The best things to do in Dallas this weekend

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Largest Community Altar in the World event on the Ron Kirk Pedestrian bridge. You’re invited to install an altar on-site, and experience live music, traditional danza, a Catrina exhibit, Kid Zone and more. 

Astra Lumina is a multisensory night walk through an enchanting forest at Trinity River Adventure Park. With lighting, projections, and music, this interactive experience connects visitors to the stars above. Schedule your visit between 7pm and 9:30pm on the weekends. 

Celebrate the 14th year of the Chefs for Farmers Food and Wine Festival at Old City Park from November 1 to 3. Depending on your type of ticket, you can enjoy unlimited drinks and bites, farm tours, a ranch-to-table dinner with acclaimed chefs, and an unforgettable brunch.

On November 1 from 5-9 pm, Deep Ellum First Fridays is celebrating Dia de los Muertos with live music in The Plaza, food and drink specials at restaurants, in-store promotions and market vendors. Sign up for the sip-and-shop experience and receive a glass designed by a local artist and free wine at 15-20 spots.

World Springs is one the largest outdoor hot springs experiences in the U.S., and on Sunday, November 3, they’re hosting two floating Sound Bath sessions (6 and 6:45pm) in the Globe Pool. The class is free when you buy a ticket to World Springs which has 46 mineral pools, saunas and poolside drinks. 

Chow down on barbecue while listening to the blues on Saturday, November 16 at Kidd Springs Park from noon to 5pm. The 15th Blues, Bandits, and BBQ Festival will feature neighborhood BBQ teams and live music. Bring the kids, pets, blankets, chairs and an empty stomach to stuff with BBQ.

Every Saturday and Sunday, the Underground Market pops up in the Lower Greenville neighborhood from 11-5 pm. Between 25-35+ local vendors sell handmade and homemade goods on Saturdays on the 5600 Block of Alta Avenue and Greenville Avenue, and on Sundays on the 5700 Block of Oram Street and Greenville Avenue.