Plano residents and visitors have a full slate of events this September, ranging from free community art hunts to the city’s signature Balloon Festival. Below is a chronological guide to help you plan your outings.
Early September Highlights
Sept. 3‑4 – 5th Annual Art Drop Day
Location: Downtown Plano Arts District, 1021 E. 15th St.
Free. Original artwork donated by local artists will be hidden throughout downtown for the public to discover and keep.
Sept. 4‑6 – The Mad Tea Party (NTPA Deaf Theatre)
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Where: NTPA Rodenbaugh Theatre, 6121 W. Park Blvd.
Tickets: $12‑$25.
A whimsical production performed by the NTPA Deaf Theatre.
Sept. 5 – Water Lantern Festival 2026
When: Saturday, 5 p.m.
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Tickets: $30.99‑$57.99.
Enjoy a lantern launch on the water, live music, professional photography, food vendors and family activities.
Sept. 6 – Downtown Plano Disco Cowgirl Market
When: Sunday, 11 a.m.
Location: Downtown Plano Arts District, 1021 E. 15th St.
Free.
Local vendors and a western‑disco‑themed sip‑and‑shop atmosphere.
Mid‑Month Events
Sept. 9 – Labor Day Throwback Party with Live ’90s
When: Wednesday, 8 p.m.
Where: Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave.
Tickets up to $109.15.
Three‑day weekend featuring ’90s hits from grunge to pop and hip‑hop.
Sept. 10‑26 – A Texas Romance (Play)
When: Thursday, 8 p.m.
Where: Cox Playhouse, 1517 H Ave.
Tickets: $10‑$25.
A romantic comedy set in a small Texas town in 1928.
Sept. 11‑12 – Troy Bond Comedy
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Where: Mic Drop Comedy Plano, 7301 Lone Star Drive.
Ticket: $31.
New York‑based comedian and host of the Bonding Podcast performs his stand‑up routine.
Sept. 12 – Murder & Moonshine: A Roaring ’20s Mystery Dinner
When: Saturday, 7 p.m.
Where: Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West, 6007 Legacy Drive.
Ticket: $92.55.
Interactive multi‑course dinner set in a speakeasy atmosphere.
Late September Highlights
Sept. 17‑20 – 2026 Plano Balloon Festival
When: Thursday, 5 p.m. onward.
Location: Oak Point Event Field, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway.
Tickets: $5‑$10.
Annual balloon launches, live performances by local artists, and family activities.
Sept. 26‑27 – Fall Plano Train Show 2026
When: Saturday, 10 a.m.
Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 Convention Center Blvd.
Free.
Family‑friendly train displays with interactive layouts.
All events are subject to change; please verify details on the respective venue websites before attending.
Original reporting: Plano Magazine — read the source article.
