What to Do in Grapevine, Southlake & Colleyville This August (2026)

📅 Events You Can’t Miss This Month

Grapevine, TX continues to be one of the most event-packed cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and August is no exception.

Grapevine

• Dallas Photography Summit 2026 (August 8-9) | Grapevine Convention Center: A must for photography enthusiasts in the DFW area, featuring workshops and speakers from across the industry.
  
  
• Planes and Trains Guided Tour (August 15, 22, and 29) | Grapevine Vintage Railroad: A fun, family-friendly way to spend an afternoon exploring Grapevine's transportation history.
  
  
• Texas Coin Show (August 21-23) | Grapevine Convention Center: Collectors from across the state gather in Grapevine for this popular annual event.
  
  

Southlake

• African Safari: Into the Wild (August 18) | Parkwood Training Center: A unique, family-friendly experience bringing the wild to Southlake.
  
  

Colleyville

• Community Shred Day (August 22) | Colleyville City Hall South Lot: A great opportunity for Colleyville residents to safely and securely shred sensitive documents.
  
  

👀 New & Coming Soon to the Area

The local economy is booming, and some incredible new retail and entertainment spots are hitting the neighborhood. Here is what is on our radar:

• Gyro Rice & Spice (Grapevine) – Opening This Month: Mediterranean flavors are coming to Grapevine. Gyro Rice & Spice is expected to open in August, serving gyros, shawarma, rice bowls, and baklava.
  
  
• Lupe Tortilla (Southlake) – Opening Late 2026: This popular Tex-Mex restaurant, known for puffy tacos and carne asada, is expected to open in late 2026 in the former Buca di Beppo building in Southlake.
  
  
• Baskin-Robbins (Colleyville) – Opened July 3: The beloved ice cream shop celebrated its grand opening in Colleyville on July 3, giving locals a sweet new spot to visit.
  
  

🗺️ Thinking About Making a Move?

There is a reason people are flocking to the Grapevine, Southlake, and Colleyville areas—the community, the amenities, and the lifestyle are unmatched.

If you are planning a move or exploring homes in the area, we want to make the transition seamless. We’ve put together a comprehensive Moving Guide to help you find the perfect neighborhood for your lifestyle.

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