\nMay 7\u20139 | Comerica Center, Frisco
\nThe biggest weekend in Major League Volleyball arrives in Frisco as the league\u2019s championship matches take over Comerica Center, home of the Dallas Pulse. Two semifinal matchups will be played on May 7 before the \u201cMatch For A Million\u201d championship showdown on May 9, where the winning roster will split a $1 million bonus prize. All matches will air nationally on ION through the league\u2019s partnership with Scripps Sports.<\/p>\n
Nocturne<\/a> 18th Annual Allen Arts Festival<\/a> Celina Cajun Fest<\/a> Mother\u2019s Day Eve at The Star<\/a> Dave Matthews Band<\/a> The Melting Pot Market: Spring Market<\/a> A Night of HOPE with LOVER: A Taylor Swift Tribute<\/a> Mother\u2019s Day Market<\/a> Omni PGA Mother\u2019s Day Brunch<\/a> ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO<\/p>\n Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour<\/a> Dragon Trails<\/a> Soccer: More Than a Game<\/a> Scarborough Renaissance Festival<\/a> Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies<\/a> Harry Potter and the Sorcerer\u2019s Stone at Cosm Dallas<\/a>
\nMay 8\u20139 | Frisco Commons Park, Frisco
\nThis immersive nighttime experience transforms the park into a mile-long gallery of light, sound and video art. Expect a visually stunning, walk-through event after dark.<\/p>\n
\nMay 8\u201310 | Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm, Allen
\nThe annual event brings together local artists, live entertainment, interactive activities and a colorful chalk walk, creating a family-friendly weekend centered around art and community. Expect vendor booths, hands-on experiences and plenty to explore throughout the outdoor village.<\/p>\n
\nMay 9 | Downtown Celina Square
\nEnjoy crawfish, jambalaya, gumbo and more at this flavorful festival. Live music, vendors and a lively atmosphere make it a standout spring event.<\/p>\n
\nMay 9 | The Star District, Frisco
\nThe Star District will host a Mother\u2019s Day Eve celebration featuring complimentary flower bouquets, five-minute chair massages by Hiatus, Honey and Pop\u2019s Candy Cart and special discounts for moms at shops and restaurants throughout the district.<\/p>\n
\nMay 9 | Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas
\nThe legendary band takes the stage for a night of iconic hits and jam-band energy. A must-see for longtime fans and live music lovers.<\/p>\n
\nMay 9 | The Lawn at Grandscape, The Colony
\nSpend the afternoon browsing more than 80 vendors at this community-driven spring market celebrating culture, creativity and local businesses. Guests can expect live DJ sets, sponsor giveaways and plenty of Mother\u2019s Day shopping opportunities.<\/p>\n
\nMay 9 | Red Tail Pavilion, Plano
\nSpend Mother\u2019s Day weekend singing along to Taylor Swift favorites while supporting a meaningful cause. Hosted by Hope’s Door New Beginning Center, this concert featuring LOVER: A Taylor Swift Tribute helps fund shelter, safety and healing services for survivors of domestic abuse.<\/p>\n
\nMay 10 | Downtown Plano
\nFind unique gifts, shop local vendors and enjoy interactive experiences. It\u2019s the perfect way to celebrate and treat Mom to something special.<\/p>\n
\nMay 10 | 4341 PGA Parkway, Frisco
\nA luxury brunch featuring chef-attended stations and a refined Texas-inspired spread. The experience includes a chilled raw bar with jumbo shrimp, lobster and caviar deviled eggs, sushi and poke, artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, seasonal salads and a fresh bakery selection. Find more Mother\u2019s Day dining specials here<\/a>.<\/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\"\/)
\nPhoto: Perot Museum of Nature and Science
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\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
\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
\nApril 20\u2013Sept. 30 | Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
\nInternationally recognized neo-expressionist artist Hunt Slonem brings large-scale sculptures and colorful installations to the Dallas Arboretum for an immersive outdoor exhibition. Set throughout the gardens, Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies transforms familiar pathways with monumental works inspired by nature, movement and color.<\/p>\n
\nMay 7\u2013July 2 | Cosm Dallas, The Colony
\nStep inside the world of Hogwarts through an immersive screening experience that surrounds guests with towering visuals, magical environments and hidden Easter eggs inspired by Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Using Cosm\u2019s massive 12K LED dome technology, the experience blends cinema and themed entertainment to make audiences feel fully transported into the wizarding world.<\/p>\n