Visit Allen, Texas

Spring in Allen means perfect weather for outdoor fun! Take a hike, listen to live music, buy local art, or sit on the patio with a tasty drink. Whatever you do, make sure you’re enjoying the sunshine!

Things to Do in Allen

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DINING

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EVENTS

Events all Year Round

Plate of barbecue and tacos from Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q
Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q

For a taste of the best this corner of Texas has to offer, it’s a place that’s hard to beat.

A beloved DFW food truck institution has opened their first brick and mortar location at Watters Creek Village, right here in Allen! Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q’s awards range from being a 2024 James Beard semifinalist: Best Chef – Texas to Texas Monthly’s 50 Best Tacos in Texas. Don’t miss out on this fantastic spot!

Pro Tip

Taco Tuesday is made extra special with three Smoked Brisket and Smoked Barbacoa, available on Tuesdays ONLY!

Pet Friendly

Grab your barbecue platter and bring your pup out for some people watching on the spacious covered patio!

New & Coming Soon

New Attractions, Restaurants & More!

Allen is always booming with new and exciting places to eat, drink, shop and play! We’ve got the ultimate sneak peek into what’s coming so you don’t miss a beat!

Exterior of Chicken N Pickle in Allen

Upcoming Events

Summer Sounds: Haywire Band

Pack a picnic blanket, meet up with friends and sway along to the NETSCOUT Summer Sounds Concert Series presented by Credit Union of Texas. This week, enjoy music from Haywire Band – authentic country music with a modern twist!

June 16, 2025

Summer Treasure Hunt at The Village

The Village at Allen is full of treasure, and it’s time to go find it! From June 16th-June 29th bring a friend and go on a hunt.

June 16-29, 2025

National Theatre on Ice

Theatre On Ice is a form of competitive figure skating that combines the grace of figure skating with the excitement of theatre and dance!

June 25-28, 2025

25 Jun 2025
Things to Do

Pure Barre on the Village Green

06/25/2025
28 Jun 2025
Family Fun, Festival, Things to Do

2025 Market Street Allen USA

06/28/2025
02 Jul 2025
Things to Do

Pure Barre on the Village Green

07/02/2025

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