Remember when it was snowing and we were wishing for spring? Now it's finally here, and it's brought plenty of storms, blooming flowers and, of course, festivals.
The big ones seem to all be taking place over the same weekend -- this weekend. Below you'll find a list of what's going on April 24-26.
Bonus points if you hit them all up!
DENTON ARTS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL (Fri-Sun)
This is the 35th year for the festival located at Quakertown Park just outside Denton's iconic downtown square. It features live performances by the amazing UNT One O'Clock Lab Band, Brave Combo and much more. Amazing artists will also be set up in tents, in case you're hoping to buy a new piece or just browse. Even better? Admission is free.
- Go here to see photos from last year's festival.
GRAND PRAIRIE MAIN STREET FEST (Fri-Sat)
16,000 people are expected to attend this year's festival along Grand Prairie's Main Street. The event will feature food, games, and live performances by Jerry Jeff Walker, the Tejas Brothers, Max Baca and The Los TexManiacs with Rick Trevino, and countless others. There will also be a carnival and BMX shows for the whole family to enjoy. Admission is free!
SOUTHLAKE: ART IN THE SQUARE (Fri-Sun)
With the tag line "Where does art take you?" you won't want to miss this festival. Country singer Jo Dee Messina will headline the event, performing at 8:30 on Saturday. Countless other musicians will perform, and more than 140 artists' work will be on display. Fun fact: It's the only local festival to be run by volunteers with all proceeds going to charity. Admission and parking are free!
EULESS ARBOR DAZE (Fri-Sat)
More than 150,000 trees have been planted since this festival began more than 25 years ago! Get into the 'spring' of things and enjoy a petting zoo, rock wall, food, live performances, art booths and more as Euless gives back to Mother Nature.
GRANBURY WINE WALK (Fri-Sat)
The 6th annual wine walk features 20 Texas wineries, authentic music, food and art. With a $30 ticket you get 20 tastings plus a souvenir glass!
MUENSTER GERMANFEST (Fri-Sun)
Don't wait until October like everyone else to enjoy German food and beer. Muenster's 40th annual Germanfest is a three-day event where you can enjoy sausage, strudel, and the best a German-Texan town has to offer. Musical acts include Brave Combo as well as John Conlee and Alpinmusikanten. Tickets are between $6 and $10, but you can get in free if you wear "complete ethnic German attire." Oh yeah, there will also be a large BBQ cook-off. Yes, please.
EDGEFEST 2015 (Sat)
Spring in North Texas wouldn't be complete without Edgefest at Toyota Stadium. Headliners for the music festival are The Offspring, Modest Mouse, Death Cab for Cutie, Hozier, Girl Talk and more. Tickets range from $10 to $225.
MESQUITE: REAL TEXAS FESTIVAL (Fri-Sat)
Your favorite things about Texas will be features in this awesome festival -- complete with BBQ, rodeo and car show. Thompson Square, Kevin Fowler, and Luke Wade are just some of the acts performing at the event, which is $20 at the gate.
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