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

250+ Restaurants

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

The Love Haters Book Signing

New York Times bestselling author, Katherine Center will be stopping by Barnes & Noble on Friday, May 23rd!

May 23, 2025

Concerts by the Creek: The 8 Tracks

Time to unwind with good food, good friends, and good music. Stop by the Village Green every Saturday until August 30th for Concerts by the Creek at Watters Creek Village from 7:00-9:00PM.

May 24, 2025

Dino Friends Expedition

The last Dino Friends Expedition! Meet some dinosaur friends at The Dinosaur Company! 

May 25, 2025

22 May 2025
Music, Things to Do

Music Bingo at The Brass Tap Allen

05/22/2025
22 May 2025
Family Fun, Things to Do

Family Movie Night – Captain America: Brave New World

05/22/2025
23 May 2025
Fan Event, Things to Do

The Love Haters Book Signing

05/23/2025

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