Local Culture
The American Revolution Experience
Through November 30| Central Library, 1515 Young St.
The Central Library is hosting an exhibit on loan from the Daughters of the American Revolution that tells the story of the American Revolution through the perspectives of ordinary citizens. This special traveling exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the war. Guests are invited to interact with the exhibit and view the artifacts on display that shaped our nation.
Greg Romero Wilson
November 30, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m..| Watertower Theatre, 15650 Addison Rd.
Comedian/actor Greg Romero Wilson will return to his hometown of Dallas this weekend to record his new comedy special, Everything Is a Lie. Romero started his career in Dallas as part of the Dallas Improv Group’s Ad Libs, and then moved to comedy shows in Las Vegas and New York. He’s also appeared in several movies, including Ghosted.
Disney on Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto
November 27 to December 1| Credit Union of Texas Event Center, 200. E Stacy Rd., Allen
Disney on Ice is making its way to Dallas with productions from two of their most popular films Frozen and Encanto. The show will be hosted by Mickey and Minnie Mouse and will feature two acts with characters from Frozen in act one and characters from Encanto in act two. The show will feature elaborate acrobatics and special effects for the whole family.
Drag Winter Wonderland
Through December 28| Strauss Square, 2389 Flora St.
This holiday season, Strauss Square is transforming into a festive wonderland. If you’re looking to have a fun girls’ night or date night you can explore the dazzling lights and festive displays while being guided by a fabulous drag artist who will bring a quirky and comedic energy to the experience.
Forever Plaid – Plaid Tidings
November 29 to December 22, Multiple show times| Lyric Stage Studio, 1170 Quaker St.
The Lyric Stage is kicking off its 31st season with the beloved holiday classic Forever Plaid by Stuart Ross. Experience the journey of a 1950s harmony group as they return from the afterlife and work their way toward stardom in this heartwarming and humorous musical. The production will offer general admission seating as well as reserved café tables.
Small Business Artisan Fair
November 30| Orr-Reed Wrecking Co., 1903 Rock Island St.
As you get ready for your holiday shopping, consider shopping from over 50 unique vendors at Dallas’ small business artisan fair. You can find everything from vintage clothes and antiques to candles, pickles, and handmade goods. Support local artists and find a perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Climbing and Crafts
December 2, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.| Movement, 141 Glass St.
Head to the Design District for a little exercise with your holiday crafting. The climbing gym will be offering a chance to decorate wooden ornaments and sip on hot cocoa. A day pass or membership to the gym is required.
The Trains at NorthPark
Through January 5| NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expy.
The 37th annual Trains at Northpark exhibit features 1,600 feet of track showcasing a whimsical coast-to-coast journey, with stops in iconic locations like New York, Washington DC, Dallas, the Grand Canyon, and more. Benefiting the Ronald Mcdonald House of Dallas, this year’s event is moving to a brand-new spot on Level One, next to Starbucks between Macy’s and Dillard’s.
Also check out:
Kokedama Forest, through November 30, Fort Worth Botanical Garden. Get tickets.
Showtime Saturday, November 30, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Galleria Dallas. Learn more.
Tianyu Lights Festival, through January 12, Texas Trust CU Theatre Festival Grounds, Grand Prairie. Get tickets.
Dvorak’s New World Symphony, November 29 to December 1, Meyerson Symphony Center. Get tickets.
Galleria Dallas’ Grand Tree Lighting, November 29, 12 p.m. and November 30, 12 p.m. Galleria Dallas, Learn more.
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, November 29 to December 29, Theatre Three. Get tickets.
Casa Linda’s Tree Lighting, December 2, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Casa Linda Plaza. Learn more.
Food, Family & Holiday Fun: A Conversation with the Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, December 2, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Bush Center. Get tickets.
Live Shows
DJ Low Down Loretta Brown
November 27, 8 p.m.| Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, Plano
DJ Low Down Loretta Brown, or as you may more familiarly know her, Erykah Badu, is headed to Plano Wednesday night for a DJ set. The weather is cooperating, the tunes will be hot, and you deserve a break before you start doing oven Jenga tomorrow morning.
BigXthaPlug
November 29, 8 p.m.| South Side Ballroom
Dallas’ own BigXthaPlug has gained a lot of attention since his ode to his home state, Texas, hit the charts last year. The 26-year-old’s latest album, Take Care, dropped in October, reaching the top 10 of Billboard’s 200 Chart and gaining him the attention of Rolling Stone. Out on tour supporting that new album, he’ll be home, finally, this week and will prowl the stage at the South Side Ballroom in a post-Thanksgiving show.
