Save the Date :: September Kid-Friendly Events in Collin County

September Kid-Friendly Events in Collin County

Fall is just around the corner, and this is the season for festivals! Have a look at our round-up of family-friendly September events in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and more. (Hint: Find even more things to do in the metroplex on Dallas Moms and Fort Worth Moms.)

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Baby Lap-Sit Story Time – Frisco Public Library, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Put your little ones in your lap and join the library as families read stories, sing songs, and discover the world. For non-walking infants and their caregivers. Tickets available one hour prior to the program.


Critter Club – Fairview Town Park. Critter Cub is back for fall 2023! Bring your kids, ages three – 10 years old, to meet and learn about some amazing animal friends at Fairview Town Center! There will also be face painting, activity sheets, prizes, and more. Animals scheduled for this series include:

September 9: Spider monkey

September 16: Chinese water dragon

September 23: Fennec fox

September 30: Albino soft shell turtle and blue tongue skink


Family Story Time – At the Frisco Public Library, every Friday, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Space is limited. Tickets are available at the youth services desk starting an hour before the program. Intended for walkers – five years old.


Franklin Books Writing Workshop – Calling all aspiring authors, creative minds, and book lovers of all ages! This exciting and engaging year-round Children’s Book Writing Workshop unlocks the secrets to crafting captivating stories for young readers. Check website for dates and registration link.


Sweet and Sassy Special Events – Sometimes, girls just wanna have fun! Sweet and Sassy includes everything from girls’ night outs and makeovers to movie nights and workshops. Check website for event dates and times.


September 1 – 3

The Dancing Queen – Starcatchers at Willow Bend Center for the Arts. This program is adapted and performed by youth and adults with various disabilities. A mother and daughter rebuild their relationship through memories found in a diary, all told through the music of ABBA! Check website for times.


September 1

Top Gun Double Feature – Fairview Town Center, 6:00 p.m. Kick off the Labor Day Weekend with a FREE double feature showing of Top Gun and Top Gun Maverick! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, grab some take out from your favorite FTC eatery, and “feel the need, the need for speed” on the big screen at The Park!


September 2

Elementary Chess for Beginners – Are you a beginner at chess and want to improve? Join the fun at Frisco Public Library, Saturday September 2, at 9:00 a.m., to learn more about chess! This event is free, but registration is required. For students in grades 1st – 5th.


September 3

Labor Day Weekend LuauWrap up your summer Hawaiian-style at Legacy Hall’s fourth annual Labor Day Weekend Luau. Featured include live hula and fire dancers, a traditional Kalua Pig Roast by Dock Local, and the ever-popular family-friendly limbo competition! Check website for times and ticket information.


September 3

Taste at Grandscape –  At The Colony, 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. This event will feature tasty bites from local restaurants and eateries. Children are welcome to attend, although there will not be activities specifically for kids.


September 5

Labor Day Pool Party at The Texas Pool in Plano – Celebrate the last day of summer with a party on Labor Day, 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.!  Coolers with food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Admission is $10 per person. (Free for The Texas Pool members.)


September 5

Toddler Tuesdays – The Crayola Experience in Plano. Attend the first Tuesday of each month for Toddler Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Themed story and craft. Cost included in general admission.


September 6

DIY Solar Power Bugs – Come create your own solar power bug at Frisco Public Library! This event is free, but registration is required. For kids six – 12 years old. Event begins at 4:00 p.m.


September 8 – 10

Peter Pan, Jr – Willow Bend Center for the Arts. Showing September 8 – 10, and 14 – 16. See website for times and ticket information.


September 9

Market at the Star – The Star District, Frisco. Shop our free outdoor market, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This pop-up event features a curated mix of fashion, jewelry, home décor, and other unique lifestyle goods vendors. Additional entertainment will include music, fun activations, and more. Entrance and parking will be free to guests.


September 9

NASA Astro Camp – Frisco Public Library. Join the Texas Astronomical Society for NASA ASTRO CAMP, where elementary-aged students can participate in NASA-unique STEM engagement activities and experiences. Registration is required. This event begins at 9:00 a.m., and is intended for kids ages six – 12 years.


