What to do Monday through Sunday, [Feb. 16-22], across Collin County and nearby cities
From Monday through Sunday, North Texas offers no shortage of ways to fill your calendar, whether you’re the type to map out plans in advance or decide on the fly.
The lineup spans everything from high-energy live performances and festivals to seasonal attractions and one-of-a-kind local events. No matter your interests or how late you start planning, there’s a wide mix of experiences happening across the region to help you make the most of the days ahead.
Fat Tuesday at Rollertown
Feb. 17 | Rollertown Beerworks, Frisco
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a free, live Fat Tuesday party featuring Bobby Falk Brass Edition performing New Orleans–inspired jazz, brass grooves and second-line energy. The brewery will also debut Fat Boi Cupid, a festive seasonal beer brewed for the occasion, alongside cocktails and its full tap lineup.
Mardi Pardi
Feb. 17 | Grandscape, The Colony
Grandscape brings Big Easy energy to North Texas with this free Mardi Gras celebration featuring live music, beads and festive entertainment. Guests can also enjoy a face gem and glitter bar, a fortune teller and drinks available for purchase from The Colony Wine Bar.
Legacy West 5th Annual Fat Tuesday Parade
Feb. 17 | Legacy West, Plano
Celebrate Mardi Gras at Legacy West’s 5th Annual Fat Tuesday Parade, led by the Townview Big D Band. Festivities kick off with a pre-parade block party, DJ entertainment and face painting. The parade begins at Worth Street and Windrose Avenue, traveling down Windrose with a high-energy finale at Legacy Hall’s Box Garden.
Mah Jong Night
Feb. 18 | Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel, Plano
Mah Jong nights have arrived at Legacy West. Held at ŌMA, the event welcomes both beginners and experienced players, with guidance from a local instructor. Guests can enjoy drink specials, raffle prizes and a relaxed, social atmosphere while learning or sharpening their game.
Clayton Thomas Live
Feb. 18 | Mic Drop Comedy, Plano
Stand-up comic, actor and writer Clayton Thomas brings his high-energy set to Plano for one night. Known for his viral comedy content, podcasts and TV roles, Thomas blends sharp storytelling with pop culture humor, drawing on more than two decades in stand-up.
Thursdays on Tap
Feb. 19 | Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
Explore the museum after hours during this 21+ weekly event featuring live music, food trucks, drinks and outdoor games. Guests also get full access to exhibit halls, making it a lively, adults-only way to experience the museum without the daytime crowds.
Viva La Danza by National Ballet of Texas
Feb. 21 | Addison Performing Arts Centre, Addison
Viva La Danza by National Ballet of Texas takes the stage Feb. 21 at the Addison Performing Arts Centre. The season-closing program highlights the passion of Spanish dance with excerpts from Paquita, Carmen and Don Quixote, plus new works by Jennifer Mabus and Sydney Blalock Ritchie inspired by Argentine tango and flamenco.
Jiu Long Lion
Feb. 21 | Galleria Dallas
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a colorful performance by the Jiu Long Lion Dance Troupe. The show features vibrant lion dancing and high-energy drumming, followed by an up-close look at the costumes and photo opportunities with the performers. Visitors can also enjoy festive décor, including hundreds of lanterns displayed above the ice rink.
Branford Marsalis Jazz Quartet
Feb. 21 | Robinson Fine Arts Center, Plano
Jazz legend Branford Marsalis returns to the Plano Symphony stage with his acclaimed quartet for an 8 p.m. performance. The program features selections from the group’s forthcoming Blue Note release inspired by Keith Jarrett’s Belonging, along with original compositions, jazz standards and collaborative pieces performed with the full orchestra.
A Place Like Home Exhibition
Feb. 21 | Frisco Discovery Center, Frisco
This exhibition explores how growth often begins in ordinary moments, using color, scale and narrative imagery to reflect the evolving ways we see ourselves and the world. The show connects to the artist’s award-winning 64-by-36-foot mural, A Place Like Home, located just outside the venue, giving visitors a chance to experience the work in both gallery and large-scale public form.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Dallas Arboretum
Lunar New Year Celebration
Through Feb. 28 | Galleria Dallas, Dallas
Galleria Dallas welcomes the Year of the Horse with a breathtaking installation of more than 250 red lanterns suspended above the Center Court ice skating rink. The vibrant display offers a festive cultural atmosphere and a picturesque backdrop for skating and shopping.
North Texas Wine Trail
Through February | Multiple Locations
This self-paced, month-long experience invites wine lovers to explore more than 40 participating wineries across the region throughout February. A ticket includes three or more tasting pours at each stop, offering a flexible way to sample Texas wines at your own pace. Participating locations include 4R Ranch Winery, Landon Winery and Messina Hof Winery, among others.
Dallas Blooms
Feb. 21–Apr. 12 | Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
The Southwest’s largest annual floral festival returns with massive seasonal displays, immersive garden experiences and ever-changing spring blooms. As flowers emerge throughout the season, each visit offers a fresh way to experience the gardens in full color.
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Through Apr. 12 | Pepper Square, Dallas
This traveling exhibition features immersive galleries, original film props and interactive experiences celebrating the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series.
Ancient Echoes, Modern Voices: The Crow Collection Goes Beyond
Through Jun. 28 | 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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