Courtyard Texas Music Series

City of Plano – March 1, 2018

Concerts on the first Thursday of the month at the Courtyard Theater from March through November.  Get up close and personal with some of the Lone Star State’s favorite musicians and enjoy the amazing acoustics of this 321-seat theater.  Check website for artists.

Phone: 972-941-5600

Web:  www.plano.gov

 

CHIPS 5th Annual Poker Tournament and Casino Night

City of Plano – March 2, 2018

A last-man-standing poker tournament at the Rooftop Event Spot at the Plano Ice House. Prizes raffled throughout the evening with proceeds benefitting the Downtown Plano Association.

Email: hdpa@visitdowntownplano.com

Phone: 972-948-5916

Web:  www.visitdowntownplano.com

 

Plano Metropolitan Ballet Junior Company Jubilee: The Wizard of Oz

City of Plano – March 2, 2018

See the Junior Company present The Wizard of Oz for their Jubilee event in the beautiful Courtyard Theatre in Plano.

Email:  972-769-0017

Website: www.planometballet.org

 

Breakthrough for Brain Tumors BT5K Run

City of Plano – March 3, 2018

Run this 5K race through beautiful Oak Point Park and support the American Brain Tumor Association’s commitment to research and informational support for all brain tumor patients.

Email: Info@abta.org

Phone: 773-577-8750

Web:  hope.abta.org

 

Texas Fly Fishing and Brew Festival

City of Plano – March 10-11, 2018

Description: Meet nationally known fly fishing authors, professional guides, expert casters, custom bamboo rodmakers, and fly-tyers from across the country. Check out fly fishing manufacturers and learn new techniques.

Phone:  703-402-8338

Web:   www.texasflyfishingfestival.org

 

Toyota Texas Music Revolution

City of Plano – March 23-24, 2018

Description: A Texas-size music weekend of folk, blues, country, rhythm & blues, rock & roll, swing and bluegrass all at Plano’s beautiful Oak Point Park Amphitheater. Stay tuned for artist lineup.

Phone:  972-941-5800

Web: www.khyi.com

 

Plano Symphony Orchestra: Carmina Burana and the Young Artists

City of Richardson – March 24, 2018

Members of the Collin County Ballet and Plano Civic Chorus join Plano Symphony in this exploration of Carmina Burana; followed by a showcase of extraordinary young talent playing their concerto winning performances.

Phone:  972-473-7262

Email: info@planosymphony.org

Web: www.planosymphony.org

 

TEDx Plano

City of Plano – April 7, 2017

TEDx Plano is a half-day event that celebrates intellectual curiosity while inspiring and motivating the next great thinkers in North Texas.  Now in its fifth year, the TEDx 2018 theme is “Plus.” Come and join in the conversation as we explore the possibility, curiosity and opportunity.  Held at the Courtyard Theatre, in Plano.

Phone: 972-941-7131

Email: shannah@plano.gov

Web:  www.tedxplano.org

 

Firefly 5K Run

City of Plano – April 7, 2018

The coolest, most eye dazzling and illuminating 5K race.  Runners and walkers of all speeds are welcome. Proceeds benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for children.  Run begins at The Campus at Legacy.

Email: racedirector@fireflyrun.com

Web: fireflyrun.com

 

Trinkets to Treasures Resale Event

City of Plano – April 7, 2018

Annual resale event in which the Junior League of Collin County raises funds to support the projects and programs that support their mission and vision.  Low prices on items donated by local businesses and League members, including furniture, bedding, home décor, seasonal decorations, sporting goods, electronics, toys, baby items and clothing.

Phone:  972-769-0557

Web:  www.jlcollincounty.org

Downtown Plano Art and Wine Walk

City of Plano – April 12, 2018

Stroll through the arts district sampling different wines in shops and galleries, listening to street musicians and checking out artists and their wares.

Email: hdpa@visitdowntownplano.com

Web: www.visitplano.com

 

Dallas Vision Walk

City of Plano – April 14, 2018

The 10th anniversary Vision Walk benefits the Foundation Fighting Blindness. Come stroll through beautiful Oak Point Park in Plano and support research, treatments and cures for blindness.

Phone: 800-683-5555

Web:  http://www.fightblindness.org/site/TR/VISIONWALK/VisionWalktr?pg=entry&fr_id=5951

 

 

Beatles Night presented by Plano Stages

City of Plano – April 21, 2018

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and cooler to Oak Point Park Amphitheater for this annual Beatles tribute concert. This fun event sells out, so get your tickets early and come enjoy some Beatlemania!

Phone: 972-941-5600

Web:  www.planostages.com

 

Plano Artfest

City of Plano – April 27-28, 2018

 

Plano’s fabulous art festival!  Live music and local dance groups, food and local makers selling everything from jewelry and pottery to furniture and food. More than 30 local artists and artisans participate.

Phone: 972-468-1588

Email:  hdpainfo@gmail.com

Web: www.planoartfest.com

 

Plano Symphony Orchestra: Van Cliburn Gold

City of Richardson – April 28, 2018

This guest pianist and gold medal winner at the 13th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition joins the Plano Symphony in their 35th Anniversary Season Finale. Haochen Zhang has captivated audiences in the US, Europe and Asia with his deep musical sensitivity, fearless imagination and spectacular virtuosity.

Phone:  972-473-7262

Email: info@planosymphony.org

Web: www.planosymphony.org

 

Plano Community Band Spring Concert

City of Richardson – April 29, 2018

Plano Community Band presents their Spring Concert at the Eisemann Center.  Admission is free but advanced registration is required.

Email: info@planoband.com

Web: planoband.com