Family events in Mesquite, TX

Babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers can enjoy a themed activity followed by library playtime. Little ones can practice crawling and play with a variety of toys as they stretch their muscles.

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Celebrate kindness and community at Nebbie Williams Elementary with an evening of carnival-style games, an art show, and a second-grade performance. A general PTO meeting will take place in the cafeteria. Fire Loven Pizza will be available, along with drinks, snacks, and candy for purchase. Students are encouraged to bring food donations for Helping Hands, with each grade level assigned an item to contribute. The grade that donates the most cans wins.

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Explore a glowing seasonal wonderland with more than 2 million twinkling lights, dazzling lantern displays, and larger-than-life themed areas. Enjoy visits with Santa, a Holiday Maze, cozy holiday igloos, festive photo opportunities, live musical performances, and seasonal treats.

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Enjoy a free family movie night with the Shugart community. Bring lawn chairs and the kids, and pick up nachos, hot dogs, or other snacks for sale. PTA membership supports more events and opportunities for students and families; volunteering is not required.

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A welcoming Momentum gathering for single mothers focuses on connection, encouragement, and community grounded in faith. Attendees can meet others, share experiences, and learn more about Momentum. This free gathering includes dinner and childcare, and children are welcome. Registration in advance is requested to assist planning. For questions, contact janet_e_garcia@yahoo.com or momentumcatholicsinglemothers@gmail.com.

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Take a well deserved break while the kids enjoy a night of snacks, games, and fun at a parent night out youth fundraiser hosted at New Hope. Children from babies through sixth grade are welcome. The cost is $30 per family. Many families use this time to get a head start on holiday shopping while their kids are having a great time. All proceeds support New Hope Youth Summer Camp 2027.

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Enjoy a family movie night on the patio featuring BOLT, along with FRESH grill favorites and delicious snacks.

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The Lone Star Open Horse Show welcomes all breeds and offers a wide range of classes, including halter, liberty, lead line, walk and whoa, saddle seat, hunt seat, western, ranch riding, sport horse in hand and under saddle, hunter hack, and trail. Jackpot classes offer prizes up to $200, and a ride-a-buck fun class is also featured. Show attire is not required, and training tack is permitted. Riders aged 18 and under must wear helmets, and a negative Coggins is required. Registration is available at the show, with preregistration recommended for large groups.

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Browse a variety of local vendors offering fresh produce, pasture-raised meats, artisan baked goods, handmade items, and more. This open-air market provides a relaxed, family-friendly setting to explore unique products, support small businesses, and enjoy a bite.

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The Cox Elementary PTA Family Fun Run offers a family-friendly morning of running, bouncing, and browsing vendor booths. Activities include a bounce house, age-based races, and a classic car show.

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The Soulful Scholars Network Homeschool Children’s Business Fair offers homeschool children an opportunity to develop business ideas, sell their products or services, and practice entrepreneurship while connecting with other homeschool families. The fair will take place in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

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Santa Claus is making a special stop at Happy Harbor for free pictures. Everyone is welcome, whether they are current patients or simply looking to share in the holiday cheer. Children are encouraged to bring their holiday wish lists to share with Santa.

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Taking place on the second Saturday of each month, this farmers market features farm fresh produce, baked goods, artisan crafts, and a focus on community and fun. Explore a mix of items from various vendors and discover even more as you browse.

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Enjoy a family-friendly petting zoo event featuring animals, local vendors, crafts, food, bubbles, and more. Visitors can explore The Learning Experience – Sachse, meet the team, and learn about the center. The event is open to the public, and signing up at the event includes one week free.

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Volunteer at the 11th Annual Thanksgiving Blessing and help serve families in need this Thanksgiving.

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Planning to show swine this season? This validation is for you. Be sure to attend livestock meetings with the advisors and booster club meetings, where helpful information is shared.

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The Forney Police Department and Community Life Church Forney are teaming up for a family-friendly holiday celebration featuring crafts, food, bounce houses, music, local vendors, Santa, and more. Attendees can take part in a food and coat drive for a chance to win two Dallas Cowboys tickets. All vendor booth fees will benefit Special Olympics Texas, and Carter BloodCare will host a blood drive with plush blankets available to donors while supplies last.

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Kaufman Eats Foodie Festival, presented by TG Eats, turns Forney into a countywide celebration of flavor and community. Expect a packed lineup of food trucks and culinary vendors, a live DJ with music, a bustling mix of art and retail booths, and games and activities suitable for all ages. Admission and parking are free, with a big turnout anticipated, so arriving ready to sample plenty of dishes is encouraged. Residents from across Kaufman County and neighboring cities are welcome, and local food trucks, makers, retailers, and small businesses can take part through the event’s vendor program.

