January

KidFilm Festival
214-821-6300

Annual event showcasing international film and videos for kids! This is the largest and oldest event of its kind. It’s fun and educational with a variety of animated works of children’s art and more.

Martin Luther King Birthday Parade
214-670-8355

Join the march through the downtown streets of Dallas, TX and celebrate the achievements and life of the great civil rights leader.

Cotton Bowl at Fair Park
214-634-7525

Annual New Year’s Day pig skin classic that all college football fans enjoy! The festivities are lively and are sure to keep you entertained – luncheons, conferences, and a parade – are just as popular as the game!

Texas Home & Garden Show
800-654-1480

Find out and explore the latest in homes, gardens, patios and so much more in true Texas style.

February

Dallas Autorama
248-293-1700

Get your wheels spinning, from vintage to modern a variety of cars can be seen at the Dallas Market Hall in mid-February.

Golden Gloves Tournament
888-445-5397

From all over the nation the best up and coming boxers get in the ring to find out who is the best amateur at this more than 70 year old event.

Russian Festival
214-503-8435

Make you way to SMU's McFarlin Auditorium and experience the diversity and tradition of the Russian culture through ballet, music, and art.

West End's Mardi Gras Parade
214-741-7180

Who will be the be the King and Queen of Mardi Gras? Grab you beads and head to the west End Historic District to find out at this annual parade.

March

Dallas Bloom, Dallas Arboretum Botanical Society
214-327-4901

Make your way to a gorgeous spring sight with more than 300,000 spring-blooming bulbs and 20,000 flowering azaleas at this annual floral spectacular.

North Texas Irish Festival
972-943-4624

Rub your blarney stone and make you way to Fair Park for cultural events, storytellers, street performers, vendors, and lots of exhibits.

Greenville Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade
214-757-9000

This annual parade has been thrilling patrons for many years and this green tradition continues each year in Dallas.

Savor Dallas
866-277-7920

More than 50 top chefs and 500 fine wines will temp your taste buds at this annual event featuring a Wine Stroll in the Arts District, celebrity chef cooking demos and wine tasting seminars with those that know best.

April

Deep Ellum Arts Festival
214-855-1881

Three days full of free concerts and artists along with great food and beverages for your enjoyment. Enjoy the Pet Parade, street performers, and an assortment of cuisine!

USA Film Festival
214-821-6300

Only the best and brightest are showcased at this festival of American cinema! Observe international filmmakers while they congregate for film screenings and discussions about motion pictures. This is a wonderful experience for movie buffs and novices alike!

Earthfest
214-744-4819

Celebrate our wonderful world with live entertainment and educational exhibits that teach about clean air, recycling, hybrid cars, clean water, smart grown and mass transit.

Prairie Dog Chili Cookoff
972-647-2331

Get you spoons and crackers ready! Hundreds of chili cooks from across the state and surrounding states gather to battle for the prize of the best chili in Texas and you can help them decide.

May

Annual Folklorico
972-788-0604

Celebrate the Folklorico traditions of Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe and Asia with live performances, food, music, workshops and classes and loads of fun.

Artfest
214-670-8400

If you find yourself in Dallas over Memorial Day weekend then make your way to Fair Park where more than 300 artist from across the nation gather to present their works, the food is scrumptious and the music exciting.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration
972-785-4000

In 1862 Mexico was victorious over France and still today there are celebrations. Dallas is no different featuring thrilling carnival rides, live entertainment and yummy food.

June

Antique Auto Swap Meet
972-647-2331

Buy, sell, trade and swap at this annual event featuring more than 1000 vendors featuring antique cars and collectibles.

June/July

Shakespeare in the Park
214-559-2778

This non-profit annual event is the second oldest in the U.S.A. and lasts through the end of July. Most performances can be seen in an outdoor setting where you can bring your own picnic so you can eat while you enjoy the show!

July

Taste of Dallas
214-741-7185

Food connoisseurs will love this annual extravaganza! There will be an array of restaurants and retail booths offering an assortment of tasty treats for you to enjoy! Lots of entertainment for the entire family!

Old Fashioned Forth of July
214-421-5141

There is no better way to celebrate this historic tradition that the old fashioned way with brass bands, barbecue, pony rides and a parade.

August

Partyfest
214-652-4300

Want to find out how to plan the best party in the Dallas area? Many DJ's, caterers and other party suppliers will be on hand at the Dallas Convention Center to give you the best in decorations, food and theme ideas.

Texas International Blues Festival
214-823-3966

Patrons and musicians from Texas and around the country gather for two days at Sons of Hermann Hall for a blues event that is sure to knock your socks off.

September

Greek Festival of Texas
972-991-1166

Spend the day tasting authentic Greek food, touring the beautiful facilities, and then dance the night away while listening to wonderful Greek music during this annul event.

State Fair of Texas
214-565-9931

Annual event that includes amusement rides, livestock shows, contests, art, musical events, films, and more! Enjoy the unique food and beverages offered too!

Dallas Dance Festival
972-929-4500

For two evenings patrons can enjoy emerging and professional dance companies showing off their moves in the Dallas Art District.

Texas Heritage Crafts Heritage Crafts Festival
817-640-8900

Located at Six Flags Over Texas this old-fashioned fair features homemade crafts, food, music and pageantry.

ZestFest
866-844-0089

Food enthusiast can partake of cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, live music, interactive contest and tasty food samples.

October

Great Pumpkin Festival
214-515-6500

Daytime and evening activities abound at this Fall festival with the Tom Thumb Pumpkin Patch, Pumpkin House, Hay Bale Maze, Hay Rides and Costume Parades. This is a safe and unique environment to celebrate Halloween and it's fun for the whole family.

Boo at the Dallas Zoo
214-670-5650

Put on you Halloween costumes and head to the zoo for trick-or-treating on the wild side.

Fright Fest Pet Parade
817-640-8900

You will never see anything else like it at Six Flags Over Texas as puppies, pigs, cows, cats and other pets are transformed into goblins.

Screams The World's Largest Halloween Theme Park
972-938-3247

During the weekends of October patrons will find 50 acres of spooky Halloween fun with 8 main attractions, concerts, karaoke, games, rides and a separate children's area.

November

Interstate Batteries Texas Stampede
214-520-8874

Make you way to American Airlines Center to see performances by the biggest names in country music as well as the championship rodeo featuring saddle bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding.

December

Neiman Marcus – Adolphus Children’s Christmas Parade
214-456-8383

Call ahead to reserve bleacher seats at this annual festive event! Enjoy an array of holiday floats, activities, Christmas spirit and cheer! The downtown area comes alive during this season!

Other Events:

Scarborough Renaissance Festival
April-June
972-938-3247

Thirty miles south of Dallas in the town of Waxahachie you will find an annual festival full of 16th century English village life complete with brave knights and falconers, humorous jugglers, and eclectic jesters. More than 200 merchants set up shop with numerous entertainers in and around the event.

Cool Thursdays
May-July
214-515-6500

Annual performances that begin in May and end in July every Thursday evening at 7:30 pm performed on stage overlooking the beautiful White Rock Lake.

Trains at NorthPark
November-January
214-361-6345

More than 35 "0" gauge trains adorn the NorthPark Center as they run through the building and intrigue children and train lovers of all ages.