up
A Night with Janis Joplin is a vibrant, electrifying tribute to the legendary rock and blues singer, celebrating her life, her influences, and the raw power of her music. Through a concert-style journey, Janis shares the stage with the voices of trailblazing women who shaped her sound—from Aretha Franklin to Bessie Smith. It's a soul-stirring night of music, memories, and the unapologetic spirit of a true original.
When: February 5-7 / February 12-14 / February 19-21
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W 4th St, Fort Worth
Cost: $35 and up
Remember Me is an immersive soundscape performance that blends original music, visual compositions, and spoken word from members of the Dallas LGBTQ+ community. The piece is a meditation on memories, how they shape us and how they bind us together.
When: February 6-8
Where: Wyly Theatre, Dallas
Cost: $35
From Johnny Cash's iconic songbook comes a unique musical journey through love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, and the healing power of home and family. Told through over two dozen of his greatest hits—including "I Walk The Line," "A Boy Named Sue," "Folsom Prison Blues," and the title song "Ring of Fire"—performed by a multi-talented cast that paints a musical portrait of The Man in Black in a foot-stompin', crowd-pleasin' salute to the musical legend.
When: February 5-8 / February 12-15
Where: The Firehouse Theatre, 2535 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch
Cost: $40 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 Sunday, February 8
Where: Downtown Rowlett, 4001 Main Street
Cost: Free admission and free skate rental
When the Dashwood sisters are left nearly penniless, they must navigate love, heartbreak, and society's expectations with both sense and sensibility. Austen's beloved tale comes alive in this spirited, witty adaptation filled with romance, scandal, and the enduring bonds of sisterhood.
When: February 6-7 / February 13-15 / February 19-22
Where: Stolen Shakespeare Guild, 3623 Decatur Ave, Fort Worth
Cost: $19 and up
Trial & Tribulation from Mesquite Symphony Orchestra
The Mesquite Symphony Orchestra presents "Trial & Tribulation" on Saturday night. The program features Copland's "Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra, Harp, and Piano," and Tchaikovsky's "Symphony Nº5 in E Minor."
When: Saturday, February 7 at 7 p.m.
Where: Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 North Galloway, Mesquite
Cost: Free admission and free skate rental
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: February 7-8 / February 14-15
Where: Casa Mañana Theatre, Fort Worth
Cost: $19 and up
