\nWhere: The Movie Institute, Inc., The Shops at Willow Bend, 6121 W. Park Blvd. Suite B214, Plano
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A new chapter in Plano\u2019s creative scene is rolling out with the grand opening of MI North Studio at The Shops at Willow Bend. Guests are invited to tour the state-of-the-art production space, enjoy light bites, drinks and popcorn and mingle with special guests during a come-and-go evening that celebrates filmmaking and community. The event marks a milestone for The Movie Institute, the nonprofit behind the studio, which has spent 25 years empowering young people through the art of motion media.<\/p>\n
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When: Until Oct. 31, 2025 Ghouls and goblins of all ages can dive into hands-on Halloween fun with crafts, costumes and plenty of candy along the way. From ghostly masks and glowing jack-o\u2019-crayon-terns to oozy slime and sparkly tattoos, every corner holds a new trick-or-treat. Add a scavenger hunt and character meet-and-greets and it\u2019s a celebration that puts the \u201cboo\u201d in boogie.<\/p>\n When: Opening date: Oct. 15, 2025 | Wednesday\u2013Friday, 3 – 9 p.m.; Saturday\u2013Sunday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Adventurers, sharpen your swords and ready your dice \u2014 a new realm is calling. Dungeons & Dragons: The Immersive Quest<\/a> transforms Plano into a living, breathing fantasy world where guests choose a class, solve puzzles and face mythical creatures before confronting a dragon. The 16,000-square-foot interactive experience blends live action, storytelling and spectacle, inviting both newcomers and veteran players to step inside the legendary game. Costumes are optional, courage is not.<\/p>\n When: Oct. 15, 2025 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. A celebration of flavor and tradition comes to life at this hands-on tamale-making class honoring Hispanic Heritage Month. Under the guidance of chef Rambo Saucedo, guests will learn how to prepare chicken and beef tamales from scratch, then take their creations home to enjoy. The evening also features cocktails, light bites and a tequila tasting that blends culture with craft. It\u2019s part cooking class, part fiesta and all about savoring tradition one masa fold at a time.<\/p>\n When: Until Dec. 10, 2025 | Times vary Clues, codes and conspiracies take over Frisco in this outdoor detective game that turns the city into a live crime scene. Players use their phones to navigate a two-mile route, uncover secrets and expose a shadowy society known as The Kingmakers. Equal parts escape room, scavenger hunt and mystery novel, the experience invites families, friends or curious sleuths to solve puzzles and piece together the truth. It\u2019s the kind of case where the biggest mystery might just be how much fun detective work can be.<\/p>\n When: Oct. 14, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. Energy and elegance take center stage as the Dallas Chamber Symphony opens its season with a program that bridges wit, brilliance and power. The evening begins with Poulenc\u2019s playful, jazz-tinged concerto and Mozart\u2019s radiant Piano Concerto No. 19, both performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Anton Nel. After intermission, Beethoven\u2019s Symphony No. 7 fills the hall with its famous rhythmic drive and soaring spirit. Conducted by Richard McKay, it\u2019s a performance where classical mastery meets pure momentum.<\/p>\n When: Oct. 15, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. Texas music legend Lyle Lovett takes the stage with his renowned Large Band for a night that blurs the lines between country, jazz, folk and blues. Known for his sharp storytelling and genre-bending sound, Lovett has spent decades redefining what American music can be. With 14 albums, four Grammys and a voice as smooth as it is soulful, he brings a performance that\u2019s equal parts wit, warmth and toe-tapping rhythm. It\u2019s the kind of show where every note feels like a story worth hearing twice.<\/p>\n
\nWhere: The Crayola Experience, 6121 W. Park Blvd., A100, Plano
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\nWhere: 2712 N. Central Expy, Plano
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\nWhere: Cantina Laredo, 1125 Legacy Dr., #102, Frisco
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\nWhere: George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, 6101 Frisco Square Boulevard, Frisco
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\nWhere: Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora Street, Dallas
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\nWhere: The Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St, Dallas
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