Things to Do | Oct. 1-8

Oct. 1-8

Plan your weekend with Richardson's Things to Do e-newsletter, published weekly every Wednesday.

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Oct. 1

Disc Golf at Breckinridge Park

Play a round (or two) of disc golf at Breckinridge Park. The disc golf course at Breckinridge Park was designed by Eric McCabe, one of the most-renowned disc golf course designers, and the winner of the 2010 Professional Disc Golf Association World Championship.

Time: Sunrise-sunset (daily) Location: Breckinridge Disc Golf Course at Breckinridge Park 3555 Brand Rd. (near pavilions at Parking Lot C) Admission: Free Additional details: https://www.cor.net/DiscGolf

Oct. 2

R.O.V.E.R. Roams!

Join Richardson Public Library's outreach van, R.O.V.E.R., for stories, crafts, games and discovery in the park. The van will be at Huffhines Park Pavilion for free fun for kids and families. Explore new books and take part in hands-on activities, all outside. No registration required, just drop by and join the fun.

Time: 5-6 p.m. (Thursday)
Location: Huffhines Park Pavilion, 300 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: R.O.V.E.R. Roams!

Oct. 3

CityLine Live - Ellie Meyer (Pop/Singer-Songwriter)

Live music returns to CityLine Plaza every weekend in October. Bring your friends, pup and enjoy a perfect night of tunes, food and fall evenings under the stars.

Time: 6-9 p.m. (Friday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Ellie Meyer (Pop / Singer-Songwriter)

Inferno: Fire at the Cocoanut Grove 1942

On Nov. 28, 1942, a deadly fire tore through the Cocoanut Grove nightclub in Boston, killing nearly 500 people. The rapid spread of flames, coupled with inadequate safety measures, trapped patrons in a nightmare of smoke and chaos. This production explores the events of that tragic night, the heroism shown in the face of disaster, and the lasting changes in fire safety laws that followed.

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs Oct. 3-19
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $20 adults and seniors, $15 students
Additional details: THE CORE THEATRE Presents: INFERNO: Fire at the Cocoanut Grove 1942

First Fridays with Marilyn Henrion

Eisemann Center Presents a small reception on the first Friday night of each month completely free and open to the public to celebrate the new exhibit in the Green Mezzanine Gallery. The exhibiting artist will often be here to chat with visitors about their work. This month, Marilyn Henrion presents "93 at 93..Selected Works Part I."

Time: 6 p.m. (Friday)
Location: Green Mezzanine Gallery, Eisemann Center
Admission: Free
Additional details: First Fridays | Eisemann Center

Oct. 4

Cottonwood Art Festival

Attend the Cottonwood Art Festival for a weekend of fun. The festival features nearly 200 exhibiting artists, food and beverages and a children's area.

Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Oct. 4), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Oct. 5)
Location: Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Rd.
Admission: Free
Additional details: Cottonwood Art Festival

Richardson Symphony Orchestra Opening Night

An unforgettable opening night unfolds with cellist Andrei Ioniță, featuring inspiring masterpieces of musical brilliance. The orchestra explores the heroic grandeur of Strauss, capturing the transformative power of his compositions.

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $25-$85
Additional details: RSO Opening Night | Eisemann Center

CityLine Live - Texas Jazz Cats

Live music returns to CityLine Plaza every weekend in October. Bring your friends, pup and enjoy a perfect night of tunes, food and fall evenings under the stars.

Time: 6-9 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St.
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Texas Jazz Cats

Macramé Workshop

Join Dialogue Institute Dallas for a hands-on macramé workshop. Create a stylish napkin holder in a variety of colors while learning essential knots. Materials will be provided, and experience is not needed.

Time: 10 a.m.-noon (Saturday)
Location: Dialogue Institute Dallas, 1416 E. Collins Blvd.
Admission: $35, registration required
Additional details: Macramé Workshop | Dialogue Dallas

NASA Astro Camp

Expand your knowledge of space and astronomy concepts by engaging with a variety of hands-on NASA science mission activities. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for kids ages 9-13.

Time: 3:30-5 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: NASA Astro Camp

Richardson Community Chorale: All Shook Up!

Join the Richardson Community Chorale for all things Elvis. This is a fun and rollicking tribute to the rock and roll king. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for all ages.

Time: 1-2 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall,
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Richardson Community Chorale: All Shook Up!

