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🍦 Weekend FUN Starts Here 🎉

Published 29 days ago • 3 min read

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We’ve got all the best family fun lined up—fresh deals, and can’t-miss tips just for you.

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This Weekend’s Top 5 Family Picks

​Summer Clubhouse Series - July 24 | @9:00am-11:00am | The Colony Rec Center

This four-month summer series showcases performances such as magic shows, animal presentations, sing-along storytelling and much more! All performances take place inside The Colony Recreation Center Gymnasium. Bring your friends and family, all ages are welcome. Seating opens at 9 a.m. so be sure to come early and snag a front row spot!​
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​Play for All: Sensory Swim - July 24 | @10:00am-11:30am | Frisco Athletic Center

The Frisco Water Park will open early with a limited capacity of 250 guests and no background music, creating a more sensory-friendly atmosphere. This calmer environment is designed to be inclusive for individuals with sensory sensitivities, giving everyone the opportunity to enjoy the water at their own pace.​
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​Once Upon a Plano: Walking Tour of Downtown Plano - July 24 | @7:00pm-8:30pm | 1012 E 15th St, Plano 75074

This 90-minute walking tour of Downtown Plano is a unique adventure where you get to hear stories from the past, straight from the locals’ perspectives. The City of Plano held a writing contest where 8 curated stories, set in the heart of Downtown Plano, were carefully selected to create an immersive experience that will make you look at Plano in a new light.​
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​Plano Nutcracker - Christmas in July Market - July 25 - 26 | @10:00am-4:30pm | Plano Event Center

Come experience Christmas Shopping early with local small business owners. Shop indoors with vendors selling Women’s and Children’s Boutique Clothing, Handmade and Fashion Jewelry, Home, Holiday and Garden decor, Gourmet Food Items and so much more. ​
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​Family City Scavenger Hunt - July 25 | @10:00am-5:00pm | The Colony Public Library

Explore The Colony as you identify and locate local buildings and landmarks. Pick up a scavenger hunt booklet at the Library starting at 10 a.m. and return it completed by 5 p.m. to claim a prize! This family-friendly program takes place on Saturday, July 25.​
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Plan Ahead

Bravo Park Grand Opening

August 1 | 11 am - 4 pm | 785 Bravo Park Dr, Allen | Free

Allen's Newest Park. Your New Favorite Spot. Bravo Park is officially open — and theyre celebrating with a full afternoon of community, fun, and unforgettable moments.

So Long Sweet Summer

August 8 | 6 pm - 8 pm | Frisco Athletic Center | $7 youth, $9 adults

Float with crazy cool inflatables (feel free to bring your own!), enjoy snacks and live music from the DJ, and cannonball into activities for all ages and abilities.

70's Boho Art & Wine Walk

August 27 | 6 pm - 9.30 pm | Downtown Plano | $19.32

Stroll through downtown as you sip your way through 10 wine stops, discover local artists and handmade art, and enjoy interactive experiences around every corner. Snap photos at the 70’s inspired floral wall and themed photo ops, sing your heart out at karaoke, and dance along to a live DJ and live music throughout the night.

Downtown Plano Disco Cowgirl Market

September 6 | 11 am - 5 pm | Downtown Plano | Free to browse

Grab your boots and your best disco outfit—it’s time to shop, sip, and sparkle at the Disco Cowgirl Market in Downtown Plano!

40th Annual Grapefest

September 17 - 20 | Downtown Grapevine | Adults $12, kids $6

Get ready to raise a glass! The highly anticipated GrapeFest – A Texas Wine Experience presented by Bank of the West returns for four unforgettable days featuring exceptional wine encounters and exciting festivities as part of the Largest Wine Festival in the Southwest.

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