16th Annual Big Mamou Cajun Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/04/2013 to 05/05/2013

Cost: Free Admission; $3 Parking

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Traders' Village

Location Address: 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie, Texas 75052 Click for Google Map

Description: A pinch of Zydeco, a bit of swamp pop and a whole lot of Cajun music, and you’ve got the ingredients for…The Big Mamou Cajun Festival at Traders Village in Grand Prairie. Get ready to party hearty, creole-style, as the 16th Annual Cajun Festival cooks up big fun at Traders Village for two days! Enjoy free toe-tapping Cajun music each day from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.. The band will make you jump out of your seat and you won’t be able to stop your feet from dancing to the crazy Cajun beat. Authentic Cajun foods, featuring traditional Louisiana favorites such as: red beans & rice, gumbo and hundreds of pounds of spicy boiled crawfish.

1st annual Oak Cliff Jazz Fest and Arts & Crafts Fair

Date of event: 06/22/2013

Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 10:00:00 PM

Cost: At the door: $20/Adults; $15/Children 12 to 18 yrs; Free Parking

Location Name: Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff - The Labyrinth Walk Coffee House

Location Address: 3839 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75233 Click for Google Map

Description: 10 exceptional musicians. The fair includes a wide variety of art, handmade crafts ranging from ceramics to bat houses, soap and candles to yard art, jewelry to quillos, and more. A food court will be located on the campus.Guests will be able to come and go. Please bring chairs or blankets. No large coolers please.

7th Annual Real.Texas.Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/26/2013 to 04/27/2013

Cost: Click the link to buy tickets. Free parking

Location Name: Rodeo Center

Location Address: 1818 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite, Texas Click for Google Map

Description: For Real. Texas. Entertainment. Check out Mesquite's Real. Texas. Festival. featuring Pat Green and Kevin Fowler. Also scheduled to appear are Dirty River Boys, Mike McClure Band, Mark McKinney and many more. Ticket price includes more than 25 bands on three stages, a classic car show, the rodeo and free parking. Hours:Fri @ 5-11 pm; Sat @ 10am - 11pm.

Annual Denton Arts & Jazz Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/26/2013 to 04/28/2013

Cost: Free

Location Name: Quakertown Park and Facilities

Location Address: 321 East McKinney Denton, Texas 76201 Click for Google Map

Description: Come hear the sounds, experience the art and taste the flavors with performers, fine arts and crafts, children's art activities and food & games! Festival hours Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 11am-9pm.

ArtsGoggle

Date of event: 05/18/2013

Event Time: 04:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Click the link to see full list of locations

Description: ArtsGoggle has evolved into a popular festival of the arts in this eclectic neighborhood of historic elegance and urbanism immediately south of Downtown. This family-friendly event attracts a crowd as diverse as the neighborhood itself with live music, artistic displays of every kind, food, drink, and fun for everyone. You’ll be able see everything if you get started early, and make sure to visit the various clusters of venues and music scattered across the district and easily accessible via Molly the Trolley and Fort Worth Bike Sharing. Magnolia Ave, Park Place Village, Jennings, and South Main Village once again feature a wide range of art, music, and food, and the new group of venues around the 8th Ave/Pennsylvania intersection promises to be a popular stop as well.

Asian Festival

Date of event: 05/18/2013

Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 06:00:00 PM

Cost: Free

Location Name: Main Street Garden

Location Address: 1902 Main Street Dallas, TX

Description: Lion dances, martial arts, sumo wrestling, Japanese drums and more! Event showcases authentic Asian cuisine, cultural entertainment and activities for children in a daylong festival celebrating the National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

Chalk This Way! Sidewalk Art Festival

Date of event: 06/01/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 06:00:00 PM

Cost: Free admission

Ages: All ages

Location Name: MCL Grand

Location Address: 100 N. Charles, Lewisville TX Click for Google Map

Description: This day-long event features professional chalk artists, amateur chalk art contest, scholarship contest, a children’s gallery, Art Vendors, Food & Drink Vendors, and Musical Entertainment.

