DALLAS — It's finally fall in North Texas. Better yet, it actually feels like it!
With this cool weather, you can finally get out for some fresh air without drowning in sweat. It's a good thing there are plenty of events going on this weekend.
Some of them are welcoming in the fall season with steins in hand, and others are saying "Howdy, folks!"
Friday, Sept. 27
It's officially fair season, y'all! Friday is opening day, so you can be the first in line to try all the new fair food, ride all the new rides and experience the biggest state fair in the country! If you miss opening day, don't worry. The State Fair of Texas runs all the way through Oct. 20.
Other events:
- Clairo at The Factory in Deep Ellum
- McKinney Oktoberfest
- Pumpkins & Pint Nights at Dallas Arboretum
- Lazy Dog Restaurants’ End-of-Summer Patio Bash
- Pumpkin Nights at Howell Farms
- Bricks In the Wall at House of Blues
- Dallas Stars v. Colorado Avalanche
- Disney's The Little Mermaid at AT&T Performing Arts Center
Saturday, Sept. 28
Fort Worth Oktoberfest is a three-day event chock full of music, activities and traditional Bavarian fare. For the athletes out there, this event hosts a 5k run! But if you're just there to drink beer and be merry, there will be plenty of that too. If you buy tickets early, you can secure yourself a complimentary stein.
Other events:
- Southwest Classic: Texas A&M v. Arkansas
- Company at Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House
- Pumpkin Patch at the Dallas Farmers Market
- Orlando City SC v. Dallas FC
- Cuco at The Factory in Deep Ellum
- State Fair Classic: Grambling State v. Prairie View A&M
- Kat Williams at WinStar World Casino and Resort
- Rocco Revolution Tour at Club Dada
- Alex Cooper Unwell Tour at Toyota Music Factory
Sunday, Sept. 29
Weezer is coming to Dallas, and they're celebrating 30 years of their iconic self-titled album, colloquially known as the Blue Album. As part of their tour, they'll be playing their debut album in full with hits like 'Buddy Holly', 'My Name is Jonas' and 'Say It Ain't So'. Plus, they'll be joined by the Flaming Lips, a band best known for their concept album Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots. For Dallas music fans, you might also know them for their rendition of "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" featuring local legend Erykah Badu.
Other events:
- Zach Seabaugh at Club Dada
- Pumpkin Patch at Goober Bub's Orchard & Bakery
- SpongeBob Musical (Youth Edition)
- Kids Bop Live 2024 at Toyota Music Factory
- The Screwtape Letters at AT&T Performing Arts Center
- The Melting Pot Market at Grandscape
- Pink Pony Brat Brunch at Legacy Hall
- Julius Caesar at Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre
