Dallas This Week: Events for Nov 16

The three biggest things in Dallas this week are all at American Airlines Center: the Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Nov 18, JOURNEY - Final Frontier Tour (An Evening With) on Friday, Nov 20, and the Dallas Stars vs. Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday, Nov 22. Around them you will find a second Mavs game, symphony nights, Longhorn Ballroom shows, college basketball and a run of free late nights in Deep Ellum.

Prices for most of these live on the ticket pages, so check each event page before you commit.

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Wednesday, Nov 18: Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors. A midweek home game at American Airlines Center; check the event page for tip-off time.
Friday, Nov 20: JOURNEY - Final Frontier Tour (An Evening With). An all-ages evening at 7:30 PM.
Saturday, Nov 21: Dallas Mavericks vs. LA Clippers. The second Mavs home game of the week, 7:00 PM.
Saturday, Nov 21: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Presents Debussy's La mer and Karen Gomyo. Saturday at 7:30 PM, with one more date this week.
Sunday, Nov 22: Dallas Stars vs. Pittsburgh Penguins. A 6:00 PM puck drop to close the week.

What’s on early in the week?

Monday and Tuesday are quieter, but not empty. On Tuesday, Nov 17, the SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Mens Basketball game tips off at 7:00 PM at Moody Coliseum.

Wednesday is the Mavericks night, so give yourself extra time if you are heading to the arena. If you would rather skip the game traffic, Getting Around Dallas covers DART and driving.

What can you do for free?

Three Links in Deep Ellum lists a string of free nights this week. All of these are 21+ according to the listings, so bring a physical ID.

Monday, Nov 16, 11:00 PM: Specialized Karaoke Night with RUEN. Free, and it has one more date this week.
Tuesday, Nov 17, 10:00 PM: The Ox and The Waymakers. Free, a weekly Tuesday residency.
Wednesday, Nov 18, 10:00 PM: Wub Wednesday. Free, with local bass DJs.
Thursday, Nov 19, 10:00 PM: DJ JREAM. Free.

If you want a free show that is all ages, Heal The Hurt, Magdalene Rose, Unbroken Reign plays Three Links on Friday, Nov 20 at 7:00 PM. The listing notes that minors under 21 pay a $5 fee at the door.

Where should you go for live music?

The Longhorn Ballroom & Backyard Amphitheater has a three-night stretch. Tab Benoit w/ Jesse Dayton is Thursday, Nov 19 at 8:00 PM. Band of Heathens w/ Donavon Frankenreiter follows on Friday, Nov 20 at 6:30 PM, and Buzzcocks plays Saturday, Nov 21 at 8:00 PM.

For something dressier, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra plays the Morton Meyerson Symphony Center twice: Dallas Symphony Orchestra on Friday, Nov 20 at 7:30 PM, and the Debussy's La mer and Karen Gomyo program on Saturday, Nov 21 at 7:30 PM.

On Saturday, Nov 21 at 7:00 PM, STATIC DRESS: INJURY EPISODE USA TOUR is at Gilley’s Dallas. It is listed as all ages, standing room, with tickets from $31.

What’s on this weekend?

Friday, Nov 20 is the busiest night. Journey is at American Airlines Center at 7:30 PM, the Symphony starts at 7:30 PM, Band of Heathens at 6:30 PM, and SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball vs. South Alabama Jaguars Mens Basketball is at Moody Coliseum at 7:00 PM. Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk is at Music Hall at Fair Park at 7:00 PM. The listing says no children under 15 are permitted.

Saturday, Nov 21 has the Dallas Mavericks vs. LA Clippers at 7:00 PM, plus the Symphony, Buzzcocks and Static Dress.

Sunday, Nov 22 is the Stars game at 6:00 PM. The listing notes there is no re-entry.

What else is worth a look?

On Thursday, Nov 19 at 7:00 PM, Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out Live - The Next Generation is at American Airlines Center, the same night as Tab Benoit at the Longhorn.

Any night this week

If the calendar does not have what you want, these guides work any day:

Best Things to Do in Dallas: 13 Picks a Local Would Send You for a quick plan when you are free.
Where to Eat in Dallas: Tex-Mex, Brisket, Corny Dogs for a pre-show dinner.
Thanksgiving in Dallas: Turkey Trot, Meals and Holiday Lights for planning the holiday week ahead.

Planning tips

Most of the big shows this week share one address, American Airlines Center, so Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday can feel crowded around the arena. Leave early, and check the event page for the ticket details. Always confirm times with the event page before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What are the biggest events in Dallas this week (Nov 16–22)?

The Dallas Mavericks play the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Nov 18, JOURNEY plays American Airlines Center on Friday, Nov 20, and the Dallas Stars host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday, Nov 22.

What free things can you do in Dallas this week?

Three Links in Deep Ellum lists free nights from Monday, Nov 16 through Thursday, Nov 19, including karaoke, The Ox and The Waymakers, Wub Wednesday and DJ JREAM. They are listed as 21+.

Is there a Dallas Symphony Orchestra concert this week?

Yes. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra plays the Morton Meyerson Symphony Center on Friday, Nov 20 and Saturday, Nov 21, both at 7:30 PM. The Saturday program features Debussy's La mer and Karen Gomyo.

What is happening in Dallas on Saturday, Nov 21?

On Saturday, Nov 21 in Dallas, the Mavericks host the LA Clippers at 7:00 PM at American Airlines Center. Buzzcocks play the Longhorn Ballroom at 8:00 PM, and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra plays at 7:30 PM.

What’s happening this week in Dallas? (Nov 16–22)