Events in Plano today

Experience a lively night of Music Bingo at Guitars & Growlers Richardson, pairing songs from across the decades with the classic game. It is free to play, with prizes in every round. The setting showcases hand built guitars, local craft beer, and a welcoming community. Enjoy great food and cold drinks, take in the creativity and craftsmanship around you, and see how many tunes you can match in true Guitars & Growlers fashion.

A dedicated recovery night for gym-goers focuses on smarter ways to bounce back between training sessions. Built for lifters, hybrid athletes, runners, and anyone serious about performance, it guides participants through a structured protocol designed to speed recovery, reduce soreness, and support better results. Expect an HRV scan to provide data on how the body is recovering, time in compression boots to aid circulation and leg recovery, a sauna session to help loosen tight muscles, a cold plunge finish to address soreness and inflammation, and red light to support muscle recovery and cellular health. The session also includes a discussion of how recovery influences performance, with attention to how stress, under-recovery, and overtraining can limit muscle growth, strength, endurance, and consistency in the gym. This experience is for people who want to train hard while staying on top of recovery rather than pushing past their limits. Tickets are $29 per person. Best for lifters, gym-goers, CrossFit athletes, HYROX athletes, and runners who want to recover faster and smarter to perform better.

Settle into a refined, social evening of Mahjong at Andreas Prime Steaks & Seafood. Players of every level are welcome, whether booking a full table for four or coming solo. Individual seats are $35 and a full table is $140. Expect open play in an elegant setting with thoughtfully arranged tables and an emphasis on connection and conversation. Guests are welcome to arrive early to enjoy Happy Hour or dinner prior to the first deal. Space is limited, so advance booking is strongly recommended, and solo participants will be seated with others. This is open play rather than an instructional class. Please bring your 2026 NMJL card.

Trivia at Armor Brewing Co. features rotating questions, prizes for top performers, and a welcoming setting with craft brews and tasty food. Participation is free and open to all ages. Teams are limited to one smart device, and quick answers can make the difference.

Live trivia fills the evening at Guitars & Growlers in Richardson. It is free to play, with teams of up to six. Prizes go to the top three, and seating is first come, first served. Each team needs only one smart device, like a phone, tablet, or laptop, to send in answers. Be sure the device is charged, and consider bringing an external charger if the battery might run low.

At The Mad Hatter, Music Bingo offers a lively, music-packed experience spanning decades and genres. Short song clips prompt you to mark your card, then call bingo for a chance to win. It features four rounds, is free to play, and offers $3 domestic bottles and wells. Expect an upbeat atmosphere and playlists filled with familiar hits.

Songs take the place of numbers in a music bingo game at Dirty Birds Plano. The action unfolds over four rounds featuring hits from every decade. Participation is free, and prizes are awarded in each round. Enjoy food and drinks while you play, with a lively atmosphere and plenty of sing along moments.

Music Bingo turns game night into a music challenge at Holy Grail Pub, with four rounds of hit songs ranging from throwback favorites to guilty pleasures. The tracks play and participants mark their bingo cards, with no apps needed. Prizes are available, and food and drinks come straight from the Holy Grail kitchen.

A monthly, discussion-based La Leche League meeting led by trained Leaders focuses on breastfeeding education and peer support. Mothers exchange questions and concerns, as well as the joys and benefits of breastfeeding, while working through a series of topics. Attendees can talk with Leaders about specific breastfeeding needs and receive in-person assistance. The gathering is designed to build a supportive network that helps participants reach their breastfeeding goals. All mothers and mothers-to-be are welcome, and children may attend too, not only nursing babies.

Enjoy a relaxed, come-and-go painting session where you choose what to create and move at your own pace. This do-it-yourself format differs from a typical paint and sip. Arrive during the walk-in hours or reserve ahead, pick the piece that interests you, and get started with all supplies provided. Helpful written and video guides are available to lead you through each step, so no prior experience is necessary. The setup is flexible and welcoming for participants of all ages.

Enjoy music bingo at Armor Brewing Co. There are four rounds, with two cards included in each round, and the songs span favorite hits from across the decades. Listen to short snippets, mark your card, and when you are ready to claim a win, call out bingo. Winners take home prizes and bragging rights. Bring friends to share the experience and sip a cold drink while the music plays.

Trivia teams gather at Dog Haus Biergarten Richardson for a lively night of questions and friendly competition. Headtilt Entertainment hosts rounds that challenge a wide range of knowledge while guests enjoy food and drinks. Participation is free, and winners receive prizes. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun for veterans and newcomers alike.

