April 15-22

Plan your weekend with Richardson's Things to Do e-newsletter, published weekly every Wednesday. 

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“Over the River and Through the Woods” 

Nick is a single, Italian American guy from New Jersey. His parents retired and moved to Florida, but that doesn’t mean his family isn’t still in Jersey. In fact, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This is routine until he has to tell them that he’s been offered a dream job. The news doesn’t sit so well. Thus begins a series of schemes to keep Nick around.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday) - Runs through May 3
Location: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $24 adults, $22 students & seniors
Additional details: Over The River And Through The Woods at Richardson Theatre Centre

Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection 

“Groundbreakers” brings together artists who played with materiality, space and performance in postwar Japan and Korea after the 1950s. This exhibition is organized by The University of Texas at Dallas in collaboration with The Dallas Museum of Art.  

Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)  
Exhibit runs through July 26, 2026
Location: Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Athenaeum, Dallas Museum of Art Gallery
777 Loop Rd. SW
Admission: Free
Additional details: Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection

 
April 16

UT Dance Ensemble: “Tribute” 

The UT Dance Ensemble will premiere “Tribute” - an evening of faculty-choreographed and collaborative works.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (April 16-18) 
Location: UT Dallas, University Theatre, 800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: UTDance Ensemble: Tribute - Comet Calendar 

April 17

CityLine Live – Blake Cheek (Folk/Rock) 

Live music is back at CityLine Plaza. Enjoy this ultimate outdoor concert experience. Bring your friends, family and pup for an evening of local tunes, food and beautiful spring nights under the stars. 

Time: 6-9 p.m. (April 17)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Blake Cheek (Folk/Rock)

“Humans 2.0” by Circa 

This next chapter of Circa’s internationally acclaimed “Humans” is a tightly woven choreography of bodies, pulsing with music by composer Ori Lichtik and revealed in Paul Jackson’s dramatic lighting. Cready circus visionary Yaron Lifschitz, “Humans 2.0” is intimate, primal and deeply engaged with the challenge of being human.  

Time: 8 p.m. (April 17)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $38.50-$59.50
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center

Spring Has Sprung Cookie Decorating Workshop - Must Register by April 17

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly class, you’ll decorate six spring-themed cookies. You will learn some baking basics and essential decorating techniques like piping, flooding and adding details using royal icing. No experience? No problem! Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 9 a.m. (April 25) 
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $50 plus a $15 supply fee due to instructor day of class, registration required
Must register by April 17
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

April 18

Richardson Disc Golf Tournament 

Sign up to participate in the Richardson Disc Golf Tournament with one round and 18 holes. There will be prizes for the top winners in both divisions as well as player packs.  

Time: 7:30 a.m. (check-in), 8:30 a.m. (tee time) - April 18
Location: Breckinridge Park, Complex C, 3555 Brand Rd. 
Admission: $30, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #50828 

Network’s Fork-Off Returns 

Join the Network of Community Ministries for its Annual Fork-Off to Fight Hunger. Enjoy samplings from local restaurants, dancing, exciting live and silent auctions, interactive activities and more. Network is celebrating 40 years of service with a special upgraded venue and other exciting additions.  

Time: 6-10 p.m. (April 18) 
Location: University of Texas at Dallas, Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center, 800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: $150 (individual ticket)
Additional details: Network Fork Off - Network of Community Ministries 

CityLine Live – Alex Caruthers (Rock)

Live music is back at CityLine Plaza. Enjoy this ultimate outdoor concert experience. Bring your friends, family and pup for an evening of local tunes, food and beautiful spring nights under the stars. 

Time: 6-9 p.m. (April 18)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: CityLine LIVE featuring Alex Caruthers (Rock)

Okee Dokee Brothers 

Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing record and perform family music with a goal to inspire children and their parents to step outside and get creative. They believe this can motivate kids to gain a greater respect for the natural world, their communities and themselves. The five-time Parents’ Choice Award winners have been featured on PBS Kids, garnered praise from the likes of all NPR’s “All Things Considered” and “USA Today,” and have been called “two of family music’s best songwriters.” 

Time: 2 p.m. (April 18)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $28-$38.50
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center

Creatures in the Garden 

Join North Texas Master Naturalists, Sean and Chrissy Cortez-Mathis for a fun talk about the different critters that call their suburban garden home. Creating a biodiverse and sustainable landscape promotes habitat for many species. Come learn how you can transition your yard into an oasis in the city.  

