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J A N U A R YTexas Rangers Fan Fest | Arlington The official annual winter warm-up of the Texas Rangers. This event features autograph sessions from top players, tours of the clubhouse, games and activities for kids of all ages, and interaction with past, current and future stars of the Texas Rangers. texas.rangers.mlb.com

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo | Fort Worth Enjoy various livestock shows and professional rodeo thrills. fwssr.com

F E B R U A R YMardis Gras Texas Style | Dallas All of the food, fun and flavor of Mardi Gras, plus 28 of the hottest Texas Country Music acts. mardigrasdfw.com

Cowtown Marathon | Fort Worth There’s a race distance for everyone including the Cook Children’s 5K, Adults 5K and 10K on Saturday and the Ultra Marathon presented by Miller Lite, Marathon and Half Marathon. cowtownmarathon.org

M A R C HDallas St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Dallas“The Largest St. Patrick’s Parade in the Southwest”. A procession of floats and marchers make this festive Irish celebration a big draw for huge crowds who line the streets decked out in green. facebook.com/DallasStPatricksParade

Big Texas Beer Fest | Dallas A celebration of craft brews from all over the world, as well as Texas’ growing craft beer culture. bigtexasbeerfest.com

Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival | Fort Worth A four day eating-and-sipping extravaganza. fortworthfoodandwinefestival.com

Texas Pinball Festival | Frisco More than 400 pinball machines, classic video games and other game room goodies set up on free play for everyone to enjoy the entire weekend! texaspinball.com

A P R I LLone Star 1/2 Marathon & Mayor’s 5k | Arlington A competitive running event for people of mixed abilities. shearacingllc.com

Dallas Cowboys Draft Day Party | Arlington Get close to the drafting action with live draft feed, war room footage, autographs and more! dallascowboys.com

Deep Ellum Art Festival | DallasSix blocks of Main Street in the Deep Ellum entertainment district will be transformed into a street festival that features hundreds of decorative and visual artists as well as musicians on four different stages. deepellumartsfestival.com

Edgefest | Frisco102.1 The Edge‘s annual music festival top hits and cold beer. kdge.com

ChocolateFest | Grapevine Enjoy great wine, wonderful art creations, live music, and outstanding chocolate! chocolatefestgrapevine.org

Arts in Bloom | McKinneyExperience the magic of McKinney's historic shopping district with art, music, food and more! mckinneytexas.org

M AYTaste Addison | AddisonTaste Addison delivers the tastiest eateries with the best music at Addison Circle Park. tasteaddisontexas.com

Texas Scottish Festival & Highland Games | ArlingtonRenowned for its outstanding entertainment, the Festival hosts top Scottish musicians, professional athletes, and champion highland dancers. texasscottishfestival.com

Dallas International Guitar Festival | Dallas A rockin’ gathering of guitar dealers, manufacturers, collectors, celebrities and music enthusiasts! guitarshow.com

Elm Street Music & Tattoo Fest | Dallas A celebration of the art of body modification and unapologetic rock and punk music. elmstreettattoomusicfest.com

Wildflower! Art & Music Festival | RichardsonAn eclectic celebration of visual and performing arts with events and activities for all ages! wildflowerfestival.com

The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is a 23-day extravaganza, offering a unique atmosphere rich in tradition and history. Tarrant County's largest annual event attracts more than one million visitors each year. The nation's oldest livestock show features over 22,000 head of world-class livestock on exhibit. The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is home of the World's Original Indoor Rodeo®. Visit www.fwssr.com for more info.

RO D EOThere’s a variety of great rodeos to see, showcasing the diverse heritage and history of rodeo and the western way of life! Rodeos include the Best of the West, Best of Mexico, Cowboys of Color, Bull’s Night Out, Super Shootout, and PRCA Rodeo!

Best of the WestAuthentic ranch cowboys will compete in events that have aspects of traditional ranch work. Ranch Vet, Double Mugging, Stock Sorting, Bronc Riding and Wild Cow Milking are all in a days work for these cowboys.

Best of Mexico CelebraciónExperience centuries of Mexican tradition and artistry, from rodeo events to musical entertainment to dancing exhibitions. You’ll see cowboys show off their expertise at bronc riding, bull riding and reining, and watch professional trick ropers and riders dazzle the audience with their skills.

