{"id":111283,"date":"2026-01-05T13:29:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T13:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/111283\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T13:29:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T13:29:08","slug":"top-10-things-to-do-this-week-in-plano-frisco-and-beyond-local-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/111283\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Things To Do This Week In Plano, Frisco And Beyond &#8211; Local Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What to do Monday through Thursday, [Jan. 5\u20138], across Collin County and nearby cities<\/p>\n<p class=\"dropcap\">From Monday through the end of the week, there\u2019s no shortage of things happening across Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, The Colony, Richardson and nearby spots worth a short drive. Whether you\u2019re mapping out your week in advance or looking for something spontaneous after work, the days ahead offer a well-rounded mix of entertainment, sports and community events.<\/p>\n<p>This guide pulls together the best things happening this week, plus a handful of low-key, no-pressure options you can squeeze in whenever it works for you. Consider it your shortcut to making plans without overthinking it.<\/p>\n<p>TOP 10 BEST EVENTS THIS WEEK<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prekindle.com\/promo\/id\/-2852852648564231791\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Office Trivia Night at Rollertown Beerworks\u00a0<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nTuesday, Jan. 6 | Rollertown Beerworks, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nBrush up on Jim\u2019s pranks, Dwight\u2019s beet empire, Michael Scott\u2019s greatest quotes and everything in between. Bring your coworkers, your work wife and your assistant to the regional manager for laughs, bragging rights and prizes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.micdropcomedyplano.com\/shows\/336251\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Marvin Hunter<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nWednesday, Jan. 7 | Mic Drop Comedy Plano, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nMarvin Hunter found his comedic voice while serving in the U.S. Navy, where real-life experiences shaped his sharp, unapologetic humor. Known worldwide as the \u201cGrumpy Uncle,\u201d he connects with audiences through candid, relatable observations.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/visitallentexas.com\/event\/allen-americans-vs-wichita-thunder-3\/#:~:text=January%207%2C%202026,Wichita%20Thunder%20%E2%80%93%20Margaritaville%20Night\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Allen Americans vs. Wichita Thunder<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nWednesday, Jan. 7 | Credit Union of Texas Event Center, Allen<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nMidweek hockey returns as the Allen Americans take on the Wichita Thunder. Expect fast-paced action, hard hits and plenty of reasons to cheer on the home team.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pgafrisco.com\/event\/sip-swing-night-at-lounge-by-topgolf-3\/2026-01-07\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sip &amp; Swing Night at Lounge by Topgolf<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nWednesday, Jan. 7 | PGA of America Coaching Center, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nSip &amp; Swing Night is teeing off at Lounge by Topgolf from 6 to 10 p.m. Enjoy 20% off appetizers and 50% off swing bays, then settle in for what might become your new favorite night of the week.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artcentreofplano.org\/lunch-and-learn\/artist-talk-with-benefit-the-creator\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Artist Talk with Benefit the Creator<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nWednesday, Jan. 7 | ArtCentre of Plano, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nJoin Benefit the Creator for a casual artist talk. Part conversation, part behind-the-scenes look, the session explores his \u201ccowboy poet\u201d persona, the symbolism in his work and the layered stories behind the art. Take a break at lunchtime for a relaxed discussion on process, play and the narratives that shape his art.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eisemanncenter.com\/event\/i\/11295\/d\/shine-on-pink-floyd-laser-spectacular\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shine On: Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThursday, Jan. 8 | Eisemann Center, Richardson<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nStep into a full-sensory tribute where Pink Floyd\u2019s legendary sound is paired with a stunning laser and light show. SHINE ON combines top-tier musicianship with 3D effects, lasers and large-scale visuals for an immersive experience that\u2019s become a must-see for Floyd fans of all ages.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perotmuseum.org\/events\/adults\/thursdays-on-tap\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Thursdays on Tap at Perot Museum<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThursday, Jan. 8 | 6\u201310 p.m. | Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nTake over the museum after hours with live music, food trucks, drinks and outdoor games. Enjoy full access to all exhibits without the daytime crowds and rowdy kiddos. This 21+ night is all about you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandscape.com\/event\/salsa-nights-at-jako-cocina-y-agave-2\/2026-01-08\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Salsa Night at J\u0100K\u00d6 Cocina y Agave<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThursday, Jan. 8 | J\u0100K\u00d6 Cocina y Agave, The Colony<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nTurn up the heat on Thursday night with live salsa music from 8 to 11 p.m. Go for the food, stay for the rhythm and let the vibes do the rest.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.micdropcomedyplano.com\/shows\/295687\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hot Girl Comedy Presents Brady Matthews<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThursday, Jan. 8 | Mic Drop Comedy Plano, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nHot Girl Comedy isn\u2019t just stand-up, it\u2019s a full-on soir\u00e9e. With bold voices, fresh perspectives\u00a0and an interactive, inclusive vibe, the show mixes laughs with connection, all while supporting a great cause.