Visit DFW: October 23–26, 2026
Your Dallas Native Weekend Guide to Dallas, Fort Worth & Beyond
Halloween is almost here, and DFW is packed with exciting things to do! From Ed Sheeran at AT&T Stadium and the Dallas Halloween Block Party to Oktoberfest, Día de los Muertos celebrations, college football, and family-friendly fall festivities, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
Whether you’re planning a date night, a family outing, or a weekend with friends, here’s your Dallas Native guide to October 23–26!
Friday, October 23
Seth Meyers Live – Music Hall at Fair Park
Kick off the weekend with a night of comedy! Late-night host Seth Meyers brings his stand-up performance to Music Hall at Fair Park at 8 p.m. Grab dinner before the show and enjoy a fun night out in Dallas.
Vince Staples – South Side Ballroom
Hip-hop fans can catch Vince Staples on his Cry Baby Tour at South Side Ballroom at 8 p.m. Friday. It’s a great way to start the weekend with live music.
Charlie Berens – Majestic Theatre
Comedian Charlie Berens brings The Lost and Found Tour to the historic Majestic Theatre at 7 p.m. Make it a downtown Dallas date night with dinner and a show.
Oak Cliff Art Walk – East Dock | October 23–24
Explore local art and creativity at the sixth annual Oak Cliff Art Walk! This free event transforms the historic East Dock warehouse into a gallery showcasing local artists, organizations, and vendors.
Friday’s festivities begin at 6 p.m., with additional opportunities to browse and shop on Saturday.
Halloween Paint Party – Omni Dallas Hotel
Get into the Halloween spirit with a festive painting experience at Omni Dallas Hotel from 7–9 p.m.
Enjoy downtown views while creating your own Halloween-inspired artwork. Artist-led instruction and painting supplies are included, with food and beverages available for purchase.
David Lee Murphy – Billy Bob’s Texas
Head to the Fort Worth Stockyards for a classic Texas Friday night! Country music artist David Lee Murphy takes the stage at Billy Bob’s Texas at 10 p.m.
Spend the evening exploring the Stockyards, grabbing dinner, and enjoying live country music.
Saturday, October 24
Ed Sheeran – AT&T Stadium | Arlington
One of the biggest concerts of the weekend is happening in Arlington!
Ed Sheeran takes over AT&T Stadium Saturday evening, with the event scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Make a night of it with dinner around Arlington’s Entertainment District before heading to the stadium.
Dallas Halloween Block Party – Cedar Springs Road
One of Dallas’ favorite Halloween traditions returns!
The Dallas Halloween Block Party transforms Cedar Springs Road into a massive costume celebration featuring live music, drag performances, a costume runway competition, and participating neighborhood venues.
This free event is for ages 18 and older, so grab your costume and get ready for a festive night in Oak Lawn.
Oktoberfest Dallas – Flag Pole Hill
Celebrate Oktoberfest near White Rock Lake!
Flag Pole Hill hosts Oktoberfest Dallas from 10 a.m.–10 p.m. with German-inspired food, beer, live music, family activities, and stein-holding competitions.
The festivities also feature a kids’ zone and a performance by Pat Green at 8:30 p.m. Admission is ticketed.
Día de los Muertos Festival – Latino Cultural Center
Celebrate the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos at the Latino Cultural Center from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
This free, family-friendly event features live music, folklórico dancing, Aztec dancers, local artisan vendors, sugar skull decorating, and a special exhibition of altars honoring loved ones.
Trick-or-Treating in the Park – Klyde Warren Park
Bring the kids and their costumes!
Klyde Warren Park hosts its annual Halloween celebration from 5–9 p.m. with trick-or-treating, games, costume contests, family activities, and an outdoor movie screening.
Admission is free, making this a great family outing in downtown Dallas.
Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs – American Airlines Center
Basketball fans can head to Victory Park as the Dallas Mavericks take on the San Antonio Spurs at 7 p.m.
Grab dinner nearby before the game and enjoy an exciting night of NBA basketball.
SMU vs. California & TCU vs. West Virginia – College Football
College football fans have two local matchups to choose from Saturday!
SMU hosts California at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, while TCU takes on West Virginia at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth. Both games are scheduled for 11 a.m.
Dallas Brew Festival – Old City Park
Beer enthusiasts can enjoy the Dallas Brew Festival at Old City Park, featuring more than 50 breweries, approximately 150 beers, food trucks, live music, and lawn games.
General admission runs from 1–4 p.m., with early entry available beginning at noon. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Hallowmoon Market – The Cedars
Enjoy a unique evening market celebrating Halloween and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival.
Hallowmoon Market takes place from 4–8 p.m. at Chimlanh & Sandwich Hag, featuring local artists, vendors, specialty foods, and craft beverages. Admission is free.
Sunday, October 25
Dallas Stars vs. New York Islanders – American Airlines Center
Hockey fans can catch the Dallas Stars taking on the New York Islanders Sunday at 5 p.m.
Make an afternoon of it with lunch around Victory Park before heading into American Airlines Center.
Boo at the Zoo – Fort Worth Zoo | Final Day
Sunday is your last chance to experience Boo at the Zoo!
The Fort Worth Zoo’s Halloween celebration features treat stations, festive entertainment, and animal adventures from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Halloween activities are included with zoo admission, making it a great family-friendly option.
