Brewed on Ballard Coffee Crawl
2026-09-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Historic Downtown Wylie
Explore downtown one cup at a time.
Join us for one of Wylie’s favorite traditions as the Brewed on Ballard Coffee Crawl returns to downtown!
Spend the day strolling through local businesses, discovering unique shops, and sampling specialty coffee creations from participating stops throughout downtown. Whether you’re a dedicated coffee enthusiast or simply looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday, the Coffee Crawl is the perfect way to experience everything our downtown community has to offer.
Your Coffee Crawl ticket includes:
A commemorative Brewed on Ballard souvenir mug
Coffee samples from 12+ participating stops
A self-guided tour of downtown Wylie
Plenty of opportunities to shop, explore, and support local businesses along the way
Gather your friends, wear your walking shoes, and make a day of it! From cozy cafés to local boutiques, every stop offers something new to discover.
We can’t wait to welcome you to downtown Wylie—one cup at a time.

Author Signing Event
2026-09-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Sol y Luna Bookshop, 201 N Ballard Ave Ste 101, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Join us at Sol y Luna Bookshop for a special author signing with Enid Gail Barron, author of the children’s book Cakey’s Surprise!
Bring the whole family and meet the author behind this heartwarming story inspired by a child’s discovery and connection with the world around them!
We can’t wait to see you there for a fun and bookish afternoon!

Uncorked Artisan Market
2026-09-26 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-11-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Landon Winery, 103 N. Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Discover unique handmade goods, boutique finds, permanent jewelry, delicious treats, home décor, candles, and more from an amazing lineup of local small businesses.

Book Club Picks Are Here
2026-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Sol y Luna Bookshop, 201 N Ballard Ave Ste 101, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Our upcoming Book Club picks are here!
Get ready to fall in love with some magical, heartfelt, and cozy reads at Sol y Luna Bookshop!
October: Spellcaster by J. A. Minv — A little magic and mystery to kick off the spooky season!
November: Donfire & Bliss — A story about friendship, love, and discovering where your heart belongs.
December: Together with You by Leslie McElroy — The perfect cozy read to wrap up the year!
Which month are you most excited to join us for? Let us know below!

Sound Meditation
2026-09-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Yogadana Wylie, 100 N Ballard Ave, Ste B, Wylie, 75098, United States
Close out September with an evening of meditation and sound inspired by the season’s shift inward. As we move beyond the Autumn Equinox and into Vata season, we’ll work to ground scattered energy, settle the mind, and reconnect with the steadiness within as nature begins to slow around us.

Threshing Day at Shoemaker & Hardt
2026-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Shoemaker & Hardt, 105 N Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Step into the Riders Quadrant for an evening of dragons, coffee, and bookish magic.
Inspired by one of our favorite fantasy worlds, Threshing Day is a celebration for readers, fantasy lovers, and anyone looking for a fun night out. Whether you’re hoping to bond with a dragon (or just a great latte), there’s something waiting for you.
Your mission includes:
Trivia & Rider Challenges – Test your courage and your fantasy knowledge.
Dragon Bookmark Bar – Create your own dragon-inspired bookmark to take home.
Themed Drinks – Limited-time beverages inspired by the world of dragons and riders.
Violet’s Flower Bar – Build a beautiful bouquet with Wylie Flower & Gift.
Costumes are encouraged—but not required. Come dressed as your favorite rider, dragon, scribe, or simply as yourself.

Oktoberfest German Festival
2026-10-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Glen Echo Brewing, 106 N Birmingham, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Join us for Glen Echo Brewing’s third annual OKTOBERFEST in downtown Wylie, Texas, October 2, 3, and 4. Keg tapping, live music, stein holding, obstacle races, German food, Dachshund races, and brewed-on-site Oktoberfest BEER —- brewed just one time each year. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate our German family heritage with us!

Wylie Farmers Market
2026-10-03 09:00 - 13:00 | B&B Theatres Wylie 12, 711 Woodbridge Pkwy, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Come visit us in the left side parking lot of B&B Theatres Wylie 12: support local, and shop small with our incredible array of vendors!!!

Yoga in the Park
2026-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Welcome Center at Brown House, 301 N Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
We’re so excited to partner with Wylie Parks & Rec and The Brown House to bring this back to the community.
Yoga in the Park
First Saturday of the month April to October @ 10AM
The Lawn at The Brown House
FREE
Bring your mat, water, and anything you might want for comfort (a towel or blanket under the knees is always a good idea).

Oktoberfest Village Stroll in Downtown Wylie
2026-10-03 12:00 - 19:00 | Historic Downtown Wylie
Grab your friends and stroll your way through Historic Downtown Wylie as Oktoberfest comes to life!
Experience a day filled with festive flavors, interactive activities, shopping, and small-town charm as local businesses transform into their own Bavarian-inspired village stops.
Each participating merchant will offer a unique Oktoberfest experience featuring: Delicious food and beverage samples Fun games and hands-on activities Shopping specials Instagram-worthy photo opportunities
Your Passport to the Village – When you arrive, pick up your FREE Oktoberfest Village Passport at any participating merchant and begin your adventure!
Complete your passport for a chance to win fantastic prizes from Downtown Wylie businesses!
Admission is FREE! The Oktoberfest Village Stroll is free to attend and explore. Food, beverages, crafts, and select activities will be included and or available for purchase at participating businesses.
Event Details Saturday, October 3, 2026 Historic Downtown Wylie Stroll at your own pace from Noon to 7 pm Free Admission
Come Celebrate Fall the Wylie Way!Bring your friends, wear your favorite fall attire – or break out the lederhosen and dirndl if you’re feeling festive – and enjoy a day of laughter, local flavor, and unforgettable memories.
Shop. Sip. Stroll. Celebrate. Prost, Y’all!

