Events in Garland today

Steppes Artisan features a body-of-work artisan competition that will recognize both a novice champion and the next Steppes Artisan. A dedicated youth display area welcomes young participants to share their projects and creative progress. Adult registration is $30, with a $20 rate available for adult members, and admission is free for ages 0 to 17. Checks may be made payable to SCA Inc./Barony of the Steppes. Preregistration is available. Minors must attend with a parent or legal guardian, or with an adult age 21 or older who has a signed and notarized Minor Event Waiver from the parents.

The Sachse Farmers Market showcases fresh farm produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts, all centered on community, fun, and more.

Season of Smiles Foundation hosts a family friendly morning focused on back to school readiness and celebrating children with summer birthdays. Kids can receive free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last, helping them start the new school year feeling prepared. Festivities include a bounce house, face painting, a balloon artist, giveaways, and refreshments, along with a special appearance by a Lightning McQueen show car. The event is free, and registration is required so organizers can prepare enough supplies and activities. Volunteer opportunities are available for setup, registration, backpack distribution, children’s activities, and cleanup. The foundation’s mission is to bring smiles to children in every season of life.

Acacia Collective offers practical CPR classes presented by Rockwall CPR, with credentialed instructors guiding participants through CPR techniques, AED operation, and effective emergency response. The program welcomes the entire community and suits all experience levels, from first timers to those refreshing their skills. It can help you renew a certification, meet workplace requirements, or gain the confidence to act when needed. Registration is required.

Experience an open-air marketplace filled with local flavor at the Farmers Market at Firewheel. Browse stands stocked with seasonal produce from nearby growers, tangy salsas, small-batch jams and pickles, spice blends, fresh sourdough, and an array of sweet treats. Discover artisan goods like skincare, soaps, body butters, and unique handmade pieces crafted by local makers, along with farm-sourced beef. Food trucks and neighborhood vendors serve hot meals and cold drinks throughout the day, creating an easy place to linger. Between bites and shopping, enjoy complimentary games such as axe throwing, basketball, giant checkers, and cornhole while spending relaxed time with friends and family.

Enjoy a three round tournament with snacks and prize giveaways. More details about scoring and other specifics will be shared soon. Entry is $55, payable via Venmo to @mahjontexas or by Zelle at mahjontexas@gmail.com. Capacity is limited, and refunds are issued only if the spot can be filled.

Bankhead Brewpub hosts Derian, a 24 year old singer songwriter from Texas known for ukulele and acoustic guitar arrangements that span pop punk and Broadway show tunes. He has released his first single titled 'Second to...'.

Adrian, Camille, and the L.A.K.E. Foundation bring a Day of Impact to Hawaiian Waters, combining family fun with community support. Enjoy water park attractions with live music and games while supporting Garland families. When purchasing tickets online, use the code LAKEGIVE to contribute throughout the summer. The Back to School Drive welcomes donations like backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, folders, and more so local students start the year prepared. A Food Drive will also be underway, gathering canned goods, pasta, rice, peanut butter, cereal, and other non-perishable items. Partners include Hawaiian Waters, Jack & Jill of America, and Garland ISD.

Explore the flowing world of alcohol ink in a hands-on class that introduces bright, quick-drying pigments and simple techniques for striking results. Learn to blend hues into smooth gradients, experiment with layered effects and pooled textures, and guide the movement of the ink with tools such as a heat gun, straws, and alcohol. It offers a friendly setting to build a new creative skill and make unique artwork. Open to ages 11 and up, $40 per person, with all materials provided.

Cub Scout Pack 434 hosts a Raingutter Regatta with games, snacks, and drinks, with the regatta as the highlight. Children register for the race, build their own boats, and compete by age group. Prizes are announced. Between races, children can use the playground, making it a family friendly event.

Northside Drafthouse and Eatery hosts karaoke with a catalog of more than 50,000 songs. Choose your favorites, take the mic, and show off your vocals for a fun night of singing.

Every weekend, a friend can visit for free. Present this event at the front desk and the usual $15 guest fee for your friend will be waived. Guests must be at least 18, and all club rules remain in effect. For full details, check with the club.