September 9

Witty Kids Discovery Walks – Legacy West, Plano, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Come explore the outdoors of Legacy West with children’s author, Rebecca Clark! Witty Kids Discovery Walks are fun walks that are full of opportunities for outdoor learning. This free event is for kids in kindergarten – 5th grade.


September 13

Library Garden Walk ‘n Talk – Learn more about local Texas native and adapted plants! Explore 31 species of plants in the Frisco Public Library garden, and speak to naturalists from the Frisco Garden Club. This event begins at 6:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages six – 12 years.


September 14

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is mini lightsabers. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. and is intended for kids ages 10 to 13 years old.


September 15 – 16

Peter Pan, Jr – Willow Bend Center for the Arts. Showing September September 8 – 10, and 14 – 16. See website for times and ticket information.


September 16

Move at the Boardwalk – Sessions Pilates – Enjoy a 50-minute, beat-based, high-intensity mat pilates class at The Boardwalk at Granite Park. It’s $5 to reserve your spot, and the class begins at 10:00 a.m. You’ll need a yoga mat, small towel, and water for class.


September 16

Viva Mexico – Eiseman Center, Plano. Maestro Héctor Guzmán and the Plano Symphony are joined by members of the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico to open the season with a fantastic celebration of music and culture honoring Mexican Independence Day. This event begins at 8:00 p.m. See website ticket information.


September 17

Legacy West Art Club – Join local art teacher, Amber Lee, for the monthly Legacy West Kids Club. Activities change every month – September’s theme is Hispanic Heritage Month/Fall. All the supplies you need to create your masterpiece will be provided! This free event runs from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.


September 17

The Market at the Boardwalk – The Boardwalk at Granite Park is bringing back its monthly Sunday markets! Every third Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This event is a large-scale famers and artisan market, featuring curated local artisans and makers, lawn games, and plenty of waterfront seating to relax and enjoy the day.


September 20

Lucky Duck Kids Club – Enjoying the Kids Club is easy — and FREE! Activities are geared for children ages two to six years old, but all children and their families are welcome. Attend the third Wednesday of the month from May through October. The event runs from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m.


September 20

Read to Rover – Grab a book and practice read-aloud skills with a therapeutic furry friend. For independent readers in grades 1st – 5th only. Guardians and siblings will be asked to wait outside the room, and are welcome to enjoy the rest of the library. This event is hosted at Frisco Public Library and takes place at 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.


September 21

Jazz Under the Stars – Come and enjoy Don Diego and the Razz Band every third Thursday of the month. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, food and drinks, friends, etc., and be ready to have a good time! Presented by Douglass Visions. Free community event, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.


September 21

North Texas Giving Day – Endless summer party at the Texas Pool in Plano! Come out and swim with mermaids, celebrate with the tropical sounds of Charles Duhon on the steel drums, and enjoy the snack bar. Free community event, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.


September 21

The PSA at Plano Balloon Festival – The PSO is honored to play a role in opening this year’s event with a special outdoor community concert! General admission tickets, which provide access to the concert, are $10 per person, $5 for children age 12 and under, and seniors age 65 and up.


September 21

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is perler beads. Event begins at 7:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages 10 – 13 years old.


September 22 – 24, and 28- 30

Alice in Wonderland – Performances in the Egelston Akers Black Box Theatre at Willow Bend Center of the Arts. Ticket prices are $12 in advance, $14 starting September 18, $25 front row. See website for show times, and to purchase tickets.


September 22

National Ice Cream Cone Day – Legacy Hall in Plano, starting at 10:00 a.m. National Ice Cream Cone Day is one of our favorite holidays, and the specials will be sure to make it yours as well! Come out and enjoy a sweet treat.


September 23

Screaming’ Green Hauntoween – Crayola Experience, Plano, September 23 – October 31. Come experience some spooky family fun and crafts, and creep through attractions while collecting ghoulish clues for the Scavenger Hunt. Check website for times and tickets.


September 26

Homeschool Day: Charlotte’s Web – Heritage Farmstead Museum, Plano, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Go back in time to experience what farm life was like for Fern and Avery, the characters in E.B. White’s book Charlotte’s Web. Cost is $12 per student (16 years or under), $5 per adult. Siblings who are under two years old and not participating are free.


