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What to do in North Texas | April 30th – May 3rd
NASCAR in Dallas – More Details
• NASCAR rolls through the Lone Star State May 1-3, 2026!
• SpeedyCash.com 250, the Andys Frozen Custard 340 AND the WÜRTH 400 all happening this weekend
• Location: Texas Motor Speedway
• May 3 – Pre-Race Concert with Chris Janson
MAYFEST – More Details
• Today (April 30) through May 3
• Location: Trinity Park in Fort Worth (biggest celebration of community)
• Four days of live music, festival food, carnival rides, performing arts, pet adoptions, more than 100 Art and Gift Market vendors, free children’s activities, special attractions, etc.
• PLUS… FREE ADMISSION THURSDAY: As a thank you to the public for your continued support, Mayfest will have FREE ADMISSION on Thursday, April 30 to all patrons
Dallas Margarita Festival – More Details + Tickets
• May 2nd from 1-6pm
• Location: The Village
• Your entry ticket includes TEN 3.5oz margarita samples—the largest pours allowed by law—each served over ice by Dallas’s top bars and restaurants…attendees decide whose margarita is best… winning bar/restaurant wins $1,000!
• Plus, live DJ, street food vendors, beer garden and a chance to win a dream trip to Mexico… portion of proceeds supports children’s charities
Fiesta de Mayo – More Details + Tickets
• May 2nd at 1pm
• Location: Texas Live
• Live music, a Selena tribute band, DJs, plus custom margaritas, themed food
offerings, swag giveaways, and nonstop entertainment all afternoon long
*FREE* Irving Cinco de Mayo Party – More Details + VIP Tickets
• May 2nd from 12-10pm
• Location: Toyota Music Factory
• Live music and DJs, food trucks + street tacos (available to purchase), access to margarita tents, market vendors and giveaways
• All ages welcome – need to be 21+ to purchase alcohol
*FREE* Irving Cinco de Mayo Party – More Details + VIP Tickets
• May 2nd from 12-10pm
• Location: Toyota Music Factory
• Live music and DJs, food trucks + street tacos (available to purchase), access to margarita tents, market vendors and giveaways
• All ages welcome – need to be 21+ to purchase alcohol
*FREE* Cinco de Mayo at Dallas Farmer’s Market – More Details
• May 2nd and May 3rd
• Location: Dallas Farmer’s Market
• Featuring drink specials, mechanical bull rides, vibrant folklórico dance
performances + activities for the kids
Tres de Mayo – More Details on their Instagram
• Sunday, May 3rd
• Location: Columbian Country Club
• Specialty menu (Latin-inspired cocktails and dishes) available through 5/10
*FREE* Cinco De Mayo (Fort Worth) – More Details on their Instagram
• Saturday, May 2
• Location: Landmark Bar & Kitchen (Fort Worth)
• Parking Lot Party = $2 Margs and tacos until 2pm, $5 margs all day
• Plus, margarita Tents featuring different flavors, live DJ, Street Tacos, Food Trucks,
Market Vendors and more!
*FREE* Cinco De Mayo (Fort Worth) – More Details on their Instagram
• Saturday, May 2
• Location: Landmark Bar & Kitchen (Fort Worth)
• Parking Lot Party = $2 Margs and tacos until 2pm, $5 margs all day
• Plus, margarita Tents featuring
KENTUCKY DERBY (May 2nd)
Note: Main race place at approx. 5:30pm CT
Kentucky Derby Day at Lone Star Park – More Details + Tickets
• May 2nd
• Location: Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie
• First Live Race at 1:35pm… Kentucky Derby Simulcast at approx. 5:30pm
• GA admission is $20, general parking is free
• $500 prizes for best Derby hats (most stylish + most creative)
• Live music noon–5 PM
• Family-friendly: petting zoo, pony rides, and games
Run for the Races at Chelsea Corner – More Details on their Instagram
• May 2nd
• Location: Chelsea Corner
• Watch party + best dressed contest, raffles, prizes, derby drink features
• P.s. not sure if you knew this, but they also have Movie Night every Tuesday on their
patio!
Derby Day Party – More Details on their Instagram
• May 2nd from 12-4pm
• Location: Columbian Country Club
• Elevated Derby-inspired fun… think statement hats for the ladies and tailored blazers for the men
• Specialty cocktails, cigar roller, flower wall for photo ops
6th Annual Rose Soirée at Hotel Vin (Grapevine) – More Details
• May 2nd
• Location: Hotel Vin
• Think pink… ultimate rosé-infused celebration, where over 25 vendors will be pouring an irresistible selection of the finest pink wines
• Falling on Derby Day, festive flair is encouraged—think statement hats, standout
style, and a touch of Southern charm
Cool Thursdays Concert Series (continues) – More Details
• Tonight (April 30): Purple Madness The Prince Tribute Band
• Location: Dallas Arboretum
• Gates open 6pm and concerts begin at 7:30pm… all ages
First Free Saturdays – More Details
• This Saturday, May 2
• Discover a day of fun for the whole family at the Nasher every first Saturday of the
month. Each month offers hands-on activities, local artists, and short guided tours
for all ages, with free admission all day (11am-5pm)
SAVOR – More Details
• Today (April 30) through May 3
• Location: OMNI PGA Frisco
• Four-day celebration of food, drinks, and unforgettable moments. Think celebrity
sightings, next-level cocktails, and chef-driven experiences all in one place
NEW IN DFW:
The Rustic Half-Off Fridays – More Details
• Every Friday after 9PM, all drinks are half-price. Craft cocktails, beer, wine…
whatever you’re drinking, it’s 50% off.
Ospi — Opens May 1
• Opening in the former Meddlesome Moth space in Dallas’ Design District
• California-born all-day Italian restaurant co-owned by Top Chef contestant Jackson Kalb.
• He originally founded the concept in Venice, California, with a “menu centered around handmade pastas, crispy romana-tonda pizzas, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.”
• @StensInTheCity got a sneak peek and it’s easily one of her top favorite restaurants
in Dallas now… everything was SOOOOO good. Reel coming soon to her Instagram
with full review!
Hotel Soma — Now Open
• A brand-new boutique hotel just opened (May 1)
• Think two-story casitas—about 500 square feet—designed for a calm, elevated stay in South Main Village. Private entrances, fully digital check-in… you can just show up, settle in, and skip the typical hotel hassle.
• They also have airstreams… available to book beginning June 1
• Reservations to book are live, too!
• Location: 454 Cleveland Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
• @StensInTheCity approved… click here for my sneak peek
Flock & Fresh — Opens May 2
• A new chef-driven fast-casual spot opening in Old Town Shopping Center on Greenville Avenue
• The owner of Nuri Steakhouse and JOA Grill (as well as CEO of Smoothie King), Wan Kim, is debuting this fast-casual chicken tender concept
• Menu includes chicken tenders, sandwiches, and salad
