North Texas residents have a packed calendar this week, with options that cater to sports fans, music lovers, families, and anyone looking to enjoy the season’s first fall festivities. Below is a curated list of events across Plano, Frisco, Dallas, McKinney, Allen and surrounding areas.
Monday Night Football Watch Party – Oct. 5
Location: Legacy Hall, Plano
Time: 7:15 p.m.
Catch the Atlanta Falcons versus New Orleans Saints on giant indoor and outdoor screens. Legacy Hall will serve dinner and drinks, making it a perfect gathering spot for football enthusiasts.
Plaza Live! – Oct. 7
Location: 4th Street Plaza, Frisco
Enjoy a midweek break with live performances by local musicians from Melody of Hope. While you dine or shop downtown, lawn games will be available for extra fun between sets.
Live on the Stage: Back in Black – Oct. 8
Location: Corona Stage & Lawn, Grandscape
AC/DC tribute band Back in Black will deliver high‑energy renditions of classic hits, honoring both Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras. Music fans can expect a night of powerful rock in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Musume’s One‑Year Anniversary Party – Oct. 8
Location: The Star, Frisco
Celebrate Musume’s first anniversary with cocktails, Japanese whisky, highballs and complimentary appetizers from 6:30‑8 p.m. The evening includes DJ sets, a lion dance and a high‑energy drum performance. Reservations are recommended.
Red River Rivalry 2026 – Oct. 10
Location: Cotton Bowl Stadium, Dallas
The storied Texas Longhorns‑Oklahoma Sooners rivalry returns for the 2026 Red River game, a must‑see for college football fans.
Fall Market at PGA Frisco – Oct. 10
Location: PGA District, Frisco
Shop more than 50 vendors offering artisan goods, boutique clothing, jewelry, soaps, candles and seasonal décor. The outdoor market provides a relaxed autumn shopping experience for the whole family.
Ratrodtober Fest – Oct. 10
Location: TUPPS Brewery, McKinney
Celebrate a decade of Texas car‑culture with a showcase of rat rods, hot rods, classic and muscle cars, and motorcycles. Live music, local vendors and craft beer round out the event.
Our Precious Earth – Oct. 10
Location: thegallery8680, Frisco
Artist Joan Affenit presents a solo exhibition of 15 original works that highlight endangered species and encourage stewardship of our planet.
2026 Allen Fall Fest – Oct. 10
Location: Allen Heritage Village, Allen
Families can enjoy live music, food trucks, a Crafters Market, lawn games, a petting zoo, farming demonstrations, storytime and the annual RC Rally.
Barktoberfest – Oct. 11
Location: Downtown Plano Arts District, Plano
Pet owners can celebrate fall with their four‑legged companions at a festival featuring local vendors, pet treats, seasonal goodies and photo opportunities.
Ongoing Events
State Fair of Texas 2026 (Sept. 25–Oct. 18) – Fair Park, Dallas. Classic fair attractions, deep‑fried foods, livestock shows and live entertainment run for 24 days.
Peppa’s Halloween Party (Oct. 1–Nov. 1) – Peppa Pig Theme Park, North Richland Hills. A family‑friendly Halloween experience with costume meet‑and‑greets, a hay maze, pumpkin patch and festive shows.
Scarecrow Junction (Oct. 1–31) – The Rail District, Frisco. Local businesses turn storefronts into a Halloween scavenger hunt with free registration and chances to win gift cards.
Spooky Movie Series (Oct. 2–30) – PGA District, Frisco. Free family‑friendly movie nights feature titles such as The Haunted Mansion, Halloweentown and Hocus Pocus 2.
The BooMont Hotel (Sept. 4–Nov. 1) – Galleria Dallas. An immersive, haunted‑hotel experience invites guests to explore a fictional 1901 hotel’s dark history.
Whether you’re looking for live music, family activities, or a chance to support local artisans, this week’s lineup offers something for every North Texas neighbor.
Original reporting: Local Profile (DFW) — read the source article.