Bulls’ Night Out Each night 40 of the toughest PRCA Bull Riders will take their shot at an 8 second ride on some of the rankest bulls around to earn nightly championships.

AU C T I O NOne of the many missions of the legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is to promote continuing improvement in the breeding, raising and marketing of livestock and to encourage the pursuit of excellence generally throughout the livestock and agriculture industries. The connection with the livestock industry has been strong since the beginning when a group of cattlemen gathered on the banks of Marine Creek for the first Fort Worth Stock Show over a century ago.

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J U N EAddison Summer Series | AddisonPack a picnic for Addison’s annual Summer Series. Spend your Saturday nights in June, July and August soaking up FREE live music from a variety of genres or enjoying a family-friendly movie. addisontexas.net

Taste of Dallas | DallasTaste of Dallas is a culinary event that promises full plates and full stomachs. The three-day festival host over 70 indoor and outdoor restaurants along with inspiring art and music that gets you moving. tasteofdallas.org

Rockin’ the River - Live on the Trinity | Fort WorthTube the Trinity River or bring a blanket and chairs and enjoy free concerts every Thursday. pantherislandpavilion.com

J U LYKaboom Town | AddisonThe largest fireworks display in the metroplex, with over 1,500 lbs of Fireworks plus an air show! addisontexas.net

Liberty By The Lake | The ColonyCelebrate America’s freedom with family fun at The Colony! libertybythelake.com

Asian Film Festival of Dallas | DallasThis festival is dedicated to celebrating and supporting emerging and established Asian and Asian-American

filmmakers and sharing the rich diversity of Asian culture through the medium of cinema. asianfilmdallas.com

Fair Park Fourth | DallasCelebrate America with family fun in Fair Park at the City of Dallas’ official Independence Day celebration. fairpark.org

Frisco Freedom Fest | FriscoDon't miss your once-in-a-year chance to celebrate our nation's birthday with fantastic food, great music and aaahhh-worthy fireworks! friscofreedomfest.org

Stars & Stripes | SouthlakeA star-spangled celebration kicked off with patriotic music, followed by crafts, games, food and more! visitsouthlaketexas.com

A U G U S TNorth Texas Fair & Rodeo | Denton9 exciting nights of hot country music, top notch rodeos, livestock shows, shopping, food and more! ntfair.com

DFW Restaurant Week | DFW MetroplexDine out, discover new eats and give back to the community. The summer’s hottest food event! dfwrestaurantweek.com

S E P T E M B E RAddison Oktoberfest | AddisonNamed one of the country's most authentic Oktoberfest celebrations by Forbes and USA Today, Addison Oktoberfest features four days of family-oriented entertainment. German entertainers in authentic costumes perform traditional Bavarian folk dances, schuhplattling, oompah music, sing-a-longs, yodels and more. addisontexas.net

Dallas Pride | DallasWatch the city of Dallas, Texas, come alive with the vibrant celebration that is Dallas Pride. Loud, proud and loaded with events, Dallas Pride provides a weekend chock-full of parties, performances and a fabulous parade. dallaspride.org

Autumn at the Arboretum | DallasNamed one of "America's Best Pumpkin Festivals". dallasarboretum.org

Grapefest | GrapevineGrapeFest is the place to discover and try new wines and even rediscover some of your favorite varietals. Along with celebrating the fruit of the vine, this four-day annual festival offers a variety of activities and events to discover. grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest

Plano Balloon Festival | PlanoFor three days in September each year, the sky of Plano, Texas, is filled with hot air balloons as part of the Plano Balloon Festival. This action-packed weekend features a slew of family-friendly entertainment such as live concerts, skydiving performances and a large kid’s zone. planoballoonfest.org

Southlake Oktoberfest | SouthlakeTake a stroll in Southlake's beautiful Town Square while looking at the unique, handcrafted arts and crafts booths. There’s great food,live entertainment, and fun for the whole family. oktoberfestsouthlake.com

O C T O B E RPutts & Pumpkins | Allen, The Colony & DallasTopgolf's Annual KidZone Halloween Party. Costumes encouraged! topgolf.com

Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest | ArlingtonIt's a spooky time of year as zombies and ghouls take over the park. Enjoy thrills and activities for the whole family throughout the day and come back for a truly frightening evening of fun after the sun goes down. frightfest.sixflags.com/overtexas