Saturday Morning Kids

Join the Richardson Public Library for a family storytime geared toward children ages 3-6 years. All children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Residency or registration is not required to attend.

Time: 10:30-11 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: City Council Chamber, Richardson City Hall
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525
Admission: Free
Additional details: Saturday Morning Kids

1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour

Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center to learn about the birds that live at the wetland. Learn how to use binoculars and field guides, keep a life list and identify birds.

Time: 7:30 a.m. (Saturday)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: $10, includes admission
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

Chamber Music International

Join Chamber Music International for its first concert of the 2025-26 season.

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Saturday)
Location: St. Barnabas Presbyterian Church, 1220 W. Belt Line Rd.
Admission: $45 adults, $40 seniors, $15 students
Additional details: Chamber Music International

Oct. 5

Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection

"Groundbreakers" bring together artists who played with materiality, space and performance in postwar Japan and Korea after the 1950s.

Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)
Available to view through July 26, 2026
Location: Edith and Peter O'Donnell Jr. Athenaeum, Dallas Museum of Art Gallery
777 Loop Rd. SW
Admission: Free
Additional details: Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection

Oct. 6

Great Room Escape

Have fun with friends and family at the Great Room Escape. The theme of the room is 80's House Party.

Time: Times vary
Location: Great Room Escape, 715 N. Glenville Dr.
Admission: $99.99 flat rate (1-3 guests), $28.99 per person (4 or more guests)
Additional details: Great Room Escape

Oct. 7

National Night Out

Attend your National Night Out party location to celebrate the Richardson Police Department's partnership with the community and give crime a going away party. Special guests may include officers, city officials and others.

Time: 6-8 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Locations vary
Admission: Free
Additional details: National Night Out

Oct. 8

In beTWEEN Book Club

Select, read and talk about the best kids' books, then take a deeper dive with games, book trailers and more. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for kids ages 9-12 only.

Time: 7-7:45 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit the Youth Services Help Desk to register

Additional details: In beTWEEN Book Club

Pawtoberfest Costume Contest & Puppy Yoga - Registration Open

Registration is open for Pawtoberfest's popular pet costume contest and rescue puppy yoga. Dress your pup up in their spookiest, silliest or most spectacular costume for a chance to win a prize. Awards given to first, second and third place across categories.

Get in a full body stretch in our 45-minute yoga session while surrounded by the joy of puppies. All puppies are adoptable rescues from Dallas RRR (Rescue, Rehab, Reform). You might even find your newest furry family member. Class is led by the fabulous instructors from Sayto Yoga Dallas.

Time: 10 a.m. (Puppy Yoga), 11:30 a.m. (Pet Costume Contest) (Oct. 18)
Location: Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd.
Admission: $5/pet online, $10/pet walk-up (Pet Costume Contest)
$20/person online, $25/person walk-up (Puppy Yoga)
Registration is required for both events. Spots are limited and walk-ups are not guaranteed.
Additional details: Home - Huffhines Harvest Fest

Huffhines Harvest Fest Costume Contest - Registration Open

Ghosts, princesses, witches and superheroes unite! Sign up to participate in the Huffhines Harvest Fest costume contest hosted by J-Si from the Kidd Kraddick Morning Show, for a chance to win cash prizes. First place prizes will be awarded in all of the following categories.

Time: 2:30 p.m. (Oct. 19)
Location: Front Porch Stage, Huffhines Park
1500 Apollo Road
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Costume Contest - Huffhines Harvest Fest

Adaptive Halloween Bash

Enjoy a night of dinner, music, dancing, meeting new friends, socializing with old friends and prizes. There will be a costume contest, so plan to come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume.

Time: 7-9:30 p.m. (Oct. 31)
Location: Heights Recreation Center, 711 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: $30, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #47614

Gobble Hobble 20th Anniversary - Registration Open

Registration is now open for the 20th Annual Richardson Gobble Hobble. This event, featuring a Family Fun Run and 5K, benefits the Boys & Girls Club. There will be a Fun Zone which includes a free photo booth, balloon artist and street games.

Time: 8 a.m. (Fun Run), 8:30 a.m. (5K) (Nov. 22)
Location: Galatyn Park, 2351 Performance Dr.
Admission: $39 (Fun Run), $49 (5K)
Prices to increase after Oct. 19
Additional details: 2025 Gobble Hobble 5K & Fun Run

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