Weekend Event Planner

These are the 14 best things to do in Dallas this weekend

The last weekend of May in and around Dallas will feature a lot of fun events across the spectrum. Choices include three local theater productions, five concerts in multiple genres, a showcase of Olympic figure skaters, a legendary comedian, a dance production, a symphony concert, a soccer festival, and a music festival with a little light gambling on the side.

Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out our calendar for an even longer list of the city's best events.

Thursday, May 28

Bishop Arts Theatre Center presents Float
Float is a one-woman show written and performed by Maryum “May May” Ali, daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. Ali takes audiences on an inspiring journey through the defining moments of her life, revealing rare glimpses into her father’s compassion, discipline, and humanity. The production runs through June 7 at Bishop Arts Theatre Center.

Pegasus Theatre presents Circle of Laughter Festival
A quartet of productions will comprise Pegasus Theatre's Circle of Laughter Festival. The productions include I Was a Really Great Kisser (running May 28-June 12), Washing Garbage (running May 29-June 13), The Hater (running May 30-June 13), and Neil Simon's Last Hit (running May 30-June 14). All productions will take place at Addison Performing Arts Centre.

Yungblud in concert
English rock singer Yungblud has been tearing up the charts in the 2020s, scoring three straight No. 1 albums in his native U.K. He's collaborated with a number of big artists, including Halsey, Machine Gun Kelly, Travis Barker, Marshmello, Bring Me the Horizon, Avril Lavigne, and Aerosmith. He'll play at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving in support of his 2025 album, Idols.

Friday, May 29

Stars on Ice
The Stars on Ice tour will bring America’s elite figure skaters to Allen to showcase the medal-winning skills they demonstrated at the 2028 Winter Olympics in Milan. Headlining the tour will be Ilia Malinin, aka the “Quad God,” 2026 Olympic Women's Singles champion Alysa Liu, 2026 Olympic silver medalist ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates; and Amber Glenn, who was part of the 2026 Olympic gold medal-winning team event alongside Malinin, Liu, Chock, and Bates. The event takes place on Friday and Saturday at Credit Union of Texas Event Center.

Improv Arlington presents George Wallace
Comedian George Wallace’s most recognized material is his “I Be Thinkin’” lines and jokes about everything from conversational thoughts to political aspirations. In each show, he engages members of the audience in comical banter, and if provoked, he might even throw out a few of his signature “Yo Mama” jokes. He'll perform four times through Sunday at Improv Arlington, joined by opening act Jennifer Holliday.

Company of Rowlett Performers presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. The musical will be presented by Company of Rowlett Performers at Plaza Theater in Garland through June 7.

TITAS/Dance Unbound presents GALLIM
GALLIM, making their Texas debut, is a fresh, fearless dance company that dives deep into the full range of human experience, where movement feels raw, curious, and deeply connected to big ideas. They'll present SAMA, a powerhouse of a performance that has a tribal energy, with dancers on stilts, others grounded barefoot, all moving through a world where the body becomes something more, something beyond. There will be performances on Friday and Saturday at Moody Performance Hall.

Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents "Dvořák & Korngold"
From the pen of the composer who pioneered the art of original film music, making it symphonic in scope and sophisticated in feel, comes Korngold’s Violin Concerto, featuring Maria Dueñas, an in-demand star of the violin world. To conclude the concert, Dvořák’s Seventh Symphony, filled with Bohemian rhythms, is one of his most beloved works. The concert, conducted by Sebastian Weigle, will have performances on Friday and Saturday at Meyerson Symphony Center.

The Kid Laroi in concert
Australian rapper/singer The Kid Laroi has used social media, including TikTok, to gain notice of his music for years, breaking out in 2020 with hits like "So Done," "Without You" with Miley Cyrus, and "Stay" with Justin Bieber. After finally putting out his debut album, The First Time, in 2023, he released his second album, Before I Forget, earlier this year. He'll perform at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving.

Saturday, May 30

Harold Simmons Park presents Dallas Soccer Kick-Off Fest
With less than two weeks to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts, soccer fans can get in the mood at the Dallas Soccer Kick-Off Fest. Located in Harold Simmons Park at Ron Kirk Bridge and Felix Lozada Gateway, the festival brings together sports, culture, live music, food, art, and neighborhood pride. It will take place on both Saturday and Sunday.

Cover-to-Cover Music Festival
The Cover-to-Cover Music Festival will include performances by three cover bands and casino-style gaming with Choctaw Casino & Resort - Durant game tables. Featured performers include Hard Night's Day, The Meat Sweats, and The Central Standard Band. The event takes place at Klyde Warren Park.

