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Events
The latest events articles and stories from Carrollton.
Fireworks Over Josey Ranch Lake: Carrollton Marks America's 250th on July 3
Carrollton's annual fireworks show returns to Josey Ranch Lake on July 3 at 9:30 p.m., with photo ops and a rainout date of July 5.
A Free Concert, Lunch, and Live Music Kick Off Carrollton's July 3 Celebration
The New Horizons Band plays patriotic music at the Carrollton Senior Center on July 3, with free lunch served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Two Free Events, One Evening: How Carrollton Structures Its July 3 Celebration
Carrollton combines a patriotic concert at the Senior Center with a fireworks show at Josey Ranch Lake on July 3, 2026.
Carrollton's Trinity Mills Station Night Market Brings Live Music, Food, and Community to the Esplanade
A new recurring night market at Trinity Mills Station Esplanade offers Carrollton residents live country music, local food, and open-air shopping.
TEXFest Brings Live Music, Craft Beer, and a Live Longhorn to Historic Downtown Carrollton Square
TEXFest returns to Historic Downtown Carrollton Square with Texas music, a beer garden, a food village, and photo ops with a live longhorn.
Carrollton's Tails & Trails 5K Returns Saturday, Dogs Welcome on the Course
The third annual Tails & Trails 5K at Josey Ranch Athletic Complex on June 6 benefits Carrollton Animal Services & Adoption Center.
Carrollton Pride 2026 Brings 50-Plus Vendors, Food Trucks, and Live Entertainment to Horizon Church on June 6
Carrollton Pride 2026 takes over Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church on June 6 with vendors, food trucks, and entertainment from 11 AM to 3 PM.
Chalk the Park, Trinity Nights, and the Public Works Roadeo Round Out Carrollton's Late-May Calendar
The City of Carrollton's late-May programming includes the Public Works Roadeo on May 20, Chalk the Park on May 21, and Trinity Nights on May 29 — three different kinds of community events stacked into a 10-day window.
Major League Pickleball Dallas Comes to Pickler Universe — Carrollton on May 21
Pickler Universe — Carrollton hosts Major League Pickleball Dallas on May 21, 2026, marking the first time the city's largest dedicated pickleball facility hosts a sanctioned pro league event.
Paws on the Square and Earth Day: Carrollton's Community Events This April
Discover the community events happening in Carrollton this April, from pet-friendly celebrations to environmental initiatives and more.
Carrollton Embraces Spring: What to Do in April 2026
Discover April activities in Carrollton, from Earth Day celebrations at Josey Ranch Lake to live performances at the Carrollton Center for the Arts.
Spring in Carrollton: April Events and City Updates You Should Know About
From pet-friendly gatherings to transit improvements, here's what's happening in Carrollton this month.
Spring in Carrollton: A Guide to April and May Events You Won't Want to Miss
Explore family-friendly activities, cultural performances, and community celebrations happening in Carrollton this spring.
TEXFest Kicks Off Carrollton's March Festival Season—Here's the Full Schedule
From cattle ranching culture to independent publishing, TEXFest and BookFest anchor Carrollton's event calendar this month.