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The Top 10 Things To Do This Week In Dallas & Collin County

Plan your week of January 8 – 11, 2023
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What a way to kickoff the new year! Think the Miller Lite Cowboys hour, a concert of the Charlatans, the World Of Barbie exhibit and much more. Plus, treat your taste buds with tasty drinks and meals such as mocktails and baby back ribs.

Don't forget to scroll all the way down to see our local picks for must-go upcoming events and our weekly recommendations for where to eat and drink this week.

Come right in because here's the only list you need!

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National Championship Watch Party

When: January 8, 2024 | 6:30 p.m.
Where: Legacy Hall | 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano
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Be part of the action at Legacy Hall's National Championship watch party on January 8, 2024. Witness the thrilling matchup between the Washington Huskies and the Michigan Wolverines on giant screens and enjoy mouthwatering food, ice-cold drinks and a vibrant atmosphere, creating the perfect game-day experience. Bring your friends and make some noise as you cheer for your favorite college football teams.

Miller Lite Cowboys Hour

When: January 8, 2024 | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Sidecar Social Frisco | 6770 Winning Dr, Frisco
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Join the Miller Lite Cowboys hour on January 8, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Sidecar Social in Frisco. This free event features current Cowboys players alongside hosts Brad Sham and Kristi Scales. Presented by Albertsons and Tom Thumb, the show is broadcast live from Sidecar Social, offering food and drink specials as hosts and players discuss the game.

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NCAA Bowl Game Watch Events

When: January 8, 2024 | 12:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Where: The Monument Realty PGA District | 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
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Join the NCAA Bowl game watch event at The Monument Realty PGA District. Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of Ice House, the relaxed setting of Lounge by Topgolf or the stylish Ryder Cup Grille, catch almost every game on the 900 sq. ft. video wall. Also, enjoy specials like chicken wings and beer buckets every Friday and Saturday at Ice House.

The Charlatans (UK) & RIDE - North American Tour 2024

When: January 10, 2024 | 7:00 p.m.
Where: House of Blues Dallas | 2200 N Lamar St, Dallas
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The Charlatans bring their North American Tour to House of Blues Dallas this weekend on January 10. The venue's doors open at 7:00 p.m. for this all-ages rock music event. There will be an announcement about the scheduled support acts. For VIP seating, contact [email protected]. Enjoy a complete night out with House of Blues and make it a memorable experience with this English rock band!

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Chamber Works Networking Event

When: January 11, 2023 | 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Where: Strikz Entertainment | 8789 Lebanon Rd, Frisco
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Attend the Chamber Works networking event on January 11, 2023, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Strikz Entertainment in Frisco. Enjoy breakfast and networking starting at 7:00 a.m., with the main event beginning at 7:30 a.m. The gathering includes a 5-minute presentation from the breakfast sponsor and an opportunity for attendees to give a 30-second business commercial. With 80-100 business owners, it's a vibrant opportunity to connect.

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience

When: January 8 to 13, 2024 | See the full schedule
Where: Little Elm Park | 701 W Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm
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Little Elm Park hosts a spellbinding event: Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience. Enchanting lights and theatrical wonders bring the world of wizards to life. Visitors embark on a trail through a magical forest, encountering creatures like hippogriffs and unicorns. Armed with wands, attendees can cast spells and conjure patronuses, delight in Harry Potter-inspired food, capture memories with fun photos and immerse themselves in the enchantment of Harry Potter!

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The Living Black & White Harry Hunsacker Adventure, Death Express!

When: January 8 to 21, 2024 | 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Eisemann Center | 2351 Performance Drive Richardson
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Embark on a thrilling adventure with Pegasus theatre's Living Black & White Harry Hunsacker in "Death Express! at the Eisemann Center. Detective Harry Hunsacker, his assistant Nigel Grouse, and Lt. Foster are on a murder-bound train. The play pays tribute to old black-and-white movies with murder, mystery and mayhem. The innovative Living Black & White technique promises a visually stunning experience.

World Of Barbie

When: January 8 to 31, 2024 | See the full schedule
Where: Stonebriar Centre | 2601 Preston Rd, Frisco
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Get ready to embark on a Barbie adventure at Stonebriar Centre this week, and immerse yourself in Barbie's world as you explore her iconic Dreamhouse, relax in the full-size DreamCamper van by West Coast Customs, journey to intergalactic destinations on the Barbie interstellar rocket, record your masterpiece in Barbie sound studio and revisit Barbie dolls spanning over six decades of fun!

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Sensing Deep Space: Pandora's Cluster

When: January 8 to February 4, 2024 | 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Eisemann Center | 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
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Embark on a celestial journey at the Eisemann Center with Sensing Deep Space: Pandora's Cluster. Created by the nonprofit SciArt Exchange in collaboration with the University of Texas at Dallas, this immersive installation transforms the distant wonders of Pandora's Cluster into a multisensory experience. Fusing cutting-edge technologies, artistry and science, the exhibit, funded by The Eisemann Edge Initiative, opened its doors on January 6, 2024.

Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs Exhibit

When: January 9 to February 19, 2024 | See the full schedule
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary | 6121 W Park Blvd B216, Plano
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The Dinosaurs Live! The Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit is at McKinney's Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Travel back along a half-mile trail with lifelike animatronic dinosaurs. They come alive, moving and roaring, offering an enthralling experience and fascinating facts about herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs. Enjoy interactive elements, a photo-op with a tyrannosaurus rex and an outdoor fossil dig.

Even More Great Things To Do This Week In Dallas & Collin County

The Teacher's Lounge At Angelika Film Center
When: January 8 to 11, 2024 | See the full schedule
Where: Angelika Film Center & Café - Plano | 7205 Bishop Rd E-6, Plano
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National Mocktail Week
When: January 8 to 13, 2024 | 10:00 a.m.
Where: Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall | 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano
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Paranormal Cirque At Stonebriar Centre
When: January 8 to 15, 2024 | See the full schedule
Where: Stonebriar Centre | 2601 Preston Rd, Frisco
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Tuesday Baby Back Rib Special At Jasper's
When: January 9, 2024 | 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Jasper's | 1251 State St #950, Richardson
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Chef Isabel Cooking Demo
When: January 9, 2024 | 1:00 p.m.
Where: The Dallas Arboretum | 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
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Save The Date!

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The Eisemann Center Presents The Hot Sardines

When: January 19, 2023 | 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Eisemann Center | 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
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The Eisemann Center presents The Hot Sardines in the Hill Performance Hall. With a mission to revive classic jazz and demonstrate the unifying power of joyful music, The Hot Sardines have graced renowned stages, from the Newport jazz festival to the Montreal jazz festival, selling out venues worldwide. Join them for an unforgettable performance that transcends time and showcases the timeless quality of their music.

The Eisemann Center Presents Broadway Singer And Leading Man Brian Stokes

When: February 24, 2023 | 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Eisemann Center | 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
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Experience the enchanting performance of Broadway singer and leading man Brian Stokes Mitchell on February 24. The event takes place at The Eisemann Center. Brian Stokes Mitchell, a Tony Award winner, is celebrated as the last leading man by The New York Times. Enjoy this captivating evening of Broadway magic. Tickets are available for purchase, and the performance will be a memorable showcase of Mitchell's extraordinary talent.