Cinco de Mayo Denton

Date of event: 05/04/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 06:00:00 PM

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Quakertown Park

Location Address: 321 E. McKinney, Denton TX Click for Google Map

Description: Our 24th annual Mexican cultural festival will be kicked off with a parade at 10am. Activities include live bands, concession stands, picnic areas and fun for all. 5K Fun Run.

Cinco de Mayo Festival

Date of event: 05/04/2013

Event Time: 04:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM

Ages: All ages

Location Name: downtown Celina

Description: Mexican dances food, fair food, shopping, kids area bounce houses, piñatas,games, face painting, contests, raffle and more.

CityArts Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/24/2013 to 05/26/2013

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Fair Park

Location Address: 2nd Ave, Dallas

Description: Drawing additional attendance at this year’s event will be special programs and activities, including Outdoor Film Screenings at dark hosted by the Dallas Film Society, free or reduced admission to Fair Park’s outstanding museums during specific hours and a Culinary Showcase – a fun place for foodies and wine enthusiasts, the Culinary Showcase will host local chef cooking demonstrations and samplings, along with wine pairings, wine tastings and mixing sessions. Musical entertainment, dance and other performing arts will be featured on multiple stages. A Children’s Area will include arts and crafts, interactive activities and special entertainment. There will also be interactive visual and performing arts demonstrations and workshops for participants to engage in to enhance their art experience.

Cottonwood Art Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/04/2013 to 05/05/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 06:00:00 PM

Cost: Free Admission

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Cottonwood Park

Location Address: 1321 Beltline Rd., Richardson, TX 75080 Click for Google Map

Description: The bi-annual Cottonwood Art Festival, featuring works from the nation's top visual artists. For pint-size Picassos, ArtStop is the festival’s hands-on, interactive children's area with over 100 volunteers, life size paint brushes and activities no child can resist. Sat @ 10am - 7pm; Sun @ 10am - 6pm.

Dallas International Festival

Date of event: 05/25/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 07:00:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Dallas Arts District

Location Address: Flora Street - from Pearl to Routh Streets, Dallas

Description: 4 global stages, kids' workshops, international food court, world music, parade of nations & more!

Dallas International Guitar Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/19/2013 to 04/21/2013

Cost: ticket prices vary

Ages: all ages

Location Name: Dallas Market Hall

Location Address: 2200 Stemmons Freeway Dallas, Texas 75207 Click for Google Map

Description: For 2013, there will be more artists in attendance, performing and mingling with the attendees throughout three days of guitar heaven. This is the original guitar show, the first of its kind in the nation, and 2013 promises even more innovation and surprises for all. Please join us for THE guitar event of the year!

Denton Redbud Festival

Date of event: 04/20/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 04:00:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Denton Civic Center

Location Address: 321 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 Click for Google Map

Description: The Denton Redbud Festival is the official Arbor Day event for the City of Denton, Texas. In addition to being an Arbor Day celebration event, the Denton Redbud Festival also includes a Home and Garden Show with more than 60 booths showcasing a wide variety of gardening, landscaping, and home improvement products; a Kid's Zone with bounce houses and children's environmental activities; and Free Educational Workshops throughout the day.

Dog Days of Denton

This event occurs Daily from 05/31/2013 to 06/01/2013

Location Name: Quakertown Park

Location Address: 321 E. McKinney Denton, TX Click for Google Map

Description: Come out in the evening shade at the Dog Days of Denton Celebration “yappy” hour on Friday and again on Saturday morning and afternoon. Festival hours this year are Friday 5-8:30pm and Saturday 8:30am-2pm. Stay cool at the event in the Cool Zone - expanded for more comfort this year! During festival hours, attendees can enjoy a canine couture fashion show , live entertainment, demos and performances by canines and their trainers, “Glamfur” photos, canine contests, arts and craft vendors, pet care information, pet rescue groups and fantastic festival foods. Some of our usual highlights include: Dancing with the Dog demonstrations; Texas Heat Flyball and Dallas Dog n’ Disc demonstrations; D.A.W.G. agility course; Pet Tricks and Dog Singing contests; and the popular Spokesdog Pageant (must have entered in advance). During the weekend check-out the hand-crafted arts/crafts for pets and people, pet care products and information, and general products and services for your home and pet. Attendees are welcome to bring pet food donations.

