Everything happening in Plano this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: September 1, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Events Local artists donate original artwork hidden throughout Downtown Plano for the public to find and keep for free. A beloved community tradition celebrating local creativity.
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Family Guests receive a lantern kit, personalize it with a message or intention, enjoy live music and food, then release lanterns across the water at sunset in a shared community moment.
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Faith Prince of Peace Catholic Parish hosts its annual faith formation registration open house for the 2026–2027 year, with programs available for children, youth, and adults in this vibrant community of over 3,000 families.
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Faith Grace Church Plano launches its full fall season with new LifeGroups meeting Sunday mornings, specialty small groups, GraceKids programming, and the Bloom women's event — something for every stage of life.
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Sports A Labor Day tradition featuring sprint triathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, and youth tri/splash-and-dash distances for all ages. Hosted by Tri-Now at Oak Point Recreation Center pool and trails.
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Faith Legacy Church launches its full fall lineup of events, Bible studies, small groups, ministries, and missions for the 2026–2027 year, with dedicated programming for kids, preteens, and students.
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Dining A tropical-themed outdoor event in Downtown Plano featuring live music, food and drink vendors, and a festive atmosphere in the heart of the arts district.
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Shopping A themed outdoor vendor market in the heart of Downtown Plano's arts district featuring local makers, boutique vendors, and a festive Disco Cowgirl vibe. A great opportunity to shop small and support local artisans.
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Faith A welcoming, no-pressure morning for adults curious about the Catholic faith or seeking to follow Jesus more closely. Meet others on the journey and learn about the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program.
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Dining One of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Southwest, held just minutes from Plano. Features polka bands, German food and bier, dachshund races, kids' games, and more across four days.
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Sports A community 5K run/walk in Plano supporting health and wellness. Virtual option available for those who cannot attend in person.
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Sports The official run of the Plano Balloon Festival, held on the final morning of the festival weekend. Runners enjoy the scenic Oak Point Park course with hot air balloons overhead at dawn.
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Shopping View over 300 beautifully crafted quilts, enjoy the Mini Quilt Auction, explore special exhibits, and shop with a variety of vendors. Children 12 and under are free.
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Sports Annual community road race hosted by the Plano Pacers running club, offering 5-mile, 2-mile, and 1K distances through Oak Point Park's scenic trails.
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Family The Fall Plano Train Show returns with family-friendly interactive model train layouts, vendors, and exhibits for enthusiasts of all ages. Children 12 and under are free.
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Faith A family-friendly monthly gathering where priests share personal stories and teachings followed by an open Q&A — held at Rodeo Goat restaurant on the last Wednesday of each month. Open to all, including those curious about the Catholic faith.
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Family The largest, longest-running multicultural festival in North Texas, bringing the sights, sounds, and tastes of the world to Plano since 2005. Features cultural booths, performances, children's activities, and a wellness fair.
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Shopping Plano Parks & Recreation hosts this popular community-wide garage sale where residents can rent tables to sell household items, clothing, collectibles, and more under one roof.
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Faith A guided monthly holy hour of Eucharistic Adoration specifically designed for children, giving young parishioners an opportunity to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament through age-appropriate prayer and reflection.
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Events Plano Parks & Recreation's annual fair connecting seniors with local health, wellness, and community service resources. Features vendor booths, health screenings, and informational sessions.
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Events Fullness of Truth's annual Fall DFW Catholic Family Conference features nationally known Catholic speakers, a large Catholic bookstore and gift shop, and programming for the whole family.
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Shopping Shop over 130 local vendor and crafter booths featuring handmade gifts, boutique clothing, fall décor, Christmas decorations, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind finds — all indoors. Santa on-site all weekend.
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Family Learn what life was like for early Texas settlers through live demonstrations of pioneer crafts and skills. Try farm chores including washing laundry, plowing a field, feeding chickens, and milking Buttermilk the mechanical cow.
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Faith Fullness of Truth's annual Fall DFW Catholic Family Conference brings nationally recognized Catholic speakers, workshops, and the largest traveling Catholic bookstore and gift shop to Plano for a full weekend of faith formation.
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Events A Halloween-themed outdoor festival in the heart of the Downtown Plano Arts District packed with eerie entertainment, live music, food, and fall fun for all ages.
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Family A vibrant celebration of Asian cultures in Plano featuring cultural performances, authentic cuisine, art, and community booths representing countries from across Asia.
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Events The Plano Symphony Orchestra presents a fall masterworks program with music director Stilian Kirov and guest pianist Sean Chen, known for his 'alluring, colorfully shaded renditions' (New York Times).
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Family Plano Parks & Recreation's annual Halloween celebration for families, featuring trick-or-treating, costume contests, games, and fall activities for children of all ages.
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Sports A scenic half marathon winding through over 800 acres of Oak Point Nature Preserve and Bob Woodruff Park on fully paved trails through woodland oaks, Blackland prairie, and along creeks.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Family Interactive programs designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups at the historic Heritage Farmstead. Each session explores farm life through hands-on activities appropriate for young children.
Visit Website → Faith A faith formation group for mothers meeting twice monthly on Tuesdays, featuring a free breakfast, a short video on core Christian faith topics, and meaningful small-group discussion.
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Faith Weekly Wednesday evening Bible study open to the congregation and community, running from August through December 2026. FBC Plano also offers Sunday services at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Visit Website → Faith Weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place after the 8:30 AM Friday Mass and concludes with Benediction at 11:30 AM. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is a stewardship parish serving over 4,000 families in Plano.
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