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This free, interactive community experience explores heritage, health, identity, family history, and reconnection, with Africans and people of African descent at its heart and the wider community welcome to participate. Through stations focused on DNA and identity, ancestry and family connections, and family health history, participants can learn about genealogy, inherited health risks, prevention, and the value of understanding their family’s story. The experience also includes free DNA kits for registered participants while supplies last, hypertension and diabetes screenings, sickle cell awareness, cultural engagement, fitness and wellness activities, healthy food options, community resources, gifts, and giveaways.

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Meet dogs and cats looking for loving homes at this adoption event. Visitors can explore adoption or fostering, show their support, purchase CUDDLY dog or cat food to help provide a meal for a shelter pet, and donate a new blanket for an animal in need.

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Onassis Greek Taphouse + Kitchen is supporting the Rockwall County Toys for Tots Toy Drive in partnership with Rockwall County Helping Hands. Community members can pick up a gift tag from the holiday display and fulfill a Christmas wish for a local child. Every gift helps bring holiday joy to children in Rockwall County.

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Harmony Science Academy Garland’s Fall Into STEM Festival welcomes families and community members for a free event featuring hands-on STEM activities, games for the whole family, food, and local vendors.

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Spend a day meeting adoptable foster cats and kittens at DPA’s Adoption Container at Community Beer Company. Visitors can play with the cats and use matchmaking software to find a cat suited to their home, while supporting cats in DPA’s program and connecting with a cat-loving community.

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Tour move-in ready homes in Monterra and enter a fall-themed prize drawing. The David Weekley Homes team will be available during the tours.

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Enjoy a three-course afternoon tea with savory bites, freshly baked scones, delicate sweets, and a curated tea selection in a grand ballroom. Three storybook princesses will sing, share stories, pose for photos, and take part in interactive moments for young guests. Guests are encouraged to dress in their royal best.

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Enjoy a three-course royal tea and princess performances in the Wedgwood Ballroom at Hilton Anatole, with royal magic and memorable moments.

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Children can enjoy a kid-friendly twist on the downtown Sip & Stroll with a free strawberry-inspired Little Sipper at the playhouse at LOOP. One drink is available per child, while supplies last.

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Celebrate friendship with a cozy Friendsgiving dinner and a pie contest featuring prizes, bragging rights, and plenty of whipped cream. This annual date night includes dinner at the Sustala home. Childcare is available at New Hope with advance sign-up.

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In partnership with Richardson Independent School District, this event celebrates Hispanic heritage through art, music, dance, and food. Mariachi and folklorico groups from across RISD take the Hill Performance Hall stage for performances and lead clinics that share their music and dance with the community.

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Experience an action-packed show featuring monster trucks, jaw-dropping stunts, and high-flying motocross. The program promises roaring engines, massive trucks, and excitement for the whole family. One free child ticket for ages 3–12 is offered with each paid adult ticket.

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Enjoy a Christmas photo session with access to three festive studio settings: a plaid and evergreen look, a soft and cozy scene, and a playful display of wrapped gifts. Each 15-minute session includes a minimum of 15 edited photos. Dress up, keep it cozy, or choose a style in between.

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An indoor pet adoption event at Hollywood Feed in Murphy welcomes both dogs and cats. The store provides a neutral place for fosters to build social skills and set up meet and greets with potential adopters outside the home. Pups and kitties that are ready for events are welcome. Bring a crate or puppy pen for each foster. For puppies with only two rounds of vaccinations, place a blanket or tarp under their pen so paws do not touch the floor. Fosters must be collared, leashed, and wearing a DogRRR ID tag, and should be spayed or neutered unless too young. Please update each foster’s photo, bio, and stats online beforehand. Hosted by Christi Whitfield. Those without a current foster can also help by transporting a dog or cat that needs a ride.

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Learn about fostering and volunteering with Take Me Home Pet Rescue. Meet the rescue team, explore ways to help homeless cats and dogs find a second chance, and discover opportunities that require no prior experience. Families are welcome, and every helping hand makes a difference.

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Celebrate Friendsgiving with a shared meal. Attendees are invited to sign up to bring something to share.

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Asim Azhar performs live in concert at the Eisemann Center, bringing soulful melodies and energetic performances together for a night of music and memorable moments.

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Some silly little turkeys are hiding around the playhouse, and young explorers can search for them. Find the hidden turkeys to win a prize and enjoy extra Thanksgiving fun included with regular Open Play admission.

