Visit DFW: September 11–14, 2026
September is rolling right along, and DFW has another packed weekend ahead! From major concerts and three days of fandom at FAN EXPO Dallas to art, culture, food, live music, comedy, and plenty of ways to explore North Texas, there’s something happening in every direction.
Whether you’re planning date night, getting the family out of the house, or looking for something completely different, here’s your Dallas Native guide to September 11–14.
Friday Night in DFW
Tim McGraw – Dos Equis Pavilion | Friday, September 11
Country fans, this one’s for you. Tim McGraw takes the stage at Dos Equis Pavilion Friday night for one of the biggest concerts of the weekend.
Grab dinner around East Dallas or Deep Ellum before the show and kick off the weekend with a night of live country music.
M.A.D.E. Dallas – Dallas Farmers Market | Friday, September 11
Spend Friday evening shopping local at M.A.D.E. Dallas.
The night market features local artists, handcrafted goods, vintage finds, clothing, food, drinks, and live entertainment. It’s an easy way to start the weekend while supporting Dallas makers and small businesses.
FAN EXPO Dallas – Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center | September 11–13
Comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, cosplay, and pop culture take over downtown Dallas for three days at FAN EXPO Dallas.
This year’s celebrity lineup includes Nicolas Cage, Mel Gibson, Elijah Wood, Karl Urban, Kiefer Sutherland, Charlie Sheen, Emilio Estevez, and more. The Lord of the Rings fans can also catch a special 25th-anniversary reunion featuring Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd.
Add panels, photo opportunities, autographs, Artist Alley, cosplay, anime experiences, and plenty of shopping, and this is easily one of the biggest events happening in Dallas this weekend.
Tina Friml – Dallas Comedy Club | Friday, September 11
Need a laugh? Head to Deep Ellum Friday night for comedian Tina Friml at Dallas Comedy Club.
Make a night of it with dinner nearby and a little time exploring Deep Ellum before or after the show.
Pecos & The Rooftops – Billy Bob’s Texas | Friday, September 11
Head west to the Fort Worth Stockyards for a Friday night at the World’s Largest Honky Tonk.
Pecos & The Rooftops take the stage at Billy Bob’s Texas, making this an easy excuse to grab dinner in the Stockyards, walk Exchange Avenue, and enjoy a true Fort Worth night out.
Saturday Adventures
Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival | September 12–13
Downtown Dallas turns into a celebration of music, art, food, and creativity Saturday and Sunday.
Spend some time exploring live performances, local artists, vendors, food, and entertainment while enjoying a weekend downtown.
This is a great option if you want an activity that gives you plenty to see without committing to just one thing.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration – Dallas Arboretum | Saturday, September 12
Celebrate Hispanic culture at the Dallas Arboretum with a day filled with music, food, entertainment, and the beloved Quinceañera Fashion Show.
The celebration offers both daytime and evening experiences, giving visitors a chance to enjoy the gardens while celebrating the traditions and vibrant culture of Hispanic Heritage Month.
AFRIMMA Music Fest – Annette Strauss Square | Saturday, September 12
African music, fashion, and culture take center stage Saturday at Annette Strauss Square in the Dallas Arts District.
AFRIMMA Music Fest celebrates African artists, entertainment, and culture right in the heart of downtown Dallas.
Viva Dallas 2026 – Dallas City Hall Plaza | Saturday, September 12
Celebrate Mexican culture and heritage at Viva Dallas, the city’s Mexican Independence celebration.
Head downtown for an evening filled with community, culture, entertainment, and the traditional Grito celebration.
Shaboozey – South Side Ballroom | Saturday, September 12
Shaboozey brings another major concert to Dallas Saturday night at South Side Ballroom.
If you’re looking for live music after a full day exploring downtown, this makes for a packed Saturday from beginning to end.
Dallas’ Best Tacos & Margaritas Tour | Saturday, September 12
Eat and sip your way around Dallas with a guided experience featuring tacos and margaritas from multiple stops around the city.
