Through Oct. 22
State Fair of Texas
‘Nuff said! Here’s our guide to all things State Fair of Texas this year. If you need some quick links, check out these maps:
- Classic State Fair of Texas foods
- New Foods
- Big Tex Choice Awards Finalists (which includes winners!)
- Thrifty Thursdays
Fair Park.
Oct. 7.
DFW Italian Festival
Celebrate Italian culture and food at DFW’s first Italian Festival in Irving, hosted by nonprofit DFW Italians. Anything and everything Italian will be available for purchase: meatball sandwiches, sausage and pepper sandwiches, lasagna, gelato, Aperol Spritzes, and more. General admission starts at $5. Learn more here. 5220 N. O’Connor Blvd., Irving.
Oct. 7-8
Q BBQ Fest
More than a dozen pitmasters will smoke about 30,000 pounds of meat for festival-goers, all of whom will receive access to AYCE barbecue, cocktails, beers, and more. Tickets start at $69 for a general admission pass for one day. Miller Lite House at AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington.
Oct. 8
Michelada Festival Fort Worth
The free festival will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by serving Mexican and Latin American fare and micheladas. All of the retail, food, and michelada vendors participating in the festival are local. 900 Main St., Fort Worth.
Oct. 13-15
Mid-Cities Greek FoodFest
Greek food festivals kick off with the Mid-Cities Greek FoodFest, which will be three days of lamb chops, gyro sandwiches, and spinach pies. The 2023 menu also has a few new items, like the pastitsio plate—a macaroni casserole with meat and cream sauce—and the moussaka plate—a casserole with ground beef, eggplant, potatoes, and a cream sauce. Learn more here. St. John Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 303 Cullum Blvd., Euless.
Oct. 14
Hallowmoon Art Market
Our favorite bánh mì place, Sandwich Hag, is hosting a Hallowmoon Art Market with the Dallas Asian American Art Club. The festival will feature goods from AAPI artists, food, and a chance for folks to dress up ahead of the spooky holiday. Food vendors include Sandwich Hag, chimlanh, Haute Sweet Patisserie, and more. There are also art pieces on sale from about two dozen AAPI artists. Learn more here. 1902 Botham Jean Blvd.
Oct. 18
Distilled
D Magazine is hosting a night of spirits and cocktails, and you can join in on the fun. There will be more than just whiskey—tequila, vodka, and a spread of food will be yours for the taking. Tickets start at $75. 1108 Quaker St.
Oct. 20-22
ArmeniaFest 2023
Get a taste of Armenian coffee, kebabs, and pastries at ArmeniaFest in Carrollton. The three-day festival will have live music, a pilav eating contest, and a bake sale. Admission is free. Learn more here. 4421 Charles St., Carrollton.
Oct. 21
Plano Food & Wine Festival
Fifteen restaurants will compete against each other for the best dish, more than 100 wines will be available for tastings, and local chefs will perform culinary demonstrations throughout the day. Combine them for an all-day food and wine extravaganza. Passes start at $45 for wine tasting only. Learn more here. 5908 Headquarters Dr., Plano.
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