2025 Featured Events

Music Made Here Concert Series

First Fridays: Jan - Dec
Downtown Garland Square

Free live performances by dynamic artists every first Friday, delicious local eats, kid-friendly activities, and year-round shows at the Plaza Theatre, Granville Arts Center, and Downtown Garland Square. Some events may require tickets—check details for an unforgettable musical journey!

Big Art Day

Downtown Garland Square

Big Art Day is a free, family-friendly spring arts festival in Downtown Garland. It celebrates creativity with hands-on crafts, live entertainment, and diverse art showcases by local visual and performing artists.

Asian American Heritage Festival

Downtown Garland Square

Celebrate the vibrant talent and cultural diversity of Asian-Pacific American communities at Garland’s Annual Asian American Heritage Festival. Enjoy cultural performances, a Colorful World Parade, a lion dance, craft stalls, and art displays representing Asian and Pacific countries. This free outdoor event showcases creativity and tradition for all ages.

Juneteenth

Downtown Garland Square

Celebrate freedom and unity at Garland's annual Juneteenth event in Downtown Garland Square. Enjoy live entertainment, local food, a children’s activity area, and a meaningful commemoration of emancipation.

Red, White & You

Celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Garland Square with an evening of music, delicious food, games for all ages, and a stunning drone show—all with free admission! The festivities start at 5 p.m. with the Presentation of Colors and patriotic songs, creating the perfect atmosphere to honor our nation's independence.

Fall Fest & Guzzler .5k Run

September 20
Downtown Garland Square

Celebrate autumn at Garland's Fall Fest & Guzzler Run 0.5K in Downtown Garland! Enjoy free live entertainment, a kid's zone, a pumpkin patch photo op, pumpkin bowling, festive food, and activities for all ages.

Día De Los Muertos

November 1
Granville Arts Center

Celebrate the Día de los Muertos in Garland! This free event, started in 2017 through a collaboration with the City of Garland, Garland ISD, and community leaders, honors loved ones with vibrant performances, altar displays, food trucks, bounce houses, an Artisan Market, and Día t-shirts for purchase. Ride DART to Downtown Garland Station for easy access.

Christmas On The Square

December 4
Downtown Garland Square