What To Do This September in Dallas
Heritage, fall fun, festivals and the State Fair of Texas bring out the best of September in Dallas.
Updated August 2026
As summer turns to autumn and temps begin to dip a little, September in Dallas brings colorful food and art, community events and, of course, the State Fair of Texas! This month offers perfect opportunities to take a quick weekend trip and enjoy indulgent dishes, one more dip in the pool, and all the food, fun and nostalgic feelings that the September has to offer.
Here are the must-dos of September in Dallas!
Things to Sip and Savor this September
- Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) with authentic flavors of Mexico at Coco'Andre in Oak Cliff. Stop by for a horchata latte, Chilaquiles, or a Cafe con Mezcal. Bonus - they're open daily for brunch! Find more ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Dallas!
Football, Festivities and Fair Fun
- It wouldn't be fall without football! The Dallas Cowboys kick off their 2026 season against the New York Giants on Sunday, Sept. 13th but return for their first home game of the regular season vs. the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Sept. 20th at AT&T Stadium. Don't miss a minute of the action with our guide, Where to Watch The Dallas Cowboys This Fall.
- Beginning Sept. 19, the Dallas Arboretum brings in 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash to celebrate Autumn at the Arboretum. Now in its 21th year, Your kids are sure to love the theme this year: ¡Mundo México! Displays will feature reimaginings of seven iconic regions of Mexico, along with themed pumpkin houses that make up the acclaimed Pumpkin Village, and of course, a maze for younger visitors.
- The State Fair of Texas in all its glory, the fair festivities return on Sept. 25! With classic favorites and new flavors, there's so much to love about the Fair. Check out our ultimate guide for this year's State Fair!
Fall Pride
Visit Dallas invites you to experience a few unforgettable LGBTQ+ events over the next several months, starting with Pride in Dallas on September 14th. Our vibrant community welcomes everyone to come and celebrate diversity, acceptance, and love all week long, with the main event - the Pride Parade - held on September 28th.
Notable September Events and Attractions
- Sept. 4 - 6: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert - Dallas Symphony Orchestra- Morton H. Meyerson
- Sept. 4 - Nov. 6: Cool Thursdays Concert Series- Dallas Arboretum
- Sept. 3 - Oct. 22: Thursdays on Tap- Perot Museum
- Sept. 12: Hispanic Heritage Celebration- Dallas Arboretum
- Sept. 25: State Fair of Texas opening day - Fair Park
And many, many more! Check out our events calendar to find more can't-miss September events!
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