Everything happening in Plano this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: October 13, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Dining Make your own fall-inspired candle while enjoying a pasta dinner from Little Rome restaurant. Ticket includes both the candle-making workshop and the meal; limited spots available.
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Family Live fiber arts demonstrations at Plano's historic farmstead museum, part of the museum's ongoing fall educational programming. Visitors can watch traditional textile crafts in an authentic 19th-century farm setting.
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Family The largest, longest-running multicultural festival in North Texas, bringing the sights, sounds, and tastes of the world to Plano since 2005. Features cultural booths, performances, children's activities, a wellness fair, and more.
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Sports Annual 5K run and walk in Plano benefiting hunger relief efforts. Open to runners and walkers of all levels.
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Faith 4th Annual Catholic Relief Services fundraiser trivia night hosted at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish and led by Deacon Mike. Proceeds support CRS international humanitarian programs.
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Shopping Shop over 130 local vendor and crafter booths featuring handmade gifts, boutique clothing, fall décor, Christmas decorations, home accents, and specialty foods. Santa will be on-site all weekend for photos at the complimentary holiday photobooth.
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Faith Annual Knights of Columbus Council 7850 Bingo Knight fundraiser featuring 9 regular games with $100–$150 prizes each, plus a Grand Prize Blackout game. Pre-registration is $25; $30 at the door.
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Events Free Halloween-themed festival transforming downtown Plano into a spirited scene with Instagram-worthy photo ops, live performances, carnival rides, and creepy characters roaming the streets. Fun for all ages.
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Events Grammy Award-winning Texas rock trio Los Lonely Boys performs live at Legacy Hall, Plano's premier indoor/outdoor music and food hall venue. Known for their signature Texican rock sound.
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Faith Monthly family-friendly gathering hosted by St. Mark the Evangelist parish where parishioners and guests meet with priests for conversation, questions about the Catholic faith, and community fellowship over food and drinks. Held on the last Wednesday of each month.
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Family Family-friendly fall program at Plano's historic farmstead where children experience hands-on farm life activities and seasonal fun. Part of the museum's ongoing educational programming series.
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Sports Halloween-themed 5K and 10K road race hosted by the Plano Pacers running club. Costumes encouraged; open to runners of all abilities.
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Sports Annual fall road race in Plano offering 10K, 5K, 1-mile, and kids run distances. A festive community race with a pumpkin theme, open to all ages and abilities.
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Faith Monthly First Friday Mass hosted by Knights of Columbus Council 7850 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, a devotional tradition honoring the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Open to all parishioners and visitors.
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Dining Sip and sample from 100-plus award-winning wines, explore fine spirits, and indulge in bites from Plano's top restaurants. Features live culinary demos from Lombardi Family Concepts chefs and unique local vendors.
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Sports Annual Veterans Day–weekend 5K honoring military service members and veterans, held in Plano. Open to runners and walkers of all levels.
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Faith Monthly meeting of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Men's Club held in Rooms 130A&B of the Faith Formation Center. A casual and inviting gathering for men of the parish focused on fellowship and community.
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Shopping One of the largest North Texas holiday shopping events, returning to the Plano Event Center for four days of festive retail. Features hundreds of vendors with gifts, décor, food, and specialty items.
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Shopping Free two-day market showcasing unique handcrafted holiday gifts including jewelry, handmade wood items, candles, soaps, tamales, jams, and more. Collin County seniors stock the Hip Hip for Gray booth with quilts, ornaments, and baby items.
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Family Annual holiday tree lighting at Legacy East featuring live music, a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, choir performances, and complimentary food and drink from area restaurants. A festive kickoff to the Plano holiday season.
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Sports Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K road race in Plano, a beloved community tradition for runners and walkers before the holiday feast. Open to all ages and abilities.
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Events The Plano Civic Chorus presents their annual holiday choral concert, filling the hall with festive choral music and holiday cheer. A beloved Plano performing arts tradition.
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Family Free family holiday festival in historic Downtown Plano featuring photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, a snow slide, tree lighting ceremony at 7 PM, kids crafts, vendor village, coffee & cocoa walk, and a reading of The Polar Express at the Interurban Railway Museum.
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Sports Festive holiday-themed 5K and 10K road race in Plano, including a kids run. A fun December tradition for the local running community with holiday costumes encouraged.
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Events Annual downtown Plano Holiday Parade hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Plano, a charming community tradition. Break out the Santa hat and ugly sweater for this festive procession through the historic downtown district.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Family Plano's most beloved neighborhood holiday lights display, a community tradition for over 20 years. Drive or walk through streets decorated by residents with elaborate synchronized and themed light shows.
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Family One of DFW's most immersive haunted attractions, featuring elaborate theatrical sets, animatronics, state-of-the-art effects, and new rooms including Medusa's Lair and Strega Chamber. Special 'Chicken Nights' (Oct 15, Nov 1) run with no actors or animatronics — great for families with young children.
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Faith One of the largest Christmas pageants in the United States, featuring a 1,000+ member cast and choir, live orchestra, flying angels, live animals, and a Living Nativity. Tickets went on sale October 3; most performances sell out.
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Faith Monthly evening of Adoration, Reconciliation, and live music in the church, hosted by Seton Young Adults but open to all parishioners. A prayerful and musical encounter held on the first Wednesday of every month.
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Faith Fall youth programming at Resurrection Lutheran Church including RYOT (Resurrection Youth on Track) and RALLY gatherings for middle and high school students. Events focus on faith formation, fellowship, and community service.
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Faith Weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament beginning after the 8:30 AM Friday Mass and concluding with Benediction at 11:30 AM. A regular devotional opportunity open to all parishioners and visitors.
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