What to do Friday through Sunday, [Feb. 27-29], across Collin County and nearby cities
From Friday 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 weekend ahead.
Daddy Daughter Dance at Omni PGA
Feb. 28 | Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa, Frisco
Designed for daughters ages 4–12 and their dads or special father figures, this event in the Wanamaker Ballroom offers a chance to slow down, dress up and enjoy meaningful time together with a Love You to the Moon and Back theme.
Mom’s Night Out Spa Party at Mokara Spa
Feb. 28 | Mokara Spa, Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa, Frisco
While the dads and daughters are dancing the night away, for $60 per person, this after-hours event offers a peaceful escape for moms with exclusive access to serene facilities, a grazing board, a glass of sparkling wine and a 10% discount on full spa treatments.
Drum Tao
Feb. 27 | Eisemann Center, Plano
Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, Drum Tao’s newest show, The Best, blends traditional “Wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. The captivating performance features vibrant costumes, synchronized drumming and traditional Japanese instruments.
Frisco College Baseball Classic
Feb. 27–Mar. 1 | Riders Field, Frisco
The 10th annual NCAA Div I college baseball tournament hosts 4 premier teams — Alabama, Oregon State, Iowa and Houston — in a round-robin format over 3 days.
Texas Independence Day Bash
Feb. 28 | Rollertown Beerworks, Frisco
Celebrate Texas Independence Day with a Texas-sized party featuring live Texas country music by Tristan Roberson and Matt Castillo, cold Rollertown beer and a full-on Backyard party under the Lone Star sky.
Drink for Pink & Casino Night
Feb. 28 | Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park, Plano
Join Women Rock for a fundraiser against breast cancer in local communities, featuring a live and silent auction, dinner, entertainment by Tom Varano and 90 Proof Country and survivor stories.
Chili Cookoff and Polar Plunge
Feb. 28 | The Texas Pool, Plano
This community event features a thrilling Polar Plunge and a chili cookoff with prizes for categories like best regular and exotic. For $10 general admission, you can enjoy chili tastings and the plunge, while cookoff entry is $35. All proceeds benefit the Texas Pool Foundation.
2026 Gold Rush Super Nationals
Feb. 28–Mar. 1 | Ford Center, Frisco
Experience two days of jaw-dropping performances, heart-stopping stunts and fierce competition as elite cheer teams battle it out for the gold. This Revolution Championships event is a ticketed competition showcasing incredible talent and athleticism.
Bridgerton Ice Skating Social
Feb. 28, 3–5 p.m. | Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center
Celebrate the new season of Bridgerton with an afternoon of ice skating to the show’s soundtrack hits performed live by the Dallas String Quartet. The first 150 skaters receive a masquerade mask.
The Big Easy
Feb. 28 | Little Elm
Celebrate the 12th annual Big Easy in Little Elm with a full evening of Cajun favorites and Mardi Gras fun. Enjoy live music from SPAZMATICS, a crawfish boil, a Mardi Gras-themed 5K and kids’ 1K, contests, food trucks, vendors and a hot air balloon glow.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Dallas Arboretum
Mystére by Cirque du Soleil at Cosm
Feb. 27–Mar. 8 | Cosm, Grandscape
Surround yourself in the whimsical world of Mystère by Cirque du Soleil in Shared Reality, reimagined inside The Dome at Cosm on an 87-foot wraparound LED display. This mesmerizing blend of captivating athleticism, world-class acrobatics and powerful storytelling invites you to explore the humor, beauty and mystery of life itself.
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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