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.
Oktoberfest
Oct. 23 | Dallas Arboretum, Dallas
Celebrate Bavarian culture with German beer, bratwurst, warm soft pretzels and traditional sides and desserts at this fall festival. Enjoy live music among the gardens, then head to the axe-throwing lane for another round of Oktoberfest fun.
MLB World Series Watch Party
Oct. 23 | Legacy Hall, Plano
Catch the MLB World Series on Legacy Hall’s indoor screens as baseball’s top teams battle for the championship. Bring your crew, wear your team’s colors and settle in for every home run, clutch hit and postseason nail-biter.
Seth Meyers: Live
Oct. 23 | Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
Late-night host and comedian Seth Meyers brings his stand-up to Dallas for a live performance at Music Hall. Known for his sharp political humor and quick wit, Meyers delivers a night of comedy beyond the late-night desk.
McKinney Wine & Music Festival
Oct. 24 | District 121, McKinney
Raise a glass at the 10th annual festival featuring wine tastings, live music and shopping. Spend the day sampling wines while enjoying entertainment and community fun.
Halloween Par-Tee
Oct. 24 | PGA District, Frisco
Dress up for a family-friendly Halloween takeover at PGA District, featuring trick-or-treating from decorated golf carts, a Pumpkin Putting Patch, carnival games, face painting and photo ops. Grab fall-inspired treats before settling in for a 7 p.m. screening of Hotel Transylvania, followed by a Halloween drone show.
Rest In Plano (R.I.P.) 2026
Oct. 24 | Downtown Plano and Haggard Parking Lot, Plano
Downtown Plano gets a Halloween makeover for this free, family-friendly festival. Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, festive photo ops, costumed characters and trick-or-treating for a night of fall fun that’s spooky without being too scary.
Irving Taco Festival
Oct. 24 | Plaza at Toyota Music Factory, Irving
Spend an evening sampling street tacos, enjoying live music and exploring market vendors at the Irving Taco Festival. The event will feature margarita tents, yard games and photo opportunities in the Plaza, with food and drinks available for purchase.
First United Bank Fall Festival
Oct. 24 | TUPPS Brewery, McKinney
Spend the afternoon enjoying live music, bounce houses, kids’ activities and local vendors at this free community festival. Catch performances while shopping local and enjoying fall festivities. All proceeds raised will support Community Garden Kitchen.
Trick or Treat in the Rail District
Oct. 24 | Frisco Rail District, Frisco
Make your way through the Rail District for a neighborhood trick-or-treat adventure, with participating merchants handing out candy and other surprises. Use the Boxcar Shuttle to visit nearby Trick or Treat in the Square and Heritage Halloween for even more Halloween fun.
The Great Indian Diwali Festival of Lights
Oct. 25 | Grandscape, The Colony
Celebrate Diwali with vibrant traditions, cultural performances and family-friendly festivities. The colorful celebration brings the Festival of Lights to The Stage at Grandscape.
ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO
Photo: Peppa Pig Theme Park
The BooMont Hotel
Sept. 4–Nov.1 | Galleria Dallas
Step into a century-old mystery when The BooMont Hotel opens its doors at Galleria Dallas. Inspired by the fictional 1901 hotel and its dark history, the immersive spooky experience invites guests to explore a long-abandoned property brought back to life.
Peppa’s Halloween Party
Oct. 1–Nov. 1 | Peppa Pig Theme Park, North Richland Hills
Peppa Pig Theme Park is getting into the Halloween spirit with its first-ever Halloween event, designed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. Families can meet Peppa and George in costume, make their way through a kid-sized hay maze, visit a pumpkin patch and catch a festive Halloween show. Seasonal drinks will also be available for purchase, and little pumpkins can be taken home and decorated for an additional fee.
Scarecrow Junction in the Rail District
Oct. 1–31 | The Rail District, Frisco
Scarecrow Junction returns to the Rail District for its second year, with local businesses turning their storefronts into a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt. Register for the free Scarecrow Hunt, explore the district, snap photos and check in at scarecrow stops for chances to win Rail District gift cards.
Spooky Movie Series
Oct. 2–30 | PGA District, Frisco
Get into the Halloween spirit with free, family-friendly movie nights throughout October at the PGA District. Screenings begin at 7 p.m., with a lineup of spooky-season favorites including The Haunted Mansion, Twitches, Halloweentown, Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2.
KIDZ BOP Halloween at KidZania Dallas
Oct. 3–Nov. 1 | KidZania Dallas, Frisco
Kiddos can show off their pop star moves during a month of Halloween fun at KidZania Dallas. Join the daily KIDZ BOO Dance Party on the Main Plaza to learn the moves to KIDZ BOP’s “Thriller,” then put on a costume and strike a pose during the Halloween Fashion Show at the KidZania Theatre.
Halloween Celebration at Universal Kids Resort
Oct. 11–Nov. 1 | Universal Kids Resort, Frisco
Celebrate spooky season with little ones at Universal Kids Resort, where daily fall festivities include a new Universal Monster Tots show, a costume parade, Trick-or-Treat activities and seasonal decorations throughout the park.
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