This easygoing outing invites paddlers to bring a kayak or paddleboard and share a relaxed experience on the water with a friendly community of outdoor enthusiasts. It is welcoming to both newcomers and experienced paddlers. Everyone launches together, keeps a comfortable pace, enjoys the scenery, and has time to connect with others. Many participants choose to go to lunch together after the paddle. A life jacket is required for every participant, and it may be kept within reach rather than worn. Water shoes suited for lake use are strongly encouraged to make launching and landing safer and more comfortable. Please bring water and sunscreen, and come with a positive attitude.

Explore the Farmers Market at Firewheel, an outdoor marketplace featuring fresh locally grown produce, artisan sourdough, sweets, salsas, jams, pickles, seasonings, and local farm-raised beef. Shop skincare, soaps, body butters, and a variety of handmade creations from local artists and makers. Food trucks and vendors serve ready-to-eat dishes and cold drinks so it is easy to enjoy a meal while you browse. Free activities include axe throwing, basketball, giant checkers, cornhole, and more.

RibsU is an instructional and entertaining class focused on the ins and outs of smoking southern-style ribs at home. It introduces six cuts, including beef plate short ribs, beef chuck ribs, beef back ribs, St. Louis style pork ribs, pork baby back ribs, and lamb ribs. The session demonstrates how to turn a rack of spareribs into the St. Louis style, explains techniques for great results, and clarifies when a sweet finish, a dry rub, or a sauced approach makes sense. It also shows how to slice and serve each type so you can bring confident know-how to your home rib cooking.

Pop In & Paint offers a relaxed, self-guided way to get creative. Unlike a traditional paint and sip, you set the pace and select any art piece that sparks your interest. Arrive during the designated Pop In hours or reserve in advance, then settle in to craft your own masterpiece. All materials are provided, along with written or video instructions to guide each step. No experience is required. The format is flexible and welcoming for participants of all ages.

A steering committee meeting at Aladdin Cafe invites input to help plan fall and winter events. The planning session incorporates a Middle Eastern themed experience alongside Aladdin Coffee and Tea Bar, providing a setting for brainstorming and conversation.

Ninja Camp 2026 offers an action filled day for ages 5 to 12 with a mix of warm ups, skill stations, obstacle challenges, lunch, a brief learning reflection, and free play in the arena. Each week features a different educational theme, and campers create arts and crafts that match the topic. No prior ninja experience is needed, and coaches group participants by age with Jr for ages 5 to 7 and PreTeen for ages 8 to 12. Lunch and a snack are included each day, though families may send a sack lunch if they prefer. Registration is flexible. Choose a single day for $85, or save with multi day options at $160 for two days, $240 for three, $300 for four, and $375 for five. The five day option includes a camp kit with a T shirt, headband, and large chalk provided during check in. Parents can select exactly which days their child attends. Safety and logistics are a priority. Pickup requires a government issued ID, and the person collecting a child must be on the authorized list. Capacity is limited to a maximum of 40 campers per age group with a minimum of 3 participants. A participation waiver and Health Intake Form must be completed in advance and can be updated if information changes. Registrations are non refundable, and camp days may be rescheduled at no charge when space is available. Campers should wear clean athletic shoes, bring a water bottle, and arrive with a positive attitude ready to conquer the obstacles. For registration or questions, call 972 485 5800.

A karaoke session featuring sing-along performances to recorded backing tracks. Step up to the mic and share a favorite tune.

Music Bingo pairs familiar hits from multiple decades with a classic game at Guitars & Growlers Richardson. There is no cost to participate, and prizes are awarded in each round. The setting highlights handmade guitars, craft beer from the area, and a community-focused atmosphere, with food and chilled beers available and creativity and craftsmanship on display.

A focused recovery night for athletes and dedicated gym-goers features nervous system and HRV assessments to show how the body is rebounding, along with hands-on modalities that include compression boots to encourage circulation, a sauna session to ease tight muscles, red light therapy to support muscular and cellular recovery, and a cold plunge to help manage soreness and inflammation. Participants move through a structured protocol designed to speed recovery, reduce soreness, and support higher performance. The session also explores how recovery affects training results, including the impact of stress, inadequate rest, and overtraining on muscle growth, strength, endurance, and consistency. Designed for lifters, hybrid athletes, runners, CrossFit and HYROX athletes, and committed gym-goers who want to train hard without burning out. Tickets are $29 per person.

Enjoy a night of live trivia at Guitars & Growlers Richardson. Participation is free, teams may have up to six players, and the top three teams earn prizes. Seating is first come, first served. Each team needs only one smart device to submit answers, so bring a fully charged phone, tablet, or laptop...and consider an external charger in case power runs low.

