\nWhere: Oak Point Event Field, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
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Nothing quite says lift-off like hot air balloons<\/a> filling the Plano sky, paired with tunes from the Plano Community Band and the youthful voices of the Children\u2019s Chorus of Collin County. Between balloon glows, carnival rides and festival bites, it\u2019s a mix of music and color that floats well above your average weekend outing. Just don\u2019t get carried away by online scammers<\/a> \u2014 tickets belong only at the official site or gate.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 19-20, 2025 | 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. This comedy tour brings together three voices who know how to get a crowd laughing for all the right (and sometimes wrong) reasons. Concrete flips from hip-hop to stand-up, DOKNOW delivers the kind of offbeat takes that made him a social media star, and Jerry Garcia brings his sharp wit and stage charm honed on Netflix, HBO and beyond. It\u2019s a night stacked with punchlines, puns and plenty of stories that feel way too familiar not to laugh at.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 18-21, 2025 Beer steins, bratwurst and a chorus of \u201cProst!\u201d fill the air as Addison\u2019s Oktoberfest<\/a> brings Bavarian flair to North Texas. Guests can expect German food, live music, carnival rides and even dachshund races, all wrapped in a four-day celebration that feels straight out of Munich. For even more ways to toast the season, check out Local Profile\u2019s Oktoberfest guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 19, 2025 | 7-10 p.m. Evenings here mix the flavors of local dining spots with the charm of a bustling night market, where artisan booths and handmade treasures line the path. Guests can grab a bite, sip something tasty and wander through a lively showcase of food, crafts and community spirit, all set in a laid-back, easy-to-stroll setting with plenty of room to explore.<\/p>\n When: Sept 20, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ready to fill your baskets with farm-fresh goodies? The Frisco Rotary Farmers Market offers everything from juicy melons and vine-ripened tomatoes to locally made salsa and tamales, all while supporting local growers and community projects. Whether you’re shopping for produce, meats or just want to enjoy free activities at Kaleidoscope Park, this market is a great way to connect with your community and stock up on delicious, locally sourced treats.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 20, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Steins, brats and oompah beats take center stage at this all-day Oktoberfest bash packed with contests and live music. From keg tapping and beard showdowns to brat eating and chug challenges, the schedule is as full as the beer mugs. Costumes are encouraged, so break out the lederhosen and get ready to polka between pints.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: Sept. 21, 2025 | 3.25 p.m. Cowboys fans can kick back with $5 beers, tailgate bites and jumbo games while watching the big screen showdown at this free game day party. From photo ops and face painting to surprise appearances by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, the plaza turns into one giant backyard hangout. It\u2019s football, food and fun rolled into one lively Sunday huddle.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 20, 2025 | 11 a.m. Salt, lime and plenty of bragging rights are on the line as local bars and restaurants battle it out to claim the title of best margarita in Irving. Guests get ten generous samples to sip, judge and savor, with everything from sweet classics to spicy twists in the mix. Add a live DJ, street eats, a beer garden and even the chance to win a trip to Mexico, and this fiesta practically shakes itself.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 20, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. This event packs art, music and film into one afternoon, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month<\/a>. Guests can try open-studio art making, join a docent-led highlights tour and sway to a live salsa, merengue, cumbia and bachata set by Lara Latin. A screening of Merced Elizondo\u2019s short The Mourning Of, with a post-film Q&A, tops it off \u2014 call it a fiesta for eyes, ears and feet.<\/p>\n When: Sept. 19, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Autumn flavors take the spotlight at this multi-course dinner created by Dallas chef Justin Box and paired with Landon Winery pours. From smoked tomato bisque with Pinot Noir to Texas beef alongside bold reds, each dish leans into the season\u2019s cozy side. A Texas olive oil cake with grapefruit glaze and smoked pecans sweetens the finale, making it a true harvest feast.<\/p>\n![\"plano-balloon-festival-1\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/plano-balloon-festival-1.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/)
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\nWhere: Mic Drop Comedy Plano, 7301 Lone Star Dr., Suite A-110, Plano
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\nWhere: Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle, Addison
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\nWhere: The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5800 State Highway 121, Plano
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\nWhere: 3000 Internet Blvd, Frisco
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\nWhere: TUPPS Brewery, 402 E Louisiana St., Building 2, McKinney
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\nWhere: The Star, Cowboys Way, Frisco
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\nWhere: Plaza at Toyota Music Factory, 316 W Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving
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\nWhere: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood St., Dallas
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\nWhere: Landon Winery, 103 North Ballard Avenue, Wylie
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