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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here is a list of five events happening in and around the Dallas-Fort Worth area Oct. 9-11.
This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.
1. Friday Night Market in Plano
Residents can enjoy dinner at one of the The Boardwalk at Granite Park restaurants before browsing handmade goods from local artisans and makers at Plano’s Friday Night Market.
The event also offers drinks, entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere for friends and families.
Oct. 9, 6-10 p.m.
Free (admission)
5800 SH 121, Plano
2. Downtown Denton Spooky Spirits Stroll
Guests can stroll through Downtown Denton while visiting local businesses and sampling spooky, handcrafted drinks at more than 10 stops. The event also offers a chance to explore Halloween decorations, shops, restaurants and public art.
Oct. 10, 1-4 p.m.
$30 online, $35 on Oct. 10
125 E. Oak St., Denton
Ratrodtober will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a showcase of rat rods, hot rods, classic cars, muscle cars and motorcycles, along with live music, local vendors and craft beer at TUPPS Brewery.
The event will bring automotive enthusiasts together to display their builds, share stories and celebrate car culture.
Oct. 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free (admission)
402 E. Louisiana St., McKinney
Residents can browse more than 50 vendors offering artisan goods, boutique fashions, jewelry, soaps, candles, fall decor and other unique finds at PGA Frisco’s outdoor Fall Market.
Kids can also get creative with pumpkin-decorating activities. Pumpkins are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
$22.45
3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
5. Barktober Bash in Grapevine
Dog lovers can meet adoptable furry friends from Grapevine Animal Services and participate in a Halloween pet costume contest at Liberty Park’s Barktober Bash.
The event will also include opportunities to support local shelter animals, with the costume contest benefiting Grapevine Animal Services.
Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Free (admission)
201 S. Main St., Grapevine
