November 2026: Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars & Events Around Fort Worth

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What is happening around Fort Worth this November? Start with Cowboys home games in Arlington, Mavericks and Stars home games in Dallas, then add a Japanese garden festival, local theater, a holiday parade, or Prairie Lights to your calendar. This November 2026 guide focuses on sports plus outings in Fort Worth, Arlington, and Grand Prairie.

By Robert L. Wagner, REALTOR® | Living in FWTX
Planning details checked October 26, 2026.

November brings plenty of ways to enjoy North Texas, whether you want a stadium crowd, an evening at the theater, or a quieter outdoor activity. Use the official links below for tickets, registration, and current event information.

Game-day guide: Cowboys, Mavericks, and Stars

The lists below show November home games, not the teams’ complete schedules. The Cowboys play in Arlington; the Mavericks and Stars play in Dallas. Confirm start times and any schedule changes with the team or venue before purchasing tickets.

Dallas Cowboys

Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington

• Nov. 1, 2026: vs. Arizona Cardinals
• Nov. 15, 2026: vs. San Francisco 49ers
• Nov. 22, 2026: vs. Tennessee Titans
• Nov. 26, 2026: vs. Philadelphia Eagles — Thanksgiving Day

Dallas Cowboys: official schedule and ticket information

Dallas Mavericks

Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas

• Nov. 2, 2026: vs. Sacramento Kings
• Nov. 6, 2026: vs. Utah Jazz
• Nov. 8, 2026: vs. Brooklyn Nets
• Nov. 9, 2026: vs. Indiana Pacers
• Nov. 18, 2026: vs. Golden State Warriors
• Nov. 21, 2026: vs. LA Clippers
• Nov. 30, 2026: vs. Boston Celtics

Dallas Mavericks: official schedule and ticket information

Dallas Stars

Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas

• Nov. 7, 2026: vs. San Jose Sharks
• Nov. 12, 2026: vs. Winnipeg Jets
• Nov. 14, 2026: vs. Buffalo Sabres
• Nov. 15, 2026: vs. Florida Panthers
• Nov. 22, 2026: vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
• Nov. 25, 2026: vs. Nashville Predators
• Nov. 28, 2026: vs. Utah Mammoth

Dallas Stars: official schedule and ticket information

Planning note: November 22 has a Cowboys home game, a Stars home game, and Fort Worth’s Parade of Lights. If more than one is on your list, compare start times, traffic, and parking before making plans.

Fort Worth: festivals, lights, and Thanksgiving traditions

Fall Japanese Festival — November 7–8

Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Hours: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; last entry at 4 p.m.

Make room for a garden outing featuring Japanese cultural traditions, including taiko drumming, tea ceremonies, and music. Check the garden’s event page for admission, parking locations, and visit policies.

Fall Japanese Festival details and tickets

GM Financial Parade of Lights — November 22

Where: Downtown Fort Worth

Set aside an evening for one of downtown’s signature holiday celebrations. Plan your viewing location and parking in advance, especially if you are also considering a game that day. Check the organizer’s route, timing, and reserved-seat information before heading downtown.

Confirm the 2026 Parade of Lights date | Parade route, viewing information, and reserved seats

Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot — November 26

Where: General Worth Square
Starts: 1K Gobbler Trot at 7:45 a.m.; 5K and 8K at 8:30 a.m.

Begin Thanksgiving with a downtown run or walk. Choose the distance that fits your plans, and review registration, packet pickup, and course information through the YMCA.

Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot details and registration

More Fort Worth concerts and performances

Looking for another night out between games? These November picks add music and theater to your calendar:

• November 1 — MercyMe with Jeremy Camp, Tim Timmons, and Sam Wesley: Dickies Arena lists a 7 p.m. start, with doors at 6 p.m. Official concert details and tickets.
• November 3–8 — Jersey Boys: Follow the story and music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons at Bass Performance Hall. Select a performance time that fits your week. Official show details and tickets.
• November 10 — The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration: Add a tribute concert at Bass Performance Hall to your midweek plans. Official concert details and tickets.
• November 17 — Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band: A Bass Performance Hall option for listeners who enjoy a blend of Texas-rooted musical styles. Official concert details and tickets.
• November 27–28 — Home for the Holidays: The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra brings its holiday program to Bass Performance Hall for Thanksgiving weekend. Official venue calendar and performance information.

Check the venue links for start times, ticket availability, and audience guidance before booking.

Arlington: theater and an outdoor evening

The Great American Trailer Park Musical — select dates through November 8

Where: Theatre Arlington

Looking for a night out away from the stadium? This musical continues into early November. The theater lists Thursday–Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances at 2 p.m. It is intended for mature audiences and contains adult situations and language.

Performance dates, audience guidance, and tickets

Nature Night: Turkey Hunt Geocaching — November 13

Where: Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, 4600 W. Bardin Road, Arlington
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Listed as free

Try a turkey-themed search after a brief orientation. This city recreation event offers an outdoor alternative to a ticketed show or game. Use the registration link on the city’s event page and confirm availability.

Nature Night details and registration

Grand Prairie: an early look at holiday lights

Prairie Lights Sneak A Peek — November 21–22

Where: Lynn Creek Park, Grand Prairie
Nov. 21: timed 5K run
Nov. 22: untimed 3-mile walk

Experience the light-show route on foot before the drive-through season begins. Advance registration is required; the organizer lists an October 31 deadline or earlier if spaces fill, with no walk-up registration. Check availability promptly if you want to participate.

Sneak A Peek event details and registration

Prairie Lights drive-through — opens November 26

Where: Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake, Grand Prairie
Published season: November 26–December 31, opening nightly at 6 p.m.

Add a holiday-light outing to Thanksgiving week. The attraction combines a two-mile drive-through display with Holiday Village. Compare ticket options and review entry directions before your visit.

Prairie Lights hours, tickets, and visit information

Quick answers for your November plans

Are the Mavericks and Stars games in Arlington?

No. Their listed home games are at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Cowboys’ listed home games are at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Which featured Arlington event is free?

The City of Arlington lists Nature Night: Turkey Hunt Geocaching on November 13 as free. Use the city’s event page to check registration and availability.

When should I register for Prairie Lights Sneak A Peek?

The organizer lists October 31 as the registration deadline, or earlier if a night fills. There is no walk-up registration. Check the official registration page before making plans.

Before you head out

All event times shown are local Central Time. Confirm game start times, ticket availability, parking, entry policies, weather updates, and registration requirements through the official links. Dates and programs can change.

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