What to do Friday through Sunday, [Jan. 16–18], across Collin County and nearby cities
From Friday through Sunday, the North Texas area has something for everyone. Whether you’re planning ahead or making a spur-of-the-moment decision, the weekend brings a mix of events, performances, and seasonal experiences.
This guide rounds up the top happenings, along with quieter options and ongoing attractions still available through the weekend, making it simple to find something that fits your schedule, interests and location.
Jeff Leeson
Jan. 16 | Mic Drop Comedy, Plano
Comedian Jeff Leeson brings his fast-paced, off-the-cuff style to Mic Drop Comedy Plano. Blending stand-up with long-form improv, Leeson creates a unique, audience-driven show every night. With more than 50 million views online and over two decades on stage, this is a high-energy comedy set built on quick wit and crowd interaction.
KXT’s Homegrown Concert
Jan. 16 | House of Blues, Dallas
Celebrate local music at KXT’s Homegrown Concert, featuring performances from Dana Harper, Secrecies, Frankie Leonie, Silver Skylarks, Cut Throat Finches, Ceci Ceci, Bencjones, Mathew McNeal and a multi-artist jam session. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show starting at 8 p.m.
Dolly Day at Truck Yard The Colony
Jan. 17 | Truck Yard
Truck Yard celebrates Dolly Parton with themed drinks, live music and plenty of sparkle. Guests can meet a Dolly impersonator from 2:30–6:30 p.m., enter the Dolly & Jolene lookalike contest at 3 p.m. or cheer on pups in the Doggie Parton Costume Contest at 4 p.m. Rhinestones and western wear are encouraged, and guests can support a children’s book drive in honor of Dolly’s legacy.
Sound and Vision: A Multi‑Sensory Journey
Jan. 17 | 8 p.m. | Robinson Fine Arts Center, Plano
Experience an immersive fusion of music and visuals with Sound and Vision: A Multi‑Sensory Journey. Violinist Elisabeth Adkins performs Bruch’s Violin Concerto, while the KV 265 Science Through Art project presents Aurora Triptych, blending art and science to create stunning imagery set to evocative music. This innovative performance engages both sight and sound for a truly unforgettable experience.
Vibe & Thrive
Jan. 17 | Corona Stage & Lawn, Grandscape
Kick off 2026 with Vibe & Thrive at Grandscape, a morning of fitness, wellness and inspiration. Enjoy lawn workouts, visit health and wellness vendors, sample smoothies, try the oxygen bar and enter for a chance to win over $1,500 in prizes. Perfect for anyone looking to reset resolutions and start the year focused on body and mind.
Dallas Area Train Show
Jan. 17–18 | Plano Event Center, Plano
All aboard for the Dallas Area Train Show, a family-friendly weekend of model trains and hands-on fun. Enjoy hourly door prizes, ride the Choo Choo Express, explore the Junior Engineer Academy and enter the layout raffle for a chance to win your own model train setup.
ECHL All-Star Fan Fest
Jan. 18 | CUTX Event Center, Allen
Celebrate hockey at the ECHL All-Star Fan Fest with fun for all ages, including live music, games, prizes, celebrity guests and the Hockey Hall of Fame. Meet Hall of Famer Mike Modano from 1–3 p.m., get autographs and photos with the Cavinder Twins from 12–3 p.m. and snap a picture with the Stanley Cup, on display from 1–4 p.m.
Dolly Day in Downtown Plano
Jan. 18 | Downtown Plano
Downtown Plano goes full rhinestone for Dolly Day with a Western- and Dolly-inspired celebration featuring live music, local vendors and plenty of sparkle. Shop vintage and handmade finds, create a custom piece at the permanent jewelry station and top off your look at the hat bar. Guests are encouraged to dress like Dolly or lean into bold Western style for a full day of glam, country charm and Dolly-sized energy.
Return to Infinity: Yayoi Kusama
Through Jan. 18 | Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas
Experience Yayoi Kusama’s iconic Infinity Mirror Room, All the Eternal Love I Have for the Pumpkins, on display for the first time since 2018. This immersive installation features Kusama’s signature pumpkins and explores themes of infinity, obsession and the sublime, inviting visitors to step inside and become part of the artwork.
Tony Rock
Jan. 15–18 | Addison Improv, Addison
Comedian, actor and producer Tony Rock brings his sharp wit and high-energy stand-up to Addison Improv. A veteran of both stage and screen, Rock is known for his work as host of HBO’s All Def Comedy, BET’s Apollo Live and Black Card Revoked, as well as co-starring on CBS’ Living Biblically. Expect big laughs and a polished set from one of comedy’s most seasoned performers.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Harry Potter: The Exhibition
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.
Tianyu Lights Festival
Through Jan. 18, 2026 | Texas Trust CU Theatre Grounds, Grand Prairie
An expansive lantern festival showcasing handcrafted illuminated displays, cultural performances and food vendors, making it a destination-worthy winter experience.
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.
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.
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.
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