\nAug. 21\u201330 | North Texas Fairgrounds, Denton
\nCelebrate one of North Texas’ longest-running traditions with rodeo action, live country music, carnival rides and livestock shows. The annual fair offers something for every member of the family.<\/p>\n
49th US Open Pool Championship<\/a> Frisco Football Fest<\/a> Cryptids & Cocktails: A Night at the Museum with Lyle Blackburn<\/a> Downtown McKinney Scavenger Hunt<\/a> IT in Shared Reality at Cosm<\/a> Jerry Jones Classic<\/a> Young Creators: Kids Business Fair<\/a> Summer ArtFest<\/a> Yappy Hour at Legacy Hall<\/a> ONGOING & EXTENDED-RUN THINGS TO DO<\/p>\n Texas Sculpts V<\/a> America 250: Texas Trailblazing Wonder Women Exhibition<\/a> Soccer: More Than a Game<\/a> Road Trip Across America<\/a> Stories from the Archives<\/a>
\nAug. 25\u201330 | Embassy Suites, Frisco
\nWatch 256 of the world’s best nine-ball players compete for a $500,000 prize purse. This prestigious World Nineball Tour event brings elite international competition to Frisco.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | Rollertown Beerworks, Frisco
\nKick off football season with a full day of sports, music and community at Frisco Football Fest. The celebration features marching band performances, live music, photo ops, prizes and giveaways, plus fresh local beer for fans to enjoy throughout the day.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | North American Cryptid Museum, Plano
\nSpend an evening exploring Texas folklore and legendary creatures during a special Cryptids & Cocktails event with cryptid researcher, author, podcaster and musician Lyle Blackburn. The night includes a catered dinner, cash bar and presentation focused on the Lake Worth Monster, from reported sightings to the folklore that has kept the legend alive.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | Downtown McKinney
\nSearch for hidden details throughout downtown, from murals and sculptures to storefronts and side streets, with multiple routes available, including two hunts designed for kids. The main hunt begins at 8 a.m. with a $2,500 grand prize up for grabs.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | Cosm, Grandscape
\nStep into the terrifying world of IT during a cinematic horror experience in Shared Reality at Cosm. Created by Cosm, Warner Bros. Pictures and Little Cinema, the immersive experience takes the story beyond the screen and puts guests inside the action.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | Ford Center at The Star, Frisco
\nThe sixth annual Jerry Jones Classic brings two North Texas high school football programs, Lewisville High School and Highland Park High School, to the Ford Center at The Star. Doors open at noon, with kickoff at 1 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29 | Frisco Public Library, Frisco
\nSupport the next generation of entrepreneurs\u00a0where more than 60 young business owners will showcase and sell their handmade crafts and creations. It\u2019s a chance to shop small, encourage young talent and celebrate creativity in the community.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 29\u201330 | McKinney Cotton Mill, McKinney
\nBrowse and shop original work from local and regional artists during Summer ArtFest, a juried indoor art festival at the historic McKinney Cotton Mill. The two-day event features paintings, jewelry, pottery, woodworking, photography, fiber art and more, with artists set up throughout the Grand Hallway and Atrium Hallway.<\/p>\n
\nAug. 30 | Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, Plano
\nBring your pup to the Lexus Box Garden for a dog-friendly afternoon with drink specials and plenty of room to roam. Four-legged guests can enjoy pup cups, organic treats and tennis balls while their humans relax and socialize.<\/p>\n![\"screen-shot-2026-07-06-at-83820-am\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/screen-shot-2026-07-06-at-83820-am.png;w=960.png\"\/)
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\nJuly 11\u2013Aug. 29 | ArtCentre of Plano
\nExplore the diverse world of Texas sculpture during Texas Sculpts V, a signature exhibition showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship and range of artists working across the state. The fifth annual showcase highlights contemporary sculptural works in a variety of styles and mediums.<\/p>\n
\nJune 15\u2013Aug. 30 | Millhouse, McKinney
\nThis juried exhibition debuts the Atrium Gallery and features 25 large-scale works by Texas artists honoring influential Texas women who shaped history. The walk-through installation highlights bold, contemporary interpretations in a new cultural space within the McKinney Cotton Mill Arts District.<\/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
\nJuly 1\u2013Sept. 18 | Frisco Discovery Center, Frisco
\nTake a photographic journey through America\u2019s landscapes, landmarks and travel traditions during Road Trip Across America. The exhibit celebrates 250 years of exploration with images highlighting national parks, scenic destinations and the people who experience them, along with a historic 1915 Ford Model T Roadster.<\/p>\n
\nJune 16\u2013Sept. 30 | Frisco Heritage Museum, Frisco
\nDiscover how ordinary objects can become extraordinary through the power of storytelling in Stories from the Archives. Inspired by the Significant Objects Project, the exhibit pairs items from the Frisco Heritage Center archives with imaginative narratives created by local writers, transforming forgotten pieces into stories of mystery, adventure and meaning.<\/p>\n