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Enjoy some barbecue while supporting the organization. A portion of sales will go toward its fundraising efforts. Dine in or take out, and let the cashier know you are supporting the organization.

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Explore a glowing seasonal wonderland with more than 2 million twinkling lights, dazzling lantern displays, and larger-than-life themed areas. Enjoy visits with Santa, a Holiday Maze, cozy holiday igloos, festive photo opportunities, live musical performances, and seasonal treats.

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Enjoy a meal while supporting Primrose School of Firewheel. Qualifying Spirit Day sales will help fund teacher appreciation initiatives throughout the year. In-person customers should let the cashier know they are participating before placing an order. For mobile orders, use the code PRIMROSE at checkout through the website or Chick-fil-A app. Families can also share dinner and connect with the Primrose community.

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Trinity Basin Preparatory’s annual Thanksgiving Lunch brings families and the school community together to share a festive meal and celebrate the season of gratitude. Spend time with your student and enjoy turkey and mashed potatoes. Student lunches are free, and each student may invite up to two guests. Campus-specific lunch schedules and check-in instructions will be shared later.

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Enjoy a Panda Express meal while supporting the Wylie Orchestra Program. A portion of the funds will benefit the program, and families and friends are welcome to take part.

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Gather around the table to share food, friendship, laughter, and gratitude. Bring a favorite Thanksgiving dish to share and take part in a friendly dish contest for a chance to win a special prize. Whether it’s a family recipe or a new favorite, the gathering celebrates friendship and the joy of being together.

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Enjoy a meal at Texas Roadhouse in Terrell and support Wilson Elementary PTO. Dine in or order dinner to go, and let the restaurant know you’re supporting the PTO when placing your order. Bring family or friends and help support the Wildcats.

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Support Harmony School of Innovation - Garland during Spirit Night by letting a team member at either Chick-fil-A Rowlett or Chick-fil-A Dalrock know you are there for the school’s Spirit Night.

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Cousins Maine Lobster is serving dinner at Towne Center Park in Heath. Guests can enjoy Maine, garlic, or Connecticut lobster rolls, crab rolls, lobster tacos and quesadillas, lobster tots and tails, lobster grilled cheese, lobster bisque, clam chowder, whoopie pies, and more. The park also offers pickleball and a playground. Orders can be placed ahead through the app, and payment is cashless, with major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and in-app payments accepted.

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A morning open gym for children ages 0 to 6 offers a safe place to play, climb, jump, and try flips before nap time. It is also a chance for moms to meet while the kids socialize. Snacks and coffee will be available.

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This free, family-friendly program features story time and crafts designed for children ages 2 to 6, with families and children of all ages welcome. After the activities, participating Watters Creek Village merchants offer special deals, including children’s meals, treats, and discounts. The program is supported by Barnes & Noble and the Explorers of JCK Resources, and sponsored by Diana Health.

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A café-themed reading experience for students in grades 3–6, featuring samples of 20 nominated titles for this year’s Bluebonnet Award. Learn about the awards and how voting works, discover a book to enjoy, and take home an activity booklet with activities related to each title. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required to attend.

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Vitruvian Park Bite Night returns for the 2026 season, featuring a different food truck each month. The season opens with Tacos, Bites & Beats, followed by Cousin’s Maine Lobster. Food trucks will be parked along Vitruvian Way above the Amphitheater, offering a chance to stop by and grab a bite.

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A dim-witted teenager and his new coworker try to save the old burger joint where they work after a new restaurant opens across the street and threatens to put them out of business. The film is screened on 35mm.

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The Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors face off in a basketball matchup. All patrons aged 2 and above must have a ticket, with a limit of 4 tickets.

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Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on activities at the library. Each week features a new STEAM-themed experience, including experiments, creative challenges, building projects, and interactive learning. Participants can investigate, design, build, create, and learn through play while developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. November activities include Cranberry Connections, Butter Churning, and Turkey Debaters.

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Gather with family and friends at Long Creek for a warm Thanksgiving evening centered on enjoying one another’s company and reflecting on gratitude.

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Burnett Junior High’s cast and crew present Into the Woods Jr., a musical adventure brought to life on stage. Tickets are available for purchase. Adult tickets cost $10, and student and senior tickets cost $8.

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The beloved story of the Grinch comes to life in a fun-filled musical with colorful characters, exciting songs, and a heartwarming holiday adventure. Students can enjoy a tale celebrating kindness, compassion, friendship, and the spirit of giving.

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