Across the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, families and friends will gather together to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice defending our country. Honoring these brave servicemen and women during Memorial Day Weekend takes many forms including patriotic parades, family cookouts, lake outings and more. There are plenty of activities and events to attend this weekend, so here are some of our personal favorites across DFW.
National Polka Festival
Ennis | May 26 – 28
Kick off Memorial Day Weekend by celebrating 56 years of Czech heritage and traditions at Ennis’s National Polka Festival. This incredible event offers an abundance of family-friendly activities in a small town atmosphere. Enjoy a weekend of polka dancing with 16 live polka bands plus the Mike Ryan Country Concert on Saturday Night. Learn more about the event here.
Memorial Weekend Remembrance
Granbury | May 26 – May 29
Start the summer season on a good foot by celebrating Memorial Day Weekend at Granbury’s Memorial Weekend Remembrance event. The fun-filled weekend includes street vendors, food trucks, hot dog & pie eating contests, a balloon clown, patriotic pooch pageant and a Kid Zone for yard games. Learn more here.
Patriotic Pops
Fort Worth | May 27
Enjoy an evening of all-American music at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Patriotic Pops concert featuring the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Hear your favorite patriotic songs and marches in this exhilarating, new Memorial Day celebration which includes a “drone” fireworks display. Buy tickets here.
Memorial Day Family Fun Weekend
Dallas | May 27 – 29
Head out to the garden and enjoy activities for the whole family at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden! Create memories all weekend long at the Country Critters petting zoo, listen to tales of great contributors during story time and take in live music. Learn more about the event and buy tickets here.
Boots & BBQ Fest At Legacy HaLL
Plano | May 28
Spend your Sunday in one of the best backyards in Texas! Legacy Hall is going big for Memorial Day Weekend with boot-scootin’ live country music all day, craft beer from Unlawful Assembly Brewing Co. and delicious BBQ. Purchase tickets here.
Fort Worth Runner’s Club Memorial Day 5K Run/Walk
Fort Worth | May 29
In the Fort Worth area on Memorial Day? Join local runners/walkers to run/walk in memory of servicemen and servicewomen who have given their lives to protect our freedom at the 13th Annual Memorial Day 5K Run/Walk. Register for the event here.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Grand Prairie | May 29
Join the City of Grand Prairie at their annual Memorial Day Ceremony as they honor the service of our veterans and their families who have sacrificed to protect and defend this country. Upon conclusion of the ceremony, enjoy an All-American lunch of hot dogs and lemonade provided by the Grand Prairie Rotary Clubs. Read more here.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra: Memorial Day Concert
Dallas | May 29
Spend a musical evening under the stars with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Flag Pole Hill Park! This free outdoor concert features patriotic tunes and closes with a stunning fireworks display. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair and/or your comfiest blanket. Learn more here.
Looking for another celebration closer to you? Be sure to check with your town hall or chamber of commerce for additional Memorial Day Weekend events. Wherever you are, we hope you have a memorable and safe weekend honoring America’s fallen heroes and their families.
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