Everything happening in Plano this summer — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: August 25, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Events Mic Drop Comedy Club in Plano hosts All Star Comedy Nights with rotating stand-up comedians in an intimate club setting. Free ticket offers are periodically available via Eventbrite; check the venue for upcoming headliners.
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Faith Prince of Peace Catholic Parish hosts its annual faith formation registration open house for the 2026–2027 year, with programs available for children, youth, and adults. Led by Pastor Father Michael Forge, the parish is a vibrant community of over 3,000 families.
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Faith Legacy Church launches its full fall lineup of events, Bible studies, small groups, ministries, and missions for the 2026–2027 year. Kids and Preteens small groups meet at 10:30 AM; Student worship meets at 5:30 PM on Sundays.
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Family A beautiful outdoor evening event where participants release illuminated lanterns onto the water at Haggard Park in Historic Downtown Plano. A memorable, family-friendly experience in the heart of the arts district.
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Shopping A fun themed outdoor vendor market in the heart of Downtown Plano's arts district, featuring local makers, boutique vendors, and a festive Disco Cowgirl vibe. A great opportunity to shop small and support local artisans.
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Sports A Labor Day tradition in Plano featuring a sprint triathlon, sprint aquabike, sprint aquathlon, euathlon, and the Try a Tri+ Youth Tri and Splash and Dash for younger participants. The event concludes with a Labor Day picnic.
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Family Celebrate the last days of summer with a Labor Day pool party at Plano's aquatic centers, featuring traditional pool games, a cannonball contest for prizes, snack bar, barbecue grills, and picnic areas. Coolers with food and nonalcoholic beverages are welcome.
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Faith An open invitation for anyone curious about the Catholic faith to attend a no-pressure 'Come and See' morning for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). Attendees can ask questions, meet others on the journey, and learn more about following Jesus in the Catholic tradition.
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Dining An exclusive multi-course wine dinner hosted by Del Frisco's Double Eagle Plano, pairing Orin Swift wines with a specially crafted menu. A premium dining experience for wine enthusiasts in Plano.
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Family Plano's signature four-day festival features more than 30 colorful hot-air balloons with nightly glows, fireworks, carnival rides, live bands, a kids fun zone, and 35+ merchandise vendors. Saturday and Sunday morning balloon launches are weather permitting.
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Events An outdoor concert in the historic meadow at Heritage Farmstead Museum featuring roots and Americana music. A charming fall evening on the farm with food trucks and open-air seating.
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Faith St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church hosts an in-person viewing of online auction items in the Parish Hall, accompanied by wine and cheese, as part of the parish's 50th Anniversary celebration. Founded in 1976, the parish now serves thousands of families in Plano.
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Events The Plano Symphony Orchestra opens its fall season with conductor Stilian Kirov and pianist Sean Chen, praised by The New York Times for his 'alluring, colorfully shaded renditions.' A world-class evening of orchestral music just minutes from Plano.
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Dining Plano's premier food and wine festival presented by Land Rover, showcasing local and regional chefs, artisan food vendors, and curated wine and spirits tastings. A signature culinary event in the Legacy West district.
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Events An outdoor jazz concert under the stars at Oak Point Park's amphitheater, featuring artists Vandell Andrew, Fingerprints, and Natural Change. Part of the 6th Annual Family Fest DFW weekend of outdoor performances.
Visit Website → Events An outdoor neo soul concert evening at Oak Point Park as part of the 6th Annual Family Fest DFW weekend. Enjoy live performances in the open air at one of Plano's most scenic outdoor venues.
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Family Members of the Dallas Handweavers and Spinners Guild demonstrate their crafts of weaving, spinning, and dyeing at the historic farmstead. Visitors can watch artisans at work and learn about traditional textile crafts in a living-history setting.
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Events An outdoor Christian worship concert closing out the 6th Annual Family Fest DFW weekend at Oak Point Park's amphitheater. An uplifting community gathering for families and individuals of all ages.
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Faith An outdoor Christian worship concert closing out the 6th Annual Family Fest DFW weekend at Oak Point Park's amphitheater. An uplifting, interdenominational community worship gathering for families and individuals of all ages.
