Local news, events & things to do in Allen, TX
The latest events articles and stories from Allen.
North Texas police officers and firefighters lace up for the 25th Annual Guns & Hoses Boxing Tournament at Allen's Credit Union of Texas Event Center.
By Allen Community Staff
Free live music on Fridays and a rotating open-air market on Saturdays make The Village at Allen a reliable weekend destination all summer long.
By Allen Community Staff
Every guest leaves with a plant at Chicken N Pickle Allen's Plant Bingo night on Aug. 20. Here's what to know before you go.
By Allen Community Staff
Chicken N Pickle in Allen is hosting Plant Bingo, where every guest walks away with a plant and a chance to win from 10+ prize plants.
By Allen Community Staff
Concerts by the Creek returns to the Village Green on July 18 and July 25, 2026 — free, open-air, first-come, first-served.
By Allen Community Staff
The Dallas Card Show runs July 16–19 at the Marriott Dallas Allen, bringing sports cards, comics, autographs, and memorabilia to one convention floor.
By Allen Community Staff
The National Sports Collectors Convention lands at the Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel July 16–19, bringing four days of collectibles, autographs, and memorabilia.
By Allen Community Staff
Watermelon-eating contests, water balloons, relay races, local vendors, and live acoustic music at The Farm in Allen on July 11, 2026.
By Allen Community Staff
Allen's free H-E-B Allen USA Celebration returns June 27 to Celebration Park with fireworks, live music, and food trucks for all ages.
By Allen Community Staff
The H-E-B Allen USA Presented by Credit Union of Texas returns June 27 to Celebration Park with fireworks, food trucks, and free admission.
By Allen Community Staff
Allen's free Juneteenth concert on June 19 brings live music, food trucks, and community gathering to Stephen G. Terrell Community Park.
By Allen Community Staff
Allen USA returns June 27 to Celebration Park with one of North Texas's largest fireworks displays and live music all night long.
By Allen Community Staff
Allen's June 19 Juneteenth Celebration Concert at Stephen G. Terrell Community Park features live music, food trucks, and 15+ vendors.
By Allen Community Staff
Concerts by the Creek returns to Watters Creek Village on June 6, offering free live music, patio dining, and open-air summer nights in Allen.
By Allen Community Staff
The Dallas Card Show TCG lands at the Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center on June 13–14, bringing Pokémon, Marvel, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and more.
By Allen Community Staff
The 2026 Allen Arts Festival runs May 8 through May 10 at Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm, threading three days of fine art, live music, and family programming into the city's biggest Mother's Day weekend draw.
By Allen TX Community Staff
The 2026 Stifel Stars on Ice tour skates into the Credit Union of Texas Event Center on May 29 and May 30, with Ilia Malinin headlining a cast of 2026 Olympic medalists and U.S. champions.
By Allen TX Community Staff
The April 25 celebration of Allen's 150th anniversary filled downtown with a carnival, drone show, blacksmith demonstrations, and a car show — pulling Saturday foot traffic to the historic train depot district.
By Allen TX Community Staff
Allen 150 Fest marks the city's sesquicentennial with live music, food vendors, local art, and a drone show over downtown Allen.
By Allen TX Community Staff
Allen celebrates 150 years of history with a full day of festivities featuring live music, food, local art, and a spectacular drone show. April 25 at downtown Allen.
By Allen TX Community Staff
This April 25, Allen honors 150 years of community history with a special festival celebrating the city's past, present, and future.
By Allen TX Community Staff
Join downtown Allen for a community celebration honoring the city's founding history and cherished traditions.
By Allen TX Community Staff
Explore Allen's vibrant spring sports activities, from youth 7v7 football to the 18th annual Eagle Run. Find events, programs, and family-friendly activities happening this April.
By Allen Community Buzz Staff
From concerts to farmers markets, here's what's coming to our city's premier event venue this spring.
By Allen TX Community Staff
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