Dragon Boat, Kite and Lantern Festival

Date of event: 05/26/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 06:00:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Lake Carolyn

Location Address: Las Colinas Boulevard East and El Lago Boulevard , Irving, TX

Description: Featuring colorful kite flying and exciting dragon boat races, cultural performances, a lantern festival, plus traditional Asian food, arts and crafts, and educational activities. Come enjoy a day of fun and exciting cultural diversity and educational activities.

Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/20/2013 to 04/21/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 05:00:00 PM

Cost: free

Location Name: Downtown Ennis

Location Address: Ennis, TX

Description: Arts, crafts, food, live music, children's area, free trail maps to the bluebonnet trails, and more!

Etsy Dallas Spring Bash

Date of event: 04/27/2013

Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 07:00:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Location Name: The Shops at Park Lane

Location Address: 8080 Park Lane Dallas, TX 75225 Click for Google Map

Description: Shop from the best of the best handpicked artists from near and far!

Fangs! A Family Festival of Herpetological Proportions

Date of event: 06/22/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 03:00:00 AM

Cost: Included with admission

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park

Location Address: 3601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas  Click for Google Map

Description: Slither down to Texas Discovery Gardens and see native Texas snakes and other reptiles. We’ll have family fun! Join Director of Horticulture and avid Herpetologist Roger Sanderson for an in depth discussion on snakes and other reptiles at 1 pm followed by a guided tour of the snake exhibit.

Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/18/2013 to 04/21/2013

Cost: Free admission

Location Address: On Main Street in downtown Fort Worth between the historic Tarrant County Courthouse and the Fort Worth Convention Center.

Description: The Southwest's largest, four-day visual arts and entertainment festival, four days of fine art, food, fun and festivities! MAIN ST. Creates! will include: Rock Wall, Face-Painting, Sand-art, Henna tattoos, Caricatures, Tile painting, and •Waxed Roses. Thurs 10am-10pm; Fri & Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 10am-8pm.

GermanFest

This event occurs Daily from 04/26/2013 to 04/28/2013

Cost: See website to purchase tickets

Ages: All Ages

Location Address: Muenster, Texas Click for Google Map

Description: This three-day festival attracts thousands to mouthwatering German sausage, scrumptious apple strudel, hearty cheeses and homemade bread, cakes and pies. So, come to Muenster and let us be your host for food, fun and frolic. Be sure to bring a "guten apetit." Hours: Fri @ 12pm - Midnight; Sat @ 10am - Midnight; Sun @ 10am - 8pm.

Get Kidz Fit Fest

Date of event: 04/27/2013

Event Time: 12:00:00 PM till 04:00:00 PM

Cost: Free

Location Name: Dallas Market Hall

Location Address: 2200 N. Stemmons Fwy Dallas, TX 75207 Click for Google Map

Description: Fun-filled festival to educate and engage children and families about wellness and nutrition. This event showcases simple and fun ways families can incorporate physical activity and nutritious eating into day-to-day life. Families participate in 'hands on' healthy cooking demonstrations and try different sports and fitness activities.

Grapevine Chocolate Fest

This event occurs Daily from 04/05/2013 to 04/06/2013

Event Time: 07:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM

Cost: Tickets are $50 and advance purchase is required.

Ages: Guests must be 21 years and up

Location Name: Delaney Vineyards

Location Address: 2000 Champagne Boulevard, Grapevine TX Click for Google Map

Description: ChocolateFest Grapevine is an annual fund raising event benefiting Travelers Aid Dallas/Fort Worth. The Festival features two different events bringing together the best in chocolate, art and wine. Guests can sample a variety of premium chocolate treats from some of the top chocolate makers in the Metroplex, sip premium wines and balance out the chocolate with a variety of delicious hors d’oeuvres. Family fun events tomorrow, April 6th. See calendar.

