Weekend Picks

Upgrade your whole dang weekend with this week's best concerts, nightlife, exhibits and more.

Things to Do This Weekend
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Fun Things to Do This Weekend

With so many things to do in Dallas, how do you choose what to do? Make the most of this weekend with our editor’s picks. From professional sports to neighborhood festivals and all the events that locals love, there’s always something happening in Dallas. Find everything from the best concerts and nightlife to museum exhibits and things to do with the kids.

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Other Events Coming Soon To Dallas

Aug 17 — Jan 4, 2027
Soccer: More Than a Game Exhibit
Experience the world’s most popular sport like never before at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science with Soccer: More Than a…
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Aug 17 — Aug 30
SPARK! City Immersive Art Experience
SPARK! Dallas presents SPARK! City, a first-of-its-kind immersive public art exhibition celebrating Dallas neighborhoods from June 5 through August 30, 2026.. Designed…
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Aug 17 — Aug 23
1st Annual Dallas Burger Week
Ready for the Juiciest Week in Dallas? Dallas Burger Week is back—and it’s your tastiest ticket to summer fun, sizzling burgers, and…
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Aug 17
Dallas Burger Week
Over 20 of Dallas’ favorite eateries each offer a $8 Specialty Burger the week of August 17-23. You can dine-in, order to-go…
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Aug 18
‘Tini Tuesdays at Loro
All Loro locations are debuting ‘Tini Tuesdays, an all-day martini special featuring $3 martinis. Featured cocktails include the Lychee Martini made with…
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Aug 18
Taco Tuesday at Cafe Herrera
Savor the spirit of Taco Tuesday at Café Herrera, where bold flavors meet warm hospitality. Enjoy freshly crafted tacos and vibrant happy…
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Aug 18
Washington Nationals vs. Texas Rangers — True Brvnd Washington Senators Night & Family Fun Tuesday
The Texas Rangers will host the Washington Nationals at Globe Life Field on Tuesday, August 18, with first pitch scheduled for 7:0…
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Aug 19
Wine Down Wednesday at Pegasus Pizza
Unwind midweek with Wine Down Wednesday at Pegasus Pizza. It’s the perfect excuse to slow down, relax, and enjoy happy hour with…
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Aug 19
Bar Leonessa at The Stoneleigh
Join The Stoneleigh and The Mahjong Line for a monthly social at Bar Leonessa featuring guided Mahjong lessons, open gameplay, handcrafted cocktails…
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Aug 20
THE TRINITY: JOHN F. KENNEDY, LYNDON B. JOHNSON AND CIVIL RIGHTS IN AFRICAN AMERICAN MEMORY
A striking triptych once displayed in countless African American households, the Trinity typically features Jesus Christ, Martin Luther King Jr. and President…
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Aug 20
Concert Series: Sounds Like Netflix — Outer Banks
Queue up your summer soundtrack at Netflix House. Enjoy Netflix-inspired live music from a rotating lineup of Dallas artists Thursday nights inside…
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Aug 20
Application Pending
Uptown Players proudly brings back the hit one-person comedy Application Pending for a limited engagement, August 20–30, 2026, at Theatre Three in…
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Dallas Weather Forecast

Monday, Aug 17
High: 105°   Low: 80°
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Tuesday, Aug 18
High: 106°   Low: 82°
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Wednesday, Aug 19
High: 105°   Low: 82°
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Thursday, Aug 20
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Friday, Aug 21
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Saturday, Aug 22
High: 104°   Low: 81°
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Sunday, Aug 23
High: 109°   Low: 84°
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Monday, Aug 24
High: 108°   Low: 85°
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Tuesday, Aug 25
High: 101°   Low: 82°
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Wednesday, Aug 26
High: 104°   Low: 82°
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Thursday, Aug 27
High: 91°   Low: 76°
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Friday, Aug 28
High: 100°   Low: 72°
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Saturday, Aug 29
High: 100°   Low: 71°
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Sunday, Aug 30
High: 99°   Low: 70°
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Monday, Aug 31
High: 100°   Low: 67°
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Tuesday, Sep 01
High: 102°   Low: 69°
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