Top Things to Do in DFW – August 2025 Events Guide
Here are some top things to do in the Greater Dallas–Fort Worth area in August 2025:
Live Music & Concerts
- Big-Time Concerts: Billy Currington at Toyota Music Factory (Irving), The Aquabats at Echo Lounge, Roger Creager at Billy Bob’s Texas fortworth.events+2Visit Dallas+2Texas Parks and Wildlife Department+2Stockyards+2Songkick+2Stockyards+2.
- Candlelight Concert Series in Fort Worth/Dallas (tributes to Queen, Coldplay, Adele, Bad Bunny) on various evenings in early and late August My Guide Dallas.
Tours & Sightseeing
- E‑Scooter Tours in Deep Ellum: Downtown sightseeing or sunset fat-tire rides on August 1–2 My Guide Dallas.
- Guided Tours: Cowboys (AT&T Stadium), JFK Sixth Floor Museum, and combo tours of Dallas & Fort Worth all available starting Aug 1 Eater Dallas+11My Guide Dallas+11My Guide Dallas+11.
Sports & Stadium Events
- AT&T Stadium Concert: The Weeknd (with Playboi Carti and Mike Dean) on August 27 Wikipedia.
- Cowtown Coliseum Rodeo: Friday/Saturday rodeos, with special country-music performances inside the historic Fort Worth Stockyards Chron+3Wikipedia+3Stockyards+3.
Family & Kids’ Activities
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine – indoor fun for all ages My Guide DallasMy Guide Dallas.
- State-Park Programs: Ranger-led hikes, junior ranger days, wildlife talks at parks like Bonham, Dinosaur Valley, Cooper Lake, Fort Boggy—especially during the first few weekends Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Dining & Festivals
- Dallas Restaurant Week: July 31–August 10 offers prix‑fixe $29–$99 deals at ~150 top venues—benefitting North Texas Food Bank Eater Dallas.
- International Tastes in Bishop Arts District: sample Afghan, Italian, Japanese, Argentinian, French, Mexican and more Visit Dallas.
- New & Scenic Restaurants: Summer openings and stunning views at spots like Monarch, Terrazza di Triozzi, Monkey Bar on 9—ideal for summer dining Eater Dallas.
Festivals & Special Events
- International Beer Day (Aug 2), National Waffle Day (Aug 24), National Dog Day (Aug 26) – themed events across local breweries, cafés, parks Visit Dallas.
- Cultural Festivals: Check upcoming listings for bull‑riding events, rodeos, BBQ experiences at Fort Worth Stockyards visitdallas-fortworth.com+9fortworth.com+9Stockyards+9.
Tips & Planning:
- Beat the August heat: enjoy pool days at The Stoneleigh (Day‑Pass via ResortPass) Visit Dallas+1Chron+1.
- For calendar updates and details, visit VisitDallas, MyGuideDallas, FortWorth.com, and Do214.
- Don’t miss AT&T Stadium on 27 Aug—a huge showing by The Weeknd! do214.com+1do214.com+1Wikipedia.
Whether you’re into concerts, local culture, outdoor adventures, or dining deals, August in DFW has something for everyone.