September 27

Percy Jackson Party – Frisco Public Library, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Celebrate the release of the newest book in the Percy Jackson series during this come-and-go program, with activities and games inspired by the Percy Jackson books!
For ages eight – 12 years.


September 28

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is button making. Event begins at 7:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages 10 – 13 years old.


September 29

Grease Live! – A tribute to “Grease” and the music of the 1950s and 60s at Lava Cantina. This event starts at 8:00 p.m.


September 29

Guys and Dolls, Jr – Genesis Children’s Theatre, Plano. Performances run September 29 – October 1, and 6 – 8. See website for show times and to purchase tickets.


September 29

State Fair of Texas – Fair Parks Dallas, September 29 – October 22. The State Fair of Texas is celebrating 137 years! Daily admission tickets are $15 – $20 at the gate or online. Check website for more details on the all the tasty fried food, thrilling rides, and one-of-a-kind shows at the 2023 State Fair of Texas!


September 30

6th Annual Oktoberfeast – Legacy Hall, Plano, 12:00 – 10:00 p.m. Come feast on this event packed with live music, German brats, and Sam Adams Octoberfest beer! This event is FREE to attend.


September 30

Artisan Market – A partnership between Artistic Endeavors and Profound Foods, these Artisan markets feature local artists and vendors together in one place. In addition to amazing artisans, there are multiple FOOD artisans for you to enjoy lunch and/or dinner! Located at Profound Foods, Fairview.


September 30

Fall Plano Train Show – Plano Event Center, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Children 12 and under, as well as Scout and Scout leaders in uniform are FREE!


All Month

Baby Lap-Sit Story Time – Frisco Public Library, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Put your little ones in your lap and join the library as families read stories, sing songs, and discover the world. For non-walking infants and their caregivers. Tickets available one hour prior to the program.


Critter Club – Fairview Town Park. Critter Cub is back for fall 2023! Bring your kids, ages three – 10 years old, to meet and learn about some amazing animal friends at Fairview Town Center! There will also be face painting, activity sheets, prizes, and more. Animals scheduled for this series include:

September 9: Spider monkey

September 16: Chinese water dragon

September 23: Fennec fox

September 30: Albino soft shell turtle and blue tongue skink


Family Story Time – At the Frisco Public Library, every Friday, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Space is limited. Tickets are available at the youth services desk starting an hour before the program. Intended for walkers – five years old.


Franklin Books Writing Workshop – Calling all aspiring authors, creative minds, and book lovers of all ages! This exciting and engaging year-round Children’s Book Writing Workshop unlocks the secrets to crafting captivating stories for young readers. Check website for dates and registration link.


Sweet and Sassy Special Events – Sometimes, girls just wanna have fun! Sweet and Sassy includes everything from girls’ night outs and makeovers to movie nights and workshops. Check website for event dates and times.


September 1- 7

September 1 – 3

The Dancing Queen – Starcatchers at Willow Bend Center for the Arts. This program is adapted and performed by youth and adults with various disabilities. A mother and daughter rebuild their relationship through memories found in a diary, all told through the music of ABBA! Check website for times.


September 1

Top Gun Double Feature – Fairview Town Center, 6:00 p.m. Kick off the Labor Day Weekend with a FREE double feature showing of Top Gun and Top Gun Maverick! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, grab some take out from your favorite FTC eatery, and “feel the need, the need for speed” on the big screen at The Park!


September 2

Elementary Chess for Beginners – Are you a beginner at chess and want to improve? Join the fun at Frisco Public Library, Saturday September 2, at 9:00 a.m., to learn more about chess! This event is free, but registration is required. For students in grades 1st – 5th.


September 3

Labor Day Weekend LuauWrap up your summer Hawaiian-style at Legacy Hall’s fourth annual Labor Day Weekend Luau. Featured include live hula and fire dancers, a traditional Kalua Pig Roast by Dock Local, and the ever-popular family-friendly limbo competition! Check website for times and ticket information.


September 3

Taste at Grandscape –  At The Colony, 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. This event will feature tasty bites from local restaurants and eateries. Children are welcome to attend, although there will not be activities specifically for kids.


September 5

Labor Day Pool Party at The Texas Pool in Plano – Celebrate the last day of summer with a party on Labor Day, 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.!  Coolers with food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Admission is $10 per person. (Free for The Texas Pool members.)


