DALLAS FESTIVAL OF COLORS
This 16th annual celebration of the Hindu festival of colors, a.k.a. Holi Mela, is moving this year from its longtime home at Southfork Ranch to Myers Park in McKinney. Marking the arrival of spring, the festival is awash in colorful powder that participants throw to spread joy and happiness, so choose your clothing with that in mind. It’s a good idea to bring a towel or other covering for your car seat for the ride home as well as a bag to protect your cellphone. In addition to the colorful spectacle, guests will find food and drinks, a vendor bazaar, dance performances, a live DJ, face-painting, free yoga classes, a tug-of-love competition (like tug-of-war, but with friendlier vibes), a photo booth and more. The first 500 guests will get free T-shirts. Organizers stress that the event, known for its spirit of inclusivity, is open to everyone.
March 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Myers Park in McKinney. General admission is $12.51. Free for children 9 and under. Cabana rentals are also available. dallasfestivalofcolors.com.
DUDE PERFECT FAMILY FUN NIGHT
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The popular sports and comedy entertainment group Dude Perfect has been producing viral moments on YouTube since 2009. Made up of five former college roommates at Texas A&M, the trick-shot artists have toured the country and set more than 20 Guinness World Records. Based in Frisco since 2017, the group moved to an 80,000-square-foot headquarters in the city’s Star Business Park in early 2025. Their adopted hometown is celebrating the Dudes (who are not expected to be in attendance) with an evening of Dude Perfect-themed games, photo ops, face painting, giveaways and an exclusive video debut.
March 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The PGA District in Frisco. $7.49 for participating children; those not participating in activities can attend for free. pgafrisco.com.
Fran (left) and Ria are bringing their “Chicks in the Office” podcast to the stage at House of Blues Dallas on March 25.
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‘CHICKS IN THE OFFICE’
On the popular Chicks in the Office podcast, hosts Ria and Fran discuss the biggest stories in pop culture: celebrity relationships, TV show recaps, celebrity interviews and more. Recent episodes have included discussions about the reality shows Love Is Blind and The Traitors, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Zendaya and Tom Holland. And now, the hosts are taking their act to cities across the country with the “Best Show on Earth Tour.” Catch their all-ages live show for one night only in Dallas.
March 25 at 7:30 p.m. at House of Blues Dallas. $82-$93. ticketmaster.com.
Professor Greg Jackson has adapted his popular “History That Doesn t Suck” podcast for the stage, with a show coming to the Texas Theatre in Oak Cliff on March 26.
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‘HISTORY THAT DOESN’T SUCK’
Greg Jackson, a professor at Utah Valley University, has made a name for himself in the podcast sphere with an engaging, story-driven approach to covering history. His popular History That Doesn’t Suck podcast has racked up millions of downloads, offering accessible lessons that use music and sound effects to enhance the educational narrative. Jackson has taken his show on the road, bringing live music and multimedia technology to the stage along with his nonpartisan lessons about American history. Catch him for one night only in an all-ages show at the Texas Theatre.
March 26 at 8 p.m. at the Texas Theatre in Oak Cliff. $43. prekindle.com.
VEGAN BREWFEST DALLAS
FREE Some of the best vegan vendors in Dallas will serve up everything from savory eats to sweet treats at this all-ages celebration of plant-based dining. Along with more than 25 vendors and food trucks, the festival will have music, games, competitions and plenty of good vibes. And since it’s at Community Beer Co., you know the brews will flow as well, with drinks to complement the vegan fare.
March 21 from noon to 6 p.m. at Community Beer Co. in Dallas. General admission tickets are free, or pay $29.89 for an Essential Experience pass that includes exclusive merch and perks, or $57.11 for a VIP pass with more extras. eventbrite.com.
Fleurs de Villes is bringing a splash of spring color to NorthPark Center in Dallas from March 24-29. This installation from last year’s event honors the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.
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FLEURS DE VILLES
FREE This floral exhibition returns to NorthPark Center for the third year, partnering with some of the area’s most talented floral designers to celebrate 17 arts and cultural organizations across North Texas. The designers are creating installations with fresh flowers and mannequins to bring a burst of spring color to the mall’s corridors. At a special “Live Build” event on March 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can watch as florists bring their creations to life, flower by flower. Other highlights include a “Meet the Floral Artists” event on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and cultural performances on March 28 from 1 to 3 p.m.
March 24-29 at NorthPark Center in Dallas. Free. northparkcenter.com.
FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
The Dallas Arboretum is serving up food from some of North Texas’ top chefs paired with a wide selection of wine and beer. Stroll through gardens filled with spring blooms as you sample bites from more than 30 eateries, including Fearing’s Restaurant, Monarch, Nuri Steakhouse, Shinsei and Slow Bone BBQ.
March 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. (those with VIP tickets can enter at 6 p.m.) at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden in Dallas. $162 for general admission, $212 for VIP (Arboretum members get a discount). dallasarboretum.org.
Meadowmere Park in Grapevine has transformed into a walk-through dinosaur park through March 29.
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PREHISTORIC PARK
Dinosaurs once roamed the earth in present-day Grapevine. And now they’re back — in animatronic form. Visitors can learn about the area’s prehistoric past at this walk-through exhibition on the shore of Grapevine Lake, with hands-on activities for the whole family. A total of 15 animatronic dinosaurs, up to 15 feet tall, are on display, along with a showcase of paleontology tools, fossil displays, games, a walk-like-a-dinosaur costume area, a dig site, craft activities and more. Guests looking for some extra fun can attend themed Dinos After Dark events, from 7 to 9 p.m. on select dates, or stay at one of the park’s “Camp with the Dinosaurs” campsites, starting at $45 per night.
Through March 29 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at Meadowmere Park in Grapevine. Daytime admission to the Prehistoric Park is $29 per vehicle with up to six people. Pricing for Dinos After Dark varies by date, from $20 per person to $39 per vehicle. gograpevine.com/event/prehistoricpark.
“Disney on Ice presents Jump In!” is coming to Dickies Arena in Fort Worth and American Airlines Center in Dallas.
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‘DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS JUMP IN!’
Disney on Ice has brought its newest show to North Texas, with more than 50 beloved characters from Frozen, Encanto, Inside Out 2, Moana 2, Toy Story, Zootopia and other hit films. Sing along to popular songs like “Let It Go” and “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” as skaters glide across the ice and engage in acrobatic feats, with some audience interaction thrown in for good measure. Those who purchase a VIP Magical Pass can meet with some of the characters before the show.
March 20 at 7:30 p.m. and March 21-22 at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth. March 26-27 at 7:30 p.m. and March 28-29 at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. at American Airlines Center in Dallas. Tickets start at $39.65 in Fort Worth and $32.45 in Dallas. ticketmaster.com.
The Dallas Arboretum’s popular Dallas Blooms festival runs through April 12.
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DALLAS BLOOMS
The largest annual floral festival in the Southwest is back, with more than 500,000 blooming bulbs planted throughout the gardens of the Dallas Arboretum. Welcome spring with colorful tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and other seasonal favorites. In addition to expansive floral displays, Dallas Blooms offers a lineup of seasonal programming. Highlights include the Garden Chef Series through April 5, where local chefs will share seasonal recipes on Fridays and Saturdays at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m.; and the Creative Arts Series, an arts-focused program featuring live performances and creative showcases, through March 31. Check the arboretum website for a full schedule of events.
Through April 12 at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adult admission is $21.95-$25.95, depending on the day. For children ages 2-12, admission is $17.95-$21.95. Free for younger kids. dallasarboretum.org.
Butterflies in the Garden runs through April 30 at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
BUTTERFLIES IN THE GARDEN
The latest sign of spring’s arrival? Butterflies in the Garden is back at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The garden’s Rainforest Conservatory has been transformed into a habitat for thousands of butterflies from around the world, including the electric-blue Instagram star Blue Morpho and the massive Atlas moth, whose wingspan can reach nearly a foot across. Venture into this living kaleidoscope of color and learn all about the importance of pollinating insects.
Through April 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. $12 for ages 16-64, $10 for seniors 65 and older, $8 for children ages 3-15, and free for younger kids. For a combo ticket that includes access to the butterflies and the full garden, it’s $22 for adults, $20 for seniors and $12 for children. fwbg.org/events/butterflies-in-the-garden.
HARRY POTTER: THE EXHIBITION
Potterheads should appreciate this immersive celebration of all things Harry Potter. Visitors can see authentic movie props, actor-worn costumes and re-creations of iconic scenes and settings, and they can also hone their Quidditch skills, brew potions, cast spells and pot a mandrake. An after-hours event for muggles ages 18 and up, from 6 to 9 p.m., offers complimentary cocktails or mocktails.
Through April 12 at 14902 Preston Road in Dallas’ Pepper Square shopping center. Ticket prices vary by day, starting at $24 for ages 13 and up and $16 for ages 3-12, with discounts available for family or group purchases. Free for younger kids. dallas.harrypotterexhibition.com.