State Fair of Texas | DallasA 24-day showcase of entertainment, exhibits and competition, in historic Fair Park, a 277-acre complex recognized for its beautiful landscaping and unique collection of art deco architecture. bigtex.com

Scare on the Square | McKinneyEnjoy hayrides, treats and a safe, secure, family-fun Halloween event. Historic Downtown is closed off for trick-or-treaters to cross the street safely and go shop-to-shop for goodies. mckinneytexas.org

The State Fair of Texas has something for everyone. With hundreds of shows, attractions and more than 400,000 square feet of Auto Show and exhibit space, the State Fair offers hours of entertainment included in the price of your admission. And did we mention the amazing food and the Midway? Visit www.bigtex.com for more info!

F U NAll included in the price of admission, the State Fair of Texas has more than 100 FREE daily performances. Everything from acrobats and Ronald McDonald to featured artists on the Chevy Main Stage. With that many daily performances, you are sure to have a great time at the Fair.

Stock ShowThe State Fair of Texas is a celebration of Texas culture. And there is no place better to learn about agriculture and Texas heritage than a walk through the Livestock barns. Each year more than 5,200 students participate in the youth events and leadership contests. But you don’t have to show an animal in a livestock contest to enjoy this piece of the State Fair. Check the daily schedule for contest times and come and support these students as they learn and earn money for college.

Pan-Am ArenaThe Pan-Am Arena is home to three of the Fair’s most popular attractions. Jump! The Ultimate Dog Show is a demonstration of skills and agility of man’s best friend. Pig Races allow fairgoers to cheer on a favorite piglet in exciting races. Ostrich Races feature lanky contenders running neck and neck against each other.

Chevy Main StageOne of the cornerstones at the State Fair of Texas is live entertainment. Fairgoers enjoy a variety of concerts on the Chevy Main Stage, which showcases regional music groups of all genres and featured acts on the weekends. All performances on the Chevy Main Stage are included in State Fair admission.

FO O DIt’s impossible to come to the State Fair of Texas and not enjoy amazing food. It is the Fried Food Capital of Texas after all. In addition to turkey legs, corny dogs and other fried inventions, the State Fair has daily cooking demonstrations in the Celebrity Kitchen and culinary competitions. Be sure to mark the Creative Arts building on your map and stop by to check out these fun events.

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N O V E M B E RSundance Square Tree Lighting | Fort WorthCelebrate the start of the holiday season with the lighting of a beautiful, live, 59-foot tall Christmas Tree. Sing-a-long to holiday carols and enjoy a hot chocolate before a visit with Saint Nick , himself! sundancesquare.com

Beaujolais & Beyond Wine Festival | IrvingA unique evening of wine, delicious food and joie de vivre! faccdallas.com

D E C E M B E RTexas Christkindl Market | ArlingtonOne of the largest open-air holiday markets in the Southwest! Nestled next to Globe Life Park, this family-friendly market features a unique shopping experience for gifts and holiday decorations along with authentic German cuisine, holiday beverages, live entertainment, children’s activities, and much more! txchristkindlmarket.com

Old Fashioned Christmas | CarroltonVictorian Carolers stroll the grounds of the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum, spreading holiday cheer. Guides provide informal tours of the home decorated for the season. Children can make an old-fashioned Christmas tree ornament in the enlarged and expanded craft tent, and enjoy homemade style cookies and hot chocolate. cityofcarrollton.com

12 Days of Christmas | DallasCelebrate the holidays like never before with this centerpiece exhibit featuring an elaborate collection of 25-foot Victorian gazebos filled with the charming costumed characters and whimsical animals made famous by the beloved Christmas carol. dallasarboretum.org

Christmas in the Stockyards | Fort WorthA free holiday event centered on western heritage activities that the entire family can enjoy. fortworthstockyards.org

Christmas on Main | GrapevineStep back in time this season at Christmas on Main, with the beautiful backdrop of the Victorian-style buildings dressed up with ribbons, bows and wreaths and set aglow with twinkling lights! grapevinetexasusa.com

Home for the Holidays . . . A McKinney Christmas | McKinneyDowntown McKinney’s premier festival! It's a new spin on an old favorite with horse-drawn carriages, traveling carolers, visits with Santa Claus, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and activities for all ages. mckinneytexas.org

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