How to Spend Labor Day Weekend 2026 in Dallas
Planning a road trip or staycation in Dallas for Labor Day? Follow our suggested itinerary for a memorable weekend in Dallas.
Updated August 2026
The weekend is here! Meet up with a few of your closest for an evening on a Dallas patio.
Our Top Patio Picks
Chelsea's Corner
This Uptown spot is excellent for classic American dishes like pizza, burgers, and shareable apps, accompanied by a revamped patio. Charcuterie board anyone?
Taqueria La Ventana
This funky, fast-casual taqueria lets you mix and match your favorite tacos while you sit and sip in style on their patio.
Lower Greenville
Stoll through Lower Greenville and you'll find quite a few rooftop and patio dining options along with MICHELIN Recommended restaurants.
You've heard of living on the edge, but how about swimming on the edge?
Visit The Joule
This cool boutique hotel features a unique, glass pool that hangs over the edge of the hotel, giving you incredible views of Downtown Dallas and The Eye, a 30-ft. gleaming sculpture found just across the street from the hotel. The pool is open to hotel guests seven days a week. Check out the Resort Pass before you visit.
The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) hosts the 8th Annual Riverfront Jazz Festival this Labor Day Weekend.
Dance to the Music
Enjoy a stellar roster of multi-genre performers spanning the gamut from jazz to pop, soul, R&B, blues, and neo-soul music. The 3-day festival is scheduled to take place from Friday, September 4, to Sunday, September 6, and will feature two main stages and one dedicated to promising young artists.
Take in the fresh air and spend the weekend outdoors!
Enjoy The Great Outdoors
Take your bike out to White Rock Lake for a ride around the park, then spend some time visiting the East Dallas neighborhood for an adventure in the city. Lunch and a walk down Lower Greenville sound good to us!
Discover some hidden gems for a fun adventure in the city. Lace up your best walking shoes and take in the city's notable icons and trails.
Take a stroll through one of Dallas' many art galleries and museums.
Experience Culture in Dallas
Check out the Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork exhibit at The Dallas Museum of Art. Reserve your tickets here. Don't miss an evening of live music, curated cocktails and bites and interactive art experiences at the museum during Late Night at the DMA on September 4, 2026!
Travel back in time at Destination: Dinosaurs on display at the Dallas Zoo, or head to the Frontiers of Flight Museum for a lesson on aviation and space flight. The museum offers a range of exhibits and educational programs suitable for all ages.
If you haven't visited the new Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, now's your time. The beautiful, state-of-the-art museum takes you on an interactive and immersive journey through a significant time in our history – it's a must-see experience.
Nothing says Labor Day Weekend like sun-bathing with a drink in hand.
Enjoy a Margarita
Soak up the last bit of summer and relax at a Dallas Hotel Pool, find a perfect rooftop restaurant, and sip on your favorite cocktail (a margarita, of course). Nothing says summer quite like a frozen margarita, so be sure to order yours frozen!
Fun Fact: the frozen margarita was invented right here in Dallas.
Cheer on your favorite team at one of the many sporting events happening Labor Day Weekend!
Weekend Sporting Events
Whether it's baseball or soccer - we've got a game for you this holiday weekend.
- Frisco Roughriders vs. Amarillo Sod Poodles: September 1-6
- Dallas Trinity FC vs. Brooklyn FC: September 5
- Dallas FC vs. Sporting Kansas City: September 5
Spend Labor Day in Dallas
Whether you're a local or just visiting, Dallas offers tons of exciting activities to make your Labor Day weekend unforgettable. So, gather your friends and family, and make the most of this holiday with everything this amazing city has to offer.
Enjoy your weekend in Dallas!
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