As warm weather begins to roll over Dallas-Fort Worth, so does the spring festival. It celebrates art, music and culture at one of many festivals that begin in northern Texas starting in March. Here’s a guide to D-FW’s spring events, from Holy to Renaissance Fair to Gardens.
Fort Worth African American Roots Music Festival
The festival celebrates African-American influence in American roots music and presents a lineup of award-winning artists across North America who continue their own cultural heritage.
Details: March 15th, noon to 10pm at Southside Preservation Hall, 1519 Lipscomb St., Fort Worth. Tickets range from $20 to $48.
Dallas Festival of Color
This is the biggest celebration of Holy in North Texas. Every 30 minutes there is a free color throw along with contests, dance-offs, yoga, tug-of-war of love, many prizes and musical performances. Indulge in this celebration of spring, colours and love.
Details: March 16th, 11am to 5pm, Parker, South Forkram, 3700 Hodge Drive. Tickets are $12.
Deep Elm Community Arts Fair
Deep Elm, which traces its origins over 150 years ago, has been home to art and culture for generations. The festival highlights artists, performers and entertainers from the community. There are plenty of exhibits, concerts and food for participants to check out.
Details: Clouds Street, Dallas, April 4-6, 11am to 10pm to Saturdays and Saturdays, 11am to 8pm to 8pm to 8pm. free.
South Street Art Festival
This is the longest and only art festival in Arlington’s Downtown Cultural and Arts District. Art lovers can stroll around South Street and admire a variety of original works.
Details: 4-8pm Friday, April 4-6, 11am-8pm Saturday, 11am-5pm to 5pm 11am-5pm to 5pm, 300-500 block of East South Street, Arlington. free.
Scaborol Naissance Festival
This eight-week festival dates back to the days of King Arthur and the Order of the Roundtable. Make a joke against the Knights, dress in the best 16th century English clothes and take part in the imposing court dance.
Details: April 5th and May 26th. Saturdays, Sundays and anniversary from 10am to 7pm at Waxahachie’s Scaborol Naissance Festival Ground. A daily ticket costs $32, or $14 for ages 5-12 when purchased online.
Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival
Texas’ biggest art festival takes place along the 18 blocks in the heart of downtown Fort Worth. In addition to 219 artists and over 50 musical performances, there will also be food, drinks and activities aimed at children.
Details: Main Street in Fort Worth April 10-13, 10am-10pm, Thursdays from 10am-10pm to 11pm-10pm, 10am-8pm. free.
Art blooms
Experience a weekend filled with art and enchanting sets to satisfy all five senses. Explore boutiques, cafes, bars, galleries and restaurants throughout historic Downtown McKinney. Listen to hours of live music while enjoying wine tasting and browsing art.
Details: April 11-13, 5pm to 10pm on Fridays, 11am to 10pm on Saturdays, 5pm to 5pm in Downtown McKinney. free.
Block Party that will change the perspective of the Dallas Arts District
The Dallas Arts District is holding its annual free family block party to celebrate the Dallas Arts Month. There are fun activities to attend, including community murals, gourmet food trucks, and meeting and welcoming local artists. Bandaloop will run.
Details: April 13th, from 3 to 8pm, in the Dallas Arts area. free.
Festival of joy
The sixth annual celebration of Indian Culture will be held at Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. It features parades, dance, live performances, yoga, free vegetarian feasts, crafts, face painting and opportunities to ask monk questions.
Details: April 26th, 11am to 7pm, 2012 Clyde Warren Park, Dallas, Wood All Rogers Freeway. free.
Japan Garden Spring Festival
The event is a collaboration between Fort Worth Botanical Garden and Japanese society in Fort Worth, filled with Japanese traditions, performances, shopping and cuisine. Learn about tea ceremony and martial arts and enjoy the performance of the cherry blossom children’s choir.
Details: April 26th-27th, 9am to 5pm at Fort Worth Botanical Garden, the garden of the 3220 Botanical Garden in Fort Worth. Admission is $6 for children and $12 for adults.
Louisville Color Palooza
Immerse yourself in the Louisville art scene and admire temporary art installations using water, thread, chalk and other media. Participate in practical art activities such as woven keychains, friendship bracelets, dark paints, ceramic tiles and more.
Details: April 26th, 10am to 5pm at Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W Church Street, Louisville. free.
Mayfest
Fort Worth’s biggest party takes place on the banks of the Trinity River. There are four-day live music, carnival rides, performing arts, pet adoption, art and gift vendors, and festival food.
Details: Thursday, May 1-4th, 3:30pm to 9pm, Friday from 3:30am to 10am, Saturday from 10am to 11am to 7pm to 7pm to 7pm to 7pm to 2401 University Dr., Fort Worth. Free on Thursdays, $7 for children and seniors, and $12 for the remaining adults for the weekend.
Cotton Wood Art Festival
Since 1969, local artists have gathered at Scenic Cotton Wood Park for a festival. Today it is a signature art event featuring nearly 200 largest artists in the country. Children can go to the children’s area at Art Stop to participate in the crafts while adults stare at the artwork.
Details: It will take place on Saturday, May 3rd – 4th from 10am to 7pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm at 1321 W. Beltline Road in Richardson. free.
Main Street Fest Grapevine
This family-friendly festival takes place at the historic Grapevine. Enjoy carnival rides over the weekend, craft drinks experiences, and support local businesses.
Details: Friday and Saturday, May 16th-18th, 11am to 11pm, and Sunday in downtown Grapevine, 11am to 6pm. $5 for children and seniors, $10 for adults.
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