April 16, 2026

Rain or shine, SaturYAY's calling your name

Weekend Forecast

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Weekend Pick

Editor's Pick

Sat, Apr 18 ยท 10:00 AM

SaturYAY in the Park

Kaleidoscope Park

Kick off your weekend with the perfect blend of family fun and hands-on learning at Kaleidoscope Park on Warren Parkway! This Saturday from 10am to 2pm, you'll find interactive activities from Adventure Kids arts and crafts, The Little Gym, Young Artist Music School, and so much more. It's become our go-to Saturday morning tradition, and I love watching the kids dive into new experiences while parents can actually relax a bit. Trust me, this is the kind of community event that makes Frisco feel like home.

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This Week in Frisco

Arts & Culture

Fri, Apr 17 ยท 6:00 PM

Hoppy Marketplace

Rollertown Beerworks

Browse local makers and artists while sipping craft beer at Rollertown Beerworks on Main Street this Friday evening. This recurring marketplace happens the first and third Fridays of each month. It's the perfect way to discover unique finds and support local businesses!

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Community & Civic

Sat, Apr 18 ยท 2:00 PM

Neverland High Tops and High Heels Play Frisco

Ford Center

Create magical memories with your child at the Daddy Daughter Dance this Saturday at The Ford Center at The Star. This semi-formal dance runs from 2pm to 3:30pm. Grab tickets at FriscoTexas.gov/Tickets.

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Arts & Culture

Sat, Apr 18

Clean It & Green It

Join the Environmental Services Division for our annual Earth Day cleanup event this Saturday. You can choose your own cleanup location or have one assigned to you. Find all the details at FriscoTexas.gov/CommunityCleanup.

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Arts & Culture

Sat, Apr 18 ยท 2:00 PM

Chamberlain Ballet - Family Ballet Series - Sleeping Beauty

Frisco Discovery Center

Introduce your little ones to ballet with Chamberlain Ballet's family-friendly performance of Sleeping Beauty at the Frisco Discovery Center on Dallas Parkway. At just $5 per ticket, this 2pm Saturday show is the perfect theater experience for young families.

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Outdoor & Nature

Sat, Apr 18

Cycle the City

Bike the Starwood Trail with Frisco's elected officials and first responders this Saturday morning. The 8am ride starts at Allen Elementary School on Legacy Drive. Get full event details at FriscoTexas.gov/Cycle.

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Arts & CultureFree

Sun, Apr 19 ยท 9:00 AM

Club Pilates Free Mat Class

Frisco Fresh Market

Start your Sunday with a free outdoor Pilates mat class at Frisco Fresh Market on John W. Elliott Drive. Club Pilates North Frisco leads this 9am session that's perfect for all fitness levels. Bring your own mat and water bottle for this fresh air workout!

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Food & Drink

Tue, Apr 21 ยท 11:00 AM

Progressive Cash Pot Music Bingo & Street Taco Tuesday

The Revel Patio Grill

Join the fun at The Revel Patio Grill on Preston Road for Street Taco Tuesday with music bingo! Chicken and pork tacos are $2.50 each, while steak and shrimp run $3.50. Plus, crawfish are back on the menu!

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Arts & CultureFree

Thu, Apr 23 ยท 6:00 PM

Dallas Cowboys Draft Party presented by Miller Lite

Ford Center

Get the ultimate front row experience for the NFL Draft at Ford Center at The Star on April 23rd. Watch live coverage of the Cowboys' two first-round picks right from the field, with doors opening at 6pm. Expect appearances by current players and alumni plus high-energy performances!

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Frisco Sports

FC Dallas vs. LA Galaxy

Sat, Apr 18 ยท 7:30 PM

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Frisco RoughRiders vs. Tulsa Drillers

Tue, Apr 21 ยท 12:05 PM

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Frisco RoughRiders vs. Tulsa Drillers

Wed, Apr 22 ยท 6:35 PM

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FC Dallas vs. Minnesota United FC

Wed, Apr 22 ยท 7:30 PM

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New to Frisco?

Register your kids for Frisco ISD online at friscoregistration.com before visiting the Registration Center at 5515 Ohio Drive. Have your lease or deed, immunization records, and birth certificate ready. Pro tip: appointments fill up fast during peak summer months, so book early! The staff there is incredibly helpful and will walk you through everything.

Good to Know

Students Earn Gold Medals, Scholarships at Academic Decathlon

Frisco ISD Tennis Players Win District 11-5A and 12-5A Titles

Heritage and Liberty Track and Field Teams Win District Titles

Frisco ISD Choirs Achieve Superior Ratings at UIL

Frisco Staples

Arts & Culture

AMC DINE-IN Stonebriar 24

24-screen movie theater with IMAX, Dolby Cinema, dine-in delivery to your seat, and recliner seating inside Stonebriar Centre. Discount Tuesdays and open caption screenings available.

