August in Dallas-Fort Worth is bringing the heat—but that’s no reason to stay inside. From can’t-miss concerts and major sporting events to indoor attractions and evening adventures, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of the month. Grab your calendar, beat the heat and discover what’s happening across DFW this August.
GAME DAY GUIDE
| Frisco Roughriders vs. Corpus Christi | August 1-2 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Connecticut Sun | August 2 |
| Texas Rangers vs. Giants | August 3-5 |
| FC Dallas vs. Queretaro | August 5 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Golden State Valkyries | August 7 |
| Texas Rangers vs. Orioles | August 7-9 |
| Frisco Roughriders vs. San Antonio | August 11-16 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Toronto Tempo | August 12 |
| Dallas Trinity FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun | August 15 |
| Frisco Roughriders vs. Wichita | August 18-23 |
| Texas Rangers vs. Angels | August 18-23 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever | August 20 |
| Dallas Trinity FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC | August 22 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Seattle Storm | August 23 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Portland Fire | August 25 |
| Dallas Wings vs. Connecticut Sun | August 30 |
| Texas Rangers vs. Athletics | August 31 |
EVENTS
| Oak Cliff Film Festival | Dallas | July 30- August 2 |
| Trophy Club Margarita Festival | Trophy Club | August 8 |
| VEG ER for Pets presents National Dog Day | Dallas | August 23 |
MUST-SEE EXHIBITS
| Sean Kenney’s Nature POP! Made with LEGO® Bricks at the Fort Worth Botanical Garden | Fort Worth | May 22-Sept. 7 |
CONCERTS & SHOWS
| Downtown Dallas presents Summer Sounds Concert Series | Dallas | Tuesdays |
| The Fray in concert | Irving | August 1 |
| Dallas Comedy Club presents Matty Chymbor | Dallas | August 1 |
| Melanie Martinez in concert | Dallas | August 2 |
| Netflix House Dallas presents Sounds Like Netflix: Stranger Things | Dallas | August 6 |
| Kesha in concert | Dallas | August 7 |
| City of Garland presents Music Made Here Concert Series | Garland | August 7 |
| Ne-Yo and Akon in concert | Dallas | August 8 |
| Derek Hough presents Symphony of Dance: Encore | Grand Prairie | August 12 |
| Megan Moroney in concert | Dallas | August 14 |
| BTS in concert | Arlington | August 15 |
| Ella Langley in concert | Fort Worth | August 15 |
| Benson Boone in concert | Dallas | August 21 |
| Santana and The Doobie Brothers in concert | Dallas | August 22 |
| Lil Wayne in concert | Fort Worth | August 27 |
| Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth | Dallas | August 27-30 |
Ready to keep saying yes to everything DFW has to offer? Cheer on your favorite teams with our Sports coverage, explore inspiring Arts & Soul, discover the best Hot Spots & Experiences across the region and make the most of the sunshine with our guide to Parks & Outdoors. Whether you’re chasing game-day excitement, world-class performances, unforgettable nights out, or fresh-air adventures, Say Yes to Dallas has your next experience waiting. Say yes—and start exploring!
