From Rooftop Beats to Family Fests – Your Ultimate Dallas Summer Lineup Starts Here
Dallas doesn’t just survive summer—it throws a party in its honor. From May through August, the city comes alive with music festivals, splash-worthy celebrations, food truck throwdowns, cultural showcases, and big-name performances under starry Texas skies.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or a local looking to spice up your calendar, here are 12 can’t-miss Dallas events this summer that prove there’s no heat like a Dallas heatwave—especially when paired with a cold drink and a front-row seat.
☀️ 1. Dallas Memorial Day Music Fest
📍May 24–26, Main Street Garden Park
Live bands, food trucks, lawn games, and a flag-waving celebration of summer’s kickoff. Great for families and music lovers alike.
🍺 2. Bishop Arts BrewFest
📍June 7, Bishop Arts District
Sample craft brews from across Texas while strolling one of Dallas’ coolest neighborhoods. Expect live music, local vendors, and big patio energy.
🎨 3. Deep Ellum Arts Festival
📍June 14–16, Deep Ellum
Think gritty meets creative: six blocks of eclectic art, more than 200 artists, plus a stacked live music lineup. Edgy, funky, and fully Dallas.
🧊 4. Cool Thursdays Concert Series at the Arboretum
📍Every Thursday, May–July, Dallas Arboretum
BYO wine, grab a lawn chair, and take in sunset views over White Rock Lake. These concerts are family-friendly, low-key, and crazy scenic.
🎆 5. Kaboom Town in Addison
📍July 3, Addison Circle Park
Often ranked among the top fireworks shows in America, this blowout has air shows, live music, and all-American vibes just north of Dallas.
🌮 6. Taco Libre Dallas
📍July 19, Fair Park
Celebrate the holy trinity of tacos, tequila, and lucha libre wrestling. It’s bold, spicy, and totally unforgettable.
💃 7. Salsa on the Plaza at Klyde Warren Park
📍Monthly, May–August
Free salsa dancing under the stars with live bands and instructor-led moves. Bring a date or find one there.
🎭 8. Shakespeare in the Park – Much Ado About Nothing
📍July–August, Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre
Catch classic theatre outdoors—blankets, picnics, and great performances included.
🦖 9. Summer Dino Safari at the Perot Museum
📍June–August, Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Kids and grown-ups alike will love this hands-on adventure featuring animatronic dinos, fossil digs, and dino-themed treats.
🍉 10. Dallas Farmers Market: Summer Night Market
📍Select Fridays, The Shed
Local makers, food trucks, live music, and summer produce under twinkle lights. It’s the kind of chill Friday night we dream about.
🎧 11. Party on the Plaza at the AT&T Discovery District
📍All summer long
Free concerts, film screenings, food pop-ups, and digital light shows at this downtown entertainment hub.
🌞 12. Dallas Zoo’s Safari Nights Concert Series
📍Saturday evenings, June–July
Live music paired with after-hours animal encounters and tasty bites. It’s wild—in the best way.
👉 Want more summer fun? Check out our top Dallas attractions, tours, and trip ideas at DallasVisitorsGuide.com.
