What: Mavs Run This Town 5K
When: Thu. Sept. 7th @ 5:30PM
Where: Victory Park
2200 Victory Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: The 2017 Mavs Run This Town 5K presented by Gatorade benefiting the Mavs Foundation will include a redesigned, USAT&F certified, fast, flat 5K course through Victory Park and the Design District and post-race party on Victory Plaza. Participants will receive entry into the Mavs Run This Town 5K presented by Gatorade benefiting the Mavs Foundation and access to the post race party featuring the DJ Poizon Ivy, a custom event t-shirt, and a ticket to an upcoming 2017-2018 Dallas Mavericks Game.
What: Texas Ballet Theater presents Beauty and the Beast
When: Thu. Sept. 7th – Sun. Sept. 10th @ 7:30PM & 1:00PM
Where: Winspear Opera House
2403 Flora St., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: A malevolent curse transforms a prince into a frightful beast until a magical red rose kindles a romance.
What: Formula Drift
When: Fri. Sept. 8th – Sat. Sept. 9th @11:00AM – 10:00PM
Where: Texas Motor Speedway
3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76117
Why: Formula Drift is two days of tire-melting, side-by-side mayhem on the infield road course.
What: Oktober Craft Beer Festival
When: Fri. Sept. 8th – Sun. Sept. 10th @5:00PM (Fri) and 12:00PM (Sat & Sun)
Where: Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
970 Garden Park Dr., Allen, TX 75013
Why: The second annual Craft Beer Festival, presented by The Lion & Crown Pub, features more than 20 Oktoberfest beers from area craft brewers, live music, arts vendors, children’s art activities, food and festival activities on The Green at Watters Creek. Local breweries participating include Samuel Adams, Deep Ellum, Lakewood, Nine Bands, Franconia, Tupps and Community.
What: Dallas Chocolate Festival
When: Fri. Sept. 8th – Sun. Sept. 10th @7:00PM (Fri) and 9:30AM (Sat)
Where: Fashion Industry Gallery
1807 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: The Dallas Chocolate Festival kicks off on Friday night with a circus-themed Midway Party and Chocolate Cake Walk featuring 30 gourmet cakes from popular Dallas eateries. On Saturday and Sunday, sample and shop chocolates, pastries and specialty foods from chocolate makers, chocolatiers and artisans, locally recognized and from across the United States. Free demonstrations and classes throughout the days.
What: Gilbert Gottfried
When: Fri. Sept. 8th – Sun. Sept. 10th @ 7:300PM and 9:30PM
Where: The Improv (Addison)
4980 Belt Line Rd. #250, Dallas, TX 75254
Why: At the young age of 15, Gilbert Gottfried began doing stand-up at open mike nights in New York City, after a few short years, became known around town as “the comedian’s comedian.” After spending several years mastering the art of stand-up comedy, producers of the legendary NBC late night comedy show Saturday Night Live became aware of Gottfried and, in 1980, hired him as a cast member. In 2017, “Gilbert” the documentary about Gilbert Gottfried premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film peeks behind the larger-than-life persona at a more personal story about growing up in Brooklyn and becoming a husband and father late in life. “Gilbert” premiers on Hulu, fall 2017.
What: Arts and Autos Extravaganza
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 9:00AM- 3:00PM
Where: Denton Courthouse Square
110 W. Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201
Why: Check out hot rods, classic and custom cars, trucks and even motorcycles at Denton Main Street Association’s 18th annual Arts & Autos. Festival-goers can enjoy an array of activities in the Downtown Denton Square and beyond. There will be hands-on arts & crafts and games, Chalk Fest and live music.
What: Pickups-N-Panels Classic Car and Truck Show
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 10:00AM- 3:00PM
Where: Farmers Branch Historical Park
2540 Farmers Branch Ln., Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Why: Pickups-N-Panels, a family oriented classic Chevy and GMC Truck Club, hosts its 18th annual show to raise money for VeteranHelp.org and the American Cancer Society. In addition to the classic vehicles on display, the day includes a variety of food, a bounce house, games, door prizes, auction and raffles
What: Etsy Dallas Craft Party
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 2:00PM- 4:30PM
Where: Mudhen Meat and Greens
900 S. Harwood St., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: Local craft collective Etsy Dallas hosts a craft party at Mudhen Meat and Greens at the Dallas Farmers Market. Have fun making either earrings, pendants and pompom keychains. Admission is free.
What: Latino Heritage Festival
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 6:00PM- 10:00PM
Where: DeSoto Civic Center
211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto, TX 75115
Why: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage at this festival of music and food. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music by Tierra and Havana NRG, food, vendors marketplace, and fun activities for the family.
What: Dallas Observer Brewfest
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 7:00PM- 10:00PM
Where: Dallas Farmers Market
1010 S. Pearl Expwy., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: Join Dallas Observer as we celebrate the 7th Annual BrewFest presented by Whole Food Market. Brew Fest is an outdoor beer-sampling event and festival that will feature more than 500 beers from around the globe, food vendors and music. Twelve 2-ounce beer samples are included in the ticket price.
What: ZZ Top
When: Sat. Sept. 9th @ 8:00PM
Where: Pavilion at the Music Factory
Hwy 114 at Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039
Why: ZZ TOP’s music is always instantly recognizable, eminently powerful, profoundly soulful and 100% Texas American in derivation. The band’s support for the blues is unwavering both as interpreters of the music and preservers of its legacy. They have sold millions of records over the course of their career, have been officially designated as Heroes of The State of Texas, have been referenced in countless cartoons and sitcoms and are true rock icons but, against all odds, they’re really just doing what they’ve always done.
What: Plano Bridal Show
When: Sun. Sept. 10th @ 12:00PM – 5:00PM
Where: Plano Event Center
2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano, TX 75074
Why: Plan your dream wedding at this upscale bridal show with access wedding business pros, a fashion show, tips on new wedding trends, door prizes and giveaways.
What: Bow-Wow Luau
When: Sun. Sept. 10th @ 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Where: Hawaiian Falls Water Park (The Colony)
4400 Paige Rd., The Colony, TX 75056
Why: The Bow-Wow Luau returns for another great year at Hawaiian Falls The Colony. Dive in with your best canine friend and enjoy doggie swims, contests, games, and prizes. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Colony Animal Shelter Injured Animal Fund. Concessions will be available for purchase
What: RoboCop with Peter Weller LIVE from OCP Headquarters
When: Sun. Sept. 10th @ 7:30PM – 11:00PM
Where: Dallas City Hall
1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201
Why: Alamo Drafthouse is marking the 30th anniversary of RoboCop, Paul Verhoeven’s wild cybernetic vision of future of law enforcement, with a once-in-a-lifetime livestream event broadcast from the real OCP Headquarters shooting location: Dallas City Hall. Peter Weller will be there in person for a conversation and Q&A that’ll get beamed into RoboCop Movie Party screenings across the country. Get ready for the ultimate RoboCop experience, with OCP-approved photo ops, food trucks, full bars with robo-cocktails and the opportunity to watch the film at the site of RoboCop and ED-209’s final showdown.
What: Dallas Cowboys Season Opener Watch Party
When: Sun. Sept. 10th @ 7:30PM
Where: Granada Theater
3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75206
Why: Join us for a FREE season opening watch party as our Cowboys take on the NY Giants. This event is 21+. Beer specials available at the event + nachos/wings for purchase. Seating is first come, first served
