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Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Howdy Frisco -
Mosquito spray trucks are rolling through downtown tonight for the first time this season. If you're in the Rail District, Hickory Springs, or Oakbrook Park Estates, here's what you need to know. Also: you don’t want to miss Sunday’s soul event!
Let's get into it.
🪱 Mosquitoes Hit Downtown This Time
If you live in or near the Rail District, Hickory Springs, or Oakbrook Park Estates: mosquito spray trucks are rolling through your neighborhood tonight (Saturday) and tomorrow night (Sunday), 9PM to 5AM both nights.
The city confirmed yesterday that a seventh mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile virus this year. The previous six positives were all further north and west of town - Plantation Resort, Plantation Springs, Hillcrest Estates - so this is the first time downtown Frisco has been in the spray zone this season.
Still no human cases reported in Frisco in 2026. The standard advice holds: wear long sleeves at dawn and dusk, apply EPA-approved repellent, and dump any standing water around your home where mosquitoes breed. If you're planning to be outside in these neighborhoods after 9PM this weekend, you'll want to know the truck is coming through.
🔥 FRESH IN FRISCO
🍜 MiYa Chinese (Coming Soon)
The first restaurant announced for The Mix, a new mixed-use development at Lebanon Road and the Dallas North Tollway (the hole-by-the-toll that's been an empty lot for years). Expected to open April 2027.
The Mix, Lebanon Rd & DNT, Frisco (Coming 2027)
🍽️ Moxies (Coming Soon)
The Canadian-based restaurant chain is taking over the former City Works space at The Star. Construction started in late July on the nearly 13,000-square-foot buildout, with completion targeted for March 2027. Moxies already has locations in Southlake and Plano.
The Star in Frisco (Coming March 2027)
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🏛️ Frisco Square
🥪 Feed The City is tomorrow morning. A monthly volunteer event where hundreds of people show up at Sidecar Social (6770 Winning Dr) at 8:30AM to assemble sandwiches and lunch sacks for North Texans experiencing food insecurity. Bring supplies to make 25-30 meals (bread, deli meat, cheese, chips, tangerines, mustard, sandwich bags). Free, all ages, no registration required. Details on Eventbrite.
🚦 New traffic signal on Eldorado Pkwy at Granbury Dr. The signal went fully operational Tuesday, Aug. 11. Stop signs have been removed, so if you've been driving through on muscle memory, heads up - it's a real light now.
📅 YOUR WEEK AHEAD IN FRISCO
Sunday, August 16
🎸 Brian Erickson Live at Didi's Downtown
Sunday brunch music at Frisco's original house-turned-restaurant in the Rail District. Full menu, craft cocktails, live tunes.
Didi's Downtown, 8924 N 7th St, Frisco, 11AM-2PM
📚 Frisco Adult Book Fair
Browse book vendors, local authors, bookish merch, blind-date-with-a-book picks, permanent jewelry, and handmade goods - all while sipping craft beer at Rollertown.
Rollertown Beerworks, 6450 Main St, Frisco, 12-5PM (Free)
🎲 Sunday Board Games @ New World Gaming
Weekly drop-in board game session run by the Frisco Area Board Games group - bring your own or play theirs, all experience levels welcome.
New World Gaming, 2700 E Eldorado Pkwy #207, Little Elm, 1-5PM
🍋 Tequila Fest at Little Woodrow's
Eight cocktail samples featuring 15 tequila brands for $20. You're the judge - vote for the best cocktail.
Little Woodrow's, 8320 State Hwy 121, Frisco, 3PM ($20)
🎲 Bingo Night at Halo Pizzeria
Classic bingo with a twist at a cozy neighborhood pizza spot - prizes every round, all ages welcome.
Halo Pizzeria, 11220 Panther Creek Pkwy Suite 400, Frisco, 5-7PM (Free)
🔥 Soul Lounge at Bottled in Bond
A grown-and-sexy Sunday evening of R&B, soul, and hip-hop classics spun by DJ Phyfe and guest DJ Kay Cali. Craft cocktails, happy hour specials, limited capacity. 21+.
Bottled in Bond, 5285 Dallas Pkwy #420, Frisco, 5-10PM (Free w/ RSVP, 21+)
🥁 Afroverse Live: Afrobeat Sundays
A monthly live music experience blending Afrobeat with Latin, Indian, hip-hop, and R&B. Headlined by Baba Kuboye and Roger Velasquez & The Latin Legendz, plus DJs and surprise guests.
The Retro Street Bar & Kitchen, 307 Main St #105, Frisco, 5PM-2AM (Ticketed)
Monday, August 17
📷 Birds: John Garbutt Solo Photography Exhibition (Aug 17-28)
Texas Master Naturalist and photographer John Garbutt's debut solo show, featuring bird photography from Frisco to the Texas coast and beyond. Vote on your favorites for a "People's Choice" winner at the end of the run. Free, open daily during gallery hours.
Frisco Art Gallery, Frisco (Free)
🎨 Mindful Art at Kava
A guided creative session at Frisco's rooftop kava bar - unwind, make art, and connect with other locals. All supplies included, plus one free drink. 18+.
Kava Culture, 7511 Main St Ste 250, Frisco, 7:30-9PM (Ticketed, 18+)
🎤 NO LIMITS Karaoke & Open Mic Night
Every Monday at The Revel - sing your heart out, try an open mic set, or just enjoy the show with drink specials all night.
Revel Patio Grill, 9305 Preston Rd, Frisco, 7:30PM-1:30AM (Free)
Tuesday, August 18
🀄 Free Open Play Mahjong at Market Street
Weekly Tuesday evening mahjong - bring your own tiles or learn the ropes in a welcoming group setting at the grocery store's community space.
Market Street, 4268 Legacy Dr, Frisco, evening (Free, check listing for exact time)
🧠 Friends Trivia
Rollertown's free weekly Tuesday trivia night, grab your smartest friends and a table in the taproom or beer garden.
Rollertown Beerworks, 6450 Main St, 7-9PM (Free)
📺 Video Music Bingo
Weekly Tuesday night at The Green Gator - watch music videos, match songs on your bingo card, win prizes every round. Free to play, all ages.
The Green Gator, 5590 Main St, Frisco, 7-9PM (Free)
Frisco City Map Wall Poster - The Perfect Gift
Bring a piece of Frisco home with a beautifully detailed vintage city map. Hang it on your wall and impress your visitors with this museum-quality print. FREE SHIPPING.
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Tue: ☀️ Sunny, high 102°F
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That's it for now. See you Tuesday!
Cheers,
Sebastian
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