From rodeos and pool parties to live music, festivals, sports and more, there are so many ways to make the most of the long weekend around DFW! We partnered with Sun Cruiser to round up some of the best events happening this Labor Day weekend.
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Updated August 2026
Late Night at the Museum
Kick off the weekend at the Dallas Museum of Art with live music, curated cocktails and bites, and after-hours access to the galleries, including the Samurai to the Imperial Court exhibit.
Date & time: Friday, September 4th
Location: Dallas Museum of Art
Price: Free for DMA Members, $25 for the public
Arts District | Directions
I Hate Models at SILO Dallas
If electronic music is more your speed, SILO Dallas is hosting a night with techno artist I Hate Models to start the holiday weekend right.
Date & time: Friday, September 4th at 9pm
Location: SILO Dallas
Price: Varies
Design District | Directions
JadeWaters Final Summer Splash
Hilton Anatole is celebrating the last weekend of the summer season at its JadeWaters resort pool complex, with the lazy river, waterslides, swim-up bar and poolside activities open through Labor Day.
Date & time: Friday, September 4th through Monday, September 7th
Location: JadeWaters at Hilton Anatole
Price: Varies
Design District | Directions
Texas Pool Closing Weekend
Make a splash on the final day of the 2026 swim season with a Labor Day party at The Texas Pool, featuring classic pool games, a cannonball contest with prizes, BBQ grills, picnic areas, and a snack bar. Guests can also shop mer-mazing merchandise at the Shellebrations Pop-Up Grotto before enjoying one last swim across Texas.
Date & time: Monday, September 7th, 12–6pm
Location: Texas Pool
Price: $10
Plano | Directions
Giddy Up & Go! Fort Worth Stockyards Labor Day Weekend
The Fort Worth Stockyards is bringing the boots, bulls and Texas hospitality this Labor Day weekend! From bull riding to championship rodeos and a Sunday fiesta, here's everything happening September 3–7.
Date & time: Thursday, September 3rd through Monday, September 7th
Location: Fort Worth Stockyards
Price: Varies
Fort Worth | Directions
The Farmers Market @ The Shed
Spend Labor Day Weekend shopping local at The Shed at the Dallas Farmers Market, with live music, family-friendly activities, free balloon art, and plenty of local vendors to explore. Kids can enjoy morning activities while live music fills both Pearl Street Plaza and The Shed throughout the weekend.
Date & time: Saturday, September 5th, 9am–5pm; Sunday, September 6th, 10am–5pm
Location: The Shed at Dallas Farmers Market
Price: Free
Downtown Dallas | Directions
Granbury Labor Day Weekend Festival & Sidewalk Sale
Head to Granbury for fun on land and water all weekend long! This free, family-friendly festival features sidewalk sales and local vendors on the square, live music, kids' activities and a lighted boat parade on Lake Granbury.
Date & time: Friday, September 4th through Sunday, September 6th
Location: Granbury Square Plaza
Price: Free
Granbury | Directions
End of Summer Labor Day Pool Party
Close out summer with a 21+ pool party at the Lorenzo Hotel Dallas featuring 18 house music DJs, poolside vibes, food and drinks, and plenty of dancing throughout the day. Guests can also upgrade the experience with VIP cabanas or make a full weekend of it with discounted hotel rooms.
Date & time: Monday, September 7th, 1–10pm
Location: Lorenzo Hotel Dallas Pool
Price: $23+
Downtown | Directions
Riverfront Jazz Festival 2026
Dance into the long weekend at the 9th Annual Riverfront Jazz Festival, hosted by the Black Academy of Arts and Letters, featuring jazz, R&B, soul and blues artists on multiple stages.
Date & time: Friday, September 4th, times vary
Location: Fair Park
Price: Ticket prices vary by day and pass type
Fair Park | Directions
Frisco RoughRiders vs. Amarillo Sod Poodles
Catch a home series from Frisco's Double-A baseball club as they take on the Amarillo Sod Poodles all weekend long.
Date & time: September 1st through 6th
Location: Riders' Field
Price: Varies
Frisco | Directions
Dallas Trinity FC vs. Brooklyn FC
Cheer on Dallas' professional women's soccer club as they take on Brooklyn FC over the holiday weekend.
Date & time: Saturday, September 5th
Location: Cotton Bowl
Price: Ticket prices vary by day and pass type
Fair Park | Directions
The Village Labor Day Pool Party
Keep the Labor Day Weekend energy going with a high-energy pool party featuring DJ and producer Kim Lee, nonstop beats, poolside cocktails, and plenty of sunshine. Known for performing alongside major names like Steve Aoki, Martin Garrix, Diplo, Skrillex, and Kygo, Kim Lee brings her global DJ sound to the pool for an afternoon of dancing and summer vibes.
Date & time: Sunday, September 6th, 11am–7pm
Location: Village Beach Club, Dallas
Price: Prices vary
Northeast Dallas | Directions
MORE WAYS TO CLOSE OUT THE SUMMER
Take a dip in a hotel pool, even if you're not staying there!
Cool off at 10+ kayaking and paddleboarding spots around town.
Float the river somewhere in Texas.
Beat the heat with indoor activities.
Take a day trip to a destination just a few hours away from Dallas.
Get on the water at the best lakes in Texas.
Head to Austin for outdoor activities, fun nightlife, and more.