At The Lion & Crown - Allen, a weekly round of Music Bingo turns your song know-how into a winning edge. Expect prizes each round, crowd-pleasing tracks you cannot help but sing along to, and a lively atmosphere that keeps the energy high. Pair the game with pub bites and pints for extra fun, and enjoy that it is free to play. This is not a quiet affair... big laughs, chorus belting, and triumphant bingo shouts are all part of the experience. Bring a crew, invite that friend with elite music taste, and soak up the spirited mayhem. Come for the bingo, leave with bragging rights, then do it all again next week.

Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center is hosting a monthly low cost vaccine clinic focused on making essential pet care convenient and accessible for citizens. A key feature is the Very Important Pet, or VIP, Bundle priced at $10, which pairs a rabies vaccination with a microchip provided through Friends of Rescue Animals and includes the appropriate core vaccine at no extra charge, DAPPv for dogs and FVRCP for cats. With support from Petco Love, the DAPPv and FVRCP vaccines are available at no cost to anyone who needs them, no purchase required, and they can be received on their own or combined with rabies and a microchip through the low cost bundle for broader protection. Services are offered on a first come, first served basis. The shelter also acknowledges Friends of Rescue Animals for funding the microchips, helping pets stay safely connected to their families.

Making a Splash in Garland, the newest exhibition at the Garland Landmark Museum, highlights the city’s history of pioneering swimming pools and a synchronized swimming team honored at the national level. It offers a look at Garland’s aquatic heritage.

Inner Engineering In-Person introduces a practical approach designed to support deep, lasting inner change. Presented as a complete program for overall wellbeing, it addresses the body, mind, emotions, and the vital life energy within. Across four days, sessions are led by an Isha Teacher trained by Sadhguru, a yogi and mystic recognized for his work in yoga. The schedule begins with two shorter sessions, followed by two immersive full days to deepen understanding and practice. The program fee is USD 375, with an Early Bird rate of USD 330. For questions, contact dallas@ishausa.org or (469) 298-8963.

This official group cycling outing covers roughly 31 miles and targets an average speed of about 18 to 18.5 mph.

Scott Sean White and Helene Cronin return to Love and War in Plano for a live performance. Tickets are available with options for individual general admission as well as reserved seats and tables. Advance tickets are priced at $19.50, and tickets are $25 on the day of the show.

Challenge Entertainment hosts live trivia at Civil Pour Coffee + Beer in Richardson, where teams at each table tackle questions covering sports, history, music, science, and more. Enjoy food and drinks while you play. It is a weekly Thursday night tradition, and participation is free.

At The Brass Tap - Allen, SINGO puts a musical twist on bingo as songs replace numbers on each card. Participants listen for familiar tracks, mark their cards as the music plays, and enjoy friendly competition with prizes awarded throughout the event. Hosted by Dawn, the game is free to play and drinks are available.

Trivia returns for 2026 with a weekly team competition at Civil Pour Coffee + Beer (Richardson). Challenge Entertainment leads the live games, there is no entry fee, and prizes are handed out each week as teams vie for the title of nightly champions.

After a summer of training, campers step into the spotlight for a showcase at the Plaza Theatre presented by Kpop Dallas Dance. The program features Kpop cover pieces alongside originally choreographed works taught by guest instructors. Built on weeks of rehearsal and growth, the event honors dedication to dance, shared talent, and the community formed throughout the season.

Experience a music-infused spin on bingo at The Billiard Den. Instead of numbers, familiar tunes guide the game as you match songs to your card, complete a pattern, call out bingo, and claim a prize. It is free to participate, with rewards offered in every round. Enjoy tasty pub-style bites and refreshing drinks while you play. It works well for groups, date nights, or anyone looking for a relaxed night of friendly competition.

Experience a night market with The Boho Market at CityLine Plaza in Richardson, featuring live music, local artisans, and onsite restaurants. This monthly event takes place on the second Friday, encouraging everyone to shop small and support local businesses. Admission and parking are free. Families and dogs are welcome. Vendor applications are open.

Deshi Carnival returns for Season Two with a high-energy celebration of Bangla music as three of Bangladesh’s leading artists share one stage. National Award winning vocalist Kona, chart-topping artist Imran Mahmudul, and blockbuster star Arzeen deliver powerful vocals and beloved hits for a concert that keeps the energy high from the first note to the last. The Grand Center hosts the performance. Presented by Chobi Karigor and Veritas Events.

Enjoy music for country dancing, with a $5 cover charge beginning after 7.

Access the songbook online for easy browsing and song selection.

