What to do Friday through Sunday, [March 20-22], across Collin County and nearby cities
This weekend, 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.
Dude Perfect Family Fun Night
Mar. 20 | PGA District, Frisco
Families can enjoy an evening of trick-shot–inspired fun during Dude Perfect Family Fun Night at the PGA District. The ticketed event features themed games, photo ops with Panda and the DP crew characters, face painting, giveaways and an exclusive premiere of a new Airsoft episode on the videowall at 8 p.m. Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m., with activities running through the evening. While the Dude Perfect team will not be in attendance, the event delivers their signature style of interactive challenges and fan experiences.
The Texas Golf Expo 2026
Mar. 20 | Plano Event Center, Plano
Discover the latest in golf gear and technology, compete in the Long Putt contest for a $5,000 prize and enjoy industry demos and giveaways. Be first in line each day for the golf expo to receive extra goody bag items.
Texas Pinball Festival
Mar. 20-22 | Embassy Suites & Frisco Conference Center, Frisco
The Texas Pinball Festival is a paradise for pinball fans, featuring rows of machines ranging from vintage classics to modern favorites. Players of all skill levels can enjoy unlimited play, while expert-led seminars explore the history, design and maintenance behind these iconic games.
Texas Forever Fest
Mar. 21 | Haggard Park, Plano
Celebrate Texas culture at this free, all-ages festival. Enjoy a full day of live music, art, food, drinks, vendors and interactive activities highlighting the people, creativity and traditions that make the Lone Star State unique.
Bloom Bazaar: An All-Women-Owned Marketplace
Mar. 21 | The Lawn at Grandscape, The Colony
Celebrate Women’s History Month at this outdoor marketplace featuring more than 80 women-owned businesses from across DFW. Shop local brands, discover unique products and support women entrepreneurs on the lawn.
Barbie Truck Sports Club Tour
Mar. 21 | The Shops at Willow Bend, Plano
The Barbie Truck rolls into town with the Sports Club Tour, bringing exclusive merch available only at the pop-up truck. This year’s collection leans into a casual, athletic style, with pieces designed to feel wearable beyond the moment while still tapping into Barbie’s signature look.
Shop Local Spring Market
Mar. 21 | Kaleidoscope Park, Frisco
Browse a curated selection of local artisans and child-led businesses at this spring vendor market. Shop unique goods while supporting small businesses in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
Dover Quartet
Mar. 22 | St. Andrew Methodist Church, Hasley Chapel, Plano
The two-time GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet performs an evening program featuring works by Schumann, Mendelssohn and Bacewicz. The concert includes a pre-performance conversation with the musicians ahead of the performance.
Plantastic Bingo
Mar. 22 | Three Empires Brewing, Frisco
Sip, socialize and play for plants at this interactive plant-themed game night. Guests can enjoy drinks, plant bingo, trivia and giveaways, with every attendee taking home a plant along with easy care tips and plenty of laughs.
The Bachelorette Premiere Watch Party
Mar. 22 | Corona Stage & Lawn, Grandscape, The Colony
Catch a live outdoor watch party from 6:30 to 9 p.m. as guests gather to watch Taylor Frankie Paul begin her search for love. Enjoy the drama alongside fellow fans at this community viewing event on the Grandscape lawn.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Flip Circus
Dragon Trails
Mar. 15– June 27 | Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
Step back in time and let your imagination roam as you explore one of McKinney’s scenic nature trails with an added surprise. The seasonal outdoor exhibit has animatronic dragons lining the trails, connecting myth and science through hands-on family fun.
Flip Circus
Through Mar. 31 | Riders Field, Frisco
Flip Circus brings its red-and-white striped, climate-controlled big top to Frisco for the first time when it sets up at Riders Field. Created by the Vazquez family of Circus Vazquez fame, the all-new production blends world-class circus talent with modern spectacle. Expect two hours of acrobatics, comedy and high-flying, death-defying performances in a contemporary take on the classic American circus.
Soccer: More Than a Game
Mar. 7–Sept. 7 | Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
As North Texas prepares for the global spotlight of the FIFA World Cup, the Perot is kicking off the excitement with Soccer: More Than a Game. The 10,000-square-foot interactive exhibition explores the science behind the world’s most popular sport, from the physics of a perfectly curved free kick to the strategy behind championship teams. Through hands-on experiences and STEM-focused displays, visitors of all ages can discover the science, skill and spirit that power the game.
Joy: A Solo Exhibition | Paintings by Emmanuel Gillespie
Feb. 6–Mar. 28 | ArtCentre of Plano
Dallas-based artist and educator Emmanuel Gillespie presents Joy, a solo exhibition exploring identity, history and the lived Black experience in America. Blending painting and sculpture, his work pairs scholarship with inventive technique. Join for an Artist Talk on March 6, 6:30 – 7:30, at the ArtCentre.
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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