Herb Society Festival at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens

Date of event: 05/18/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 03:00:00 PM

Cost: $5.00, children under 12 free

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Location Address: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76107 Click for Google Map

Description: A delight for all the senses, the Herb Festival fills the Botanic Garden Center with the wonderful aromas of live herbs. Beautiful displays of organic soaps, herbal concoctions, and a variety of tasty snacks are all awaiting you. Indulge

Homegrown Music and Arts Festival

Date of event: 05/11/2013

Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 01:00:00 AM

Cost: $17 in advance, $25 on the day of;kids under the age of 10 are absolutely FREE!

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Main Street Garden

Location Address: 1902 Main Street , Dallas, TX

Description: Dallas’ first ALL local music and arts outdoor festival, now expanded to include many great bands with ties to Texas, continues to prove itself an annual celebration of Homegrown music, art and fun. This year it will again feature 15 acts with ties to the state of Texas performing many genres and styles of music on two main stages. The 4th Annual Homegrown Festival will once again fill vibrant downtown Dallas with music and art at Main Street Garden Park. The lush lawns, gardens and fountains scream music festival especially if you throw in live art demonstrations, a dog park, and local vendors selling art, wares, food and beverages.

Kite Festival

Date of event: 04/13/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 02:00:00 PM

Location Name: River Legacy Parks

Location Address: 703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington Click for Google Map

Description: The festival will include kite-building workshops, kite stunt demonstrations, kite contests, face painting, a bounce house, concessions and more. This popular Arlington spring event typically has more than 1,000 attendees, per year. Ernie Smith, Elzie Odom Facility Manager, said the event is one many Arlington residents look forward to every year. “The Kite Festival at River Legacy Parks is always a sight to see, and this year will be nothing short of spectacular,” Smith said. “The phones are ringing off the hook about this year’s festival. Families, friends and photographers will be out to enjoy the activities and we are very excited about it.” The kite contests will be open to all ages and begin at 12:30 p.m. Contest categories include: Best in Show, Most Unusual Kite and Highest flying Kite. Ribbons will be given out for first, second and third places, in each category.

Kiwanis Club Annual Butterfly Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/11/2013 to 05/19/2013

Cost: Adult $6; Child $3

Ages: all ages

Location Name: Collin Creek Mall

Location Address: 811 N Central Expy Plano, TX 75075 Click for Google Map

Description: Come to this exciting annual event where you will learn about the beauty and character of thousands of butterflies. Hours are Monday -Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from noon to 6pm.

Lavender Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/25/2013 to 05/27/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 05:00:00 PM

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Lavender Ridge Farms

Location Address: 2391 County Road 178 Gainesville, Texas 76240 Click for Google Map

Description: Join us for Vendors, Food & Lavender!

Main Street Days Grapevine

This event occurs Daily from 05/17/2013 to 05/19/2013

Cost: $7 Adults - $5 Children & Seniors

Ages: all ages

Location Name: Downtown Main Street

Location Address: Grapevine Texas

Description: Along with delicious slices from some of your favorite Grapevine eateries, taste wines and premium craft beers from around the world. Indulge in other tantalizing festival foods and enjoy non-stop entertainment at this fun-filled festival perfect for the entire family! See your children enjoy the thrill of fun at the brand new KidCave presented by Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine. Kids activities include the brand new KidCave stage, featuring a family-friendly game show, a SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium touch pool, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Junior Builder Competition, DairyMax dairy educational experience, games with Kid’s Celebrations and more. Win a prize at the games or take a spin on the rides along the Carnival Midway.

Mayfest!

This event occurs Daily from 05/02/2013 to 05/05/2013

Cost: Adults $8; Children 6-12 $5; Children 5 & under are free

Location Name: Trinity Park in Ft Worth

Location Address: From I-30, head north on University Dr. to Crestline Rd.