Stayin’ Alive: One Night of The Bee Gees
Stayin' Alive offers audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever,” “Jive Talkin,’” “How Deep Is Your Love,” “You Should Be Dancing,” “Nights on Broadway,” and “Stayin’ Alive.” In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started a Joke,” “Massachusetts,” “Fanny Be Tender,” “Words,” and “To Love Somebody,” among other hits. They'll perform at Majestic Theatre.

Carín León in concert
Mexican singer-songwriter Carín León didn't get much traction with his first two albums, but when he switched to a bigger record label in 2023, his career took off. His next two albums both reached the top 10 on Billboard's Top Latin Albums chart. He'll play at American Airlines Center in support of his recently released album, Muda.

Sunday, May 31

Turtle Creek Chorale presents Pride As Big As Texas
The Turtle Creek Chorale will get an early jump on Pride Month with Pride As Big As Texas. The concert shines a spotlight on the music and creativity of Texas, featuring works by artists like Willie Nelson, Kacey Musgraves, and Beyoncé, alongside compositions by Marques Garrett, Victor Johnson, and others. The concert takes place at Temple Emanu-El in Dallas.

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Stars on Ice, featuring multiple Olympic medalists, will be at Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen on May 29 and 30.

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More Parks for Dallas

Dallas' Klyde Warren Park to add new pavilion, lawn and seasonal ice rink

Rendering of ice rink on the new Jacobs Lawn at Klyde Warren Park

Image courtesy of Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation

The new Jacobs Lawn at Klyde Warren Park will transform into an ice rink during the winter.

Downtown Dallas' Klyde Warren Park is planning a nearly two-acre expansion over two sections of Woodall Rogers Freeway, adding on a new lawn space, event pavilion, seasonal ice rink, and more.

Announced Monday, June 29, the 1.7-acre expansion will increase the park from 5.4 acres to 7.1 acres, extending it west toward Field Street while covering the final recessed portion of the freeway.

Construction is expected to begin before the end of 2026 and take approximately 24 months to complete.

Here's a closer look at the expansion plans, revealed in a press release:

Park officials say the portion west of Akard Street will feature The Jacobs Lawn, a 37,000-square-foot multi-use green space designed for festivals, markets, performances, civic celebrations, and more.

Klyde Warren Park expansion rendering of The Jacobs Lawn The expansion of Klyde Warren Park will include the new Jacobs Lawn. Image courtesy of Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation

During the winter months, the lawn will transform into an outdoor ice-skating rink, with additional seasonal programming planned throughout the year.

Adjacent to the lawn, the Overlook will allow guests to view city traffic as cars disappear right underneath them, driving home the point of how the park was built on top of one of the busiest freeways in Texas.

Rendering of The Overlook near The Jacobs Lawn at Klyde Warren Park The Jacobs Lawn portion of the expansion of Klyde Warren Park will include The Overlook where visitors can watch traffic pass by. Image courtesy of Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation

Built on the section between Akard Street and St. Paul Street will be a two-level enclosed glass-and-steel pavilion, complete with an open-air rooftop area.

The building will feature approximately 24,000 square feet of climate-controlled event and reception space, along with the 8,000-square-foot rooftop terrace.

Rendering of rooftop pavilion on new glass-and-steel pavilion at Klyde Warren Park A new glass-and-steel pavilion at Klyde Warren Park will include an open-air rooftop pavilion. Image courtesy of Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation

"Fourteen years ago, many people questioned whether building a deck park over a freeway was even possible," said Jody Grant, chairman of Klyde Warren Park, in a statement. "Today, Klyde Warren Park stands as proof of what can happen when a community believes in a bold vision. This expansion isn't simply about adding acreage. It's an investment in Dallas, an investment in the community and an investment in future generations."

Archer Western, the same firm that built the Park's original deck structure, has been awarded the construction contract by the Texas Transportation Commission.

While most traffic patterns surrounding the new sections appear to be unaffected, renderings show that a dedicated U-turn at Akard Street will be eliminated for the Jacobs Lawn portion.

While construction is underway, the Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation will launch the next phase of its private fundraising campaign to support the amenities, programming, and experiences that will activate the expanded park upon its completion.

"Klyde Warren Park demonstrates what thoughtful private-public partnerships can accomplish," said Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert in a statement. "Since opening, the Park has supported the generation of hundreds of millions in incremental tax revenue for the City of Dallas. But beyond the numbers, it has created a place where neighborhoods connect, businesses invest and communities come together. This expansion will continue to strengthen our urban core for generations to come."

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