Everything happening in Garland this summer — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: August 29, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Dining Lakewood Brewing Company celebrates 14 years of Texas craft beer with a community anniversary party at the brewery. Expect special releases, live music, and festivities for beer enthusiasts.
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Events Live comedy and entertainment tour by D'Lai comes to Garland's historic art-deco Plaza Theatre in Downtown Garland. The Plaza Theatre is part of the Granville Arts Center complex.
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Events Garland's free monthly outdoor concert series returns for September with Jimmy Wallace & The Mighty headlining on the Downtown Square. Food from nearby restaurants and a kids' activity area are part of the evening.
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Faith St. Michael the Archangel Parish holds a First Friday Mass at 6:30 PM each month, followed by Eucharistic Adoration in the parish's dedicated Adoration Chapel. Weekday adoration is also available Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.
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Events A vibrant cultural festival of Indian classical dance and music presented by the G V Ramani Natya Kala Foundation at Garland's Granville Arts Center. The event showcases Bharatanatyam and other classical Indian performing arts for the community.
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Shopping Bluebonnet Craft Expo brings a curated vintage and artisan market to Lakewood Brewing Company's outdoor space. Browse handmade goods, vintage finds, and artisan products while enjoying craft beer on tap.
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Faith Good Shepherd Parish launches its fall 2026 faith formation season with adult and youth religious education programs offered in both English and Spanish. The bilingual parish serves one of Garland's largest Catholic communities.
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Faith St. Michael the Archangel Parish offers bilingual (English and Spanish) pre-baptismal classes for parents and godparents on the second Thursday of each month. Registration is required; contact the Family Life office at 972-279-6581 ext. 107.
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Sports The National Xball League's Lone Star Open paintball tournament comes to Audubon Park in Garland. Competitive teams from across the region compete in this multi-day professional paintball event.
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Family A community volunteer event where participants assemble meals for food-insecure residents of Garland. Families and individuals are welcome to join this hands-on service project that directly benefits neighbors in need.
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Family The Garland Fire Department sets up a community outreach booth at the Firewheel Farmers Market, giving residents a chance to meet local firefighters, learn about fire safety, and explore fire apparatus. A family-friendly addition to the regular Sunday market.
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Faith The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) North America Regional Headquarters hosts its annual Workers and Ministers Conference, drawing church leaders and workers from across the Americas for training, worship, and fellowship. A major multi-day gathering for one of Garland's largest congregations.
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Events The Garland Symphony Orchestra opens its fall 2026 season at the Granville Arts Center. The professional regional orchestra presents a program of classical and popular orchestral works.
Visit Website → Events A live tribute to country legend Conway Twitty starring David Lee comes to Garland's historic Plaza Theatre. The 1940s art-deco venue is part of the Granville Arts Center complex in Downtown Garland.
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Events Garland's annual tribute to the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla, features live tribute performances, music, and community celebration in Downtown Garland. A beloved event for the city's large Latin community.
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Dining Pre-race packet pickup party for registered Guzzler 0.5K runners. Collect your race bib, t-shirt, and custom medal in a relaxed taproom setting the Thursday before race day.
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Events Garland's free monthly outdoor concert series returns for its October installment on the first Friday of the month. Live performances by local and regional artists on the Downtown Square with food and family activities.
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Faith The monthly First Friday Mass and Eucharistic Adoration at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, open to all parishioners and visitors. The parish's Adoration Chapel is also open for weekday adoration Monday–Friday.
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Sports The 9th Annual Garland Guzzler 0.5K circles the City Square with a '70s disco theme — costumes encouraged. Post-race festivities include live music from Le Freak, a Disco Roller Derby by Assassination City Roller Derby, a pumpkin patch photo op, pumpkin bowling, festive food, and a kids' zone.
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Faith Good Shepherd Catholic Parish observes the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (October 7) with a special evening holy hour and Rosary devotion, followed by Mass in Spanish at 7:00 PM. The parish's bilingual community is invited to attend.
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Family A Garland tradition since 1946, the St. Michael Parish Annual Fall Festival features food booths, carnival games, rides, and live entertainment over three evenings. The entire community is welcome to this beloved fall fundraiser supporting parish ministries.
Visit Website → Faith A Garland tradition since 1946, the St. Michael Parish Annual Fall Festival features food booths, carnival games, rides, and live entertainment over three evenings. The entire community is welcome to this beloved fall fundraiser supporting parish ministries.
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Shopping Lakewood Brewing Company hosts its seasonal Fall Fest Market, combining local craft vendors and artisans with the brewery's award-winning Texas craft beers. A relaxed Sunday afternoon event for shoppers and beer enthusiasts alike.
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Family The Granville Arts Center hosts its annual juried Día de los Muertos altar exhibition featuring community-built and GISD student altars honoring departed loved ones. The free exhibition is open during regular gallery hours and leads up to the main Día de los Muertos festival.
Visit Website → Shopping St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church hosts its annual fall Craft Bazaar inside Curran Hall, featuring local vendors selling handmade, vintage, and artisan goods. Proceeds support parish ministries and the event is open to the entire community.
Visit Website → Faith St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church hosts its 7th annual fall Craft Bazaar inside Curran Hall, featuring local vendors selling handmade, vintage, and artisan goods. Proceeds support parish ministries and the event is open to the entire community.
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Dining FoodeesFest brings more than 40 food trucks and dozens of artisan craft vendors to Firewheel Town Center for a three-day outdoor festival. Admission is free as the event is fully vendor-supported; free registration is encouraged to help vendors prepare.
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Family Visit Garland's signature Día de los Muertos festival fills the Downtown Square with mariachi bands, Ballet Folklórico performances, a Catrina/Catrín costume contest, community altars, and food trucks. A beloved annual celebration of Mexican cultural heritage for the city's large Latin community.
Visit Website → Family Downtown Garland businesses and the City Square host a family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat event on the Square. Costumes encouraged for all ages; a safe, walkable environment for families in the heart of Downtown.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Family A large-scale public art installation of colorful alebrije folk-art sculptures displayed throughout Downtown Garland Square, timed to the Día de los Muertos season. The free, walkable outdoor exhibit celebrates Mexican cultural heritage and is accessible around the clock.
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Events Garland Civic Theatre presents the classic psychological thriller 'Angel Street' (also known as Gaslight) at the Granville Arts Center Small Theatre. The long-running community theater group stages productions throughout the year.
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Shopping Garland's popular weekly outdoor farmers market at Firewheel Town Center features fresh produce, local vendors, artisan goods, and prepared foods every Sunday morning. A community staple for fresh and local shopping.
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Faith Good Shepherd Catholic Parish offers daily Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament following the 8:00 AM Mass (Monday–Friday) until 10:00 AM, and again beginning at 6:00 PM until the evening Spanish Mass. Confessions are also available Tuesday–Friday 6:00–7:00 PM and Saturday 9:00–10:00 AM.
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Faith Northplace Church's Garland campus hosts Growth Track discipleship experiences and community connection events throughout fall 2026. Weekend services feature worship and biblical teaching with children's ministry available for all ages.
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