September 5

Toddler Tuesdays – The Crayola Experience in Plano. Attend the first Tuesday of each month for Toddler Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Themed story and craft. Cost included in general admission.


September 6

DIY Solar Power Bugs – Come create your own solar power bug at Frisco Public Library! This event is free, but registration is required. For kids six – 12 years old. Event begins at 4:00 p.m.


September 8- 14

September 8 – 10

Peter Pan, Jr – Willow Bend Center for the Arts. Showing September 8 – 10, and 14 – 16. See website for times and ticket information.


September 9

Market at the Star – The Star District, Frisco. Shop our free outdoor market, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This pop-up event features a curated mix of fashion, jewelry, home décor, and other unique lifestyle goods vendors. Additional entertainment will include music, fun activations, and more. Entrance and parking will be free to guests.


September 9

NASA Astro Camp – Frisco Public Library. Join the Texas Astronomical Society for NASA ASTRO CAMP, where elementary-aged students can participate in NASA-unique STEM engagement activities and experiences. Registration is required. This event begins at 9:00 a.m., and is intended for kids ages six – 12 years.


September 9

Witty Kids Discovery Walks – Legacy West, Plano, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Come explore the outdoors of Legacy West with children’s author, Rebecca Clark! Witty Kids Discovery Walks are fun walks that are full of opportunities for outdoor learning. This free event is for kids in kindergarten – 5th grade.


September 13

Library Garden Walk ‘n Talk – Learn more about local Texas native and adapted plants! Explore 31 species of plants in the Frisco Public Library garden, and speak to naturalists from the Frisco Garden Club. This event begins at 6:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages six – 12 years.


September 14

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is mini lightsabers. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. and is intended for kids ages 10 to 13 years old.


September 15 - 21

September 15 – 16

Peter Pan, Jr – Willow Bend Center for the Arts. Showing September September 8 – 10, and 14 – 16. See website for times and ticket information.


September 16

Move at the Boardwalk – Sessions Pilates – Enjoy a 50-minute, beat-based, high-intensity mat pilates class at The Boardwalk at Granite Park. It’s $5 to reserve your spot, and the class begins at 10:00 a.m. You’ll need a yoga mat, small towel, and water for class.


September 16

Viva Mexico – Eiseman Center, Plano. Maestro Héctor Guzmán and the Plano Symphony are joined by members of the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico to open the season with a fantastic celebration of music and culture honoring Mexican Independence Day. This event begins at 8:00 p.m. See website ticket information.


September 17

Legacy West Art Club – Join local art teacher, Amber Lee, for the monthly Legacy West Kids Club. Activities change every month – September’s theme is Hispanic Heritage Month/Fall. All the supplies you need to create your masterpiece will be provided! This free event runs from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.


September 17

The Market at the Boardwalk – The Boardwalk at Granite Park is bringing back its monthly Sunday markets! Every third Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This event is a large-scale famers and artisan market, featuring curated local artisans and makers, lawn games, and plenty of waterfront seating to relax and enjoy the day.


September 20

Lucky Duck Kids Club – Enjoying the Kids Club is easy — and FREE! Activities are geared for children ages two to six years old, but all children and their families are welcome. Attend the third Wednesday of the month from May through October. The event runs from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m.


September 20

Read to Rover – Grab a book and practice read-aloud skills with a therapeutic furry friend. For independent readers in grades 1st – 5th only. Guardians and siblings will be asked to wait outside the room, and are welcome to enjoy the rest of the library. This event is hosted at Frisco Public Library and takes place at 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.


September 21

Jazz Under the Stars – Come and enjoy Don Diego and the Razz Band every third Thursday of the month. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, food and drinks, friends, etc., and be ready to have a good time! Presented by Douglass Visions. Free community event, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.


September 21

North Texas Giving Day – Endless summer party at the Texas Pool in Plano! Come out and swim with mermaids, celebrate with the tropical sounds of Charles Duhon on the steel drums, and enjoy the snack bar. Free community event, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.


September 21

The PSA at Plano Balloon Festival – The PSO is honored to play a role in opening this year’s event with a special outdoor community concert! General admission tickets, which provide access to the concert, are $10 per person, $5 for children age 12 and under, and seniors age 65 and up.


