Looking for something to do around Big D today? From live concerts and watch parties to family-friendly garden days, here’s your hand-picked list of 20 things happening right now in Dallas.
🎸 Music & Concerts
Place: Dos Equis Pavilion
Time: 7 PM
Catch Twenty One Pilots with special guest Dayglow on their Breach 2025 world tour — high-energy alt-pop with arena vibes.
Place: House of Blues, 2200 N Lamar St
Time: Doors 6 PM · Show 7 PM
Post-hardcore legends Thrice hit the stage tonight with new material and old favorites.
Place: Sundown at Granada, Greenville Ave
Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM
A local favorite Monday mic for poets, singers, and dreamers — come perform or just vibe.
Place: Dan’s Silverleaf (Denton)
Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM
Free, no-cover showcase for original music — grab a drink and cheer on up-and-coming talent.
🎬 Film & Performing Arts
Place: Cosm Dallas (Trinity Groves)
Time: 12:30 PM
Step inside an immersive screening of The Matrix with 360° visuals and surround sound.
Place: Cosm Dallas
Time: 5:30 PM
Cirque du Soleil’s signature water show reimagined through mixed-reality projection.
Place: Cosm Dallas
Time: 4 PM
Digital art meets chill beats — the perfect pre-dinner immersive escape.
Place: Texas Theatre, Oak Cliff
Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
A night of indie horror flicks and cult classics for spooky-season lovers.
Place: Angelika Film Center Dallas
Time: 4 PM & 7 PM
Fritz Lang’s silent-era masterpiece returns to the big screen for film buffs.
Place: Cinépolis Victory Park + other theaters
Time: 12:15 PM · 3:30 PM · 6:45 PM · 10 PM
Step back into the Grid — Disney’s new sci-fi sequel is lighting up Dallas screens.
🏈 Sports & Watch Parties
Place: Dave & Buster’s, NW Highway
Time: 11 AM – Late
Big screens, wings, and giveaways all day for Monday-night football fans.
Place: The Revel Patio Grill, Frisco
Time: 6 PM
Free watch party with food specials and cold drinks — family-friendly atmosphere.
Place: Sidecar Social @ The Star District, Frisco
Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Join hosts Brad Sham & Nicole Hutchison plus Cowboys players for a live radio show.
🌿 Family & Outdoor
Place: Dallas Farmers Market
Time: 10 AM – 7 PM
Shop fresh produce, grab a drink, and enjoy local live music inside The Market.
Place: DeGolyer House, Dallas Arboretum
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Stunning wildlife art from Victor Mozqueda celebrating nature and Texas color.
Place: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Time: 9 AM – 5 PM
The pumpkin village returns with a Mexican-inspired twist — crafts, food, and live music.
Place: Children’s Adventure Garden, Dallas Arboretum
Time: 9 AM – 5 PM
Hands-on STEM fun for kids — outdoor labs, scavenger hunts, and garden games.
Place: Dallas Arboretum – Main Lawn
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Yoga, puppet shows, and storytime for parents and toddlers under the fall sun.
💼 Professional & Educational
Place: Dallas Country Club
Time: 8 AM – 9 AM
CARE Dallas’ annual community breakfast raising funds for addiction recovery programs.
Place: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
Time: 8 AM – 4 PM
A one-day interactive mock trial for nurses exploring real-world ethics and law in healthcare.
💬 Wrap-Up
Whether you’re hunting for live music, fresh air, or a good scare, Dallas is buzzing today.
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