The Spring Japanese Festival is April 26-27 at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
After months of chilly temps and gray skies, Dallas-Fort Worth is finally in full bloom and so is the spring festivals scene. North Texans have a variety to choose from, including art, music, botanical and Renaissance-fair events.
Here is a guide to festivals happening in North Texas this spring. As a note, weather-related schedule changes and other updates are a possibility, so make sure to check event websites as you plan your trip.
FESTIVAL OF JOY
Klyde Warren Park will be filled with a kaleidoscope of music, energy and color. This year, there will be a new spring spectacle, called the Ribbon Wave. There will also be a kids’ zone and a cultural discovery area for families to enjoy.
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April 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Freeway, Dallas. Free. More info here.
SCARBOROUGH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
This year’s 45th annual Scarborough Renaissance Festival features a different theme each weekend for eight weekends. Festivalgoers can watch a jousting match in the new arena, walk through the King’s Dungeon and check out more fun Renaissance-theme activities.
Through May 25. Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Scarborough Renaissance Festival grounds, Waxahachie. $36.72 for single-day tickets, $16.20 for ages 5-12 when purchased online. srfestival.com
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ART IN THE SQUARE
Southlake Town Square will be transformed into art central during Art in the Square. It is an annual event hosted by the Southlake Women’s Club, and all proceeds from the event are donated to local charities that support women. During the three-day festival, there will be jazz, pop, classic rock and country music performances, plus lots of fun activities for the kids.
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April 24 from 4 to 10:30 p.m., April 25 from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and April 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Southlake Town Square, 285 Grand Ave., Southlake. Free. artinthesquare.com
SPRING JAPANESE FESTIVAL
A celebration of the traditions and history of Japan is planned at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Spring Japanese Festival. There will be authentic taiko drumming, tea ceremonies, food trucks, vendors, family-friendly crafts and cultural activities.
April 25-26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth. Tickets are $9 for children and $15 for adults. fwbg.org
LEWISVILLE COLORPALOOZA
Attendees of the Lewisville Colorpalooza will get to experience a day full of creativity, education and interactive art activities. Some standout events include the logo contest, chalk this way and a new sensory safe space called the nest.
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April 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville. Free. More info here.
MAY FEST
Families can enjoy an array of activities in the 33 acres of Fort Worth’s Trinity Park. These activities include carnival rides, paddleboarding, rock climbing, bounce houses, a petting zoo, free activities for the kids, art and gift market and more.
April 30 from 3:30 to 9 p.m., May 1 from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., May 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and May 3 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Trinity Park, 2401 University Drive, Fort Worth. Free admission on Thursday, tickets are $7 for children and $12 for adults. mayfest.org
COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL
Ever since 1969, the Cottonwood Art Festival has been the stage for the finest artists from across the country. This year’s festival will feature performances by Becky Middleton Duo, Jon Griffin Duo, TX High Roads Trio and more.
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May 2-3  at Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson. Free. cottonwoodartfestival.com
42ND ANNUAL MAIN STREET FESTIVAL GRAPEVINE
This year, Main Street Fest in the heart of historic Grapevine will be celebrating Grapevine Mayor William D. Tate’s 50 years in office. There will also be live music and performances happening on three stages, a carnival and midway, craft brews and wine, festival food and a KidZone.
May 15-17  at Main St., Grapevine. More info here.
TEXAS MUSIC REVOLUTION
All the fun at the 30th Annual Texas Music Revolution takes place in the downtown historic McKinney square. There will be performances by Shane Smith & The Saints, Randall King, Ray Wylie Hubbard, William Beckmann and more.
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June 5-6, Â 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney. tmrfest.com
DALLAS ARTS DISTRICT CHANGING PERSPECTIVESÂ BLOCK PARTY
In celebration of Dallas Arts Month, Flora Street will be bustling with performances from Sway!, a fusion of dance, theater and circus. There will also be musicians, dancers, community muralists, singer-songwriters and more.
June 26 Â at Sammons Park, 2403 Flora St., Dallas. Free. More info here.