Weekend Picks

Upgrade your whole dang weekend with this week's best concerts, nightlife, exhibits and more.

Things to Do This Weekend

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Fun Things to Do This Weekend

With so many things to do in Dallas, how do you choose what to do? Make the most of this weekend with our editor’s picks. From professional sports to neighborhood festivals and all the events that locals love, there’s always something happening in Dallas. Find everything from the best concerts and nightlife to museum exhibits and things to do with the kids.

Nov 22

Dreamland at Sweet Tooth Hotel

Prepare to be completely immersed in the captivating world of interactive art at Sweet Tooth Hotel's Downtown Dallas Flagship Location! Explore our largest exhibit yet, showcasing the extraordinary talent of both emerging local and national artists. Indulge in the luxurious ambiance of the Calirosa Cocktail Lounge, offering a curated selection…

Open Tuesday-Sunday at 12pm — event currently underway

Sweet Tooth Hotel

Nov 22

Deep Ellum Foodie Lovers Tour

The Deep Ellum Foodie Lovers Tour packs a punch with four partner restaurants, over ten different tastings, a bonus artisan shopping stop, and a variety of cuisines. From Nashville’s hottest “Shut The Cluck Up” chicken for the foodie adventurer to a bao bun, this foodie tour will surely stretch your…

Weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, starting from Mar 2, 2024, until Jul 1, 2025 — event currently underway

Hattie B's

Nov 23

The Deep Ellum Block Party

Imagine one epic day, packed with performances from local legends, national headliners, and fresh up-and-coming talent — all FREE in the iconic Deep Ellum District, Dallas' cultural and musical epicenter. Polyphonic Spree and Raekwon (of the Wu-Tang Clan) will headline the Deep Ellum Block Party, a culturally immersive community bash…

Deep Ellum - From Good Latimer to Malcom X

Nov 23

Dallas’ Best Tacos & Margaritas Tour

Join in on a Dallas taco- and margarita-sampling adventure! You'll love the diversity of our four stops, as we enjoy award-winning street tacos, gourmet tacos and eclectic tacos. The margaritas we've selected will also be awesome, including the 5-time winner of Best Margarita in Dallas! Drinks beyond two margaritas are…

Weekly on Saturday, starting from Aug 12, 2023, until Dec 31, 2028

Dallas Bites & Sights Tours

Nov 23

The Dallas by Chocolate Tour

Bite into a decadent chocolate truffle. Savor an indulgent chocolate pastry. These and more indescribably delicious experiences await as we travel to 5 of Dallas' premier local chocolate dessert havens on an air conditioned motorcoach. Your fun-loving tour host will take you on a sweet adventure that includes learning about…

Weekly on Saturday, starting from Aug 5, 2023, until Dec 31, 2028

Dallas Bites & Sights Tours

Nov 23

A New Colorful Tour of Deep Ellum with Dezi 5

A fresh walking tour shared from the perspective of local musician and founder of the Dallas Entertainment Awards, Dezi 5, who grew up in Deep Ellum working at his grandmother’s soul food restaurant, Vern’s Place. Dezi 5 will take guests down Elm, Main, Crowdus Streets and more, exploring the deep…

Every Saturday at 3:00 PM

Deep Ellum Community Center

Nov 24

Community Beer Co. Cycling Group Ride

On Sunday, September 24th, we'll be rolling out from Community Beer Company for another amazing group cycling ride! We will have multiple groups for every type of rider and plenty of delicious, cold beers at the brewery following the ride. Please be sure to bring helmets, nutrition, and water (water…

Community Beer Co.

Nov 29 — Dec 30

Christmas Lights, Chocolate and Sips Tours

View holiday lights in sweet style on our private heated motorcoach! Taste scrumptious treats from premier local dessert venues (venues will vary, as several tours may be going on at once). Then relax as your lively tour host showcases some of Dallas' most spectacular holiday displays! A panoply of exquisite…

Dallas by Chocolate/Dallas Bites & Sights Tours

Nov 29

Mosiac Nights: Art & Music Showcase

Art and music intertwine for a sublime experience, like a fine wine. We will feature the most talented visual artists, DJs, and musicians that DFW has to offer. If one wants to enjoy some drinks and eats, a bar and food will be available. Handcrafted vendors will also be on-site…

Held the final Friday of every month.

Mesbelle Gallery

Nov 30

Cozy Worldwide: Throwback and Current R&B / Hip Hop Party | Ages 21+

Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of live music and vibrant energy at House of Blues Dallas! Join us for an unforgettable night of soulful performances and unforgettable memories that will leave you craving more. Extend your evening pre- or post-show in the Foundation Room offering an opulent and exclusive…

House of Blues Dallas

Dec 6 — Dec 8

The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra

Enjoy the only professional production of The Nutcracker in the city of Dallas with live music! This enchanting ballet tells the story of Clara and her adventures with the Nutcracker Prince as they journey through the Land of Sweets. Featuring vibrant costumes, stunning choreography, and a professional cast of dancers…

Moody Performance Hall

Dec 6

Sugarplum Stroll: First Friday Sip & Shop!

Ho ho ho! Happy Holidays! The Shops of Deep Ellum invite you to kick off the season with us at the 2nd annual Sugarplum Stroll, a fun and festive sip and shop experience featuring exciting and unique gifts at amazing neighborhood venues. Join us as we roll out the red…

Discover Deep Ellum

Dec 7

Community Beer Co. Cycling Group Ride

On Saturday, December 7th, we'll be rolling out from Community Beer Company for another amazing group cycling ride! We will have multiple groups for every type of rider and plenty of delicious, cold beers at the brewery following the ride. Please be sure to bring helmets, nutrition, and water (water…

Community Beer Co.

