The Best Things To Do in Dallas This Weekend — Jo Bros, Machine Gun Kelly, and The Other Art Fair

From big-name concerts to a stand-up comedian and an art fair for emerging names, these are the best things to do in Dallas this weekend. Plan your fall accordingly.

Note: Most of the following concerts will require proof of vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test.

The Jonas Brothers Return

On Friday at 7 pm, the Jonas Brothers are returning to their hometown of Dallas on “The Remember This Tour.” Playing at Dos Equis Pavilion, the three brothers will be accompanied by Kelsea Ballerini. After a long hiatus that began in 2013, the group announced their comeback in 2019 with a hit called “Sucker.” They went on their “Happiness Begins Tour” in 2019. This current tour is their first tour back since Covid-19 hit in 2020. Get tickets here.

Machine Gun Kelly

Houston-native and Megan Fox’s extremely-down-for-PDA beau Colson Baker (aka Machine Gun Kelly) will be performing at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory this Sunday at 7:30 pm. The rapper/singer is known for hits like “Bloody Valentine” and “My Ex’s Best Friend.” This tour follows the 2020 release of his most recent album of the same name, Tickets to My Downfall. JXDN and Carolesdaughter will also be performing. Tickets are available here.

Mt. Joy and Briston Maroney

This Friday, indie rock band Mt. Joy will perform at House of Blues at 7 pm. American singer/songwriter Briston Maroney will open for the band. Founded in 2016 with members Matt, Sam, Sotiris, Jackie, and Michael, the band is known for hits like “Silver Lining,” “Strangers,” and “New President.” Get your tickets here.

NEEDTOBREATHE

Head to Toyota Music Factory on Saturday for a concert by NEEDTOBREATHE, Switchfoot, and The New Respects. On their “Into the Mystery Tour,” the rock headliner is known for its Christian rock songs like “Brother” and “Keep Your Eyes Open.” The show starts at 7 pm and tickets are here.

Jim Jeffries

Australian stand-up comedian Jim Jeffries will be performing at Dallas’ Majestic Theatre on Saturday on his “The Moist Tour.” Jeffries is known for his namesake Comedy Central talk show, The Jim Jeffries Show, which ran from 2017 to 2019. He also created the FX television show Legit and has numerous specials on Netflix. Tickets are available here.

The Other Art Fair

The Other Art Fair presented by Saatchi Art returns to Dallas Market Hall for its second edition this weekend (October 21 through October 24). The event showcases over 130 independent and emerging artists, as well as interactive installations, murals, exclusive collective features, live DJ sets, and a special experience from Sweet Tooth Hotel (which just debuted their latest install in Allen). General entry tickets and early private entry tickets (Thursday) are available here.

Main Street Celebration in Richardson

Just north of Dallas, in Richardson, the downtown area is celebrating the ribbon cutting of its newly improved Main Street area. From noon to 5 pm on Saturday, enjoy Richardson Symphony Orchestra, local bites, boutiques, and live music. Fort Worth musician Abraham Alexander will headline the musical performances curated by Artist Uprising. The event is free to attend.

The Statler Presents: 1999 The Legacy of Prince

On Saturday at 8 pm, head to The Statler hotel for “1999: The Legacy of Prince.” A Las Vegas Tribute production, the show is dedicated to The Purple King, Prince Rogers Nelson. Get your tickets here.