Autumn at the Arboretum – Dallas Arboretum
Fall is in full color at the Dallas Arboretum!
This year’s Harvest Hues celebration features more than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash, along with elaborate pumpkin houses inspired by famous artists.
Enjoy a stroll through the gardens, take seasonal photos, and experience one of Dallas’ favorite fall traditions.
Sin Bandera – Toyota Music Factory
Latin pop duo Sin Bandera brings the US Escenas Tour to The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory Sunday evening at 7 p.m.
Enjoy dinner in Irving before heading to the concert.
Collect-A-Con – Dallas
Calling all collectors!
Collect-A-Con brings trading cards, anime, pop culture merchandise, and collectible vendors to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.
Whether you’re a serious collector or just enjoy browsing unique merchandise, there’s plenty to explore.
Pumpkin Nights – Howell Farms | Arlington
Experience Halloween in a whole new light!
Pumpkin Nights at Howell Farms features illuminated pumpkin displays, themed environments, and festive attractions.
Sunday’s event runs from 6–9:30 p.m., making it a fun evening outing for families and friends.
Dallas Farmers Market
Keep Sunday simple with brunch and shopping at the Dallas Farmers Market.
Browse local produce, artisan goods, seasonal finds, and specialty foods before grabbing lunch at The Market.
Monday, October 26
Little Adventurers – Dallas Arboretum
Looking for something fun to do with younger children?
The Dallas Arboretum hosts Little Adventurers from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Children’s Adventure Garden.
Pair the activities with a stroll through the pumpkin displays for a full morning of fall fun.
Autumn at the Arboretum – Final Week
The Arboretum’s fall celebration continues through November 1, so Monday is a great opportunity to explore the displays without the weekend crowds.
Enjoy the colorful gardens, elaborate pumpkin houses, and beautiful fall scenery from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Dallas College Cooks – A Tasteful Place
The Dallas Arboretum hosts Dallas College Cooks from 11 a.m.–noon at A Tasteful Place.
Enjoy a culinary demonstration and explore the gardens while you’re there. Check the Arboretum calendar for program and admission details.
Soccer: More Than a Game – Perot Museum
Spend Monday exploring the Perot Museum’s Soccer: More Than a Game exhibition, celebrating the world’s most popular sport through interactive displays and educational experiences.
Check museum hours and exhibition availability before visiting.
Reunion Tower at Sunset
End your extended weekend with one of the best views in Dallas!
Head to Reunion Tower’s GeO-Deck for panoramic views of downtown and watch the skyline light up as the sun sets. Reservations are recommended.
How to Use This Weekend Guide
Friday is all about entertainment! Choose between Seth Meyers, Vince Staples, Charlie Berens, the Oak Cliff Art Walk, or a Halloween painting experience downtown.
Saturday is packed with options. Catch Ed Sheeran in Arlington, celebrate Halloween on Cedar Springs, enjoy Oktoberfest at Flag Pole Hill, or take the kids trick-or-treating at Klyde Warren Park. Sports fans also have Mavericks basketball, SMU football, and TCU football.
Sunday brings more fall fun with Boo at the Zoo, Pumpkin Nights, Autumn at the Arboretum, Dallas Stars hockey, Sin Bandera, and the Dallas Farmers Market.
Then extend the weekend into Monday with family activities at the Arboretum, a museum visit, or beautiful sunset views from Reunion Tower.
However you spend it, October 23–26 is full of reasons to get out and explore DFW!
Event Links
Seth Meyers – Music Hall at Fair Park
https://www.fairparkdallas.com/
Vince Staples – South Side Ballroom
https://www.ticketmaster.com/
Charlie Berens – Majestic Theatre
https://majestic.dallasculture.org/
Oak Cliff Art Walk
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Halloween Paint Party – Omni Dallas Hotel
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/dallas
David Lee Murphy – Billy Bob’s Texas
https://billybobstexas.com/events/
Ed Sheeran – AT&T Stadium
https://attstadium.com/events/
Dallas Halloween Block Party
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Oktoberfest Dallas
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Día de los Muertos Festival – Latino Cultural Center
https://dallasculture.org/latino-cultural-center/
Trick-or-Treating in the Park – Klyde Warren Park
https://www.klydewarrenpark.org/
Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs
https://www.mavs.com/
SMU Football
https://smumustangs.com/
TCU Football
https://gofrogs.com/
Dallas Brew Festival
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Hallowmoon Market
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
Dallas Stars vs. New York Islanders
https://www.nhl.com/stars/
Boo at the Zoo – Fort Worth Zoo
https://www.fortworthzoo.org/
Autumn at the Arboretum
https://www.dallasarboretum.org/
Sin Bandera – Toyota Music Factory
https://www.thepaviliontmf.com/
Collect-A-Con
https://collectaconusa.com/
Pumpkin Nights – Howell Farms
https://www.pumpkinnights.com/
Dallas Farmers Market
https://dallasfarmersmarket.org/
Little Adventurers & Dallas College Cooks
https://www.dallasarboretum.org/events-activities/calendar/
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
https://www.perotmuseum.org/
Reunion Tower GeO-Deck
https://reuniontower.com/
More Dallas Events
https://www.visitdallas.com/events/
More Fort Worth Events
https://www.fortworth.com/events/
Event schedules and ticket availability are subject to change. Confirm details with organizers before attending.