Top 17 Things To Do This Week in Dallas & Collin County

Looking for the best ways to spend your week in Dallas and Collin County? We've got you covered. Enjoy everything from concerts, cultural celebrations and interactive events — there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Don't miss out on these exciting opportunities to have fun and connect with your community!

Make sure to also check out our Halloween guide here. 

Here’s a curated roundup of the events happening from Oct. 28-31.

Yoga Lab: Movement, Meditation & Melatonin

When: Oct. 29, 2024 | 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Shala Yoga Loft, 1021 E 15th Street, Plano
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Wind down with a guided evening session combining yoga, meditation and relaxation techniques to enhance sleep quality and mindfulness.

Día de los Muertos Celebration

When: Oct. 29, 2024 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St, Dallas
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Join the community in this lively celebration of life and honor lost loved ones at a vibrant Day of the Dead concert.

S’mores and Scary Stories [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 29, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Where: Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, 3310 Collins Rd, Denton
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Enjoy an evening of s’mores, ghostly tales and Halloween festivities by the campfire in a scenic outdoor setting.

Evening at the Masquerade: Murder Mystery

When: Oct. 30, 2024 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Bulla Gastrobar, 6007 Legacy Drive #180, Plano
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Step into an evening of mystery and elegance with a multi-course dinner and a thrilling whodunit challenge. Guests will work together to unmask the killer in this unforgettable masquerade murder mystery experience.

Diwali: Lights and Laughs

When: Oct. 30, 2024 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: The Comedy Arena, 305 E. Virgina St. #104, McKinney
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Celebrate Diwali with an evening of laughter featuring a lineup of top South Asian comedians, delivering jokes as delightful as traditional sweets. This unforgettable night promises good food, joy and the chance to start new family traditions, so gather your friends and family for a festive experience.

Halloween Night Hike [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 30, 2024 | 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney
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Embark on a spooky stroll through the Heard the night before Halloween, where participants will discover the fascinating creatures of the night, from bats to reptiles. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this hour-long adventure includes an introduction to nocturnal animals and tips for safely exploring the trails under the stars.

Sabrina Carpenter in Concert

When: Oct. 30, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Where: American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas
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Catch pop star Sabrina Carpenter live in concert for an unforgettable night filled with hit songs and fan favorites.

Haunted Harvest Wine Tasting Tour

When: Oct. 30, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Where: Downtown Denton, 110 W Hickory St, Denton
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Sip and savor wines at this haunted harvest-themed wine tour, featuring spooky stops and local pours along the way.

Make & Take Halloween Treats

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Central Market Cooking School Plano, 320 Coit Road, Plano
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Craft festive treats from hand pies to scones in this hands-on Halloween-themed class, perfect for ages 13 and up. Attendees will decorate, mix up a spooky drink and take home an assortment of goodies to enjoy later.

Boo on the Boardwalk [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5880 TX-121, Plano
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Celebrate Halloween at the Boo-ardwalk with trick-or-treating, a DJ, glitter tattoos, photo ops and more. Come in costume and enjoy an evening of family-friendly fun, treats and spooky vibes for everyone.

Hall-O-Ween Party with Ghost Tribute: Ritual

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Where: Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano
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Celebrate Halloween with a theatrical tribute to Ghost by Ritual, complete with GHOST Tequila cocktails and costume-friendly vibes at an outdoor venue.

Midnight at the Masquerade

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Dr, Plano
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Step into a night of elegance and suspense at Southfork Ranch’s Halloween Masquerade Ball, where a thrilling murder mystery unfolds over a decadent three-course dinner.

Día de los Muertos Celebration

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 9 p.m.
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E 15th St, Plano
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Celebrate Halloween immersed in the mystique of Dia de Los Muertos with beats, crafted cocktails and an afterlife-inspired costume contest at this ethereal night event.

Live After 5 [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 5:30 p.m.
Where: Kaleidoscope Park, 6635 Warren Pkwy, Frisco
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Wrap up the workday with pumpkin decorating, live music, food trucks and entertainment at Kaleidoscope Park’s outdoor evening event.

Barktoberfest [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: The HUB, 1289 Johnson Road, Allen
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Get ready for a howling good time at the annual Barktoberfest, featuring a Halloween costume contest for pets, trick-or-treating, dog-themed vendors and family-friendly activities. Plus, enjoy a screening of the new Haunted Mansion on the jumbotron at 6 p.m.

Dallas Card Show [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31 - Nov. 3, 2024 | 10 a.m.
Where: Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center, 777 Watters Creek Boulevard, Allen
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Discover the largest sports card show in the U.S., where collectors can buy, sell and trade cards, memorabilia and more in Allen.

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst Stars [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024
Where: Trinity Forest Adventure Park, 1800 Dowdy Ferry Rd, Dallas
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Created by Moment Factory, this immersive experience is the 23rd in the Lumina Night Walk series and promises a night of wonder you won't want to miss.

Fall Twilight Tunes

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Where: 108 Industrial St, Denton
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Enjoy live music in the heart of Denton as local musicians play under the autumn twilight. Attendees can bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and support local businesses with shopping and takeout from nearby eateries.

2024 Miramonte Monster Mash Bash: CARNEVIL

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 11478 Barcelona Lane, Frisco
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Enter a twisted carnival of mischief and mayhem where trick-or-treating, creepy clowns and eerie fun await all ages in Frisco this Halloween.

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

Game Days at Lounge by Topgolf [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 28, 2024 | 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: The Monument Realty PGA District, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
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Women’s Golf Clinic at PGA Coaching Center

When: Oct. 29, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: The Monument Realty PGA District, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
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Evil Dead: The Musical

When: Oct. 30- Nov. 1, 2024
Where: Willow Bend Center For The Arts, Starcatchers Theatre, 6121 W Park Blvd, B216, Plano
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Dave & Boo-Sters! [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Dave & Buster's, Stonebriar Mall, 2601 Preston Rd., #1200, Frisco
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Halloween at Armor Brewing Co.

When: Oct. 31, 2024
Where: Armor Brewing Co,  9 Prestige Circle, Allen
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Cool Thursdays Concert Series [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 31, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
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Pumpkins On the Prairie [Ideal For Families]

When: Oct. 1 - 31, 2024 | 10 a.m.
Where: 3521 Main St., Frisco
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Sixty Vines “Hallowine” Sips and Sweets Pairings

When: Throughout October 2024
Where: Sixty Vines locations
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Exclusive State-Fair Themed Items at Maple Leaf Diner [Ideal For Families]

When: Throughout October 2024
Where: Maple Leaf Diner, 12817 Preston Rd., Dallas
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Pouring with Purpose: J. Lohr Wine Pairings at Truluck’s

When: Throughout October 2024
Where: All Truluck’s locations
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The Capital Grille Wagyu & Wine

When: Until Nov. 1, 2024
Where: Capital Grille in Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth and Southlake locations
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The Impressionist Revolution: From Monet To Matisse

When: Until Nov. 3, 2024
Where: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood Street, Dallas
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Homeschool: Gardening And Propagation Weekly Class [Ideal For Families]

When: Until Dec. 20, 2024 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Jump Into Art Studios, 404 N Church Street, McKinney
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Kids' Beginning Sewing And Stitching Program [Ideal For Families]

When: Until Dec. 19, 2024
Where: Jump Into Art Studios, 404 N Church Street, McKinney
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Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs [Ideal For Families]

When: Until Feb. 17, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney
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