National Night Out
2026-10-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Olde City Park, 112 S Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
National Night Out includes public safety displays and activities, free hot dogs, chips, drinks, bounce houses, pony rides, face painting, Back the Blue stickers, and a brief fireworks display at the end of the evening. National Night Out will be held in historic downtown Wylie at Olde City Park – 112 S. Ballard Ave.
“Our goal is to unite the community and raise awareness of crime prevention in Wylie,” said Community Relations Officer Alexandra Waters. “We continue to promote a strong community network of active, involved citizens, working hand in hand with the police to keep the crime rate dropping lower and lower.”
As in years past, citizens are encouraged to return home after the event, turn their porch lights on, and meet their neighbors in a show of unity against criminal activity.
National Night Out is a program developed by the National Association of Town Watch, a nonprofit crime prevention organization that works in cooperation with thousands of crime watch groups and law enforcement agencies throughout the country. Since 1981, NATW has been dedicated to developing, growing, and maintaining organized crime and drug prevention programs nationwide. NATW’s network includes over 6,000 crime, drug, and violence prevention organizations.

Halloween Wylie Farmers Market
2026-10-17 09:00 - 13:00 | B&B Theatres Wylie 12, 711 Woodbridge Pkwy, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States

Open House
2026-10-24 12:00 - 16:00 | The Tile Gallery, 115 N Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Open house debuting the completely reimagined Tile Gallery Luxury Design Showroom.
Lite Bites & Beverages, Meet local designers, Exclusive grand opening promotions, vendor showcases

Hope Under the Stars
2026-10-24 17:45 - 21:00 | Olde City Park, 112 S Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Hope’s Gate presents their annual fundraiser, “Hope Under the Stars.” Enjoy 5 chef curated courses, wine tasting, live music, raffles, inspiring presentations, and more! All proceeds benefit Hope’s Gaye, whose mission is hope for orphans, victims of human trafficking and the world’s most vulnerable.

Boo on Ballard
2026-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Wylie, 100 N Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Boo on Ballard
In downtown Wylie Texas
Trick or Treat for the kids! Go booth to booth picking up tons of candy and goodies for your children. It’s a blast every year. There will be fun events in the park next to downtown. Good, safe, convenient, community fun! Presented by the Wylie Downtown Merchants Association and the City of Wylie, the downtown trick-or-treat event and festival is a safe alternative for Wylie families as kids can walk through downtown and receive candy and treats from local merchants.
The downtown streets are transformed into a Halloween wonderland featuring trick-or-treating, live music, and carnival games.
Boo on Ballard is free and is the Downtown Merchants’ way of saying thank-you to the community for its support and patronage throughout the year.

Merchant and Organization Booth Vendor signup has closed

Thank you to all of our sponsors and vendors for helping to make Boo on Ballard a blast in 2025!

Hosts:
Wylie Downtown Merchants Association (DiscoverWylie.com)
City of Wylie (WylieTexas.gov)
The Cross Church Trunk-or-Treat (thecross.com)

Wylie Arts Festival
2026-12-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Historic Downtown Wylie
The City of Wylie is proud to present the Wylie Arts Festival in historic downtown Wylie. Shop for art, handmade crafts, and unique gifts, and enjoy festive foods. Admission and parking are free.
The Wylie Arts Festival is your one-stop shop for holiday cheer – the perfect place to check off your Christmas list and pick up a little something for yourself! Wander through the rows of indoor and outdoor booths bursting with creativity – from handcrafted jewelry and cozy home decor, stylish clothing, original art, and one of a kind treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
When you’ve finished shopping, take a stroll through historic downtown Wylie, where charming boutiques, delicious restaurants, and sweet holiday treats are waiting to make your day even brighter.
We hope you’ll join us at the Wylie Arts Festival!

Victorian Christmas Market
2026-12-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Welcome Center at Brown House, 301 N Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Be a part of the unique European-style Christmas Market event at the Welcome Center at Brown House on the lawn. The City of Wylie and Wylie Parks and Recreation host this event in conjunction with the Wylie Arts Festival.
Stroll the Victorian Christmas Market, shop holiday vendors, and enjoy Victorian carolers, crafts, and more. Remember to visit the Welcome Center for photo opportunities. Free craft stations and lawn games are available in the children’s area.
For questions about the Victorian Christmas Market, email recreation@wylietexas.gov or call 972-516-6340.

Festival of Lights Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
2026-12-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Historic Downtown Wylie
Festival of Lights Christmas Parade
The Cross Church Wylie and the City of Wylie present the annual Festival of Lights Christmas Parade down Ballard Avenue. To enter a float in the parade or for questions about the parade, contact The Cross Church at 972-442-2261.
Tree Lighting
Join us after the parade for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Olde City Park (112 S. Ballard Ave.). Mayor Porter will read “The Night Before Christmas” and Wylie High School’s Tempo Choir will sing seasonal songs before the switch is thrown to light the community Christmas tree.

Midnight in Munich
2026-12-31 16:00 - 21:00 | Glen Echo Brewing, 106 N Birmingham, Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
Celebrate NYE on Munich, Germany, time …5 PM our time. Pre-party at the brewery before going to a bigger celebration, or make it a fun night with us and be on your couch in your PJs by 10.
