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Dallas Events & Things to Do: Cowboys, Arts District, Deep Ellum, Concerts & Tours
Quick answer: The best things to do in Dallas include visiting The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, exploring the Dallas Arts District, eating Tex-Mex and barbecue in Deep Ellum and Bishop Arts, touring AT&T Stadium, and catching the Cowboys, Mavericks, or Stars. Coming up: the State Fair of Texas (through October 18), the Mavericks home opener (October 24), and Cowboys vs. Eagles on Thanksgiving (November 26).
Looking for things to do in Dallas this weekend, for adults, or with kids? Dallas is a major sports and entertainment hub with the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, the Mavericks and Stars at American Airlines Center, and the Rangers in Arlington. Explore the Dallas Arts District, live music in Deep Ellum, the views from Reunion Tower, the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, and every fall, the State Fair of Texas.
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Upcoming Dallas Events in 2026 and 2027
- State Fair of Texas: Big Tex, fried food, rides, and concerts at Fair Park, September 25 through October 18, 2026.
- Mavericks home opener: The Mavericks host the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on October 24, 2026.
- Cowboys on Thanksgiving: Dallas hosts the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium on November 26, 2026.
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What Is There to Do at the State Fair of Texas?
The State Fair of Texas runs September 25 through October 18, 2026 at Fair Park. Say howdy to Big Tex, try the latest fried food creations, ride the Texas Star Ferris wheel, and catch free concerts, car shows, and livestock exhibits.
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What Are the Best Museums and Attractions in Dallas?
- The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza: The story of President Kennedy's assassination, open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Dallas Arts District: The Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, and Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
- Reunion Tower GeO-Deck: 360-degree views of the skyline.
- Klyde Warren Park: A deck park with food trucks and events.
- Fort Worth Stockyards: Twice-daily cattle drives about 40 minutes west.
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Dallas Food, Drink & Nightlife
Head to Deep Ellum for live music and bars, Bishop Arts District for local restaurants and boutiques, and Lower Greenville for patios. Don't leave without brisket, Tex-Mex, frozen margaritas (a Dallas invention), and chicken-fried steak.
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Dallas Sports Events & Game Day
- Dallas Cowboys: NFL football at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, which also offers stadium tours.
- Dallas Mavericks: NBA basketball at American Airlines Center.
- Dallas Stars: NHL hockey at American Airlines Center.
- Texas Rangers: MLB baseball at Globe Life Field.
- SMU Mustangs: College football in University Park.
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Things to Do in Dallas With Kids
Traveling with kids? Visit the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas World Aquarium, the Dallas Arboretum, and the State Fair's rides and midway, then tour AT&T Stadium.
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Free Things to Do in Dallas
- Klyde Warren Park: A deck park over the freeway with food trucks and events most days.
- Dallas Museum of Art: General admission is free in the Arts District.
- Deep Ellum murals: A walkable neighborhood of street art, bars, and music venues.
- Bishop Arts District: Boutiques, cafés, and patios in Oak Cliff.
Things to Do in Dallas for Adults & Couples
- Live music in Deep Ellum: Clubs and bars with shows every night.
- AT&T Performing Arts Center: Broadway tours, opera, and theater.
- Reunion Tower GeO-Deck: City views and a rotating restaurant.
- Fort Worth Stockyards: Rodeos, honky-tonks, and the twice-daily cattle drive.
Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend & Today
Dallas weekends often revolve around game day, whether it's the Cowboys, Stars, or Mavericks, plus brunch in Uptown and a night in Deep Ellum. In the fall, the State Fair of Texas takes over Fair Park for more than three weeks.
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Popular Dallas Questions
What are the best free things to do in Dallas?
Free favorites in Dallas include Klyde Warren Park, Dallas Museum of Art, Deep Ellum murals, and Bishop Arts District. See the free things to do section above for details.
What are the best things to do in Dallas for adults and couples?
Popular picks for adults and couples in Dallas include live music in Deep Ellum, AT&T Performing Arts Center, Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, and Fort Worth Stockyards.
When is the State Fair of Texas 2026?
The State Fair runs September 25 through October 18, 2026 at Fair Park.
Who do the Cowboys play on Thanksgiving 2026?
The Cowboys host the Philadelphia Eagles on November 26, 2026.
What are the Sixth Floor Museum's hours?
The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Can you tour AT&T Stadium?
Yes. AT&T Stadium offers guided and self-guided tours on non-event days.
When is the best time to visit Dallas?
Fall brings the State Fair and football, spring brings wildflowers and mild weather, and the holidays bring lights and Thanksgiving football.
What is there to do in Dallas this weekend?
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Eat your way through the State Fair, visit the Sixth Floor Museum, explore the Arts District, grab brisket in Deep Ellum, tour AT&T Stadium, and catch a Cowboys or Mavericks game.
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