September 21

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is perler beads. Event begins at 7:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages 10 – 13 years old.


September 22- 30

September 22 – 24, and 28- 30

Alice in Wonderland – Performances in the Egelston Akers Black Box Theatre at Willow Bend Center of the Arts. Ticket prices are $12 in advance, $14 starting September 18, $25 front row. See website for show times, and to purchase tickets.


September 22

National Ice Cream Cone Day – Legacy Hall in Plano, starting at 10:00 a.m. National Ice Cream Cone Day is one of our favorite holidays, and the specials will be sure to make it yours as well! Come out and enjoy a sweet treat.


September 23

Screaming’ Green Hauntoween – Crayola Experience, Plano, September 23 – October 31. Come experience some spooky family fun and crafts, and creep through attractions while collecting ghoulish clues for the Scavenger Hunt. Check website for times and tickets.


September 26

Homeschool Day: Charlotte’s Web – Heritage Farmstead Museum, Plano, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Go back in time to experience what farm life was like for Fern and Avery, the characters in E.B. White’s book Charlotte’s Web. Cost is $12 per student (16 years or under), $5 per adult. Siblings who are under two years old and not participating are free.


September 27

Percy Jackson Party – Frisco Public Library, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Celebrate the release of the newest book in the Percy Jackson series during this come-and-go program, with activities and games inspired by the Percy Jackson books!
For ages eight – 12 years.


September 28

Thursday Night Tweens – Come hang out and craft with friends at Frisco Public Library! This week’s project is button making. Event begins at 7:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages 10 – 13 years old.


September 29

Grease Live! – A tribute to “Grease” and the music of the 1950s and 60s at Lava Cantina. This event starts at 8:00 p.m.


September 29

Guys and Dolls, Jr – Genesis Children’s Theatre, Plano. Performances run September 29 – October 1, and 6 – 8. See website for show times and to purchase tickets.


September 29

State Fair of Texas – Fair Parks Dallas, September 29 – October 22. The State Fair of Texas is celebrating 137 years! Daily admission tickets are $15 – $20 at the gate or online. Check website for more details on the all the tasty fried food, thrilling rides, and one-of-a-kind shows at the 2023 State Fair of Texas!


September 30

6th Annual Oktoberfeast – Legacy Hall, Plano, 12:00 – 10:00 p.m. Come feast on this event packed with live music, German brats, and Sam Adams Octoberfest beer! This event is FREE to attend.


September 30

Artisan Market – A partnership between Artistic Endeavors and Profound Foods, these Artisan markets feature local artists and vendors together in one place. In addition to amazing artisans, there are multiple FOOD artisans for you to enjoy lunch and/or dinner! Located at Profound Foods, Fairview.


September 30

Fall Plano Train Show – Plano Event Center, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Children 12 and under, as well as Scout and Scout leaders in uniform are FREE!


Kristy Howard
Kristy has been a working SAHM since 2003 and considers herself a professional (albeit very imperfect) mother. She's a proud chaplain's wife, Army mom, and still in the trenches homeschooling her four younger kids. Kristy is honored to serve Beal Media as a writer and marketing editor. She’s passionate about helping other SAHMs elevate personal style, home, and wellness – affordably, and one habit at a time. You can connect with Kristy on social media and her lifestyle blog Simply Kristy Lynn.

1 COMMENT

  1. **September 9th**
    Kidsgiving Day!
    9am-12pm @ The Castle Vill Shops
    Kidsgiving Day is a CECPTA fundraising event where kids (and their families) unlock their entrepreneurial spirit to raise money to be donated on North Texas Giving Day to any organization of their choice. Our goal is to instill a love of learning, community involvement, and service.

    Get ready for an exciting day of family fun as our youngest members are stepping into the world of entrepreneurship with the Kidpreneur Market! Guided by their parent assistants, these young talents will showcase their creativity by offering a delightful array of handmade foods, drinks, and other goodies. It’s more than just a market though with PLAY Lewisville on Wheels hosting an array of interactive games and activities. The excitement continues with a bounce house, fire truck, and other family-friendly amusements that everyone can enjoy.

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