Daily โ€” showtimes vary

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Arts & Culture

Cinemark Frisco Square & XD

12-screen movie theater with XD auditorium in the heart of Frisco Square. A smaller, more walkable alternative to the Stonebriar megaplex, with dining and shopping steps away.

Daily โ€” showtimes vary

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Arts & Culture

Frisco Discovery Center

A hub for arts, culture, and community events in the heart of Frisco. Hosts rotating exhibits, performances, and family programming throughout the year.

Hours vary by event โ€” check friscotexas.gov for calendar

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Arts & Culture

Paint & Sip Studios

Drop-in painting classes for adults and families โ€” no experience needed. A fun creative outing that doubles as a great date night or girls' night out. Multiple locations near Frisco.

Classes vary โ€” check paintingswithatwist.com for schedule

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Community & Civic

Frisco Square

The heart of downtown Frisco โ€” a walkable mixed-use district with restaurants, shops, a splash pad, and a lawn that hosts free community events, concerts, and seasonal festivals throughout the year.

Open daily. Events vary โ€” check friscosquare.com

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Community & Civic

The Star in Frisco

Dallas Cowboys world headquarters and entertainment district featuring restaurants, shops, a hotel, and regular free community events including movie nights and live music on the plaza.

Open daily. Events vary โ€” check thestarinfrisco.com

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Education & Learning

Frisco Public Library

Two branches serving Frisco with free programming for all ages โ€” story time, STEM activities, summer reading challenges, and community events. One of the best free resources in the city.

Mon-Thu 9am-9pm, Fri-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 1pm-6pm

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Education & Learning

Sci-Tech Discovery Center

Interactive children's museum focused on science, math, and technology with hands-on exhibits including a health exhibit, Makerspace, and Picture Yourself in STEM.

Mon closed, Tue members only, Wed-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm

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Family & Kids

KidZania Dallas

Interactive indoor city where kids ages 4-14 try 50+ real-world jobs, from firefighter to surgeon to news anchor. Adults explore while kids play independently.

12pm-7pm (most days, check website for schedule)

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Family & Kids

Main Event Frisco

All-in-one entertainment venue with bowling, laser tag, arcade games, billiards, and a full restaurant. Great for family nights out and birthday parties for all ages.

Sun-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-1am

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Family & Kids

Museum of the American Railroad

Full-size historic trains and G-scale model railway at TrainTopia. Walking tours of the outdoor Rolling Stock Collection run Wed-Sat at 11am and 1pm (about 1 mile, ~1 hour).

Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm. Walking tours Wed-Sat 11am & 1pm.

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Family & Kids

National Videogame Museum

Interactive museum with playable exhibits spanning every era of gaming, from Pong to modern VR. Over 100,000 sq ft of hands-on fun for all ages.

Mon-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 12-5pm, Sun closed

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Family & Kids

Sky Zone Frisco

Indoor trampoline park with open jump areas, dodgeball courts, foam pits, and ninja obstacle courses. Perfect for burning energy on hot Texas days or rainy weekends.

Mon-Thu 3pm-8pm, Fri 3pm-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-8pm

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Family & Kids

Slick City

Indoor slide and action park with 13+ attractions including mega slides, air courts, trapeze, and Junior Jungle for ages 5 and under. Timed sessions.

Mon-Thu 1-8:30pm, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-8:30pm

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Outdoor & Nature

Beavers Bend Trail

1.2-mile trail connecting B.F. Phillips Community Park to Iron Horse Trail.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Big Bluestem Trail at Grand Park

2.2-mile natural unpaved trail between Legacy Dr. and Dallas Pkwy., extending to Stonebrook Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Caddo Trail

1.1-mile trail along Stewart Creek south of Stonebrook Pkwy., connecting to J.C. Grant Park.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

College Parkway Trail

1.2-mile trail along TXU easement from College Pkwy. north to Main St.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt

1.94-mile trail through a 77-acre natural area with wetlands, ponds, and fishing/wildlife viewing platforms.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Dominion Trail

1.2-mile concrete trail (12-20 ft wide) with bridge crossings, gravity stone walls, and benches. Connects Hillcrest Rd. to Preston Rd.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Frisco Commons Park

One of Frisco's most beloved community parks featuring a splash pad, playground, open fields, a pond, and walking trails. A true neighborhood gathering spot year-round.

Daily 5am-11pm. Splash pad seasonal May-September.