Time: 2-3 p.m. (April 18)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #51649

Family Improv: Improv at the Museum 

Join The Core Theatre for a family-friendly improv show. What would happen if you could take anything from a museum and bring it to life? Take a historical event like writing the Declaration of Independence but bring in some cowboys shoehorning in their own western ideas. How about a saber-toothed tiger that has been domesticated? 

Time: 7:30 p.m.  (April 18)
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $10 (adults), $5 (kids)
Additional details: The Core Theatre  

Google Productivity: Docs, Sheets and Slides 

This is an introduction to Google Docs, Sheets and Slides. Participants will learn how to create and share new documents, spreadsheets and presentations. This Richardson Public Library-sponsored program is for anyone 16 and older. 

Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon (April 18)
Location: Library Millwood Creek Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration and a valid RPL card required
Call 972-744-4355 to register
Additional details: Google Productivity: Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Chamber Works of Debussy 

Join Chamber Music International and enjoy this unique presentation of the wonderful impressionism of the early and late Debussy.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (April 18)
Location: St. Barnabas Presbyterian Church, 1220 W. Belt Line Rd. 
Admission: $45 adults, $40 seniors, $15 students
Additional details: April 18: Chamber Works of Debussy

3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour 

Join the John Bunker Sands Wetland to learn about the special ecosystem’s flora and fauna and the fascinating history of the property. Topics also include the innovative design of the wetland, the relationship the wetland has with water supply and the interaction between human engineering and nature.  

Time: 9-10:30 a.m.  (April 18)
Location: John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln., Combine, TX
Admission: Free with admission
Additional details: Programs - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center 

April 19

Patrick Bartley with Texins Jazz Band and the Berkner High School Band 

The Texins Jazz Band has a 40-year history of producing concerts featuring guest artists. The band is presenting two guest concerts in the spring of 2026. The first will be Grammy-nominated saxophonist Patrick Bartley. He is a multi-instrumentalist and bandleader known for his boundless versatility, virtuosic technique and expressive and beautiful tone.  

Time: 7 p.m. (April 19)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $30-$42.50 (standard), $15.50-$21.50 (student)
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center

April 20

Music of Joy & Peace 

Internationally acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel illuminates piano masterpieces with passionate and poetic performances of works by legendary composers. Experience the exhilarating, sublime and uplifting works of Bach, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Chopin and Gershwin.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (April 20)
Location: Bank of America Theatre, Eisemann Center 
2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: $46-$54.50
Additional details: Event | Eisemann Center 

Story Stroll 

Grab your strollers and stretch your legs. Join the Richardson Public Library for a storytime at Breckinridge Park, then enjoy a walk through the park to connect to nature with movement, rhymes and fun. Storytime is intended for kids ages 3 and younger. The program is open to all ages. Children must be accompanied with at least one adult. Subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. 

Time: 3-3:30 p.m. (April 20)
Location: Breckinridge Park, 5300 Renner Rd. and North Brand Road
Admission: Free
Additional details: Story Stroll

DixieSwing Dixieland Band

Join the Richardson Senior Center for a free concert. Membership to the Senior Center is not required. 

Time: 1:30 p.m. (April 20)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-77-7800 to register and for more information 

Get creative, learn something new and explore art at the Richardson Public Library. Each month, join the Library for a lesson on an artist, art movement or art technique, followed by the opportunity to make your own piece. This program is for ages 9-12 only.  

Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. (April 21)
Location: YS Storytime Room, Richardson Public Library
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500
Admission: Free, registration required
Call 972-744-4358 or visit the Youth Services Help Desk to register
Additional details: Smart Art!

Intimacy Over 50 Sponsored by: Colonial Oaks & First Light Home Care 

Dr. Carolyn Riley explores how aging, hormonal changes, health conditions and lifestyle factors can influence intimacy after 50. The goal of this program at the Richardson Senior Center is to empower participants to sustain fulfilling relationships and vitality at every stage of life. Membership to the Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 10 a.m. (April 21)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd.
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional detail: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

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April 22

Earth Day Picnic in the Plaza 

Celebrate Earth Day at CityLine Plaza with a relaxing picnic. Also, participate in a hands-on planting activity. Bring a recycled can (20 oz or less) and get help turning it into a planter with a plant to take home.  

Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (April 22)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Earth Day Picnic in the Plaza

Alamo Drafthouse: “Michael” Early Access 

Join Alamo Drafthouse to be among the first to see the Michael Jackosn biopic on its biggest screen. “Michael” is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever seen. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music.  

Time: 6 p.m. (April 22)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 100 S. Central Expy. 
Admission: $18.24
Additional details: Dallas/Fort Worth | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 

Republic Services Recycling Tour 

The City of Richardson, in partnership with Republic Services, is offering an exclusive opportunity for residents to participate in guided recycling tours at the Republic Services facility in Plano. These tours are designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the recycling process, from material collection to sorting and processing, demonstrating the critical role recycling plays in environmental sustainability.  

Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. (April 23)
Location: Republic Services, 4200 14th St., Plano, TX
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: April Recycling Tour

DEA Drug Take Back 

Bring your unused or expired pharmaceutical for disposal. The Richardson Police Department will have a drop-off location. All solid dosage pharmaceutical product and liquids in consumer containers may be accepted. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The depositor should ensure that the cap is tightly sealed to prevent leakage. Intra-venous solutions, injectables and syringes will not be accepted due to potential hazard posed by blood-borne pathogens.  

Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (April 25)
Location: Visitor parking lot, Richardson Police Department, 200 N. Greenville Ave. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: DEA Drug Take Back

2026 Richardson BioBlitz

Attending a BioBlitz is a great way to get outdoors, connect with nature, learn about science and conservation, and help the environment. Help the City’s Park and Recreation Department find and identify as many plants, animals and fungi species as possible across the park on a fun Saturday afternoon. This program is open to all ages.  

Time: 2-5 p.m. (April 25)
Location: Breckinridge Park Pavilion, 3555 Brand Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration required
Additional details: Register to volunteer with City of Richardson Parks & Rec

RWC Annual Garden Tour 

Join the Richardson Woman’s Club for its Annual Garden Tour. It will be a delightful day of beauty, inspiration and community.  

Time: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (May 2)
Location: Richardson Woman’s Club, 2005 N. Cliffe Dr. 
Admission: $26.90 (Garden Tour ticket), $11.37 (box lunch – must purchase by April 27)
Additional details: 2026 Richardson Woman's Club Garden Tour 

Cottonwood Art Festival 

Attend one of the most prestigious fine art festivals in the country. See work from nearly 200 artists, grab a bite to eat from a variety of vendors and stop by the ArtStop children’s area.  

Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (May 2), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (May 3)
Location: Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: Cottonwood Art Festival

Better Your Days the Mediterranean Way Workshop

Cooking Well Texas introduces the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and teaches participants how to incorporate these principles into their kitchen without sacrificing flavor. Lessons are hands-on and participants will explore recipes inspired by the Mediterranean diet. Membership to the Richardson Senior Center is not required.  

Time: 10 a.m. (May 2, 9, 16 & 23)
Location: Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $40, registration required
Additional details: Call 972-744-7800 to register and for more information 

Bike Rodeo 

Get ready for a free, fun and educational event where kids can learn essential bicycle safety skills in an exciting, hands-on environment. The City’s annual Bike Rodeo is open to all and designed to help young riders gain confidence on two wheels.  

Time: 10-11:30 a.m. (May 9)
Location: Heights Park, In the parking lot next to the baseball fields 
711 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: Free, registration encouraged
Additional details: Join Us for the Bike Rodeo!

Electronics Recycling and Document Shredding Event 

Properly dispose of your electronics and important documents at this recycling and shredding event.  

Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (May 9)
Location: The Heights Church, 201 W. Renner Rd. 
Admission: Free
Additional details: www.rcpaaa.org 

Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival 

Attend this annual three-day, award-winning celebration of eclectic arts and music. Enjoy a variety of musical acts on multiple stages, kid’s activities, artistic performances, regional cuisine and shopping.  

Time: 6-11 p.m. (May 15), noon-11:30 p.m. (May 16), noon-6 p.m. (May 17)
Location: Galatyn Park Urban Center, 2351 Performance Dr. 
Admission: Prices vary
Additional details: Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival

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