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Things to do this week!
By Staff,
1 days ago
A guide to events of interest and government meetings across Allen, Carrollton, Celina, Coppell, Flower Mound, Frisco, Lake Dallas, Lewisville, Little Elm, McKinney, Mesquite, Plano, Rowlett and The Colony.
Plano Flags of Honor 2026 – 10th Anniversary
City: Plano
Date: Nov. 13
Time: Various times
Location: Oak Point Event Field
Description: The annual patriotic display honors veterans and military service members. Admission is free.
’Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market
City: Plano
Date: Nov. 12-15
Time: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 13
Location: Plano Event Center
Description: The Junior League of Collin County's holiday market features more than 125 merchants selling gifts, seasonal décor, clothing, jewelry and gourmet items.
Plano Comedy Festival
City: Plano
Date: Nov. 13
Time: Various times
Location: Mic Drop Comedy Plano
Description: The comedy festival features performances by comedians, including Jason Salmon at 7 p.m.
McKinney Holiday Trade Days
City: McKinney
Date: Nov. 13-15
Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Third Monday Trade Days, 4550 W. University Drive
Description: Vendors will sell antiques, collectibles, clothing, home décor, pet supplies and other merchandise. The event also features food trucks and live music.
Stamp Scrap Art Tour
City: Mesquite
Date: Nov. 13-15
Time: 6-9 p.m. Nov. 13 for the separate Make 'N Take event
Location: Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive
Description: The weekend show features vendors selling rubber stamps, paper-crafting and scrapbooking supplies, along with demonstrations and make-and-take projects.
Allen Recycles Day
City: Allen
Date: Nov. 14
Time: 8 a.m.-noon
Location: Allen Municipal Service Center, 900 S. Greenville Ave.
Description: Allen residents can drop off accepted items for recycling, donation or safe disposal. Participants must bring a current city utility bill and a driver's license with a matching address.
Allen Community Calendar
Nature Adventure at Frisco Commons Park
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 14
Time: 9-10:30 a.m.
Location: Frisco Commons Park
Description: Participants can explore the park and take part in a nature-focused outdoor activity.
Second Saturday: Holidays at Heritage
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 14
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Frisco Discovery Center
Description: The monthly Second Saturday program celebrates the holiday season with activities at the Discovery Center.
Frisco Community Parade
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 14
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Main Street
Description: The community parade brings local participants and organizations together for a downtown celebration.
Fire Station No. 1 Open House
City: Celina
Date: Nov. 14
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Fire Station No. 1, 1413 S. Preston Road
Description: Residents can meet firefighters and paramedics, tour the station, see emergency equipment and take part in fire-safety activities.
American Heroes: A Salute to Veterans and First Responders
City: The Colony
Date: Nov. 14
Time: Noon-10 p.m.
Location: The Athletic Club, 4100 Blair Oaks Drive
Description: The free community festival features live music, carnival rides, a car show, food trucks and activities honoring veterans and first responders. A veterans ceremony is scheduled for 5:45 p.m., followed by a drone show at 8 p.m.
Thrive Nature Walk
City: The Colony
Date: Nov. 15
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Thrive Nature Park
Description: Participants can take a 90-minute guided nature walk. Registration is required.
Lewisville City Council Meeting
City: Lewisville
Date: Nov. 16
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Lewisville City Hall, 151 W. Church St.
Description: The City Council meets to discuss city business. A workshop session is held before the regular meeting.
City of Celina and Celina ISD Town Hall Meeting
City: Celina
Date: Nov. 17
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: 1105 Big Bend Lane
Description: City and school district leaders will provide updates on current and future initiatives and answer community questions.
Carrollton City Council Meeting
City: Carrollton
Date: Nov. 17
Time: 5:45 p.m.
Location: Carrollton City Hall
Description: The City Council meets to discuss city business.
Frisco City Council Meeting
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 17
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: George A. Purefoy Municipal Center
Description: The City Council meets for its regular meeting.
Flower Mound Town Council Meeting
City: Flower Mound
Date: Nov. 17
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Town Hall, Jody Smith Hall
Description: The Town Council meets to discuss town business.
Walnut Wednesdays: Walnut’s Friendsgiving
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 18
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: Frisco Heritage Center
Description: The community program celebrates the season with a Friendsgiving gathering.
Laser Demo
City: Flower Mound
Date: Nov. 18
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Location: Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane
Description: Participants can learn about projects made with the library's laser engraver, including engraving designs on tumblers and other cylindrical objects. Registration is required; ages 13 and older.
4th Street Plaza Tree Lighting
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 19
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: 4th Street Plaza
Description: The community gathering marks the start of the holiday season with a tree-lighting celebration.
Illuminate Candlelight Concert: Christmas Movie Classics
City: Frisco
Date: Nov. 19
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Frisco Heritage Center
Description: The candlelight concert features music from popular Christmas movies.
Celina Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
City: Celina
Date: Nov. 19
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Celina City Council Chambers, 112 N. Colorado St.
Description: The commission meets to consider planning and zoning matters.
Keep Celina Beautiful Board Meeting
City: Celina
Date: Nov. 19
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Celina City Hall
Description: The board meets to discuss community beautification and environmental initiatives.
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