Music Bingo takes over The Mad Hatter in Richardson with a lively, music-packed game night. Hear quick clips from a wide range of eras and genres, mark matching titles on your card, then call Bingo for a shot at prizes. The event features four rounds, is free to play, and welcomes everyone. Enjoy $3 domestic bottles and wells all night while testing music knowledge with friends and soaking in upbeat playlists.

The Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center is offering a recurring low-cost vaccine clinic to help make essential pet care more accessible for local residents. A $10 VIP bundle is available for both dogs and cats. For dogs, the bundle includes a rabies vaccination, a microchip provided through Friends of Rescue Animals, and a complimentary DAPPv parvo distemper vaccine. For cats, it includes a rabies vaccination, a microchip provided through Friends of Rescue Animals, and a complimentary FVRCP vaccine. With support from Petco Love, the DAPPv and FVRCP core vaccines are available at no cost for anyone who needs them, with no purchase needed, and they can be obtained on their own or combined with rabies and a microchip for the full low-cost package. Service is provided in order of arrival, and early arrival is recommended. Friends of Rescue Animals partners on this clinic and funds the microchips, helping pets remain safe and connected with their families. This clinic is offered monthly.

Explore a relaxed, do-it-yourself painting studio where creativity sets the pace. This self-guided session differs from a typical paint and sip, letting you choose any artwork to create and work at your own rhythm. Stop in during Pop In hours or reserve ahead. All supplies are provided, along with written or video instructions to support each step. No prior experience is needed. The format is flexible and welcoming for every age group, making it easy to craft a piece to be proud of.

Put your trivia skills to the test at Dog Haus Biergarten Richardson. Headtilt Entertainment hosts multiple rounds as teams face off for prizes. It is free to play, and the atmosphere blends great food, cold drinks, and lots of laughs with friendly competition.

Good Vibes Bar & Grill hosts music bingo with cash awards.

Explore the Garland Landmark Museum’s newest exhibit, Making a Splash in Garland, which spotlights the city’s history of innovative swimming pools and the achievements of a nationally awarded synchronized swimming team.

A casual coffee and breakfast gathering at Tanya's Cafe focuses on friendly conversation and plenty of laughs. Attendees can enjoy a cup of coffee or a bite to eat while connecting with others in a relaxed setting.

A monthly forum focused on exchanging deals and investment insights brings together brokers and investors from across the Eastern Dallas Metroplex. Built for practitioners rather than vendors, it centers on moving active opportunities, surfacing off-market possibilities, and cultivating relationships that lead to tangible transactions and steady deal flow. The program features a guest talk by Matt Wavering, director at Sachse EDC, along with targeted networking that connects brokers and investors and dedicated conversation around off-market activity. Professionals across retail, land, industrial, investment sales, multifamily, office, and commercial investment are welcome from throughout East Dallas. The gathering takes place at Lake Flying Saucer in Garland, Texas. Light bites and beer and wine tickets are available to participants. It is guided by a simple idea, that conversations in the right rooms move markets and the right introductions can create real momentum.

Challenge Entertainment hosts live trivia at Civil Pour Coffee + Beer in Richardson. Teams collaborate at their tables to answer questions spanning sports, history, music, science, and more while enjoying the venue’s food and drinks. There is no cost to participate.

Weekly team trivia at Civil Pour Coffee + Beer in Richardson features live games hosted by Challenge Entertainment. Participation is free, and prizes are awarded each week to the night’s champions. Enjoy food while tackling challenging questions in a friendly, competitive atmosphere.

Campers step into the spotlight at the Plaza Theatre in Garland, Texas for an evening of performances that blend Kpop covers with original choreography created under the guidance of guest instructors. This showcase reflects weeks of dedication, growth, rehearsals, and training, celebrating a shared love of dance, the talents developed, and the community built through the summer.

At The Billiard Den in Richardson, music bingo mixes a playlist of familiar tunes with classic bingo fun. Songs are played while participants scan their cards for matches, mark them off, complete a winning pattern, and call out bingo to earn a prize. It is free to play, with prizes awarded in every round. Pub-style bites and cold drinks are available to keep the good times going. The easygoing format works well for groups, date nights, and anyone looking to start the weekend vibe a little early.