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Shopping Shop over 130 local vendor and crafter booths featuring handmade gifts, boutique clothing, fall décor, Christmas decorations, home accents, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind finds. A beloved early holiday shopping tradition in Plano running three full days.
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Events The annual Fall DFW Catholic Family Conference hosted by Fullness of Truth, featuring nationally known Catholic speakers including Harold Burke-Sivers, Fr. Carlos Martins, Trent Horn, and others. The conference focuses on the Holy Eucharist and deepening Catholic faith.
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Events An annual one-day celebration of visual art and craftsmanship in Historic Downtown Plano featuring local makers, live music throughout the day, craft demonstrations, interactive art activities for children, and food trucks. Free admission.
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Events A vibrant celebration of unity and inclusion in Plano featuring live entertainment, vendor booths, and community programming. General admission is $10 for adults (13+), free for children 12 and under, and $25 for VIP access.
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Faith The annual Fall DFW Catholic Family Conference hosted by Fullness of Truth, featuring nationally known Catholic speakers including Harold Burke-Sivers, Fr. Carlos Martins (Vatican-appointed Sacred Relics Curator), Trent Horn, and Matthew Leonard. The conference theme centers on the Most Holy Eucharist.
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Family North Texas's largest multicultural festival, now in its 22nd year, featuring multicultural music and dance performances, ethnic food trucks, cultural displays, an art exhibit, and free STEAM activities for kids with a Festival Passport. Free flu shots and health screenings are available at the Wellness Fair from 11 AM–2 PM.
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Family A Halloween-themed evening festival transforming Downtown Plano into a spirited scene complete with live performances, carnival rides, Instagram-worthy photo ops, and creepy characters roaming the streets. Suitable for all ages from little goblins to grown-up ghouls.
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Sports Plano's signature road race through the city's parks and neighborhoods, offering a half marathon and 5K distance for runners of all levels. A major annual sporting event on the Visit Plano calendar.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Family Interactive programs designed for preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their grown-ups, offering story time, crafts, animal meet-and-greets, and wagon rides on the 4.5-acre historic farm. Admission required; programs run most Fridays through the fall.
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Dining Legacy Hall, Plano's massive food hall and live music venue at Legacy West, hosts regular weekend concerts and community events throughout fall 2026. Check the venue calendar for specific headliners and ticket details.
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Events Plano's beloved Texas-themed restaurant and live music venue hosts regular weekend performances by Texas country and Americana artists throughout the fall season. Rising Texas country artist Jenna Paulette is among the featured performers this summer.
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Dining One of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Southwest, held just minutes from Plano in neighboring Addison. Features authentic German beer, food, live oompah bands, and family activities across a multi-day festival.
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Dining Visit Plano's free limited-time Dine & Discover Pass lets residents and visitors explore Plano restaurants, attractions, and experiences while earning rewards. Available through September 30, 2026 — download the pass and start exploring.
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Shopping A weekly open-air market offering fresh locally grown produce, artisanal goods, baked treats, local honey, handmade soaps, and more, with live music and a welcoming community atmosphere every Saturday morning.
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Faith First Baptist Church Plano hosts weekly Wednesday evening Bible study and fellowship sessions running from August through December 2026. Sunday services are also offered at 9:30 AM (Modern Worship) and 11:00 AM (Classic Worship).
Visit Website → Faith St. Mark the Evangelist offers sensory-friendly Masses in the Youth Ministry room at the Parish Office, with lowered lights and a quieter environment intentionally designed for children with autism and other special needs and their families.
Visit Website → Faith A guided monthly holy hour of Eucharistic Adoration specifically designed for children at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, giving young parishioners an opportunity to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament through age-appropriate prayer and reflection.
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Faith A family-friendly monthly gathering hosted by St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church where parishioners and guests meet priests for fellowship and faith discussion at a local restaurant. One of the parish's most cherished monthly community events.
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Faith Weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the church after the 8:30 AM Friday Mass and concludes with Benediction at 11:30 AM. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is a stewardship parish serving over 4,000 families in Plano.
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Faith Icon Church in east Plano holds two Sunday services — a 9 AM prayer service and a 10:45 AM full worship service — welcoming all visitors throughout the summer and fall seasons. A contemporary, community-focused congregation.
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