Here’s your Friday playbook, Dallas — packed with family fun, date-night ideas, and mellow plans for anyone who just wants to soak in that fall vibe.👇
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👨👩👧 Family & Kids Picks
Autumn at the Arboretum — 110 000 pumpkins, live music, and kids’ craft corners (9 am–5 pm | Dallas Arboretum).
Children’s Adventure Garden — hands-on science fun all day inside the Rory Meyers Garden.
Garden Chef Series — cooking demos at A Tasteful Place, free with entry.
“Friday Morning Together Time” — playdate + music circle for toddlers at Temple Emanu-El.
Sounds on the Square — outdoor concert in Downtown Carrollton, free for families 🎶
Dinosaurs Live! at Heard Museum — life-size dinos, trails, and scavenger hunts through the weekend.
💃 Singles & Night Owls
Speed Dating & Singles Mixer (ages 27–37) — 7 pm @ Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar | Dallasites101 hosts a relaxed evening to meet new faces.
“50 Chances at Love” Party — Halo Infinity’s speed-dating bash in Addison.
Ocean Alley Live @ House of Blues — feel-good surf-rock vibes 🎸
Candlelight Tribute: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons @ Frontiers of Flight Museum — moody, romantic, absolutely Dallas.
Dallas Comedy Club Open Mic — Deep Ellum laughter therapy until midnight.
🌿 Calm & Culture (for our seasoned locals)
Early Morning Member Walks — Dallas Arboretum opens its gates at 7 am for peaceful strolls.
DeGolyer House Historical Tours — step inside the 1940s mansion, 9 am–1 pm.
“Finding Joy” Art Exhibit @ Plano Art Centre — senior-friendly gallery walk.
Dallas Symphony: Respighi’s Fountains of Rome — classical perfection in Frisco (7:30 pm).
Mesquite Meander Cemetery Tour — history buffs’ night walk (limited spots).
🌇 Your Move.
Whether you’re chasing pumpkin spice or candlelight vibes, today’s the day to get out there and make your Friday count.
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