Eight events across Allen give residents a packed November, with a milestone craft fair, professional hockey and Disney On Ice all on the schedule.
The St. Jude Craft Fair marks its 40th year on Nov. 6-7 at St. Jude Catholic Parish, 1515 N. Greenville Ave. The two-day event features handmade and homemade goods from 70 vendors selling apparel, food, glass, pottery, home decor, needlework and jewelry, according to Community Impact Newspaper. Admission is free. Hours run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 6 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 7.
The Allen Americans host Allen Opening Night on Nov. 20 against the Kansas City Mavericks at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center, 200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350. The team is calling for a "Red Out," encouraging fans to wear red. The first 3,500 fans will receive a red rally towel, according to Community Impact's season schedule coverage.
The Americans, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Ottawa Senators, finished the 2025-26 regular season 43-23-6. Single-game tickets for most games start at $38.15. The Americans host the Mavericks again Nov. 21.
Disney On Ice presents "Magic in the Stars" arrives at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center for six performances over four days. Showtimes are Nov. 25 at 7 p.m., Nov. 27 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. and Nov. 29 at 5 p.m., according to the event center's listing.
The show features 56 Disney characters, including Anna and Elsa from "Frozen" and the Madrigal family from "Encanto." Doors open one hour before each showtime. The venue enforces a clear-bag policy.
Several other November events round out the lineup. The Allen Public Library is hosting a Mario Kart Tournament with snacks and prizes for the first 16 teams to register.
Residents can email [email protected] to sign up. The Brass Tap is holding a "Friends" trivia night with themed cocktails and prizes. The Cottage Farmers Market at Allen Heritage Village offers homemade items from local vendors.
Volunteers can pitch in at the Clean out the Creek Community Project behind Allen Heritage Village, which includes lunch, music and prizes.
Watters Creek is hosting Light the Night, a holiday season kickoff featuring caroling, children's activities, hot chocolate, carriage rides, a tree lighting and fireworks. Nearby shops and restaurants stay open until 8 p.m.
