🎟️ What’s Happening in Dallas — Thursday, October 16 2025

Dallas is buzzing today — from orchestras and open-air concerts to tech summits, comedy nights, and skyline light shows.
Here’s your full rundown of everything worth doing, seeing, or dancing to across the metro.

🎤 Fireboy DML — Granada Theater, 8 p.m.
Afropop sensation Fireboy DML brings smooth vocals and Afro-beat rhythms to Lower Greenville. Doors 7, show 8. Expect a packed, high-energy night.
Tickets → Prekindle

🎹 Dallas Symphony Orchestra – Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue
The Meyerson fills with big-band brass and blues tonight as the DSO performs Gershwin’s masterpiece. Show 7:30 p.m.
Info → Dallas Symphony Orchestra

🎸 Cool Thursdays: Greggie & the Jets – Dallas Arboretum, 7–9 p.m.
An Elton John tribute on the lakefront. Bring a picnic, blanket, and your best sing-along energy. Gates open 6 p.m.
Details → Dallas Arboretum

🎷 Dermot Kennedy — Majestic Theatre, 8 p.m.
The Irish singer-songwriter returns with heart-on-sleeve hits and stunning vocals.

🎶 Vilamoura (Metal Band) — Tx Tea Room (Deep Ellum), 8 p.m.
Dallas metal night – expect loud riffs, local openers, and ear-ringing encores.

🎤 John Maus – The HiFi / Echo Lounge & Music Hall, 8 p.m.
Experimental synth-pop genius John Maus lands in Dallas for one hypnotic set.

🎹 Jessie Reyez – Oak Cliff Assembly, 7 p.m.
Singer-poet Jessie Reyez hosts a special “Words of a Goat Princess” reading and acoustic night.

🎶 Girls With Guitars Series – TUPPS Brewery (McKinney), 7 p.m.
Free showcase of local female artists + craft brews. Family-friendly and full of soul.

🎸 Candlebox Live – Community Beer Co. (Friday Preview)
Classic 90s rock energy previewing Friday’s show. All ticket proceeds benefit Riptide Society.

🎬 Noises Off – Dallas Theater Center @ Kalita Humphreys Theater, 7:30 p.m.
Doors slam, actors miss cues, and chaos reigns in this backstage comedy running through Oct 26.
Tickets → ATTPAC

📖 Connecting the Concrete Jungle – The Wild Detectives, 7–8:30 p.m.
A free talk with Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine on how DFW’s “concrete jungle” is becoming a green network of trails.
Details → The Wild Detectives

🎨 A Celebration of WRR and the Arts – The Adolphus Hotel, 6 p.m.
An elegant fundraiser with live performances from the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra, Verdigris Ensemble, and more.

💄 Dallas Swiftie Party: Life of a Showgirl – Columbian Country Club, 7–10 p.m. (21+)
All-era Taylor Swift sing-along, themed cocktails, photo booth – dress on theme and dance it out.
Tickets → Eventbrite

🤣 Comedian Chona E – Hyena’s Dallas, 7:30 p.m.
Fast-talking, story-telling, and a sassy take on everyday life. Perfect mid-week laugh.

🍷 Biagio Wine & Spirits Sampling – Victory Park, 5–9 p.m.
Free Thursday tasting featuring new reds and rosés. Great low-key date stop.

🎧 Lenny Pearce’s “ Toddler Techno Tour ” – House of Blues, 6–9 p.m.
A kid-friendly dance party meets rave for parents + toddlers – wild lights, safe volume, pure fun.

💪 Cancer StrongHER Zumba – NRH Centre, 7–8 p.m.
Free Zumba class for female cancer survivors – movement, music, and support.

🩺 VIV Wellness October Specials – Victory Park, All Day
Discounted microneedling and first-timer packages all month long.

💼 Whitley Penn “Fueling the Future” Energy Conference – Hilton Anatole, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Oil & Gas professionals discuss trends and sustainability.

🤖 Snowflake World Tour 2025 – Hilton Anatole, All Day
Big data, AI and cloud innovators converge for keynotes and workshops.
Details → Snowflake Event Page

💻 Mind & Machine DFW: Generative AI for Business Leaders – II Brothers Grill & Bar (Plano), 4:30–7 p.m.
Case studies and networking for Dallas tech leaders.

🔐 Ransomware Incident Response Panel – Maggiano’s Little Italy (Plano), 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Cybersecurity pros share real-world lessons over lunch.

🎨 AIGA Dallas Community Meeting – Clampitt Paper Co., 6–8 p.m.
Designers meet for inspiration, snacks, and updates on local projects.

🌍 Travursity Travel Showcase – Studio Movie Grill (Lincoln Square), 5 p.m.
Travel advisors connect with global suppliers, giveaways included.

💡 The Node by NodeVerge Tech Mixer – The People’s Last Stand, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Cybersecurity and startup crowd – fast-paced networking with a drink in hand.

💡 Reunion Tower Light Show – 6 p.m.–Midnight
Downtown glows red, white & blue for the “Dallas ♥ Texas” light show.
Schedule → Reunion Tower

🎡 Plano International Festival – Haggard Park (Preview for Sat Oct 18)
Culture, food trucks, and free health screenings — mark your weekend calendar.

🎨 KidLinks Music & Movement – Klyde Warren Park, 10 a.m.
Sing-along and rhythm time for toddlers led by certified music therapists.

Because Dallas doesn’t do “quiet Thursdays.”
You’ve got 26 miles of things to do — live music, data summits, community events, and that skyline glow to wrap it all up.
Pick your lane: dance, dine, learn, laugh, or just watch the lights.