\nMar. 9\u201315 | The Courts of McKinney, McKinney
\nThe Professional Pickleball Association Tour returns to North Texas with the Veolia Texas Open at The Courts of McKinney. The weeklong tournament brings top professional players to the court for high-energy matches showcasing the strategy, speed and skill that have fueled pickleball\u2019s rapid rise in popularity.<\/p>\n
Leprechaun Lights Out<\/a> Goalie Content Creator Game<\/a> Tuff Nutterz<\/a> Flip Circus<\/a> St. Patrick\u2019s Day Weekend<\/a> Family Magic and Comedy Show with Mike Williams<\/a> McKinney Shamrock Run 5K<\/a> Dallas St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival<\/a> The Garden Show<\/a> ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO<\/p>\n Soccer: More Than a Game<\/a> Joy: A Solo Exhibition | Paintings by Emmanuel Gillespie<\/a> Dallas Blooms<\/a> Harry Potter: The Exhibition<\/a>
\nMarch 13 | Dark Hour Haunted House, Plano
\nLet Dark Hour take you on a thrilling and fully immersive journey into the world of Banshees and Leprechauns, featuring stunning special effects as you break through the barrier between the human and fairy realm. This macabre experience is your final opportunity to visit Dark Hour Haunted House before they reopen in September for the fall season.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 13\u201314 | Credit Union of Texas Event Center, Allen
\nExperience the chaos of the Goalie Content Creator Game<\/a>, a two-day hockey takeover where every player on the ice is a goalie \u2014 full gear, full contact and no positions. This unique event, merges elite athletic skill with creator-driven entertainment. It features former NHL goalies and viral hockey personalities with a massive combined social media following, guaranteeing a high-energy, unforgettable spectacle.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 13 | Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve, Plano
\nTuff Nutterz brings a supersized inflatable adventure to Plano with a 1,000-foot obstacle course packed with more than 30 challenges. Participants can tackle climbing walls, hanging rails, balance balls and the towering 20-foot \u201cTuffy Slide,\u201d while younger guests can build confidence on a dedicated miniature course.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 13\u201331 | Riders Field, Frisco
\nFlip 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.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 14\u201317 | PGA District, Frisco
\nCelebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day weekend at the PGA District at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa with festive food and drink specials across several venues. The Lounge by Topgolf serves a hearty Guinness beef stew topped with puff pastry, while Ice House features Guinness BBQ beef short ribs with mashed potatoes and smoked cabbage. Ryder Cup Grille offers a braised Irish lamb shank with whipped potatoes and Jameson gravy. Green beer will also be flowing throughout the District all weekend long.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 14 | Addison Improv, Addison
\nDFW magician and comedian Mike Williams brings family-friendly fun to the Addison Improv with his long-running show. The 75-minute matinee blends quick-witted comedy, jaw-dropping illusions and plenty of audience participation for an entertaining afternoon the whole family can enjoy. Arrive early for lunch service, which includes a magic-themed kids menu and close-up sleight-of-hand performed right at your table.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 14 | Towne Lake Park, McKinney
\nKick off St. Patrick\u2019s Day weekend at the 9th Annual McKinney Shamrock Run 5K at Towne Lake Park. Registration includes the official race T-shirt, bib and finisher\u2019s medal and participants 21 and over can celebrate afterward with a complimentary green beer from TUPPS Brewery. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Warrior\u2019s Keep.<\/p>\n
\nMarch 14 | Blackwell St to SMU Blvd, Dallas
\nThe largest St. Patrick’s Day event in the Southwest, this festival attracts more than 120,000 people to the 2-mile strip of Greenville Avenue, featuring a massive parade, food trucks and live music.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 14\u201315 | Myers Park & Event Center, McKinney
\nGarden enthusiasts can dig into inspiration at The Garden Show at Myers Park & Event Center. The event features more than 80 booths with plants and garden products from local vendors, along with expert speakers, hands-on demonstrations and practical Earth-Kind gardening advice. Families can enjoy a children\u2019s scavenger hunt, local food, prize drawings and free parking while exploring the weekend celebration of all things gardening.<\/p>\n![\"screen-shot-2026-03-09-at-93229-am\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/screen-shot-2026-03-09-at-93229-am.png;w=960.png\"\/)
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\nMar. 7\u2013Sept. 7 | Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
\nAs 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<\/a>. The 10,000-square-foot interactive exhibition explores the science behind the world\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
\nFeb. 6\u2013Mar. 28 | ArtCentre of Plano
\nDallas-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.<\/p>\n
\nFeb. 21\u2013Apr. 12 | Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
\nThe Southwest\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
\nThrough Apr. 12 | Pepper Square, Dallas
\nThis traveling exhibition features immersive galleries, original film props and interactive experiences celebrating the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series.<\/p>\n