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"365\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ntpa.thundertix.com\/events\/257701?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Little Women<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThursday\u2013Sunday, Jan. 8\u201311 | Willow Bend Center of the Arts, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nBased on Louisa May Alcott\u2019s life, Little Women follows sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they navigate growing up during the Civil War. Struggling to get her stories published, Jo is urged by her friend Professor Bhaer to write from the heart, inspiring her to tell the story of her family and their journey through love, loss and sisterhood.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p>ONGOING &amp; EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"tianyu-arts-culture-inc-6\" id=\"file-4150871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tianyu-arts-culture-inc-6.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Tianyu Arts &amp; Culture, Inc.&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grapevinetexasusa.com\/event\/peace-plaza-ice-rink\/41132\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Peace Plaza Ice Rink<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Jan. 6, 2026 | Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station, Grapevine<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis seasonal outdoor rink in Grapevine\u2019s Christmas Capital district offers timed-entry skating sessions on Historic Main Street.<\/p>\n<p><a data-ga-action=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-category=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-label=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/?utm_source=local%20profile&amp;utm_campaign=local%20profile%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Dungeons &amp; Dragons: The Immersive Quest<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough\u00a0Feb 1 | 2712 N. Central Expressway, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis live, interactive Dungeons &amp; Dragons experience blends role-playing gameplay with theatrical elements, inviting participants to step directly into a guided fantasy adventure.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planoartassociation.org\/events\/125-revisited2025\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">125 Show 2025: Revisited\u00a0Exhibition<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Feb. 8 | Plano Art Association Gallery, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nGroup exhibition featuring original work by North Texas artists who live or work within a 125-mile radius of Plano.<\/p>\n<p><a data-ga-action=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-category=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-label=\"https:\/\/tianyuculture.us\/dallas\/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23036037335&amp;gbraid=0AAAAACdRF_sZBqAm41UOqsQJQJ9lpxdd3&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAlrXJBhBAEiwA-5pgwkqtjkgU3H8cGUxX05RXng9dV-KSj1NtncUOoem014CZlZ4Hp7Ba9BoCBwIQAvD_BwE&amp;utm_source=local%20profile&amp;utm_campaign=local%20profile%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" href=\"https:\/\/tianyuculture.us\/dallas\/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23036037335&amp;gbraid=0AAAAACdRF_sZBqAm41UOqsQJQJ9lpxdd3&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAlrXJBhBAEiwA-5pgwkqtjkgU3H8cGUxX05RXng9dV-KSj1NtncUOoem014CZlZ4Hp7Ba9BoCBwIQAvD_BwE&amp;utm_source=local%20profile&amp;utm_campaign=local%20profile%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tianyu Lights Festival<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Jan. 18, 2026 | Texas Trust CU Theatre Grounds, Grand Prairie<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nAn expansive lantern festival showcasing handcrafted illuminated displays, cultural performances, and food vendors, making it a destination-worthy winter experience.<\/p>\n<p><a data-ga-action=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-category=\"OutboundLink\" data-ga-label=\"https:\/\/harrypotterexhibition.com\/\" href=\"https:\/\/harrypotterexhibition.com\/?utm_source=local%20profile&amp;utm_campaign=local%20profile%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Harry Potter: The Exhibition<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Jan. 31, 2026 | Pepper Square, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis traveling exhibition features immersive galleries, original film props, and interactive experiences celebrating the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/crowmuseum.org\/exhibition\/ancient-echoes-modern-voices-the-crow-collection-goes-beyond\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ancient Echoes, Modern Voices: The Crow Collection Goes Beyond<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Jun. 28, 2026 | Crow Museum of Asian Art at UT Dallas, Richardson<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis long-running exhibition expands beyond traditional display with rotating presentations that connect Asian art histories to contemporary themes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fwmuseum.org\/calendar\/barbie-you-can-be-anythingthe-experience\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Barbie You Can Be Anything: The Experience<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThrough Jan. 25, 2026 | Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, Fort Worth<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis hands-on, family-friendly traveling exhibition spotlights Barbie\u2019s career history with interactive career zones, role-model stories and photo ops.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss anything Local. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/newsletter\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a> for our free newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What to do Monday through Thursday, [Jan. 5\u20138], across Collin County and nearby cities From 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