This one works especially well for a birthday outing, girls’ day, date, or group of friends looking for something different to do.
Sunday Around DFW
FAN EXPO Dallas – Final Day | Sunday, September 13
Sunday is your final chance to experience FAN EXPO Dallas.
Catch the panels and celebrity appearances you missed, shop Artist Alley, check out the costumes, and squeeze in those final photos before the convention wraps up.
Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival – Final Day | Sunday, September 13
The Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival continues Sunday.
If Saturday was already booked, Sunday gives you another chance to enjoy live music, art, local vendors, food, and the creative energy of downtown Dallas.
Deep Ellum BBQ, Burgers & Blues Tour | Sunday, September 13
Experience one of Dallas’ most recognizable neighborhoods through its food and music.
The Deep Ellum BBQ, Burgers & Blues Tour combines Texas flavors with neighborhood history for a fun way to explore an area you may think you already know.
Dallas Farmers Market
Slow down Sunday morning with coffee, brunch, and local shopping at the Dallas Farmers Market.
Browse The Shed, pick up fresh produce, check out local makers, and grab lunch before heading to your Sunday afternoon plans.
Fort Worth Stockyards
Sunday is also a great day to head west and play tourist in the Fort Worth Stockyards.
Explore the shops, restaurants, and historic district, catch the Fort Worth Herd cattle drive, and enjoy a little Texas history before grabbing dinner.
Monday, September 14
Make It a Museum Monday
After a busy weekend, Monday is perfect for slowing things down indoors.
Visit the Dallas Museum of Art, Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Nasher Sculpture Center, or another Dallas cultural favorite and spend a few hours exploring at your own pace.
Soccer: More Than a Game – Perot Museum
Soccer fans can check out Soccer: More Than a Game at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
The interactive exhibition explores the science, culture, and worldwide impact of the sport and is a fun option for families and soccer fans alike.
Reunion Tower at Sunset
Wrap up the weekend with a view.
Head to Reunion Tower’s GeO-Deck around sunset for panoramic views across Dallas and a chance to see the skyline light up as evening begins.
How to Use This Weekend Guide
Friday is packed with choices: catch Tim McGraw, shop local at M.A.D.E. Dallas, laugh at Dallas Comedy Club, head to Billy Bob’s, or dive into the first night of FAN EXPO Dallas.
Saturday may be even busier. Explore the Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival, celebrate Hispanic heritage at the Dallas Arboretum, experience AFRIMMA Music Fest or Viva Dallas, eat your way through a taco tour, and finish the night with Shaboozey.
Sunday gives you another chance to experience FAN EXPO and the Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival, or slow things down with the Dallas Farmers Market, Deep Ellum, or a trip to the Fort Worth Stockyards.
Then keep Monday easy with a museum, the Perot Museum’s soccer exhibition, or sunset views from Reunion Tower.
However you spend it, there’s plenty happening across DFW September 11–14. Get out and explore!
Event Links
Tim McGraw – Dos Equis Pavilion
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
M.A.D.E. Dallas – Dallas Farmers Market
https://dallasfarmersmarket.org/
FAN EXPO Dallas – Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center
https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpodallas/
Tina Friml – Dallas Comedy Club
https://dallas-comedyclub.com/
Pecos & The Rooftops – Billy Bob’s Texas
https://billybobstexas.com/events/
Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Hispanic Heritage Celebration – Dallas Arboretum
https://www.dallasarboretum.org/hispanic-heritage-celebration/
AFRIMMA Music Fest – Annette Strauss Square
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Viva Dallas 2026 – Dallas City Hall Plaza
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Shaboozey – South Side Ballroom
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Dallas’ Best Tacos & Margaritas Tour
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/weekend-picks/
Deep Ellum BBQ, Burgers & Blues Tour
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/weekend-picks/
Dallas Farmers Market
https://dallasfarmersmarket.org/
Fort Worth Stockyards
https://www.fortworthstockyards.org/
Dallas Museum of Art
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Reunion Tower GeO-Deck
More Dallas Events
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/