Monthly Events Calendar
Join Best Buddies in Texas for fun monthly activities! These activities are free and open to all Best Buddies program participants unless the event specifically says it is for a particular group.
Virtual events will be held over Zoom. To join an activity, RSVP below, and the link and password will be sent before the event.
Should you have any questions or require assistance contact CourtneyHuntley@bestbuddies.org
Dining with Buddies (North Texas)
When: Wednesday, February 5th at 6:30 PM
Location: 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
Who: North Texas Citizens (18+)
Description:
Description: Get ready for an evening of delicious food and fantastic company at our upcoming “Dining with Buddies” hosted at NorthPark!
Feel free to bring a friend or two—we encourage everyone to share the joy of this Dining with Buddies experience!
Register HereNight to Shine (North Texas)
When: Friday, Feb 7th from 6 PM – 9 PM
Location: Preston Trail Community Church
Who: Anyone 14+ living with a disability
Description:
Description: This unforgettable prom night experience, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, celebrates individuals with disabilities in a night full of joy, dancing, and fun!
Best Buddies North Texas has partnered with a local church in Frisco, and we invite you to join us! This dance is open to anyone living with a disability 14 years or older! (Registration closes Monday 2/3)
Register HereValentine’s Day Social (Statewide)
When: Friday, February 14th at 5:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Who: Texas Best Buddies Citizens (18+)
Description:
Description: Join us for a fun-filled virtual Valentine’s celebration with your fellow buddies across Texas! This is a great opportunity to socialize, make new friends, and enjoy:
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- Games & Trivia: Test your knowledge and have a blast!
- Themed Attire (Optional):Wear red or pink to show your Valentine’s spirit!
Ambassador Training: Advocacy in Action (Statewide)
When: Tuesday, February 18th at 6 PM
Who: Texas Ambassadors
Location: Zoom
Description:
Join us for an exciting Ambassador Training designed to enhance your advocacy and leadership skills! This interactive session will feature guest presenters, including members of the Texas Student Advisory Board (SAB), who will share insights on:
1. Effective strategies for advocacy
2. Building your network
3. Crafting a powerful elevator pitch
Dining with Buddies (North Texas)
When: Thursday, February 20th at 6:30 PM
Who: North Texas Citizens (18+)
Location: Deli News Frisco
Description:
Get ready for an evening of delicious food and fantastic company at our upcoming “Dining with Buddies” hosted at Deli News in Frisco!
Feel free to bring a friend or two—we encourage everyone to share the joy of this Dining with Buddies experience!
Register HereDining with Buddies (North Texas)
When: Thursday, February 20th at 6 PM
Who: North Texas Citizens (18+)
Location: Raising Canes Chicken – 2901 State Hwy 121, Euless, TX 76039
Description:
Get ready for an evening of delicious food and fantastic company at our upcoming “Dining with Buddies” hosted at Raising Canes Chicken in Euless!
Feel free to bring a friend or two—we encourage everyone to share the joy of this Dining with Buddies experience!
Register HerePalentine’s Social (Houston)
When: Saturday, February 22nd 1 – 2:30 PM
Who: Houston Citizens (18+)
Location: Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074
Description:
Hey Buddies! Come kick off our first 2025 Citizens social with some cookie decorating, trivia, and valentines!!
Parking is free!
Food: Light snacks and drinks will be provided
Please register for every person that will be in attendance.
Register HereFriendship Ball (Central Texas)
When: Saturday, February 22nd at 5:30 PM
Who: Best Buddies Members
Location: 1500 N Mays Street, Round Rock, TX
Description:
Dive into a night of fun, friendship, and unforgettable memories at the Best Buddies “Under the Sea” Friendship Ball! Get ready to enjoy lively music, snacks, and an ocean of photo opportunities with underwater props and decorations. Join us for a night filled with joy, laughter, and unity as we celebrate friendship and inclusivity in a magical under-the-sea setting!
Register HereSpotlight Musical: “I’m on My Way” (North Texas)
When: Saturday, February 22nd at 5 PM
Who: Open to the community!
Location: Highland Park United Methodist Church
Description:
Join NTX Citizens for a special outing to watch the Spotlight Musical and cheer on 2 of our talented members!
This musical shares stories of what it’s like to live with a disability through a series of DART rides. Featuring real-world scenarios, upbeat original music, and heartfelt moments, the performance highlights courage and resilience during life’s tough times.
Register HereValentine’s Day Bingo Party (Rockwall)
When: February 27th at 5:30 PM
Who: North Texas Citizens (18+)
Location: Rockwall County Library
Description:
Join us for a Valentine’s Day Bingo Party, complete with an optional Valentine’s exchange! Bring a decorated shoebox and some candy or cards to share with others as we celebrate together with fun games and sweet surprises. Don’t miss out on this festive and heartwarming event! ❤️
Register HereGalentine’s Parent and Sibling Happy Hour
When: February 27th from 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Who: Parents and Siblings in the community
Location: Pizzeria Testa – 8660 Church St, Frisco, TX 75034
Description:
Come meet and hang out with other parents and siblings of people with an intellectual and developmental disability in North Texas. Help us build this crucial community of allies! Food provided by Pizzeria Testa. Each person is responsible for purchasing drinks.
Register Here