Family events in Greenville, TX

Code Ninjas Rockwall is offering single-day Fall “Break Out Your Creativity” camps for kids. Each day is priced at $85 and includes a lunch and snack break. Themes include LEGO RoboDojo for ages 8 and up, Creative Studio focused on stop motion for ages 10 and up, 3D Studio with Tinkercad for ages 8 and up, and 3D Studio with Blender for ages 10 and up. Use code FALLFUN2026 during registration, and apply SIBLING15 for additional family members. For more information, email rockwalltx@codeninjas.com or text 469-632-7616 in Rockwall, TX.

A cheerful Halloween gathering fills the parking lot at Little Blessings of West Plano with free, family-friendly fun. Highlights include trunk-or-treat candy stops, lighthearted games for all ages, and a raffle. Costumes are encouraged, whether that means spooky characters, superheroes, royalty, or any favorite look. Open to the public, this festive outing offers an easygoing way to enjoy treats and playful activities at no cost.

A Night of Jazz Under the Stars arrives at Red Tail Pavilion in Plano, formerly known as The Amphitheater at Oak Point Park, bringing the community together for live performances that honor the legacy of the internationally recognized Caravan of Dreams. The lineup includes Natural Change Band, Vandell Andrew, Jay Jack & Friends featuring Amber B., and actor and spoken word artist Sekou Calhoun, along with additional performers. Attendees may bring a lawn chair and a cooler, and there will be food trucks plus arts, craft, and apparel vendors on site. Seating options include floor seating that requires guests to bring a lawn chair, lower level reserved general admission that provides a single space measuring about 3 feet wide by 5 feet deep for one lawn chair with added seating along the retaining wall, and upper lawn general admission offered on a first come first served basis where a lawn chair or blanket is recommended for comfort. A VIP package is available with chairs provided, a VIP parking pass, a mini cooler for the pre-show, and other surprise perks. Parking is free on a first come first served basis, with an option to reserve a spot near the main entry. Presented as part of Family Fest DFW, this concert celebrates jazz and welcomes it back into the community under the stars.

Cookston Court hosts the Music on Main Street Series, bringing a variety of performers to an open-air stage. This installment features GOODnGONE with rock-tinged Texas country. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs for seating, and the nearby downtown shops and restaurants offer plenty to explore before or after the music.

Downtown Dallas, Inc. presents an outdoor film series at Main Street Garden that builds toward Halloween with five evenings of horror, camp, and the supernatural. Spanning four decades, the program moves from an early 1980s haunted house tale to a contemporary nightmare, and one night features a double feature. The lineup includes The Witches, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Poltergeist, Addams Family Values with The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and It.

Free, family-friendly movies are presented in the pumpkin patch during Patch Fest. Across multiple evenings, the lineup features Zootopia, Secret Life of Pets, Monsters Inc, and Scooby Doo 2. Screenings are outdoors among the pumpkins.

Discover a market at White Rock where every item is sold by the person who grew it or made it. Local farms bring seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, and eggs. Food crafters share breads, jams, granola, and other small-batch goods, and makers offer soaps, ceramics, jewelry, and more. Shopping here supports local families and small businesses. EBT and WIC are accepted, with SNAP purchases matched up to $30 per day. Look for live music and a welcoming neighborhood feel. The event is pet friendly and stroller friendly and proceeds regardless of weather.

Recognized as the Best Childbirth Class in Dallas, this single-day, comprehensive course is led by two Lamaze-certified instructors with more than 35 years of combined experience. Built on the understanding that birth is a normal and healthy process, the class focuses on preparing couples for a low-intervention, medication-free birth. Topics include how to recognize the start and progression of labor, pain-coping strategies, what to ask when touring a hospital, when an induction is medically warranted, ways to avoid unnecessary interventions, cesarean birth and anesthesia options, getting breastfeeding off to a strong start, breathwork, relaxation and visualization, postpartum recovery, choosing a pediatrician, and navigating the fourth trimester. Enrollment is limited and seats tend to go quickly. Registration is by phone at (214) 484-1737 during business hours, and payment confirms your place. Selecting "going" on the listing does not register you.

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection, known as TCAP, will offer affordable wellness services for cats and dogs at Dallas Animal Services. Services are available on a first come, first served basis. For safety, dogs should arrive on a leash and cats must be in carriers. For pricing details, please check the event flyer or call TCAP at (940) 566-5551.

Celebrate the 22nd anniversary of the Plano International Festival, North Texas's longest-running cultural event. Admission and parking are free. Explore colorful cultural booths and a wide range of vendors, sample international foods, and participate in interactive games. Enjoy a festive showcase of culture, food, and community spirit.

The Royse City Chamber presents FunFest, now in its 36th year. Additional event information will be announced soon. For questions, contact Events@roysecitychamber.com.

