What to do Friday through Sunday, [Jan. 23–25], across Collin County and nearby cities
From Friday through Sunday, North Texas is packed with events worth braving the cold for. Whether you’re planning ahead or deciding last-minute, the weekend offers a mix of lively performances, seasonal experiences and unique happenings.
This guide highlights the top events, along with quieter activities and ongoing attractions still available through the weekend, making it easy to find something that fits your schedule, interests and location.
Jiaoying Summers
Jan. 22–24
Fresh off her Hulu special What Specie Are You?, Jiaoying Summers brings her sharp, culturally driven comedy to the stage. A Variety “10 Comics to Watch” (2025) honoree and the first Chinese comedian to sell out the Apollo Theater, Summers blends identity, motherhood and cultural clashes into razor-sharp stand-up.
Texas Legends Basketball
Jan. 23, 2026 | Comerica Center, Frisco
The Texas Legends, NBA G League affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks, take the court for fast-paced, family-friendly action as they face the Valley Suns at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets and be part of the game-night energy.
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias
Jan. 23–24 | Addison Improv
One of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias has over 2 billion YouTube views and 34.6 million social media fans. Ranked the 3rd highest-grossing comedian of 2024 by Billboard, Iglesias brings his high-energy, signature comedy to the stage for two nights.
David Adam Byrnes
Friday, Jan. 23 | Love & War in Texas, Plano
David Adam Byrnes is a country artist rooted in honest songwriting and real connection. Known for engaging live shows and steady growth as an independent artist, Byrnes has built a loyal following through authenticity, moving seamlessly between high-energy anthems and intimate acoustic moments.
Music in the Chamber: America’s 250th Series
Jan. 23 | George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, Frisco
Presented by Play Frisco, this special concert series celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with music spanning 50-year eras from 1776 to 2026. Performances take place in the Frisco City Council Chambers, an acoustically designed space offering an intimate setting to enjoy high-quality music from regional and national artists.
Cliff & Susan
Jan. 24 | Nack Theater, Frisco
Arkansas Country Music Awards 2025 winners for Entertainer of the Year, Vocal Duo/Group of the Year, and Album of the Year for Fiddle & Keys, Cliff & Susan bring their award-winning sound to the Nack Theater for their next Texas concert.
SaturYAY in the Park
Jan. 24 | Kaleidoscope Park, Frisco
Kick off the weekend with SaturYAY, a family-friendly morning of hands-on fun and learning. Weekly activities include arts and crafts with Adventure Kids, movement with The Little Gym, music with Young Artist Music School and more.
Peak Fighting Championship 50: Greg Hardy vs. Phillip Latu
Jan. 24 | Comerica Center, Frisco
Former Dallas Cowboy and UFC veteran Greg Hardy headlines PFC 50 in a heavyweight showdown against former LFA standout Phillip Latu. The milestone event features more than a dozen professional and amateur bouts, spotlighting top local DFW fighters alongside Peak Fighting’s growing national roster in a high-energy, big-production fight night.
The Music of Disney
Jan. 24 | Lowery Auditorium, Allen
The Allen Philharmonic Orchestra presents a family-friendly concert featuring iconic music from Disney favorites. Enjoy live orchestral performances from films like Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars, The Little Mermaid, Encanto, Beauty and the Beast and more in a night of movie magic for all ages.
Lone Star Wind Orchestra 20th Anniversary Concert
Jan. 25 | Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
The Lone Star Wind Orchestra celebrates its 20th anniversary with a milestone concert featuring a world premiere by Grammy-winning composer Michael Daugherty and piano soloist Aaron Kurz. Led by Eugene Migliaro Corporon, the performance brings together the LSYO and Lone Star Youth Winds for an afternoon honoring two decades of music-making and looking ahead to the future.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Dungeons & Dragons: The Immersive Quest
Be Mine Bubble
Jan. 12—Feb.15 | Three Empires Brewing, Frisco
Three Empires Brewery is offering its Be Mine Bubble experience through February 15. The 90-minute private bubble tent includes a charcuterie board for two and a choice of wine, bubbly or a growler of beer. Priced at $150 per reservation, the experience offers a romantic escape at the brewery in Frisco’s Rail District.
Dungeons & Dragons: The Immersive Quest
Through Feb. 1 | 2712 N. Central Expressway, Plano
This live, interactive Dungeons & Dragons experience blends role-playing gameplay with theatrical elements, inviting participants to step directly into a guided fantasy adventure.
125 Show 2025: Revisited Exhibition
Through Feb. 8 | Plano Art Association Gallery, Plano
Group exhibition featuring original work by North Texas artists who live or work within a 125-mile radius of Plano.
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Through Jan. 31, 2026 | Pepper Square, Dallas
This traveling exhibition features immersive galleries, original film props and interactive experiences celebrating the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series.
Barbie You Can Be Anything: The Experience
Through Jan. 25, 2026 | Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, Fort Worth
This hands-on, family-friendly traveling exhibition spotlights Barbie’s career history with interactive career zones, role-model stories and photo ops.
Ancient Echoes, Modern Voices: The Crow Collection Goes Beyond
Through Jun. 28, 2026 | Crow Museum of Asian Art at UT Dallas, Richardson
This long-running exhibition expands beyond traditional display with rotating presentations that connect Asian art histories to contemporary themes.
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