DFW Thanksgiving Week Packed with Fun Events, from Turkeytrot to Nutcracker Ballet

26/11/2025 3 min
DFW Thanksgiving Week Packed with Fun Events, from Turkeytrot to Nutcracker Ballet

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Dallas-Fort Worth listeners, there’s no shortage of fun this Thanksgiving week and weekend, so let’s get right into what’s happening all across DFW.The festivities kick off bright and early Thanksgiving morning with the Celina Turkey Trot 5K. Throw on your most ridiculous turkey outfit for this lively dash, complete with music, awards, and a 1-mile fun walk. It’s family-friendly and supports Lovepacs, helping feed kids in need. That’s at 127 North Ohio Street in Celina, starting Thursday at 7:45 a.m.After a morning of running or just feasting, this Friday and all weekend, head to downtown McKinney for their annual Home for the Holidays celebration. You’ll find visits with Santa, a carousel, festive foods, and a dazzling Christmas tree lighting on Friday at 6:15 p.m. The whole square will be buzzing with live entertainment and holiday cheer, and admission is free.Plano’s Heritage Farmstead Museum invites you to their Lights on the Farm event every evening from Friday through December 23. Stroll through twinkling lights, sip on cocoa, roast s’mores, and soak in live music, perfect for a cozy night out. Tickets are available for both kids and adults.Fans of classic holiday performances won’t want to miss Chamberlain Ballet’s The Nutcracker at the Eisemann Center in Richardson, with showtimes Friday evening and Saturday and Sunday matinees. Experience timeless ballet, stunning costumes, and a little holiday magic.For something truly hands-on, check out the Touring Chocolatier in Flower Mound on Friday and Saturday. You’ll get to create your own chocolate bar, choosing the base and toppings, and of course, sampling along the way.If shopping is your holiday tradition, the Comerica Bank Holiday Market pops up outdoors at Kaleidoscope Park in Frisco this Saturday. Think handmade gifts, wonderful winter treats, and a chance to support local makers, all with free admission.Night owls and music lovers, Plaza Mexico in Fort Worth is cranking up the volume Wednesday night with the Elegante Tour Huapangos y Norteñas. Enjoy live performances from Conjunto Rienda Real and other regional favorites—perfect for dancing away those pre-holiday jitters.Comedy fans, Funky Room in Fort Worth is rolling out a hilarious slate all weekend, from Wednesday’s Whiskey + Laughs showcase to Friday’s Black Friday Pre Game and the wild 10 p.m. “Return To Sender: The Worst Gifts Ever Comedy Roast.” End your weekend with Sunday Funday Comedy Jam for one last laugh before Monday creeps in.Sports enthusiasts, AT&T Stadium hosts the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving classic Thursday at 3:30 p.m., and rodeo fans can check out the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at Fort Worth Stockyards the same day.With all this happening, there’s something for everyone—from festive strolls to full-on belly laughs, shopping sprees to ballet. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe for more local DFW fun. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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