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Outdoor & Nature

Frisco Skate Park

47,000 sq ft outdoor skate park with three areas: The Plaza (ledges, rails, stairs, 16-ft concrete wave), multi-depth flow bowl (5-9 ft), and pool (up to 9.5 ft). Open to skateboards, bikes, inline skates, and scooters.

Daily 8am-10pm. Free.

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Outdoor & Nature

Frisco Springs Trail

1.1-mile trail along Frisco Springs subdivision north of Eldorado Pkwy., connecting to Warren Sports Complex.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Grand Park

Frisco's flagship 200-acre park featuring a large lake, trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and event lawns. Hosts many of the city's biggest outdoor events throughout the year.

Daily 5am-11pm

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Outdoor & Nature

Griffin Parc Trail

1.1-mile series of trails from Legacy Dr. west to Teel Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Hazelwood Trail

0.7-mile trail winding through native grasslands along Panther Creek between FM 423 and Teel Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Iron Horse Trail

1.2-mile decomposed granite trail through restored Blackland Prairie with two ponds and native plant habitat. Lebanon Rd. to Stonebrook Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Lone Star Ranch Trail

1.2-mile series of trails between Timber Ridge Dr. south to Lebanon Rd.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Monarch Trail

0.2-mile pedestrian connector linking Glen View and Grayhawk communities to Monarch View Park.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

PGA Trail

3.48-mile trail running along the PGA Frisco facility perimeter from Legacy Dr. to Teel Pkwy. One of the longest trails in Frisco.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Ruff Range Dog Park

Off-leash dog park with separate areas for large dogs (35+ lbs) and small dogs (under 35 lbs). Includes pavilions, water stations, dog wash stations. Large dog areas rotate every two weeks.

Sunrise to sunset daily, closed Wednesdays for maintenance. Free.

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Outdoor & Nature

Splash Pads: Kaleidoscope Park

Free splash pad with temperature sensor that auto-shuts below 60ยฐF. Longer season than other city splash pads.

Daily 9am-10pm, mid-March through mid-November (weather dependent)

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Outdoor & Nature

Starwood Trail

1.3-mile paved trail through Starwood subdivision from Lebanon Rd. north to Stonebrook Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Taychas Trail

2.2-mile trail along West Rowlett Creek from Limestone Quarry Park to Main St. Connects Frisco to the Six Cities Trail (Plano, McKinney, Allen, Richardson, Garland).

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

Trails of West Frisco Trail

0.8-mile series of trails from Teel Pkwy./FM 720 north to Cottonwood Creek.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Outdoor & Nature

West Rowlett Trail

1.7-mile trail inside Harold Bacchus Community Park, running from Main St. south to Independence Pkwy.

Open daily, dawn to dusk

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Shopping & Markets

Frisco Fresh Market

Year-round outdoor farmers market with farm fresh produce, local coffee, food vendors, and handmade goods. Pet-friendly, family-friendly, rain or shine. Regular events include goat yoga, fitness activities, and live music.

Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm, year-round

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Shopping & Markets

Frisco Rotary Farmers Market

Seasonal outdoor farmers market run by the Frisco Rotary Club. Local produce, artisan goods, baked goods, and prepared foods. Family-friendly community market.

Saturdays 8am-1pm, April through December

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Shopping & Markets

Legacy West

Upscale open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment district on the Plano/Frisco border. Home to popular restaurants, boutiques, and occasional outdoor events and live music.

Retail Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Dining hours vary.

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Shopping & Markets

Stonebriar Centre

Frisco's premier indoor mall with 165+ stores, a food court, and regular family events including seasonal activities and kids' programming. A go-to on hot or rainy days.

Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm

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Sports & Fitness

Frisco YMCA

Full-service family recreation center with pools, fitness equipment, group classes, youth sports leagues, and drop-in childcare. Membership-based but drop-in rates available.

Mon-Fri 5am-10pm, Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm

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Sports & Fitness

National Soccer Hall of Fame

Interactive museum honoring American soccer since 1979. Personalized exhibits with VR experiences, Hall of Famers displays, and a timeline of U.S. soccer history. $5 Wednesdays.

Mon-Tue closed, Wed 1:30-9pm, Thu-Fri 1:30-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm

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Sports & Fitness

Riders Field

Home of the Frisco RoughRiders (AA affiliate of the Texas Rangers). One of the best minor league ballpark experiences in the country โ€” affordable, family-friendly, and great for kids.

Home games April through September โ€” check schedule at ridersbaseball.com

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Sports & Fitness

Toyota Stadium

Home of FC Dallas (MLS) and the Dallas Renegades (UFL). A world-class soccer and football venue right in the heart of Frisco โ€” great for a family sports outing.

Event days vary โ€” check thestarinfrisco.com for schedule

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