North Texas residents have a packed calendar this week, with options that suit both planners and spontaneous adventurers. Whether you’re looking for live music, holiday‑themed festivals or family‑friendly Halloween activities, the region’s towns are offering a diverse lineup.
Live Music and Comedy
Plaza Live! – Oct. 21, 4th Street Plaza, Frisco
Take a mid‑week break and enjoy performances by local musicians while you dine, shop or simply relax in the plaza.
Seth Meyers: Live – Oct. 23, Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
The late‑night host brings his stand‑up routine to Dallas, delivering his signature political humor and quick wit for a night of comedy beyond the television desk.
Sports and Screenings
MLB World Series Watch Party – Oct. 23, Legacy Hall, Plano
Catch the championship games on large indoor screens. Bring your crew, wear your team colors and enjoy every home run and clutch hit.
Festivals and Seasonal Events
McKinney Wine & Music Festival – Oct. 24, District 121, McKinney
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of this festival with wine tastings, live music and local shopping.
First United Bank Fall Festival – Oct. 24, TUPPS Brewery, McKinney
Free family‑friendly festivities include live music, bounce houses, kids’ activities and local vendors. Proceeds support the Community Garden Kitchen.
Rest In Plano (R.I.P.) 2026 – Oct. 24, Downtown Plano and Haggard Parking Lot
A Halloween makeover offers live entertainment, carnival rides, costumed characters and trick‑or‑treating in a night that’s spooky without being too scary.
Halloween Highlights
Halloween Par‑Tee – Oct. 24, PGA District, Frisco
Family‑friendly trick‑or‑treating from decorated golf carts, a Pumpkin Putting Patch, carnival games, face painting and a 7 p.m. screening of Hotel Transylvania, followed by a drone show.
Trick or Treat in the Rail District – Oct. 24, Frisco Rail District
Merchants hand out candy and surprises as you explore the district. Use the Boxcar Shuttle for additional stops at nearby Halloween venues.
Spirits Walk – Oct. 22, Grandscape, The Colony
Don a costume and sample handcrafted cocktails and seasonal drinks while strolling through Grandscape’s Halloween‑themed atmosphere.
Cultural Celebration
The Great Indian Diwali Festival of Lights – Oct. 25, Grandscape, The Colony
Experience vibrant traditions, cultural performances and family‑friendly festivities as the Festival of Lights lights up The Stage.
Ongoing Attractions
The BooMont Hotel – Sept. 4–Nov. 1, Galleria Dallas
An immersive, spooky experience invites guests to explore a fictional 1901 hotel brought back to life.
Peppa’s Halloween Party – Oct. 1–Nov. 1, Peppa Pig Theme Park, North Richland Hills
Designed for toddlers, the event features costumed characters, a kid‑sized hay maze, pumpkin patch and a festive show.
Scarecrow Junction in the Rail District – Oct. 1–31, Frisco Rail District
Local businesses turn storefronts into a Halloween‑themed 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 each evening at 7 p.m., featuring classics like Hocus Pocus and The Haunted Mansion.
KIDZ BOP Halloween at KidZania Dallas – Oct. 3–Nov. 1, KidZania Dallas, Frisco
Kids can join daily dance parties and a Halloween fashion show.
Halloween Celebration at Universal Kids Resort – Oct. 11–Nov. 1, Universal Kids Resort, Frisco
Daily fall festivities include a monster show, costume parade, trick‑or‑treat activities and seasonal decorations.
With so many options across the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex, families and friends can enjoy music, comedy, sports, cultural celebrations and Halloween fun without traveling far from home.
Original reporting: Local Profile (DFW) — read the source article.
