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The Tianyu Lights Festival opens this weekend in Grand Prairie. Photo courtesy Tianyu Lights Festival
The Tianyu Lights Festival opens this weekend in Grand Prairie. Photo courtesy Tianyu Lights Festival
11/5/25 - By Gabby Cullen

Looking for the best things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list!

The holiday season is officially ON, which means there are a ton of light shows and holiday exhibits opening, including the Tianyu Lights Festival and the Electrify the Night Drive-Thru Holiday Show.

If you want to honor those who have served in the military, head to the Plano Flags of Honor event on Saturday, which includes a Touch-a-Truck, a fire truck pull, a live taps performance, and more. If you're craving delicious bites and cultural delights, head to Panda Fest 2025 in downtown Dallas, the Fort Worth Greek Festival, or the 17th Annual Blues, Bandits, and BBQ in Oak Cliff.

Be sure to get out and enjoy the weather before that cold front blows in on Sunday! Happy weekend, North Texas! 

Want even more fun things to do this weekend? Our Dallas-Fort Worth Events Calendar is packed with great family activities every day of the week— and you can filter by age, location, or even free events!

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Things to Do This Veterans Day Weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth

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Opening Weekend!
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - Sunday, February 1, 2026
Step into the world of D&D like never before! In this epic fantasy experience, you’ll embark on a heroic journey to save the realms. Navigate the mysterious dungeon, encounter iconic creatures, face thrilling challenges, and ultimately engage in an epic confrontation. Become a rogue, druid, fighter, or wizard—your choice will shape your journey! READ MORE

STEM Fest at Bright Horizons

Various Locations
Thursday, November 6
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Astra Lumina at Trinity Forest Adventure Park

Opening Weekend!
South Dallas
Thursday, November 6 - Wednesday, December 31
Stroll along an enchanted one-mile night walk, taking guests of all ages on a journey to discover the wonder of visiting stars, experience nature come alive through nine cosmic installations, marvel at the stars falling to your feet from 20 feet above, and immerse yourself in a field of thousands of pixel lights at this unique outdoor experience deep in the Trinity Forest. READ MORE

Plano Flags of Honor 2025

Plano - FREE
Friday, November 7 - Saturday, November 15
There's a whole week of events planned in honor of service members who have given their lives to the pursuit of liberty and freedom. Saturday, November 8th, is an all-day family affair, starting with the Patriot Fun Run & 5K, followed by a safety fair and Touch-a-Truck event, a 3rd Infantry Living Historians Enactment, Patriot Paws Service Dog demo, fire truck pull, live helicopter landing, a live taps performance, and more. READ MORE

Panda Fest 2025

Downtown Dallas
Friday - Sunday, November 7 - 9
Do you love food? Do you love pandas? Then this is the festival for you! Enjoy over 60+ Asian food vendors, 150+ different Asian street foods, cultural performances including K-pop showcases and lion dances, and a marketplace. And of course, pandas will be everywhere, from themed food to inflatables, DIY panda painting, panda face painting, and much more. READ MORE

57th Annual Fort Worth Greek Festival

Northside - FREE
Friday - Sunday, November 7 - 9
It's time to shout Opa! and celebrate the rich history of Greek culture. Savor homemade Greek cuisine, including pastries, Baklava, Spanakopita, and much more. Enjoy live music, traditional dancing, a tour of the beautiful St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, face painting, and Kona ice for the kids! READ MORE

Electrify the Night Drive Thru Holiday Light Show

Opening Weekend!
Various Locations
Friday, November 7 - Sunday, January 4, 2026
Take the whole family through Texas's No. 1 drive-through holiday light show! There are locations in Arlington, Little Elm, and Frisco, but each one promises a mile-long spectacular featuring millions of lights synchronized to an electric mix of music powered by DJ Polar Ice from the North Pole’s #1 Hit Radio station, K-GLO, as they take in the brightest sights and sounds in the South. READ MORE

Tianyu Lights Festival

Opening Weekend!
Grand Prairie
Friday, November 7 - Sunday, January 18, 2026
Don't miss the opportunity to experience Koda's Adventure to the Magical Forest. You'll stroll through the wonderland of art installations, and follow up your journey by enjoying live musical and cultural dance performances, spending time at the interactive playground, discovering the marketplace, and more. READ MORE

Festival at the Switchyard

Carrollton - FREE
Saturday, November 8
The 15th Annual Festival at the Switchyard in Historic Downtown Carrollton welcomes Grammy-award-winning talent powerhouse Rick Springfield as the headliner of this beloved local event. The star-studded roster of rockers also includes Spin Doctors, Sixpence None the Richer, and Alien Ant Farm. There will be free games and free rides for the kids, too!  READ MORE

Bricks & Minifigs Fall Festival

Frisco - FREE
Saturday, November 8
A fun family event that includes meet and greets with LEGO Masters Season 5 winners Sage and Ian, a free make &take with LEGO masters, free minifigs for the first 100 guests, raffles, face painting, build stations, photo ops, scavenger hunts, food trucks, and more. READ MORE

5th Annual Native American Heritage Month Powwow

AT&T Discovery District - FREE
Saturday, November 8
From Gourd dancing, performances from tribes across the USA, dance contests and exhibitions, drummers and more – experience a rich showcase of culture, traditions, and art that spans generations. READ MORE

Culture in the CORE

Richardson - FREE
Saturday, November 8
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17th Annual Blues, Bandits, and BBQ

Oak Cliff
Saturday, November 8
Bring the whole family to the fall festival that celebrates the blues in the place that raised Stevie Ray Vaughan, while crowning the best BBQ champions in town. Kids and pets welcome, bring your own chairs and blankets! READ MORE

Yellow Brick Road to Ruin: A Whodunit Mystery Dinner

Allen
Saturday, November 8
If you and your teen are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good to hit theaters, this murder-mystery dinner is just for you. Enter a world where Dorothy has returned to Kansas, leaving the citizens of Oz to pick up the pieces. Someone important has turned up dead, and everyone's a suspect! Old grudges, ambitions, and magical forces are in play. Has a new wicked witch come out to play? It's up to guests to uncover the truth before it's too late. READ MORE

Magician Zak Mirz at the Palace Theatre

Grapevine
Saturday, November 8
You may have seen Zak on America's Got Talent or Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and now it's your chance to see him IRL! Get ready for a cinematic, high-energy experience blending incredible illusions, interactive moments, and meaningful stories, all wrapped in a holiday twist for the Christmas season. READ MORE

Science Sunday at Trinity River Audubon Center

South Dallas
Sunday, November 9
Engage in STEM and STEAM activities tailored to explore various facets of environmental conservation. Each session promises interactive learning experiences that inspire curiosity and foster a deeper connection with our planet. READ MORE

City of Grand Prairie Presents: Veterans Day Celebration

Grand Prairie - FREE
Tuesday, November 11
Honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces at our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This meaningful event will include a patriotic ceremony recognizing veterans from all branches of the military. READ MORE
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Gabby Cullen
Gabby Cullen has over 15 years of media experience, starting in public relations before moving to the editorial side in 2009. With a decade of expertise in parenting and lifestyle, she balances her work as an editor and writer while navigating life as a mom of two. An avid reader and true crime podcast fan, Gabby lives in Dallas, TX with her family. Find her on Instagram and Threads @gabbycullen.
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