Shopping Dallas Card Show
A major sports card and collectibles expo at the Allen Marriott convention center, drawing dealers and collectors from across the region for four days of trading, buying, and selling.
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Everything happening in Allen this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: November 2, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Upcoming Events in Allen
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Shopping Friday, November 6, 2026
Faith St. Jude 40th Annual Craft Fair
St. Jude Parish's 40th Annual Craft Fair is a major parish fundraiser and community event featuring dozens of artisan vendors on the church campus, organized in part by the American Heritage Girls troop.
Visit Website →Saturday, November 7, 2026
Shopping Cottage Farmers Market at Allen Heritage Village
An upscale open-air market at Allen Heritage Village where local artisans and vendors gather to share curated handmade goods and locally sourced finds. Held twice monthly.
Visit Website →Sunday, November 15, 2026
Faith Women's Club Bake Sale — Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church
The OLA Women's Club hosts a parish bake sale, a community fellowship and fundraising event open to all parishioners and visitors after Sunday Masses.
Visit Website →Friday, November 20, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Kansas City Mavericks — Opening Night (Red Out)
Home opener for the Allen Americans ECHL hockey season against the Kansas City Mavericks. Fans are encouraged to wear red for the Red Out; the first 3,500 fans receive a red rally towel.
Visit Website →Saturday, November 21, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Kansas City Mavericks — Night 2
The Allen Americans host the Kansas City Mavericks for a second consecutive night of ECHL hockey action at CUTX Event Center.
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Family 2026 Light the Night — Holiday Tree Lighting at Watters Creek
Kick off the holiday season at Watters Creek Village with a tree lighting concert beginning at 6 PM, caroling, children's crafts, hot cocoa, carriage rides, and performances by the Allen Civic Ballet and Allen Symphony Chorus.
Visit Website → Shopping Cottage Farmers Market at Allen Heritage Village
The bi-monthly Cottage Farmers Market returns to Allen Heritage Village with local artisan vendors, handmade goods, and locally sourced products in a charming open-air setting.
Visit Website →Monday, November 30, 2026
Faith OLA Emmaus Vocations Dinner — Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church
Our Lady of Angels Parish hosts an Emmaus Vocations Dinner, a faith formation and fellowship event for parishioners to gather, share a meal, and reflect on vocations and discipleship.
Visit Website →Friday, December 4, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters — Friday Night Hockey
The Tahoe Knight Monsters visit Allen for a Friday night ECHL matchup as the Americans defend their home ice in the first of a weekend series.
Visit Website →Saturday, December 5, 2026
Family 2026 Holly Jolly Celebration & Christmas Tree Lighting
Allen's signature holiday event presented by Credit Union of Texas features the lighting of the City Christmas tree, an annual 5K and fun run, a drone show, light displays, and kid-friendly attractions in downtown Allen.
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Sports Allen Americans vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters — Star Wars Night
Star Wars Night at CUTX Event Center as the Americans battle the Tahoe Knight Monsters. The first 4,000 fans receive a red Americans lightsaber.
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Faith Christmas Market at the Creek — Cottonwood Creek Church
A free community Christmas market hosted at Cottonwood Creek Church's Allen campus, featuring vendors of all kinds selling gifts, crafts, and holiday goods in a festive church setting.
Visit Website →Sunday, December 6, 2026
Shopping North Dallas Toy Show — December Edition
A collectible toy show and expo at the Allen Courtyard Marriott, featuring dealers and collectors of vintage and modern toys, action figures, and pop-culture memorabilia.
Visit Website →Saturday, December 12, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Wichita Thunder — White Out Night
White Out Night at CUTX Event Center as the Allen Americans face the Wichita Thunder. Fans are encouraged to wear white to create a sea-of-white atmosphere in the arena.
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Events Merry Tuba Christmas — Free Concert at Watters Creek
A free outdoor holiday concert on the Village Green at Watters Creek Village featuring an ensemble of tuba and euphonium players performing beloved Christmas carols.
Visit Website → Faith Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass & Parish Reception — St. Jude Catholic Church
St. Jude Parish celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe with a special 7:00 PM Mass followed by a reception in the Parish Hall open to all parishioners and guests.