Dec 8

DMA FREE First Sundays: Access for All

Did someone say FREE? Guests who visit the Museum on the first Sunday of each month will have the opportunity to experience exhibitions like Abraham Angel: Between Wonder and Seduction, Afro-Atlantic Histories, and He Said/She Said: Contemporary Women Artists Interject—typically a $40 value—at NO COST, in addition to dynamic on-site…

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dallas Museum of Art

Dec 15

Meet Me at the Museum — Brunch

Did someone say mimosas and Monet? Sunday funday just got even better with our new Brunch at the Museum. Come for the delicious culinary experience, stay for the beauty and bubbles. Your ticket includes chef-inspired food stations, a complimentary mimosa upon arrival, an art activity, entertainment, and more!

Every Month!

Dallas Museum of Art

Dec 15

Robert Earl Keen: Lights, Camera, Christmas!

House of Blues Dallas

Dec 21

Meet Me at the Museum: Jazz

Back by popular demand, Jazz at the Museum is filling the halls of the DMA with the soulful stylings of live jazz bands. Enjoy entertainment in a lounge-inspired setting with access to a full bar and light bites available for purchase, or upgrade your experience to include a meal and…

Once a Month (October-Decmber)

Dallas Museum of Art

Dec 22

Community Beer Co. Cycling Group Ride

On Sunday, December 22nd, we'll be rolling out from Community Beer Company for another amazing group cycling ride! We will have multiple groups for every type of rider and plenty of delicious, cold beers at the brewery following the ride. Please be sure to bring helmets, nutrition, and water (water…

Community Beer Co.

Dec 28

Candlelight: Rock Classics

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Dallas. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Rock Classics at HALL Arts Hotel under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: HALL Arts Hotel &#x1f4c5…

HALL Arts Hotel

Jan 10, 2025

Meet Me at the Museum: After Hours

We’re turning the lights down and the volume up. Join us on select Fridays for After Hours at the Museum and immerse yourself in a late-night experience you won’t find anywhere else in Dallas. Watch the DMA transform under moonlight as Dallas’s favorite DJs spin the night away. Your ticket…

Dallas Museum of Art

Jan 18, 2025

JJ Grey & Mofro: Olustee Tour

House of Blues Dallas

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Other Events Coming Soon To Dallas

Nov 22 — Jan 5, 2025

From Munch to Kirchner: The Heins Collection of Modern and Expressionist Art

From Munch to Kirchner: The Heins Collection of Modern and Expressionist Art celebrates the legacy of Marie “Elinor” Heins through the recent…

Nov 22 — Dec 31

Freedom Matters

Explore the ongoing pursuit of liberty in a new special exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. Featuring rare artifacts and…

Nov 22 — Jan 5, 2025

Unearthing the Legacy of Islamic Spain

Spain’s Islamic heritage became a focal point in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, as the country grappled with political upheaval and…

Nov 22 — Jan 5, 2025

The Legacy of Vesuvius: Bourbon Discoveries on the Bay of Naples

This exhibition looks at the groundbreaking archaeological excavations sponsored by the Bourbon King Charles VII of Naples (r. 1734–1759)—the future king of…

Nov 15

Live Oak Summer Music Series x Codigo Tequila x TX Whiskey

Warm weather means patio season and Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas welcomes locals to unwind and enjoy lively performances during this…

Nov 22 — Jan 5, 2025

SNOWDAY at Galleria Dallas

Galleria Dallas has been one of the top holiday destinations for shoppers across North Texas and around the world for more than…

Nov 22 — Nov 23

Kacey Musgraves /w Lord Huron & Nickel Creek — Deeper Well World Tour

Seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Kacey Musgraves /w special guests Lord Huron & Nickel Creek will perform live at American Airlines Center on…

Nov 22

Bren Rapp Presents MURROW by Joseph Vitale

The words belong to American icon Edward R. Murrow. The events belong to history. The circumstances they can help to change are…

Nov 22

Sneaker Kicks

Do you love sneakers, painting, and design? Join Kawaii Candle Co. & Sneaker Snob as we show you how to transform a…

Nov 22

Whose Mind is it Anyway? An Artificial Intelligence Experience

Join us at Stomping Ground as we shape the future of storytelling with Whose Mind Is It Anyway? An Artificial Intelligence Experience…

Nov 22

HilltopSecurities Classic Camp Christmas

Attention, Campers! The season’s campiest, quirkiest holiday tradition is here, Camp Christmas! A huge and wildly immersive experience handcrafted by Camp Director…

Nov 22

Dreamland at Sweet Tooth Hotel

Prepare to be completely immersed in the captivating world of interactive art at Sweet Tooth Hotel's Downtown Dallas Flagship Location! Explore our…

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More Upcoming Fun

Thanks to our partners across the city, our calendar includes everything happening in town now and in the coming months!

Whether you're an art enthusiast, sports fanatic, foodie or someone simply looking to have a good time on your Dallas getaway, your entire year is covered with these exciting annual…

Need some ideas on how to start your family weekend in Dallas? Start with our list of kids events! Dallas has the best events for your family, kids, and budget.