Some weeks are made for staying in, but this isn’t one of them. From bugged-out exhibits to moon landings, backyard concerts to blue-skinned cartoon legends, North Texas is rolling out events that lean into fun, nostalgia and a touch of the unexpected. Whether you're chasing VR storks or jamming under sunset skies, there's something this week for every curious mind and restless foot.
Toddler Tuesday At Crayola 2025
When: June 3, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: The Crayola Experience, 6121 W. Park Blvd., A100, Plano
Tickets: (Regular price: 29.99 Get $3 OFF per ticket when you buy ahead online)
Tiny hands take the lead during Toddler Tuesday, where pint-sized explorers dive into themed crafts, story time and hands-on play zones like Scribble Square and Stomp and Play. It’s a mid-morning mix of creativity, giggles and just enough mess to count as a masterpiece.
Bugs LIVE: Giant Animatronic Insects & Arachnids
When: Until June 29, 2025 | Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. (closed Mondays)
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney
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Take a walk on the wild side at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, where the Bugs LIVE exhibit brings giant animatronic insects to life. Stroll through scenic nature trails and encounter towering spiders, beetles and butterflies while learning about the vital role these creatures play in our ecosystem. Perfect for nature lovers and curious minds alike, this immersive experience mixes fun with education. Don’t forget to bring your camera for a bug-tastic photo op!
NASA: The Apollo Project
When: Until June 28, 2025 | Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday
Where: Frisco Heritage Museum, 6455 Page St., Frisco
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History and space collide at this museum, where visitors can explore Frisco’s past while looking to the stars. The latest exhibit, NASA: The Apollo Project, takes a deep dive into the Space Race, with artifacts and stories from the era that put a man on the Moon. With hands-on activities and fascinating lectures, it’s an out-of-this-world experience for all ages.
Summer Sounds: The Alternatives
When: June 2, 2025 | 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Bethany Lakes Park, 745 S Allen Heights Dr, Allen
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Lawn chairs, throwback jams and fresh air set the stage for the NETSCOUT Summer Sounds Concert Series, where the music is free and the vibes are easy. This week’s headliner, The Alternatives, crank up the nostalgia with a playlist packed full of alt-rock anthems from the ‘90s and 2000s. It’s the kind of show where flip-flops, air guitar and awkward dance moves are all welcome.
The Smurf Experience
When: Until Aug. 11, 2025 | Times vary
Where: Arlington Museum of Art, North Entrance, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
Tickets starting at $29.99
The Smurfs are calling, and it’s time to suit up blue and save the world — literally. Visitors enter a life-sized, immersive Smurf universe filled with scavenger hunts, obstacle courses and puzzle-packed missions to outwit the infamous Gargamel. With VR flights on storks and magic spell challenges, it’s part escape room, part fantasy adventure and entirely smurftastic. Check out our tips for a smurf-tastic visit here.
Cool Thursday Concerts
When: June 5, 2025 | Gates open at 6 p.m., concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
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Sunset views, tribute tunes and garden strolls come together for the Cool Thursdays Concert Series, a long-standing tradition at the Dallas Arboretum. With a lineup of crowd-favorite tribute bands and local performers, this lakeside series invites guests to unwind with a picnic, pre-ordered bites and maybe a chilled bottle or two. Food trucks are out this year, but expanded catering options keep things tasty. It’s music, nature and good company in one scenic package.
Fun in the Sun: Superhero Training Camp
When: June 3, 2025 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, 5752 Grandscape Blvd Suite 100, The Colony
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Calling all caped crusaders and mini heroes in training! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is transforming into a Superhero Training Camp, where little ones can meet Avengers, tackle themed crafts and flex their save-the-day skills. With photo ops, snacks and activities on deck, it’s a playful way to kick off a summer of fun. Bonus: no cape required, but enthusiasm is strongly encouraged.
Thursday On Tap
When: Thursdays until Oct. 30, 2025
Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas
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Science, snacks and skyline views come together at this adults-only night out where museum halls stay open late and the food trucks roll in. Guests can sip on drinks, play outdoor games and enjoy live music while exploring the exhibits — no kids, no crowds, just good times and curiosity on tap. It’s part date night, part science experiment and all the more reason to ditch your usual Thursday plans. Early tickets are encouraged; this popular evening tends to sell out.
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