Thursday, August 13th, 2026

Howdy Frisco -

This weekend you can practice Spanish, have coffee with the mayor, ride your bike along the Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt trail, adopt a cat and see a Coldplay tribute band - not necessarily in that order.

Also, a French-inspired boutique hotel is breaking ground on the north side of town this month, and it's tied to a development most of us haven't fully clocked yet. Let's get into it.

If you're new to Frisco, Firefly Park is a 112-acre development going up at the southeast corner of Lebanon Road and Dallas Parkway, and it's a big one: roughly two million square feet of office space, 375,000 square feet of retail, townhomes, and two hotels once it's finished.

The first of those hotels, Hotel Voeux, breaks ground this August. It's a French-inspired boutique property built around a central courtyard, with a resort-style pool, cabanas, a signature restaurant and bar, and event space, meant to feel more like a Parisian neighborhood hotel than a typical business-district stay. It's the kind of project that signals what this corner of Frisco is turning into: not just offices, but somewhere people actually want to spend a weekend.

The Dallas-born coffee and matcha chain just opened its 15th North Texas location, with drive-thru service, outdoor seating, and a menu of lattes, matcha, and light bites. The brand also runs paid internships built to help young people transition out of foster care into adulthood.
11660 Legacy Dr, Ste 1996, Frisco (Now Open)

🏢 New interim leader for Parks & Rec. Mayra Diaz is stepping in as Interim Director of Play Frisco (the city's Parks & Recreation department) while the city searches for a permanent hire. Diaz has been with the Frisco Public Library since 2005, most recently as Assistant Director.

🍺 Flix Brewhouse Frisco took gold. The cinema-brewery chain's Frisco location won a gold medal at the 2026 U.S. Open Beer Championship for its Cumbersome Blonde, part of a record 17 medals across all Flix locations this year.

👋 End of an era for Jinbeh. The hibachi spot near Stonebriar Centre is closing its Frisco location after service on Sunday, Aug. 16, following decades of tableside onion volcanoes and birthday dinners. Their Lewisville location stays open if you need a fix.

🎉 Frisco CAN is coming Sept. 26. Frisco Community Awareness Night is the city's annual neighborhood block party, running 5-9PM citywide. It's your chance to meet neighbors, connect with city leaders and first responders, and enjoy activities on your own block. Neighborhoods can register now at FriscoTexas.gov/CAN.

☕ Coffee with the Mayor
Mayor Mark Hill's first "Coffee with the Mayor" - bring your questions and grab a cup. Set to become a standing second-Friday-of-the-month event, though the topic and location may shift each time.
Frisco Public Library, Community Event Room, 8000 Dallas Pkwy, 8AM (Free)

🎹 Emerald City & Dueling Pianos at The Revel
A dinner show pairing live dueling pianos with an Emerald City set - request your favorites and sing along over dinner.
Revel Patio Grill, 9305 Preston Rd, 5:30PM (Ticketed)

🎶 Friday Night Music Bingo at Three Empires Brewery
Listen for your favorite songs instead of numbers, mark your card, and win prizes every round. Family-friendly, dog-friendly, with beer, wine, and pizza on tap.
Three Empires Brewery, 6990 Main St Suite 200, Frisco, 7:30-9:30PM (Free)

🚴 Cycle the City: Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
A guided community bike ride along the Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt trail, family-friendly pace, all skill levels welcome.
Wakeland High School, check listing for start time (Free)

🥕 Rotary Farmer's Market
Weekly local farmers market with produce, goods, and vendors - rain or shine, until they sell out.
Rotary Farmers Market at Hall Park, 3000 Internet Blvd, 9AM-1PM (Free)

🐱 Frisco Humane Society Cat Adoption Event
Weekly cat and kitten adoptions with counselors on-site to help you meet your new best friend.
Petsmart, 3333 Preston Rd (at Warren), Frisco, 12-4PM (Free)

🗣 Spanish Language Chat
A casual, beginner-friendly Spanish conversation group at the library - no registration, just show up and practice.
Frisco Public Library, 8000 Dallas Pkwy, check listing for time (Free)

Bring a piece of Frisco home with a beautifully detailed realistic city map. Hang it on your wall and impress your visitors with this museum-quality print. FREE SHIPPING.

🍷 Razzmatazz at Didi's Downtown
Live set from Razzmatazz at one of downtown Frisco's coziest dinner spots - full menu, craft cocktails, and a warm room.
Didi's Downtown, 7210 W. Main St, Frisco, 7-10PM

📻 Live Radio at Frisco Rail Yard
DFW cover band Live Radio takes the outdoor stage at the Rail Yard - cold drinks, pizza from the Dough Box, and a full patio to spread out on.
Frisco Rail Yard, 6890 Main St, Frisco, 7:30-10:30PM

🎷 DeAnna: Mississippi Blues Queen at The Frisco Bar
A Friday night blues set from DeAnna, the self-styled Mississippi Blues Queen - live music, cold drinks, and a casual, classy room.
The Frisco Bar & Grill, 6750 Gaylord Pkwy Ste 120, Frisco, 9PM

🎸 Big City Outlaws: Pure Country Hits
High-energy two-step country covers, from Garth Brooks and George Strait classics to Luke Bryan and Zac Brown Band favorites.
Revel Patio Grill, 9305 Preston Rd, 9:30PM-1AM (Ticketed)

🍝 Live Music at Palato
Same slot as Friday, local musicians and Italian dinner.
Palato Italian Kitchen and Lounge, 3220 Internet Blvd, 5-9PM (Free, reservations recommended)

🍷 Coronado Collective at Didi's Downtown
Saturday night set from the Coronado Collective - wine, dinner, and live music in downtown Frisco's original house-turned-restaurant.
Didi's Downtown, 7210 W. Main St, Frisco, 7-10PM

📻 Shenanigans at Frisco Rail Yard
Saturday night live music on the Rail Yard's outdoor stage - grab a table, order from the Dough Box, and settle in.
Frisco Rail Yard, 6890 Main St, Frisco, 7:30-10:30PM

🎶 Pride In The Name of U2 & The Coldplayers Tribute Band
A double-header covering two of arena rock's biggest acts back to back, all night.
Revel Patio Grill, 9305 Preston Rd, 9PM ($17.92-$34.44)

This week's pick ties right into Saturday's Cycle the City ride: a long paved trail corridor winding through central Frisco, popular with cyclists, runners, and dog walkers alike. Shaded stretches, creek views, and connections to several neighborhood parks along the way make it one of the better ways to actually cover ground in Frisco without a car.

Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt | Frisco, TX | Free | Open daily, dawn to dusk

Fri: ☀️ Sunny, high 101°F
Sat: ☀️ Sunny, high 102°F

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That's it for now. See you Saturday!

Cheers,

Sebastian

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