Description: Join us as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Mayfest! Many exciting events are being planned to kick-off this wonderful milestone in Mayfest’s history. Times: Thurs & Friday 3:30 to 10pm; Sat 10am to 10pm; Sun 11am to 7pm.

National Polka Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/24/2013 to 05/26/2013

Cost: Fri: $7; Sat: $12; Sun $10; Kids 13 & under - Free

Ages: All ages

Location Address: Downtown Ennis, TX

Description: The festival kicks off with an opening dance Friday @ 7pm,featuring polka music and the King and Queen Dance Contest, where participants and non-participants are encouraged to wear traditional Czech kroj (costumes). At 10am Saturday morning, floats, bands, and colorful costumes will kick-off the downtown festivities. You will experience our traditions, religious customs, dancing, tastes, sights, sounds, and “a little bit of the Czech Lands” throughout historic downtown and at our three spacious air-conditioned halls. Enjoy a weekend of polka dancing, Czech foods, and 13 sensational LIVE polka bands including Grammy Award winning Brave Combo.

North Texas Book Festival

Date of event: 04/13/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 04:00:00 PM

Cost: free

Ages: all ages

Location Name: Denton Visual Arts center

Location Address: 400 E. Hickory, Denton, Texas

Description: Authors, Books Galore, Entertainment for the kids and much more!

Prairie Fest of Ft Worth

This event occurs the Fourth Saturday of each Month from 04/27/2013 to 04/27/2013

Event Time: 04:00:00 PM till 08:00:00 PM

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Tandy Hills Natural Area

Location Address: 3400 View St Fort Worth, TX 76103 Click for Google Map

Description: The free, solar-powered festival offers unique outdoor adventures for children and families along with tasty food, and live music. Plan your date with nature for the last Saturday in April.

River Legacy Cardboard Boat Regatta

This event occurs Daily from 04/27/2013 to 04/27/2013

Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 04:00:00 PM

Cost: $8

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

Location Address: 1800 East Lamar Boulevard, Arlington Click for Google Map

Description: Come cheer on the courageous crews as they battle the waves in their cardboard vessels or just come to soak up the fun and event day activities that include the Tornado ride, Hook’s Lagoon, Mini-Boat Regatta, Build-on-Site Boats, Whale Sail, Concessions, and much more!

Scarborough Renaissance Festival

This event occurs Daily from 04/06/2013 to 05/27/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 07:00:00 PM

Cost: ticket prices vary

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Scarborough Renaissance Festival

Location Address: 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie Click for Google Map

Description: Step back in time to a 16th-century English village featuring jousting knights, artisans, a slew of performances by entertainers, food and a variety of demonstrations (falconry, candle making, glass blowing) and more. Days: Weekends and Memorial Day Monday 10 AM to 7 PM. Discount tickets can be purchased online.

Scottish Festival & Highland Games

This event occurs Daily from 05/03/2013 to 05/05/2013

Cost: Ticket prices vary

Location Name: Maverick Stadium UTA Campus

Location Address: 1307 West Mitchell Arlington, TX 76013 Click for Google Map

Description: The skirl of the Pipes, the cheers of encouragement for the Athletic events, and the swirling of the Highland Dancers reminds all Scots of our rich and glorious heritage. Fireworks, Children's Games & Activities, Genealogy & HistorySeminars, a Medieval Scotland Area, Celtic Music & Art and much more! Fri 5pm-midnight; Sat 9am-midnight; Sun 9am-6pm

Southlake Art in the Square

This event occurs Daily from 04/26/2013 to 04/28/2013

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Southlake Town Square

Location Address: 1256 Main St Southlake, TX 76092 Click for Google Map

Description: We offer over 140 national and local unique artists, children’s arts and crafts, ongoing entertainment, headliner entertainment on Saturday evening, and a spectacular food court. Fri 4-10:30pm; Sat 10am-10:30pm; Sun 11am-6pm

