Spring has sprung, and there is plenty to do around North Texas this weekend. From new art exhibits to musical entertainment, here’s what is going on in DFW the weekend of May 15-17.
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth is opening a new exhibit highlighting Black photojournalists. The exhibit will showcase 60 photographers who worked across the United States between 1945 and the mid-1980s.
The exhibit opens May 15 and runs through July 5.
Grapevine is hosting its 42nd annual Main Street Fest. The festival runs from Friday May 15 through Sunday May 17. In the heart of Historic Grapevine, enjoy three days of eats, shopping, live music and a carnival and midway. The city will also be celebrating Mayor William Tate’s 50th year in office.
Tickets are $10 each or you can get a weekend pass for $20. The event starts at 11 a.m. each day and runs until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, and 6 p.m. on Sunday. Click here for details.
Eagles: The Long Goodbye Act III
The Eagles — the iconic band whose frontman Don Henley is from North Texas — are coming to Globe Life Field in Arlington. See the iconic rock band perform live on Saturday, May 16. Show starts at 7 p.m.
Classical Music returns to Mockingbird Station on May 16. Mark Landson, from Open Classical, will host over a dozen performers to kick off the series. The event will be held in the outdoor amphitheater outside the Angelika Film Center and it’s free!
AAPI Heritage & Dragon Boat Festival
Head out to the White Rock Lake on May 17 for the AAPI Heritage & Dragon Boat Festival. Enjoy food from local vendors, performances and more. The event is free, with dragon boat races starting at 8:30am and the entire festival running until 5 p.m.
Bring the whole family to the lawn outside the Quakertown Civic Center in Denton to watch The Lorax on May 15. The movie starts at 7 p.m.
Check out the newest park in Dallas. Halperin Park is hosting a night market featuring local goods on May 15 from 6-9 p.m.
Dallas Trinity FC is wrapping up its regular season. Catch the last match of the season on Saturday in the Cotton Bowl at 7:30 p.m. or watch on Peacock.
Want to stay on the couch this weekend? Tune in to the 2026 Preakness Stakes live on NBC beginning at 3 p.m. CT. on Saturday, with the main event set for 5:50 p.m. CT. You can also stream everything live on Peacock, beginning at 12 p.m. ET.
Wildflower Arts & Music Festival
Catch some live music and check out local artists at the Wildflower Arts & Music Festival in Richardson. Plus, check out the retro arcade, silent disco, karaoke and more. The festival is Friday through Sunday.
Garland Asian American Heritage Festival
Head to Downtown Garland Square for a celebration of culture, community and connection. On Saturday, the Asian American Heritage Festival will have cultural performances, a parade and lion dance, craft market, Ube Land and more. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen will emcee the event.
The city of DeSoto is hosting its 2nd annual AAPI festival on Saturday with live entertainment, delicious food, and cultural experiences. The free event is being held in DeSoto Town Center on 211 E Pleasant Run Road from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.