\nMay 18\u2013June 1, 2026 | Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Tower Gallery, Grapevine
\nThis special exhibit honors Mayor William D. Tate\u2019s 50 years of leadership in Grapevine, showcasing historic family artifacts, international Sister Cities mementos and large murals. Visitors can also explore interactive photo opportunities, including a replica of the mayor\u2019s office and a life-size cutout display.<\/p>\n
Meet The Mascots And Kids Eat Free<\/a> THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson<\/a> Frisco RoughRiders vs. San Antonio Missions<\/a> Handbag Bingo<\/a> Monique Marvez<\/a> The American Rodeo Championship<\/a> Crazy Quilt Show<\/a> HALL Splash<\/a> 7th Annual Boots & BBQ Fest<\/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 18 | Hooters, Plano
\nFamilies can meet a Frisco RoughRiders mascot alongside Hootie the Owl during a special photo opportunity from 5:30\u20137:30 p.m. Kids 12 and under can also enjoy a free meal with the purchase of an adult entr\u00e9e during the dine-in promotion.<\/p>\n
\nMay 20\u201324 | TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney
\nThe PGA Tour returns to McKinney as 145 players compete at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, one of North Texas\u2019 premier golf events. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler heads back to TPC Craig Ranch to defend his 2025 championship title.<\/p>\n
\nMay 19\u201324 | Riders Field, Frisco
\nThe Frisco RoughRiders return home for a six-game series against the San Antonio Missions at Riders Field. As the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, the RoughRiders offer fans a chance to catch rising MLB talent alongside themed promotions, ballpark eats and family-friendly entertainment throughout the week.<\/p>\n
\nMay 21 | Little Woodrow’s, Frisco
\nHead to Little Woodrow\u2019s Frisco for a lively night of Handbag Bingo, where guests will have the chance to win a Louis Vuitton Petit No\u00e9 Bucket Bag valued at nearly $1,900. Expect bingo games, drinks and plenty of midweek fun throughout the evening.<\/p>\n
\nMay 22\u201323 | Mic Drop Comedy Plano
\nVeteran comedian Monique Marvez brings her sharp wit and decades of stand-up experience to Mic Drop Comedy Plano for one night of fearless comedy. Known for appearances on Showtime and HBO Max, Marvez delivers bold, fast-paced humor shaped by more than 30 years on stage and radio.<\/p>\n
\nMay 22\u201323 | Globe Life Field, Arlington
\nThe American Rodeo Championship returns to Arlington for two nights of high-stakes competition featuring many of the sport\u2019s top athletes across all eight traditional rodeo disciplines. Fans can also catch live performances from Midland and Chris Young as reigning champions compete alongside rising qualifiers chasing major payouts and championship titles.<\/p>\n
\nMay 22\u201324 | First Methodist Church Performance Hall, McKinney
\nExplore one of the nation\u2019s largest collections of historic crazy quilts during this colorful three-day showcase featuring vibrant, hand-stitched textile art dating back to the late 1800s.<\/p>\n
\nMay 23 | HALL Park Hotel, Frisco
\nKick off summer at HALL Splash, HALL Park Hotel\u2019s new weekly Saturday pool experience running through Labor Day. Guests can enjoy poolside bites, music and a lively social atmosphere alongside Memorial Day weekend specials. Opening weekend will also feature a Texas Smokehouse Barbecue experience at Palato Italian Kitchen and Lounge with smoked barbecue favorites, classic summer sides and seasonal desserts.<\/p>\n
\nMay 24 | Legacy Hall, Plano
\nCelebrate Memorial Day weekend with a full day of country music, barbecue and Texas-style fun at Legacy Hall\u2019s annual Boots & BBQ Fest. Guests can enjoy craft beer from Unlawful Assembly Brewing Co., barbecue plates from Dry Rub, local shopping vendors, custom hat bars, cocktails and live performances throughout the day.<\/p>\n![\"img_0728\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img_0728.JPG;w=960.jpeg\"\/)
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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