Dallas, TX · Weekend of 2026-10-02
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State Fair Returns alongside Pro Hockey and Arena Rodeo
The metroplex enters an epic weekend defined by the return of a massive regional tradition and professional sports. Although heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast through Saturday, there are plenty of indoor alternatives across comedy and theater to consider. Use the cooler window early Sunday morning if you are planning to spend time at the fairgrounds.
High temperatures hover between 79 and 82 degrees with heavy rain and thunderstorms likely on Friday and Saturday. The best outdoor window is early Sunday morning, which brings the weekend's coolest overnight low of 64 degrees.
⚠ Flood Watch in effect until Friday 7:00 AM (National Weather Service)
If you only do one thing
State Fair of Texas is at Fair Park in Dallas. On the published calendar for this weekend. The listing puts you in the room at Fair Park. The strongest listed alternative is Ian Fidance at Addison Improv in Addison, listed from $27.69; its details are in the shortlist below.
Know before you go: Official parking $25/day; online tickets add a $2 fee; adults/seniors $20 (kids $10) after 5pm Fri-Sun.
The Shortlist
Fri 7:30 PM · Addison Improv · $27.69-$237.81
The comedian Ian Fidance performs sets at the Addison Improv in Addison.
Pro move: Tickets for these performances are listed between $27.69 and $237.81.
Fri 8:00 PM · Bass Performance Hall (Fort Worth)
A theatrical performance of Casanova takes place at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth.
Pro move: The Friday performance is listed to start at 8:00 PM.
Fri 8:00 PM · American Airlines Center
Professional hockey returns to the American Airlines Center as the Dallas Stars face the St. Louis Blues.
Pro move: The game is scheduled for Friday at 8:00 PM.
Fri 7:45 PM · Dickies Arena (Fort Worth)
The PBR Teams Series Rattler Days brings competitive rodeo action to Dickies Arena in Fort Worth.
Pro move: Friday's session is listed to begin at 7:45 PM.
Fri 7:00 PM · Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium (Fort Worth)
TCU Horned Frogs Womens Soccer hosts the Cincinnati Bearcats at Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium in Fort Worth.
Pro move: This Friday match has a listed start time of 7:00 PM.
Fri 1:00 PM · Fort Worth Convention Center
Jurassic Quest brings its display of dinosaurs to the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth.
Pro move: The Friday entry begins at 1:00 PM.
Choose Your Mode
Sporty
Stockyards Championship Rodeo · Experience a traditional rodeo setting at the Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth.
Culture
Phylicia Dshea · Phylicia Dshea performs a comedy set at Punch Line Irving.
Family Fun
Family Magic & Comedy for All Ages · This magic and comedy show in Arlington is tailored for all ages.
Weekend at a Glance
Fri 9:00 PM · Downtown Dallas Comedy - Featuring Jay Lamont [Arts]
Plan Ahead
Boz Scaggs (Tickets are available for this performance at the Majestic Theatre.)
Cash Money & No Limit Tour (Booking is open for this tour stop at American Airlines Center.)
At the Movies
Digger · A comedy following a powerful man on a mission to prove he is humanity's savior.
Ghost in the Cell · Enemy gangs and corrupt guards must cooperate when an invisible force begins a brutal spree in a notorious prison.
Verity · A ghostwriter hired to finish a bestselling author's novels discovers a mystery within the Crawford family.
Streaming This Weekend
#1 Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story: Season 1 [Netflix] · A horror series following the story of Lizzie Borden on Netflix.
#2 Jo Koy: Blue in the Face [Netflix] · Comedian Jo Koy returns with a new stand-up special.
#3 The Perfect Lie: Season 1 [Netflix] · A new season of suspenseful drama arrives on the platform.
Keep your umbrella close for the Friday and Saturday events, and enjoy the variety of entertainment across the metroplex this weekend.
The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas (now known as Texas A&M) opens as the first public college in Texas, Oct 4, 1876.
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