Here is a list of some ongoing and upcoming events taking place in Plano and online over the next several weeks.
April 24 | Art in the Park in downtown Plano
This one-day, family-friendly arts festival in the Downtown Plano Arts District will feature live music, performances, a makers market, art installations, a beer and wine garden sponsored by Karbach Brewing Co., and more. The Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk will be running concurrently with this event, and tickets will be available in the park. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Haggard Park, 1013 E. 15th St., Plano. www.visitdowntownplano.com
April 24 | Hand lettering workshop at Pipe & Palette
Attendees of this workshop at Pipe & Palette in The Shops at Willow Bend will learn hand-lettering techniques and terms through group instruction and individual practice. Beginners and novices alike will have the opportunity to develop their skills, and all will receive a hand-lettering kit to take home. 6-8 p.m. $60 (includes all supplies). Pipe & Palette, 6121 W. Park Blvd., Ste. C118, Plano. 214-501-2314. www.pipeandpalette.com
April 24; May 1, 8, 15 | Red Tent Farmer's Market
Each Saturday, The Shops at Willow Bend hosts this farmers market, which regularly features more than 20 local vendors. Customers can buy locally grown produce as well as baked goods, salsa, plants, sweet treats and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (entry). 6121 W. Park Blvd., Plano. 972-202-7110. www.shopwillowbend.com
April 29, May 3 | Plano Symphony Orchestra's 'Peter and the Wolf'
The Plano Symphony Orchestra will hold a socially distanced performance of Profokiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” featuring The Ballet Ensemble of Texas. The performance will also include pieces from Beethoven and from the movie “Coco.” 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $10 (includes online children’s lesson). Christ United Methodist Church, 3101 Coit Road, Plano. 972-473-7262. www.planosymphony.org
May 7 | Majestic Soul at The Boardwalk at Granite Park
The soul sextet Majestic Soul will play a free concert at The Boardwalk at Granite Park. Guests will be able to listen to the band as they enjoy the boardwalk’s many restaurants—which are now permitted to sell alcoholic beverages to go—and its waterfront views. COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place, and social distancing will be maintained. 7-9 p.m. Free. 5880 SH 121, Plano. https://boardwalkgranitepark.com
May 7-9, 14-16 | ‘Legally Blonde' at North Texas Performing Arts
North Texas Performing Arts will present its production of the award-winning musical “Legally Blonde,” which follows Elle Woods’ journey through law school. This show is recommended for individuals age 13 and up. 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2:30 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.). Prices TBD. Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W. Park Blvd., Ste. 216, Plano. 972-422-2575. https://northtexasperformingarts.org/tickets
May 8 | Plano AsiaFest
This year’s Plano AsiaFest will be held virtually. The event will include cultural performances, information on Asian artistic traditions and more. Plano AsiaFest will be streamed live on YouTube and on the festival’s website. 11 a.m. Free. Virtual event. https://asianamericanheritage.org
WORTH THE TRIP: May 13-16 | AT&T Byron Nelson Golf Tournament
The AT&T Byron Nelson Golf Tournament will be held at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney. Single-day tickets to attend this stop of the PGA Tour are available, and guests age 17 and younger can attend for free. Prices and event times vary. TPC Craig Ranch, 8000 Collin McKinney Parkway, McKinney. 214-943-9700. www.attbyronnelson.org
Editor's note: This list was current as of April 19 but could change due to coronavirus concerns. Be sure to check the event websites for any updates or changes.
