11 Things to Do in Dallas This Week · September 17–20, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

GrapeFest 2026

A massive 40th-anniversary wine festival shuts down Historic Main Street in Grapevine for four days of Texas wine, craft brews, and free admission.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Historic Main Street, Grapevine

Arts & Culture

Bad Indian: A Native American Comedy Showcase

A standout comedy showcase celebrating Native American comedic voices at Dallas Comedy Club in Deep Ellum.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 6:45 PM · Dallas Comedy Club, 3036 Elm St, Deep Ellum

Ryan Goodcase

Stand-up comedian Ryan Goodcase headlines Punch Line Irving for one night of sharp, polished comedy.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:30 PM · Punch Line Irving

Ballets Jazz Montréal: DANCE ME – The Music of Leonard Cohen

Canada's Ballets Jazz Montréal presents a breathtaking dance tribute to Leonard Cohen, created with his personal blessing — described as a visual and musical masterpiece.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Winspear Opera House, Dallas

Pumpkin Painting Workshop

A guided pumpkin painting workshop hosted by DFW Young & Social — a creative fall activity for adults.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 12:00 PM · DFW Young & Social

Date Night

Texas Ballet Theater: Casanova

Texas Ballet Theater presents a captivating, mature portrayal of the legendary philanderer in this special limited-run ballet production.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Winspear Opera House, Dallas

Free Events

FREE Workout with MENT Fitness at Fabletics NorthPark

A free outdoor community workout hosted by MENT Fitness at Fabletics NorthPark Center — no membership required.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 8:30 AM · NorthPark Center, Dallas

Dallas Design District Gallery Night

Stroll through multiple galleries in the Dallas Design District for an evening of art and community in one of the city's most creative neighborhoods.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 5:00 PM · Design District, Dallas

Outdoors & Active

Goat Yoga Dallas at Harwood Park

A fun and quirky outdoor yoga session with friendly goats at Harwood Park — a uniquely Dallas wellness experience.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM · Harwood Park, Dallas

Music & Nightlife

Harmonize Happy Hour

A networking and educational series bringing Dallas-based artists together to learn from music industry professionals — ideal for local musicians.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Dallas

Ray Lau (Early Show)

Comedian Ray Lau headlines a sold-out early show at Dallas Comedy Club in the heart of Deep Ellum.

Friday, September 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Dallas Comedy Club, Deep Ellum