16th Annual Festival at the Switchyard

Carrollton's signature city festival offers a full day of free concerts, headlined by Toad the Wet Sprocket with openers Eve 6 and Wheatus, plus Bri Bagwell, Elias Y Su Orquesta and local school and dance groups. There are free rides and games, face painting, a kids' craft area, food vendors, artisan booths and downtown shops. It draws families and music fans from across the Metroplex. When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Rides and games close at 7 p.m.; Toad the Wet Sprocket plays at 8:50 p.m. Rain or shine. Where: Historic Downtown Carrollton Square, 1106 S. Broadway Street, Carrollton, TX 75006. Parking is very limited; the city recommends DART to Downtown Carrollton Station. Cost: Free admission, rides, games and concerts. Bring money for food and shopping. Information: https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/about-us/calendar/festival-at-the-switchyard Organizer: City of Carrollton. Contact: [email protected]