Despite Halloween being right around the corner, the rest of the month of October is filled with numerous opportunities to enjoy what communities across DFW have to offer.
Carrollton
The City of Carrollton is hosting a Movie on the Square night on Friday, Oct. 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at 1106 S. Broadway St., Carrollton. The featured movie will be the Halloween themed Hocus Pocus starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker in the family-friendly 1993 cult classic. The film will begin at 8 p.m. preceded by a 20-minute episode of It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown at sunset and a free mini-pumpkin giveaway and painting at 6:30 p.m. Admission to the event is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfort. More information can be found here.
The 8th annual Festival at the Switchyard is taking place Saturday, Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Historic Downtown Carrollton at 1106 South Broadway Street, Carrollton. Admission to the event is free and family-friendly. It will feature free concerts headlined by nationally-recognized acts The Toadies and Everclear, rides, games, activities for children, food vendors, a beer garden, craft booths, and much more. More information on the festival can be found here.
Dallas
Pike West Commerce and Little D Markets are hosting Commerce Street Night Market: Halloween Edition on Friday, Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 444 W Commerce St, Dallas. The event feature musicians, local artisans, and more than 35 vendors to showcase what the community’s best local businesses are creating and facilitating. Beverages, outdoor games, food, and live music will also be available for attendees. The event is free for all ages and dog friendly. More information on the market can be found here.
The Latino Cultural Center and The Meet Shop OC are hosting a Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Latino Cultural Center at 2600 Live Oak St, Dallas. Attendees are encouraged to bring the entire family to enjoy music, sugar skulls, face painting, and other fun activities. Galleries displaying artwork and altars in recognition of the Day of the Dead will also be feature. Admission to the event is free and open to all. Call 214-671-0045 for more information.
KVVR and its partners are hosting the Oaklawn Halloween Block Party 2017 on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the corner of Cedar Springs Rd and Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. The event will feature a costume contest, a live DJ, food, alcoholic beverages, and much more. All bars will be open on the strip for those 21 years of age or older. Admission to the event is free. More information on the event can be found here.
Barnes & Noble Dallas – Lincoln Park is hosting a Jenna Bush Hager & Barbara Pierce Bush Book Singing on Sunday, Nov. 5 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 7700 W Northwest Hwy, Suite 300, Dallas. The First Daughters will be signing copies of their memoir “Sisters First” – a book which takes readers on an insightful, personal journey behind the scenes of their lives and the life of the famous Bush family. More information for the event can be found here.
Farmers Branch
First Baptist Church Farmers Branch is hosting Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. right next door to Farmers Branch City Hall. The event will provide families to celebrate Halloween in a fun and safe environment. Candy, crafts, games, and other activities will be included at the event. Admission is free. More information on the event can be found here.
Garland
Firewheel Town Center and First Baptist Garland is hosting Fall Festival 2017 on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 245 Cedar Sage Dr, Garland. Children are encouraged to come in their favorite Halloween costumes and enjoy the carnival booths, crafts, balloons, activities, and candy giveaways at the festival. Admission to the festival is free. More information on the event can be found here.
McKinney
The McKinney Police Department is partnering with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office to host a Drug Take Back Event on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Public Safety Building at 2200 Taylor Burk Dr., McKinney. The event is taking place in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Nationwide Drug Take-Back event held twice a year. It will participants to safely dispose of all unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs. The event is free and anonymous and not limited to only McKinney residents. More information on the event can be found here.
Plano
The Carpatho-Rusyn Society’s Dallas Chapter is hosting Read and Write Rusyn on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Environmental Education Center at 4116 W. Plano Parkway, Plano. The event will help attendees enrich their knowledge and understanding of Carpatho-Rusyn heritage by introducing them to the Cyrillic alphabet and language. It will also feature an “Alphabet Pot Luck Lunch” including kolbasi and drinks, with attendees being asked to bring a side-dish for lunch that begins with the first letter of their surname or to make a donation instead. Admission to the event is free. More information can be found here.
Portrait Innovations is offering families the chance to get Free Professional Portraits done from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Polo Towne Crossing at 2108 North Dallas Parkway, Suit 216 A, Plano. Parents will receive two free 5x7s as well as digital versions of their portrait. Kids in costumes can take free portraits, and there will be plenty of candy handed out as well. The same opportunity will be provided for families at the Hillside Village location at 305 W. FM 1382, Suite 716, Cedar Hill.
Richardson
Richardson Parks & Recreation is hosting the 41st Huffhines Arts Trails on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1500 Apollo Rd, Richardson. The event will showcase the hand work of more than 150 artists and craftsman for both viewing and purchase. A Craft Beer Garden will be the scene of live music and dancing as well as craft brews, wines, and food options. Activities for children will also be available including an autumn scavenger hunt. Admission and parking are free for attendees. More information for the event can be found here.
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