Dallas Events

Greater Dallas/Fort Worth has festivities taking place all through the year including festivals, fairs, sports and cultural happenings. Below is an overview of major events.

| JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |

January

Southwestern Bell Cotton Bowl
January 2. Two of the nation's best college teams come together at this annual Cotton Bowl event for a New Year blow out at Fair Park.
1300 Robert B. Cullum Boulevard.
Call (214) 634-7525 for more information.

Monster Jam Truck Racing
Count on rowdy racing with the spectacular sport of Monster Truck Racing! Dates to be determined.
Reunion Arena, 777 Sports Street.
Call (214) 800-3000 for more information.

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February

Through The Needle’s Eye: American Quilts
American quilts from the permanent collection at the Dallas Museum of Art, running through June 27, 2004.
1717 North Harwood Street.
Call (214) 922-1200 for more information.

Dallas Winter Boat Show
Early February. Annual showcase of the most up-to-date equipment.
Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway.
Call (469) 549-0673 for more information.

March

Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Throughout the month. Put on some green and join the fun at the St. Patrick's Day Parade and other activities, with music and activities for the whole family.
Call (214) 368-6722 for more information.

North Texas Irish Festival
Early March. Storytellers, vendors, cultural events and exhibits are featured at the largest music festival in Texas with more than 40 bands.
Fair Park.
Call (214) 823-4370 for more information.

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April

Earth Day Celebration
Mid-April. Learn how families can make a difference in preserving our natural resources through various activities.
Call (214) 421-3466 for more information.

Deep Ellum Arts Festival
Deep Ellum hosts a festival featuring visual artists, continuous music on four stages, and food from area restaurant menus.
Call (214) 855-1881 for more information.

USA Film Festival
Late April. The annual USA Film Festival with a diverse schedule of events at various venues celebrates excellence in films from around the world.
Call (214) 821-6300 for more information.

May

Taste of Addison
Mid-May. More than 50 restaurants cook up their finest to offer sample-sized portions at reduced prices.
Addison Conference & Theatre Centre.
Call (800) 233-4766 for more information.

Artfest
Memorial Day Weekend. Festivities at Fair Park include more than 300 artists from across the country, food, and music, with proceeds to benefit local arts organizations.

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June

Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Early June. This festival in Arlington, highlighting the Highland fling, includes dance contests, athletic competitions and more.

Chisholm Trail Round-Up
Mid-June. Street dances, trail rides and more help celebrate Fort Worth's historic role as the last major stop in the Chisholm Trail.

July

Fourth of July Parade
July 4. More than 4,000 people participate in this annual parade in Arlington.

Fourth of July Fireworks
July 4. Fireworks light up Lake Grapevine.

August

Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus
The Greatest Show On Earth comes to Dallas to entertain children of all ages.
American Airlines Center.
Call (214) 222-3687 for more information.

Summer at the Arboretum
Summer adventure.
Dallas Arboretum.
Call (214) 327-4901 for more information.

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September

BluesFest
Early September. The annual outdoor BluesFest showcases national, regional, and local blues talent as well as food and art.
Bedford.

Shakespeare Festival of Dallas
One of the most renowned Shakespeare Festivals in the country.
Samuell-Grand Park.
Call (214) 559-2778 for more information.

October

Boo at the Dallas Zoo
October 31. Annual event is a safe Halloween alternative for children ages 3-10, and their families.
Call (214) 670-5656 for more information.

Fright Fest Pet Parade
Early October. Puppies, pigs, cows, cats and other pets become goblins for a day.
Six Flags Over Texas, Arlington.
Call (817) 530-6000 for more information.

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November

Holiday at the Arboretum
November-December. Dallas Blooms Autumn features more than 20,000 chrysanthemums, and thousands of other fall-blooming annuals and perennials in a five-week celebration including entertainment, special events and demonstrations.
Dallas Arboretum
Call (214) 327-4901 for more information.

Texas Stampede
A championship rodeo melds with country music's biggest stars.
American Airlines Center.
Call (214) 520-8874 for more information.

December

Neiman Marcus Adolphus Children’s Parade
A seasonal parade for all ages, televised to benefit Children’s Medical Center of Dallas.
Call (214) 456-8383 for more information.

Holidays at the Arboretum
The stately DeGolyer Mansion and gardens are decorated for the holidays.
Dallas Arboretum.
Call (214) 327-4901 for more information.