\nApril 16\u201318 | Riders Field, Frisco
\nBaseball gets a neon twist with glow-in-the-dark elements and themed entertainment. Expect a high-energy, family-friendly night at the ballpark.<\/p>\n
Texas Flood Concert<\/a> Gabriel Iglesias <\/a> Taste! at The Star<\/a> We Them Grays Do Disney<\/a> Spring Market<\/a> Texas Pie Fest<\/a> Syndicate Smokedown & Music Festival<\/a> Festival of Joy<\/a> Sesame Street Live! Elmo\u2019s Got the Moves<\/a> ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO<\/p>\n Scarborough Renaissance Festival<\/a> Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour<\/a> Dragon Trails<\/a> Soccer: More Than a Game<\/a>
\nApril 17 | Hub 121, McKinney
\nThe Texas Flood Concert, a tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan, returns for a night of live music celebrating the legacy and spirit of Texas blues and rock. Expect high-energy performances, local talent and a crowd of devoted fans coming together for an electric evening.<\/p>\n
\nApril 17\u201319 | Addison Improv
\nGabriel Iglesias, one of the most successful stand-up comedians in the world, brings his latest set to Addison for a multi-night run. A global touring powerhouse with billions of YouTube views and a massive social following, Iglesias continues to sell out arenas and theaters alike with his high-energy storytelling and signature humor.<\/p>\n
\nApril 17 | Ford Center at The Star, Frisco
\nThis premier culinary event brings together top DFW chefs, live music and auctions for a night supporting the North Texas Food Bank. Proceeds benefit programs fighting childhood hunger across the region.<\/p>\n
\nApril 17 | Windmills Brewery, The Colony
\nThis family band blends rich harmonies with a mix of Disney favorites, TV theme songs and today\u2019s hits. Expect a high-energy, feel-good performance that turns the night into a celebration.<\/p>\n
\nApril 18 | PGA District, Frisco
\nCelebrate the season at this outdoor pop-up market featuring 40+ vendors. Shop handmade goods, boutique clothing, jewelry, flowers and more while enjoying a relaxed spring day outdoors.<\/p>\n
\nApril 18 | Tate Farms, Rockwall
\nNow in its eighth year, Texas Pie Fest brings together bakers from across the state for a lively day of competition, community and plenty of crust. Expect sweet and savory pie contests, pie-eating showdowns for kids, adults and even dogs, plus celebrity judges weighing in.<\/p>\n
\nApril 18 | Fort Worth Stockyards
\nThe 5th annual Syndicate Smokedown & Music Festival heads back to the Fort Worth Stockyards with its biggest lineup yet. Headlined by Whiskey Myers, Randy Rogers Band and Amanda Shires, the event pairs live country and Red Dirt music with more than 20 award-winning Texas BBQ pitmasters.<\/p>\n
\nApril 18 | Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
\nThis free, family-friendly celebration features a colorful parade, chariot pull, yoga, performances, kids\u2019 activities and more. The day wraps with a vegetarian feast and a live concert headlined by The Mayapuris.<\/p>\n
\nApril 19 | Credit Union of Texas Event Center, Allen
\nGet ready to sing and dance with Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby and friends in this high-energy, interactive show perfect for kids and families.<\/p>\n![\"screen-shot-2026-02-18-at-124256-pm\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screen-shot-2026-02-18-at-124256-pm.png;w=960.png\"\/)
\nPhoto: Scarborough Renaissance Festival
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\nApril 4\u2013May 25 | 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie
\nStep into a 25-acre English village as the Scarborough Renaissance Festival returns for its 45th season. Held Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day Monday, the beloved event brings fantasy and folklore to life with immersive entertainment, artisan vendors and family-friendly experiences that have welcomed generations of Texas visitors.<\/p>\n
\nFeb. 21\u2013May 25 | SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium, Grapevine
\nStep into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons during this limited-time interactive aquarium experience. Guests can enjoy character meet-and-greets, themed photo ops, a stamp rally, special merchandise and immersive exhibits featuring familiar characters throughout the aquarium.<\/p>\n
\nMar. 15\u2013 June 27 | Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
\nStep 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.<\/p>\n
\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