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    Weekend Event Planner

    State Fair of Texas and Imagine Dragons top best weekend events in Dallas

    Alex Bentley
    Sep 26, 2013 | 12:00 am

    In Dallas, the end of September is dominated by one thing — the State Fair of Texas. But even though the goings-on at Fair Park lead the way as far as things to do this weekend, there are plenty other great chances for entertainment out there.

     

    Below are the best options for your precious free time Thursday through Sunday. Don't like what you see? Lucky for you, we have a much longer list of the city's best events.

     

     Thursday, September 26

     

     Fall Out Boy in concert with Panic! At the Disco and Twenty One Pilots
    The early 2000s were full of emo bands like Fall Out Boy and Panic! At the Disco. The popularity of such bands has waned a bit in recent years, but Fall Out Boy is making a comeback with this tour and their grandly-named new album, Save Rock and Roll. The two bands will be joined by the relatively new duo Twenty One Pilots at Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie.

     

     Leon Redbone in concert with Logan Daffron
    If you don't know the name of Leon Redbone, you most certainly are familiar with his work. In addition to his 15 albums, the singer/guitarist/Vaudevillian performer has provided the voice and/or music to multiple pop cultural artifacts, including the theme songs for Mr. Belvedere and Harry and the Hendersons, as well as several commercials. He'll play at The Kessler with Logan Daffron as opening act.

     

     Friday, September 27

     

     2013 State Fair of Texas
    The annual fried food/pig-racing/butter sculpture/Midway ride extravaganza is back to dominate the landscape for the next three weeks. With this year's version comes a brand new Big Tex after his fiery demise in 2012, and the return of the Chinese Lantern Festival, which will run concurrently with the fair and then stay on through January 5, 2014. The fair itself lasts through October 20 at Fair Park, so go out and live it up with the thousands of other fair-goers.

     

     Imagine Dragons in concert
    There are few things more exciting in the world of entertainment than a band on the cusp of superstardom. That's exactly where Imagine Dragons is right now, as they've captured the imaginations of many thanks to the 2012 debut album and its inescapable hit, "Radioactive." They'll play at South Side Ballroom on both Friday and Saturday night, but enjoy the small venue while you can; next time they come to town, they'll probably be in the big time.

     

     Saturday, September 28

     

     Gilt City Warehouse Sale
    Anyone who loves the deals they can get on fashion and spa treatments online at Gilt City will love this live and in-person event at Dallas Contemporary, where you can peruse clothes from a variety of different stores. The event will also feature custom Infiniti Q50s available for test drives and mini spa treatments to keep your stamina up throughout the day.

     

     Aimee Mann in concert with Ted Leo
     Aimee Mann has one of those distinctive voices that always makes you want to come back for more. That and more explains why she's had such a long and distinctive career, first as lead singer for the '80s band 'Til Tuesday and later as a solo artist. She comes to the Granada Theater in support of her eighth solo album, Charmer, with Ted Leo as opening act.

     

     2013 Dallas Symphony Orchestra AT&T Gala featuring Renee Fleming
    To celebrate the opening of the 2013-2014 Dallas Symphony Orchestra season, which kicks off with a concert titled Mahler 4, the DSO will hold will this gala event featuring renowned soprano Renee Fleming. The gala at Meyerson Symphony Center includes a pre-show dinner, the concert with Fleming and an after-party featuring DJ Lucy Wrubel.

     

     Sunday, September 29

     

     Breaking Bad Series Finale Watching Party
    Any fan of Breaking Bad knows that you'll likely need a few hugs after the classic series comes to an end on Sunday, so what better place to watch than in the company of few hundred other people at the Granada Theater? And after Walter White meets his likely demise, you can also drown your sorrows next door at Sundown at Granada.

     

     Lewis Black: The Rant is Due!
     Lewis Black has made a career out of being an angry comedian, a shtick he's worked to perfection in a recurring spot on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart called "Back in Black." Given that a recent appearance had him taking dead aim at Texas, and Governor Rick Perry in particular, you can expect this appearance at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth to have him more riled up than usual.

     

    The State Fair of Texas starts September 27 at Fair Park, and it brings with it lots of fried food and happiness.

    Man eating french fries at State Fair of Texas
      
    Photo by Kevin Brown/State Fair of Texas
    The State Fair of Texas starts September 27 at Fair Park, and it brings with it lots of fried food and happiness.
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    Pickleball News

    Indoor pickleball concept from Georgia bounces into Frisco

    Raven Jordan
    Jul 7, 2025 | 7:06 pm
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    There's a new indoor pickleball concept coming to Dallas: Called Ace Pickleball Club, it's a growing chain from Georgia, making its Texas debut in Frisco in an old BuyBuy Baby space at at 2930 Preston Rd. #600. According to a release, it opens July 12.

    Ace Pickleball was founded in Roswell, Georgia in 2023, and calls itself the only facility of its kind, delivering a member-focused approach and all-inclusive pricing.

    Professional-grade cushioned courts and a welcoming community create the optimal playing experience for all skill levels. The chain currently has 15 locations across the U.S. including Colorado, Oklahoma, and Illinois.

    They emphasize an inclusive community with unlimited open play, and offer clinics, tournaments, social events, and ball machine reservations. They also offer paddle demos so that members can test out the newest technology from a variety of brands to find their favorite.

    When they open, they'll offer free introductory pickleball clinics for beginners to go over the rules of the sport and feel more comfortable as they learn about the game.

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    Indoor facilities have an advantage in that they're impervious to weather so players can play year-round.

    The Frisco location is a nearly 33,000-square-foot facility with 11 full-size courts and one dinking court designed to welcome players of all skill levels. Memberships are $129 monthly with the first month free.

    Bringing the concept to Frisco is Juan Menchaca, a former corporate worker who is a pickleball player himself. When he and his wife relocated to the DFW area in May 2023, he brought with him a lifelong dream of opening a sports facility.

    Introduced to pickleball by his brother-in-law, who is now training to go pro in pickleball, Menchaca was instantly hooked by the game’s fast pace, simple rules, and strong sense of community.

    Opening a dedicated pickleball facility felt like the ideal first serve into the world of sports.

    “I saw the demand I knew Ace Pickleball Club was the right fit,” Menchaca says. “The model is perfect for all skill levels across the Frisco community. I’ve always wanted to create something people could rally around, and this not only provides that, but helps in bringing our community closer.”

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