Visit DFW: March 6–9, 2026
Whether you’re craving festival energy, classic Texas nights, or family‑friendly fun, this weekend is a great time to get out and explore both sides of the Metroplex. Here’s a skimmable guide you can use on the Dallas Native Blog.
Dallas Highlights
Start your weekend on the Dallas side with big events and easy night‑out options.
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North Texas Irish Festival at Fair Park
One of the country’s largest Irish festivals, with live music, dance, dogs, kids’ activities, vendors, and plenty of food and drink. It’s an easy all‑day or half‑day outing for couples, friends, or families. -
Festival of Colors (Holi) & Spring Festivals
The Dallas‑area Festival of Colors brings music, dancing, food, and color throws for a high‑energy way to celebrate the season. It’s a fun, photo‑worthy option if you don’t mind getting a little messy. -
Live Music & Nightlife
From House of Blues and Deep Ellum clubs to neighborhood venues, you’ll find a full concert calendar this weekend. Build an evening around a show, then add dinner or late‑night dessert in Uptown, Downtown, or Deep Ellum. -
Comedy Night Out
Stand‑up shows around Dallas and Addison make for an easy date night: dinner first, then a comedy set so you’re not hunting for conversation topics after a long week.
Fort Worth Favorites
Plan at least one day or evening in Fort Worth to balance out your “Visit DFW” weekend.
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Fort Worth Stockyards & Rodeo
The Stockyards are always a solid choice: brick streets, Western shops, live music, and the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at Cowtown Coliseum. It’s still one of the best “this is Texas” experiences for visitors and locals alike. -
Cars, Concerts, and Sports
Depending on the schedule, you may find a car show, a home game, or a major concert on the Fort Worth side. It’s easy to pair a show or game with dinner in the Stockyards or Sundance Square. -
Evening in Sundance Square
For something more low‑key, grab dinner on the square, walk the brick streets under the string lights, and add a show or live music if you want to stretch the night.
Family‑Friendly Ideas
Layer in a couple of kid‑friendly stops so everyone gets something they love.
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Daytime at Fair Park or Local Museums
Combine the North Texas Irish Festival or other Fair Park events with a museum visit or playground time to keep younger kids engaged. -
Parks, Trails, and Neighborhood Exploring
On a mild March day, plan a walk on a local trail, a playground stop, or a neighborhood stroll with coffee or ice cream. Think Klyde Warren Park, White Rock Lake, the Katy Trail, or one of your favorite suburban green spaces.
How to Use This Weekend Guide
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Plan one Dallas‑focused day (festival, live music, or comedy) and one Fort Worth‑focused day (Stockyards, rodeo, or a show) so it feels like a true “Visit DFW” weekend without getting on a plane.
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Leave one flexible block open for brunch, coffee, or trying a new neighborhood you haven’t explored yet.
Event links, dates, and ticket details for everything mentioned can be found on the Dallas Native Blog – link in bio.
Event Links
Here are example links you can plug in and then adjust as needed to match the exact events you’re featuring this weekend:
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North Texas Irish Festival – Fair Park
https://www.ntif.org -
Dallas‑area Festival of Colors (Holi)
https://www.festivalofcolor.com (or your chosen DFW Holi event page) -
Dallas live music calendar (House of Blues / Deep Ellum as anchors)
https://www.houseofblues.com/dallas/concert-events
https://www.dallasobserver.com/music -
Dallas‑area comedy clubs (for weekend lineups)
https://www.improvtx.com/addison
https://hyenascomedyclub.com -
Fort Worth Stockyards & Stockyards Championship Rodeo
https://www.fortworthstockyards.org
https://cowtowncoliseum.com -
Fort Worth events (concerts, sports, car shows)
https://www.fortworth.com/events