A weekend this stacked calls for stretchy pants, open calendars and maybe a second round of SPF. From swirling rare wines in Tuscan-inspired vineyards to dodging Jedi at the convention center, North Texas is buzzing with ways to brunch, browse, sip or saddle up. Even the rodeo’s rolling into town with bull rides, bronc battles and boots to match. Whether your vibe is laid-back lawn lounging or full-throttle fandom, there’s a little magic (and maybe a margarita) waiting just around the corner.
Plano Farmers Market 2025
When: May 31, 2025 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Plano Farmers Market at The Shops at Willow Bend, 6209 W Park Blvd, Plano
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Fresh finds and laid-back vibes await each Saturday at the Plano Farmers Market. From local honey and just-picked produce to artisan jams and crusty loaves, this weekly gathering is a go-to for foodies and casual strollers alike. Bonus: it’s pet friendly, wheelchair accessible and perfectly placed near shops and bites if you’re in the mood to make a day of it.
Rodeo Celina
When: May 30 - June 1, 2025 | Doors open at 5 p.m., and on Sunday at 12 p.m.
Where: Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Dr, Parker
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Rodeo Celina is back in the saddle at Southfork Ranch, bringing bull rides, bronc battles and boot-scootin’ fun to Collin County. As the only PRCA-sanctioned rodeo in the area, it ropes in top-tier talent, crowd-pleasing stunts and community support for local causes. Expect high-energy action with rodeo royalty, a pint-sized Mutton Bustin’ showdown and a few laughs courtesy of a rodeo clown named Hashtag.

Women’s Golf Day
When: May 30, 2025 | 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: The PGA District, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
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Golf gets a glow-up at PGA Frisco with a morning dedicated to Women’s Golf Day, featuring choice-filled activities like a par-3 scramble on The Swing or a fun, no-pressure clinic led by PGA professionals. Guests can tour the Home of the PGA of America, snap a photo with the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship trophy, and join a fireside chat spotlighting the women shaping the future of the sport. With brunch on the patio and a side of sangria and prosecco, it’s part game, part gathering, all good vibes.
SaturYay
When: May 31, 2025 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kaleidoscope Park, 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco
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Saturday mornings get a playful twist at Kaleidoscope Park, where free activities take over the lawn with everything from petting zoos to paintbrushes. Families can drop in for a rotating mix of crafts, critters and community fun designed to keep little hands busy and grownups smiling. Whether it's story time, stretching or snuggling a goat, there’s always something new to nudge you out of bed.

Above Wines EXPO 2025
When: June 1, 2025 | 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: D'Vine Grace, 3747 Grace Ranch Trl, McKinney
Tickets starting at $53.98
Sips, bites and Italian delights await at this vineyard bash where jazz meets Chianti. Guests can swirl their way through more than 40 rare wines from Italy’s family-run wineries, nibble on rustic bites and mingle with the winemakers themselves. With live music, a Tuscan-style setting and vino flowing like an opera's final act, it's a celebration that's part wine tasting, part Roman holiday.
Fan Expo Dallas
When: May 30 - June 1, 2025 | Times vary
Where: Kay Bailey Convention Center, 650 S. Griffin St, Dallas
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Step aside, reality — This expo is calling all superheroes, wizards, Jedi and curious mortals to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center for a weekend packed with panels, photo ops and pure pop culture mayhem. From voice actor meet-and-greets to epic cosplay battles, this multiverse mashup delivers thrills for every kind of fan in the galaxy.

Dallas Margarita Festival
When: May 31, 2025 | 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Ferris Wheelers BBQ, 1950 Market Center Blvd, Dallas
Tickets starting at $7.15
Things get salty — in a good way — at Ferris Wheelers when margaritas take center stage and party vibes follow close behind. Guests sip their way through a ten-margarita tasting showdown while DJs, food vendors and a frozen drink bar keep the fiesta rolling. With prizes on the line and a trip to Mexico up for grabs, this is one tequila-laced taste test worth lifting a glass to.
Simple Minds: Alive & Kicking Tour 2025
When: June 1, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, Irving
Tickets starting at $30
An iconic blast from the past is landing at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, where Simple Minds will headline their largest North American tour in decades. With synth-pop pioneers Soft Cell and Modern English in tow, the lineup reads like a mixtape from the 80s, with a serious case of nostalgia and no need to rewind. Expect unforgettable anthems, maybe a few spontaneous dance moves and just the right amount of retro flair.
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