There's always plenty to do in Plano, but finding fun on the cheap can be another story.
If you're on the hunt for events and activities that don't require cash on hand, we've got three solid options that won't cost you a dime, from an 80s cover band show to a Cowboys watch party.
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Carpatho-Rusyn Christmas Dinner & Party
First, the Carpatho-Rusyn Society is hosting a Christmas Dinner & Party on Thursday at the Taste of Poland European Tavern. Guests can sample authentic Polish food like perogies, cabbage rolls, potato pancakes, kielbasa and Polish sausage.
The event organizer also invites attendees to bring an unwrapped Christmas ornament and participate in its ornament exchange. For more information on the Dallas chapter of the Carpatho-Rusyn society, click here.
When: Thursday, Dec. 27, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Taste of Poland European Tavern, 2301 Central Expressway., #155.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
LIVE 80 - The Ultimate 80s Experience
Next, it's time to relive the wild hair, outfits and especially the music as LIVE 80 is performing at the Box Garden at Legacy Hall. The local band will play nearly every genre and artist of the decade, including Michael Jackson, Guns N' Roses, Madonna, Van Halen, Tone Loc and Judas Priest throughout the night. (Click here for a full list of songs.) The band also looks the part of many of the artists.
When: Saturday, Dec. 29, 9-11 p.m.
Where: Box Garden at Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Cowboys vs. New York Watching Party
Lastly, fans can watch the Cowboys regular season finale against the New York Giants on Sunday on the big screen with other Dallas supporters at the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall. Unlawful Assembly Brewing Co. will be onsite to serve their craft beer while there are 23 food stalls for fans to order their favorite game-time fare.
When: Sunday, Dec. 30, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