Visit Website →Sunday, December 13, 2026
Shopping Holiday Market at Chicken N Pickle Allen
Get a head start on holiday shopping at the festive Holiday Market at Chicken N Pickle Allen, featuring local vendors, artisan goods, and a lively holiday atmosphere.
Visit Website →Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Rapid City Rush — School Day Game
A morning ECHL school day game as the Allen Americans host the Rapid City Rush. The first 5,000 fans receive red glow sticks, making it a great outing for school groups and families.
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Family Holiday Skate at Allen Community Ice Rink
Kick off holiday break at the annual Holiday Skate at Allen Community Ice Rink, featuring themed activities, festive holiday music, and a holiday sweater contest.
Visit Website → Faith Creek Marriage Christmas Party — Cottonwood Creek Church
A festive end-of-semester celebration for married couples at Cottonwood Creek Church featuring Christmas treats, games, and joyful community connection to close out the fall marriage enrichment series.
Visit Website →Thursday, December 17, 2026
Family A Very Merry Inclusive Movie Night
A free inclusive holiday movie night hosted by Allen Parks & Recreation at Joe Farmer Rec Center, open to all ages and abilities for a festive community evening.
Visit Website →Friday, December 18, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Rapid City Rush — Friday Night Hockey
The Allen Americans host the Rapid City Rush for a Friday night ECHL home game at CUTX Event Center.
Visit Website →Saturday, December 19, 2026
Family Allen Americans vs. Rapid City Rush — Teddy Bear Toss
At the Teddy Bear Toss game, fans are encouraged to bring a new stuffed animal to throw onto the ice after the Americans score their first goal; donated animals go to local charities.
Visit Website →Thursday, December 24, 2026
Family Merry Christmas Eve on The Village Green — Watters Creek
A beloved Allen Christmas Eve tradition where families gather on the Village Green at Watters Creek to sing Christmas carols by candlelight and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies together.
Visit Website →Sunday, December 27, 2026
Sports Allen Americans vs. Tulsa Oilers
The Allen Americans open a long 10-game homestand after Christmas, hosting the Tulsa Oilers in ECHL action at CUTX Event Center.
Visit Website →Thursday, December 31, 2026
Events Allen Americans vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates — New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with the Allen Americans as they host the Savannah Ghost Pirates in a special New Year's Eve ECHL game with a 6:00 PM puck drop.
Visit Website →Thursday, January 14, 2027
Sports Allen Americans vs. Fort Wayne Komets — Lightsaber Night
A rare visit by the Fort Wayne Komets highlights January hockey at CUTX Event Center. During Lightsaber Night, the first 4,000 fans receive a red or blue Americans lightsaber.
Visit Website →Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Family It's Great to Skate — Allen Community Ice Rink
An annual free community skating event at the Allen Community Ice Rink featuring skate rentals, a lesson by professional instructors, and a 90-minute open skate session for all ages.
Visit Website →Saturday, January 30, 2027
Faith DNOW 2027 — Cottonwood Creek Church Student Ministry
DNOW (Disciple Now) is Cottonwood Creek's annual overnight student retreat for 6th–12th graders, focused on faith, worship, and community. Adult volunteers are also welcome to serve as chaperones and prayer team members.
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Ongoing & Recurring
Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Family Allen Civic Ballet — The Nutcracker
The Allen Civic Ballet presents its annual production of The Nutcracker at the Allen ISD Performing Arts Center, a beloved holiday tradition for families across the community.
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Family Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars
Disney On Ice brings beloved characters from Encanto, Wish, and more to the ice at CUTX Event Center in Allen for a multi-day family skating spectacular.
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Faith Eucharistic Adoration — St. Jude Catholic Church
St. Jude Parish offers regular Eucharistic Adoration in the parish chapel on Tuesdays and Thursdays (afternoon and evening sessions) and on the first Friday of each month, providing parishioners ongoing opportunities for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.
Visit Website → Faith Midweek at the Creek — Cottonwood Creek Church
Cottonwood Creek's weekly Wednesday night gathering offers a community dinner followed by Midweek Worship, children's programs, student ministry, adult classes, and marriage enrichment courses through the holiday season.
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Faith Friday Eucharistic Adoration — Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church
Our Lady of Angels offers weekly Eucharistic Adoration every Friday morning from 9 AM to noon, with Confessions also available during Thursday evening adoration hours (6–7 PM).
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