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The Best Memorial Day Weekend Events in Dallas-Fort Worth (2026)

May 14, 2026 · Admin

Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer in Texas. From lakeside concerts and taco rides to massive BBQ festivals, here are the best local events happening across Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer in Texas, and there is no better place to celebrate than right here in Dallas-Fort Worth. Whether you are looking to enjoy live music on a patio, check out some classic cars, or spend a day at the races, the metroplex is packed with incredible ways to spend your long weekend.

Skip the out-of-town traffic this year. We have combed through the DFW Pulse directory to bring you the ultimate guide to the best events happening in our own backyard this Memorial Day Weekend.

Friday: Kick Off the Weekend with Live Music

Start your long weekend with great tunes and cold drinks. DFW has some fantastic live music options to set the mood for summer.

  • Memorial Day Weekend at Community Beer Co.
  • When: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM (Runs through May 24 at 9:00 PM)
  • Where: Community Beer Company, 3110 Commonwealth Dr., Dallas
  • Join Community Beer Company for a massive weekend filled with free live music, cold craft drinks, and laid-back hangs at their sprawling taproom.
  • Kevin Fowler at Billy Bob's in Fort Worth
  • When: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10:00 PM
  • Where: Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plz, Fort Worth
  • If you want a true Texas Friday night, head to the World's Largest Honky Tonk to catch Kevin Fowler live. This 18+ show guarantees an incredible night of country music and entertainment.
  • Charlie's Memorial Day Weekend
  • When: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM (Runs through May 24 at 10:00 PM)
  • Where: Charlie's Lakeside Bar and Grill, 1481 E Hill Park, Lewisville
  • Bring your friends and come thirsty! Charlie's is hosting an outdoor, lakeside festival featuring live music all weekend long.

Saturday: Tacos, Trails, and Thrills

Get active and experience the diverse energy of DFW, from beginner-friendly biking to massive stadium events.

  • Eastside Taco Ride - May 2026
  • When: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM
  • Where: White Rock Alehouse & Brewery, 7301 Gaston Ave, Dallas
  • This relaxed, beginner-friendly social bike ride starts near beautiful White Rock Lake and heads to some of the best taco spots around Dallas. It is the perfect way to get some sunshine and meet new people.
  • The American Rodeo
  • When: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 12:30 PM
  • Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Drive, Arlington
  • Experience the absolute thrill of The American Rodeo inside the climate-controlled Globe Life Field. Prepare for an action-packed afternoon showcasing the elite athletes of rodeo sports.

Sunday: BBQ & Boot Stompin'

Take it easy on Sunday with fantastic food and festive community gatherings.

  • 7th Annual Boots & BBQ Fest at Legacy Hall
  • When: Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 1:30 PM
  • Where: Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano
  • Get ready for some star-spangled sizzle! Legacy Hall is hosting its massive annual Boots & BBQ Fest, featuring incredible food options from their vendors and boot-stompin' beats in the Box Garden.

Monday: Classic Cars and Million-Dollar Races

Close out the long weekend with some high-octane excitement and community support.

  • Jerry’s Chevrolet Memorial Day Monday Classic Car Show
  • When: Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Where: Jerry's Chevrolet of Burleson, 925 N Burleson Blvd, Burleson
  • Walk through an incredible showcase of beautiful classic cars. Not only is it a great morning activity, but the event also supports local children and families in need for the upcoming Christmas season.
  • Lone Star Million Day
  • When: Monday, May 25, 2026 at 1:35 PM
  • Where: Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Pkwy, Grand Prairie
  • Finish the weekend at the biggest race day of the year in Texas. Lone Star Million Day features six stakes races totaling an incredible $1.2-Million. It is the richest Thoroughbred day of racing in the state.


Here is the full list of Memorial Day Weekend events happening across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Click on any event to view the full details, locations, and ticket information:


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