Top 11 Things To Do This Weekend in Plano, Frisco, Richardson And Beyond [May 2-4, 2025]

Who says May can’t bring the heat? North Texas is serving up a weekend forecast filled with cultural festivals, gourmet feasts and enough live music and margaritas to keep things buzzing from sunrise to starlight. 

From butterflies and ballet to tacos and turntables, there’s something for every pace — whether you're chasing butterflies with the kids or sipping whiskey between golf swings. Just keep an umbrella handy, then let the weekend unfold with flair, a few unexpected twists and sabor.

SAVOR

When: May 1 - 4, 2025
Where: PGA Frisco, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
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Big flavors, celebrity sightings and a few swings on the fairway come together at SAVOR, a four-day festival blending Texas hospitality with a luxe lineup of dining, music and golf. From tequila tastings and cowboy boot pop-ups to star-studded tournaments, Omni PGA Frisco is turning up the heat — and the charm — on North Texas' newest signature event. With limited tickets, it’s a weekend you’ll want to savor from start to finish.

The CJ CUP Byron Nelson Golf Tournament

When: May 1 - 4, 2025
Where: TPC Craig Ranch, 8000 Collin McKinney Parkway, McKinney
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TPC Craig Ranch once again sets the stage for world-class swings and serious green at The CJ CUP Byron Nelson, McKinney’s premier PGA Tour stop. Golf fans can catch big names like Scottie Scheffler and more across four days of tournament play, with grandstands, club experiences and a few winning views that don’t require a perfect handicap. Whether watching from the fairway or the House of CJ, it's a front-row seat to some of the best drives (and divots) in the game.

Dallas Card Show

When: May 1-4, 2025 | Times vary
Where: Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center, 777 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen
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Sports card enthusiasts won't want to miss this four-day showcase at the Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center. Featuring over 700 exhibitors and a star-studded lineup of guests, including hockey greats Mike Modano and Brett Hull, the event offers a prime opportunity to buy, sell and trade sports memorabilia, from vintage finds to modern treasures.

The 22nd Annual Butterfly Festival

When: May 2-11, 2025 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Farm in Allen, 1234 Johnson Road, Allen
Tickets starting at $5

Prepare for liftoff — thousands of butterflies are ready to flutter by at the 22nd Annual Butterfly Festival in Allen. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club, this interactive exhibit lets guests walk through a live butterfly habitat, feed butterflies with special “sauce” on Q-tips and even take a few fluttery friends home from the on-site gift shop. With over 1,500 winged wonders in a colorful enclosure, it’s part science, part magic and all-around fun. Bonus: this year’s event flaps its wings in a brand-new location at The Farm in Allen.

Plano AsiaFest 2025

When: May 3, 2025 | 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E 15th Street, Plano
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Origami, lion dances and sizzling street eats? AsiaFest brings the vibrant sights, sounds and snacks of Asia to Historic Downtown Plano. Now in its 21st year, this family-friendly festival features cultural performances, martial arts, calligraphy, fashion and plenty of reasons to come hungry — and stay curious.

Salt The Rim 2025

When: May 3, 2025 | 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: McCall Plaza, 998 E 15th Street, Plano
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Plano’s sauciest celebration is back and shaking things up with margaritas, música y más. Salt the Rim takes over McCall Plaza with live Latin beats, a Mini Mercado full of treasures, tacos on wheels and a splash of lotería. Whether you’re sipping frozen or on the rocks, this free family-friendly fiesta promises a salty good time.

The 2025 Dallas Cinco De Mayo Parade

When: May 3, 2025 | 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Historic Jefferson Blvd., 223 Jefferson Blvd., Dallas
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North Texas’ longest-running Cinco de Mayo parade turns Jefferson Boulevard into a mile-long fiesta with floats, music and a touch of Selena sparkle. The historic Oak Cliff procession features colorful mojigangas (giant puppets), street vendors, sweet bread and enough Tejano beats to keep your feet moving from the 200 to 900 block. After the last float rolls by, the celebration keeps going with photo ops at vibrant murals and a stroll through over 200 bustling storefronts serving everything from fruit cups to formalwear. Think of it as a block party with a lot more sabor.

13th Annual Frisco StrEATS Gourmet Food Truck & Music Festival

When: May 3, 2025 | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 9215 John W. Elliott Dr, Frisco
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Grab your stretchy pants and your dancing shoes — Frisco StrEATS is rolling back into town with a full tank of flavor and fun. As Texas’ longest-running food truck fest, this all-day celebration dishes out gourmet bites, live music, local art and a shopping stroll through the historic Rail District. New twists this year include speed painting, a curated artist row and a whiskey tasting that’ll have you saying “neat!” in more ways than one. It’s a free, family-friendly food-fueled block party — with plenty to sip, savor and snap.

40th Anniversary Celebration: The Past, The Present, The Future

When: May 3, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Where: Eisemann Center, Hill Performance Hall, 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson
Tickets starting at $22

Three acts, four decades and one visionary leader take center stage in this milestone performance celebrating Chamberlain Ballet’s 40th anniversary. From the joy of Coppélia to the moonlit beauty of Swan Lake and the boundary-pushing world premiere of Digital Ghost, the evening promises a journey through past, present and pirouettes-to-come. Expect elegance, emotion and a splash of AI — because the future of ballet doesn’t always wear a tutu.

Kentucky Derby

When: May 3, 2025 | 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m
Where: Cosm Dallas, 5776 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony
Tickets starting at $11

No need to fly to Churchill Downs when you can saddle up for Derby Day in high-tech style. This immersive viewing experience lets fans get up-close to “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®” with signature dishes, whiskey tastings, red carpet photo ops and themed fan zones. Bonus: reserved seat guests score a commemorative hat and glass — because even your accessories should be race-ready.

MOGWAI

When: May 4, 2025 | 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: The Echo Lounge & Music Hall, 1323 N. Stemmons Fwy, Dallas
Tickets starting at $35

Post-rock legends Mogwai bring their cinematic soundscapes and slow-burn epics to Dallas for a night of seismic swells, whisper-quiet moments and everything in between. Known for crafting instrumental journeys that can shift from meditative to monstrous in seconds, the Scottish band pairs distortion and delicacy with a signature flair. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the Mogwai universe, expect a performance that builds, breaks and beautifully lingers. 

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