Farmers Market at Firewheel brings together local growers, bakers, artisans, and makers in a relaxed outdoor setting. Browse fresh, locally grown produce, sourdough loaves, baked sweets, salsas, jams, pickles, seasoning blends, and local farm-raised beef. Find self-care favorites like soaps, skincare, and body butters, plus a wide variety of handmade goods from area artists. Food trucks and local vendors serve ready-to-eat meals and ice-cold drinks throughout the day. Free activities are available too, including axe throwing, basketball, giant checkers, cornhole, and more.

This outdoor adoption event welcomes visitors to meet a group of adoptable dogs, connect with volunteers, and learn about the breed. Pre-approved adopters may be able to take home a matched dog at the event. The roster of dogs is still being finalized, and an album of available dogs is posted online. Weather could affect plans, so look for updates beforehand. To begin pre-approval, download, complete, and email the application, and include veterinary records to help expedite an interview.

Learn to create clothing in a welcoming class designed for all experience levels. Beginners, quilters interested in three dimensional construction, and those returning to garment sewing after time away are all supported. The session covers core skills for making garments, including how to take body measurements, choose a pattern, determine size and fabric, and read a pattern. It also touches on additional basics to help you move forward with future sewing projects.

At Massage Envy Firewheel Market, a back-to-school themed skincare 101 party offers a relaxed way to refresh your routine. Teachers, parents, and anyone interested in skincare can enjoy free mini facials, complimentary Nourishing Light treatments, light refreshments, raffles and giveaways, and expert guidance from professionals. Special guest Mirtha T. from Marini SkinSolutions will be featured. Event-only savings are available, including a free Nourishing Light Treatment with a $250 purchase of Marini products.

Explore a traditional path that moves from sensuality toward spirituality through a blend of meditation techniques and thoughtful discourse. Rooted in ancient teachings, this workshop presents Tantra as a way to harmonize opposites such as masculine and feminine, Ida and Pingala, light and dark, fire and water, and the intense and the gentle sides of nature. The focus is on freeing the mind, expanding awareness, and dissolving the sense of separation from one’s fullest potential. The session clarifies common misunderstandings by showing that sexuality is only one aspect of Tantra, approached as a sacred offering and a meditative communion that invites deeper self-understanding through connection with another. Participants are introduced to practices that can include sacred imagery, sound and mantra, movement such as yoga and mudra, and advanced breathing. The approach is step by step to help integrate these teachings into everyday life, encouraging conscious living, clearer communication, healthy emotional expression, enjoyment of sexuality, growth in intuitive perception, support for healing personal trauma and relationships, and even material success. Instruction follows the ancient tradition with essential teachings preserved. On select Saturdays, alternative workshops may replace this meditation and may be priced differently. The class fee is $20. Monthly memberships are available.

Dads and caregivers can immerse themselves in Texas-style barbecue with Backyard Pitmasters during a friendly, hands-on masterclass. The session blends clear indoor instruction with interactive outdoor demonstrations around a custom-built smoker, guiding participants through trimming and seasoning, temperature management, and how different smoke profiles shape flavor. The experience welcomes both beginners and seasoned grillers. Throughout the class, attendees sample bites prepared by the pitmasters, including brisket barbacoa street tacos and burnt ends. The evening wraps up with a generous buffet of classic Texas barbecue meats and sides. Each participant receives a 56-page full-color guidebook to continue practicing at home. Tickets are limited to dads and caregivers. This event is not open to children, self-advocates with Down syndrome, or additional friends and family members. Registration may close once capacity is reached. For questions, contact Ava Burns at 214-267-1374 or ava@downsyndromedallas.org.

An evening at Oak Highlands Brewery celebrates the 2026 Fifteens and Sevens seasons with food and drinks, plus prizes. Tickets are $50. Additional details will be shared as they are finalized.

Punjabi music star Ammy Virk brings the Unity Tour to Credit Union of Texas Event Center for a live concert. Tickets are available now.

This return to Gillespie's brings plenty of songs, whiskey, and a warm, social vibe to share with friends. Cheers to good times all around.

Presented by Garland Cultural Arts at the Plaza Theatre, this event spotlights Gary Nicholson & Change. Nicholson, a Garland, Texas native, is a multiple Grammy honoree and nominee, a member of both the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame, and a writer whose work spans many musical styles. Across more than four decades he has written over six hundred songs, and his catalog has been recorded more than seven hundred times by artists that include Willie Nelson, George Strait, Ringo Starr, and Buddy Guy.

Bethany Tavern hosts a karaoke night where singers can choose their tracks from a songbook and step up to perform.

This karaoke session offers a catalog of more than 50,000 songs, giving you the chance to showcase your vocals and choose the tracks you love.