This Texas fair themed fall market in downtown Dallas features a full day of shopping, food, and fun. Attendees can browse local vendors for unique finds, enjoy delicious treats, and capture cute photo moments. A Snoopy meet and greet adds to the festivities, and the lively atmosphere takes place outdoors. Free themed tote bags are available for the first 100 guests.

Caturday at the Snuggle Spot takes place inside DPA’s Adoption Container at Community Beer Company and offers an interactive way to meet foster cats available for adoption. Visitors can play with cats and kittens and use a digital matchmaking tool to help find a feline that fits a home. The experience supports cats in the program and brings together the cat loving community.

The third annual Y-Tober Fest at the Lake Highlands Family YMCA offers a family friendly evening of autumn fun and community connection. Enjoy seasonal activities and a warm, festive atmosphere while making memories together. All are welcome.

St. Louis native Jalen Hinton, also known as J.One.8, brings a clean, all ages set to the Mainstage Theater at Dallas Comedy Club. With quick wit and grounded storytelling, he turns ordinary moments into big laughs while keeping the material accessible for everyone. Backed by more than 3 million followers across social platforms, he is known for relatable, family friendly comedy that resonates with multiple generations. The performance delivers lively energy and plenty of feel good humor.

Neo Soul Night Under the Stars returns for its sixth year as part of Family Fest DFW, transforming Red Tail Pavilion, formerly Oak Point Amphitheater, in Plano into a cultural celebration of arts, crafts, and live music. The lineup features Soulful Soundz, Tomea 'Nem, and Kayla E. with Vibe the Band. This community-focused festival highlights family and fatherhood and offers a relaxed picnic-style setting with performances by local and national RnB and neo soul artists. Food trucks and arts and culture vendors will be on site, and guests can bring a personal cooler and a lawn chair to enjoy the show.

As costs rise for caring for dogs and cats, this drive-thru pet food pantry provides practical support by distributing dog food, with a limited amount of cat food available. Registration is required. If the scheduled time does not work, there are options for individual pickups, and assistance is available to connect with other food banks that receive pet food through the Russell H. Perry Pet Resource Center.

The Dallas Soul Food Festival gathers more than 30 food vendors from Dallas, Houston, Kansas, Arkansas, and nearby states for a wide-ranging celebration of southern flavors. Attendees can savor pork chops, oxtails, candied yams, greens, fried chicken, fish, barbecue, funnel cake, turkey legs, and tacos, with vegan and keto options also available. Sample soul food from vendors across the southern region at this flavorful culinary event.

Every Sunday, visitors can enjoy free admission to Irving Archives & Museum. Families and friends can tour the museum, try hands-on activities in Spark!Lab, or spend a laid-back afternoon exploring one of its special exhibitions. Complimentary guided tours of the permanent exhibition are available on the first Sunday of each month. This offer does not apply on Easter Sunday when the museum is closed.

Experience a Halloween market in Deep Ellum that blends cute and creepy, inspired by Hello Kitty and Chucky. Browse local vendors, enjoy food and drinks, and spend a fun afternoon exploring the offerings. A Hello Kitty meet and greet is part of the festivities.

The 5th Annual East Dallas Cotillion is a multi-session program at the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for students in third grade and in fourth through fifth grade. Participants build practical skills for everyday interactions, including making a positive first impression, table manners and dining etiquette, and confident face-to-face communication. The curriculum highlights leadership and courtesy and concludes with a Final Showcase and Parents Night. Formal attire is required, and young ladies must wear short white gloves. Parents are encouraged to take part in the Final Showcase, and photos or video are permitted only during that event. Registration is open.

Take advantage of $25 Tuesdays at Escapology Rockwall, where each player can dive into escape room adventures at a special weekday price. Explore movie-like settings, tackle clever brainteasers, and enjoy an experience reserved solely for your group. It suits an out-of-the-ordinary date, a family outing, after-work team building, or a friends night that puts problem-solving front and center. The cost is $25 per person, and games are always private so your team can focus on cracking clues and racing the clock together.

Children ages 0 to 6 can enjoy a morning open gym with room to move, tumble and explore in a safe setting before nap time. It is a chance for moms to connect while babies and children socialize. Attendees are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and bring trick-or-treat bags. The event features games, candy and prizes.

A festive trunk‑or‑treat gathering offers costumes, decorated car trunks with plenty of candy, and playful spooky fun for all ages. Kids, partners, and friends are all part of the celebration, creating an upbeat evening of treats and Halloween cheer.

Def Leggend, billed as the world’s greatest tribute to Def Leppard, takes the stage for a free Concert by the Lake performance at The Harbor Rockwall. Expect the signature sound, look, and high-energy spirit of the originals, with sing-along favorites like Pour Some Sugar On Me, Photograph, Hysteria, Animal, and Armageddon It, along with more classics. It is a full-throttle rock spectacle made for an evening under the stars.