Spring Festival in the Japanese Garden

Date of event: 04/20/2013

Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 05:00:00 PM

Cost: $6/Adults; $3/Children (4-12); Under 3 Free; Members free w Membership card

Ages: All Ages

Location Name: Fort Worth Botanical Gardens

Location Address: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107  Click for Google Map

Description: Enjoy the fresh brightness of the Spring color in the Japanese Garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies

Summer Cut: The Happy Funtime Fest

Date of event: 06/01/2013

Event Begins at: 04:00:00PM

Location Name: Gexa Energy Pavilion

Location Address: 1818 First Ave., Dallas, TX 75210  Click for Google Map

Description: he Happy Funtime Fest is the station’s premier award-winning festival, showcasing artists from across the KXT playlist.

Taste Addison

This event occurs Daily from 05/17/2013 to 05/19/2013

Cost: Friday: $15 Saturday: $5 before 5 p.m. $15 after 5 p.m. Sunday: $5 Children 3 and under are free

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Addison Circle Park

Location Address: 4970 Addison Circle Drive, Addison, Texas 75001 Click for Google Map

Description: Taste Addison offers a tasty weekend blend of food, music and family fun. This three-day festival features over 60 Addison restaurants serving generous samplings of their menus at reduced prices, national musical entertainment, celebrity chef demonstrations and wine tasting seminars, carnival rides, midway games, award-winning children's entertainment, and more. Times: Fri - 6 pm to midnight; Sat - Noon to midnight; Sun - Noon to 5 pm.

Texas Pirate Festival

This event occurs Daily from 06/01/2013 to 06/02/2013

Cost: $12/Adults; $5/Children 7-12; Ages 6 and under - FREE

Location Name: Middlefaire's Haymarket Square

Location Address: 8581 State Highway 171, Hillsboro, Texas

Description: Yar! Aargh! Hargh! Middlefaire's first annual TEXAS PIRATE FESTIVAL. Live black powder cannon, Singing Pirates, Grim and Inspiring Pirate Tales & Poetry, Boucanier Reenactment, Pirate Blackjack Games, Piratical Bellydancers, Best Pirate Costume Contest with prizes awarded both days. June 1 @11am - 7pm; June 2 @11am -6pm Active Duty military, firefighters, and peace officers admitted FREE

The 23rd Annual Dallas Cinco de Mayo Oak Cliff Big Parade & Festival

Date of event: 05/04/2013

Event Begins at: 11:00:00AM

Ages: All Ages

Location Address: From 200 E. Jefferson Blvd. to 1000 W. Page Street, Dallas

Description: This year's theme: Beginnings. The Parade Main Stage with Emcee, DJ Music, Judges, Fun & Games will be located at 600 W. Jefferson Blvd. The Big Parade and Festival in Oak Cliff is a decades-long tradition, 22 years to be exact. The nearly mile-and-a-half-long route runs through historic Oak Cliff and is sponsored by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts. Arrive early to get a prime watching spot, then thrill to the colorful floats, marching bands, rumba performers and music. After the parade, kick back at the main stage for more music and performances. Its great fun for all ages.

Trinity River Wind Festival

Date of event: 05/18/2013

Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 05:00:00 PM

Cost: Free Family Fun

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Dallas Floodway

Location Address: 146 W. Commerce Street Dallas, TX

Description: Wind Driven Recreational Fun in the Dallas Floodway

Wildflower Arts & Music Festival

This event occurs Daily from 05/17/2013 to 05/19/2013

Cost: $3 - $30

Ages: All ages

Location Name: Galatyn Park,

Location Address: Galatyn Parkway and US 75 in Richardson, Texas

Description: Award-winning, multi-day eclectic arts and music festival.  There’s also the family friendly Kidz Korner, strolling entertainers and acrobats, three main outdoor stages, a singer-songwriter stage, the Taste of Texas Food Garden, a petting zoo. Tickets sold at Tom Thumb stores. Fri 6pm -midnight; Sat 11am to midnight; Sun 12:30pm to 8pm