Reverend Horton Heat
November 30, 7:30 p.m.| Longhorn Ballroom
It’s a holiday weekend, which means a lot of homegrown talent returns to Dallas. That includes rockabilly legend Reverend Horton Heat, who will head to the Longhorn Ballroom Saturday night. If you haven’t attended a Heat live show, you should put that down on your list of things you must do if you live in Dallas. And then go do it Saturday night. Jason D. Williams and Los Skarnales will join him.
Midland
November 30, 8 p.m.| Toyota Music Factory, Irving
Red Dirt Country band Midland is on their Get Lucky Tour, supporting their Barely Blue album. The deluxe version of that album, which was just released, features new versions songs like “Vegas,” where they paired with Kaitlin Butts, “Lone Star State of Mind,” where they were joined by Paul Cauthen, and “Halfway to Heaven,” which has a new video.
Los Tigres Del Norte
November 30, 8:30 p.m.| Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
Los Tigres del Norte is considered to be one of the most important Mexican-American bands, and that is likely because their experience resonates with so many. The band’s founding members left the Mexican state of Sinaloa when they were young, settling in San Jose, California. The band’s 40-year career includes hits like “La Puerta Negra” and “De Paisano a Paisano,” and they’ve sold nearly 40 million records and snagged many accolades, including Grammy and Latin Grammy awards.
iHeart Radio Jingle Ball
December 3, 7:30 p.m.| Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
There are at least three things I know for certain about this year’s Jingle Ball. One: Jason Derulo will sing his name at the start of at least four songs. Two: There will be at least one girl who will screech “Drunk, washed up in AUSTIN,” when Dasha sings her biggest hit. Three: There will be at least one girl and one boy who will know every word of “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and will screech/sing/yell it so loudly next to you that you will not actually hear Shaboozey. These are immutable facts. However, you should definitely head to Cowtown on a school night to catch the entire lineup, which also includes Kane Brown, Meghan Trainor, Madison Beer, Saweetie, Katseye, and Wonho.
Also check out:
Allie X, November 27, 8 p.m., Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall, Fort Worth. Get tickets.
Friendsgiving w/ Joshua Ray Walker, Vandoliers, and John Pedigo, November 27, 8 p.m., The Kessler. Get tickets.
Kiss of Life, November 27, 8 p.m., The Factory in Deep Ellum. Get tickets.
Eden Munoz, November 27, 8 p.m., Toyota Music Factory, Irving. Get tickets.
Cupcakke, November 27, 8:30 p.m., Trees. Get tickets.
Uncle Lucius, November 27, 9 p.m., Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth. Get tickets.
Maverick City Music, November 29, 7 p.m., Dickies Arena, Fort Worth. Get tickets.
The Front Bottoms, November 29, 7 p.m., House of Blues. Get tickets.
Snow Fest w/ Jeezy and Friends, November 29, 7 p.m., Comerica Center, Frisco. Get tickets.
Sara Brightman, November 29, 7:30 p.m., WinStar World Casino, Thackerville, Oklahoma. Get tickets.
CamelPhat, November 29, 9 p.m., SILO. Get tickets.
Matt Hillyer/Cory Cross & the Burden, November 29, 9 p.m., Dan’s Silverleaf, Denton. Get tickets.
William Clark Green, November 29, 10 p.m., Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth. Get tickets.
Jacob Metcalf/Jackson Scribner/Frankie Leonie, November 30, 8 p.m., The Kessler. Get tickets.
Winter White Party: All-Star Tribute to Frankie Beverly, November 30, 8 p.m., Texas Trust Credit Union Theatre, Grand Prairie. Get tickets.
Clay Walker, November 30, 10 p.m., Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth. Get tickets.
W.A.S.P., December 1, 7 p.m., The Factory in Deep Ellum. Get tickets.
Ha*Ash, December 1, 8 p.m., Toyota Music Factory, Irving. Get tickets.
Levi the Poet, December 2, 7 p.m., RBC Deep Ellum. Get tickets.
The Surfrajettes/Midnight Cowgirls, December 2, 8:30 p.m., Sundown at Granada. Get tickets.
42 Dugg, December 3, 7 p.m., House of Blues. Get tickets.
The Pineapple Thief, December 3, 7:30 p.m., Granada Theater. Get tickets.
Better Lovers, December 4, 7 p.m., Studio at the Factory. Get tickets.
Drake Bell, December 4, 8 p.m., Trees. Get tickets.
Vial, December 4, 8 p.m., Dada. Get tickets.
Cat Ridgeway, December 4 at Three Links and 5 at Andy’s Bar in Denton. Get tickets here and here.
Want to see Tyler the Creator, Dua Lipa, Shakira, Mary J. Blige, or Justin Timberlake when they head to North Texas? Check out our full concert calendar here. Listen to the playlist below to hear songs by artists performing in North Texas this weekend.
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