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Howdy, Frisco.

The Christmas leftovers are officially gone, your Amazon return pile is staring you down, and everyone’s pretending to “take it easy” this week while secretly Googling “best New Year’s Eve outfits that hide food babies.”

We’ve hit that magical post holiday limbo, half of us are still in pajamas, the other half already bought a 2026 planner we’ll use twice. But don’t worry, I’ve got your week covered: from new Frisco eats and concerts to some fun New Year’s Eve bashes.

Let’s dive into what’s happening around town as we count down the final days of 2025.

🎶 Frisco’s 2026 Concert Series to Celebrate America’s 250th

Next year’s about to sound amazing. The City of Frisco’s Cultural Affairs Division just announced the 2026 Music in the Chamber Concert Series, six months of performances celebrating 250 years of American music history.

• Runs January through June 2026

• Hosted at Frisco City Council Chambers

• Each concert highlights a 50-year era of American music

The series opens January 23 at 7:30 PM with the Austin Baroque Orchestra, performing classics from 1776–1826, think early America meets candlelight concert vibes.

Other highlights:

• SEUM Chamber (Feb 20) – 19th-century romanticism

• Stockton Helbing Jazz Initiative (Mar 20) – roaring 20s swing

• The Buffalo Ruckus (Apr 17) – soulful Americana

• Nadodi (Jun 21) – modern global sounds from 1976–2026

Full lineup at PlayFrisco.org/MusicInTheChamber..

🍗 Home of the Original Buffalo Wing Lands in Frisco

Frisco’s newest restaurant just gave Wingstop some competition. Anchor Bar, the birthplace of the original Buffalo wing, has officially opened near Frisco Square (6129 Main St), bringing its legendary 1964 recipe straight from Buffalo, NY.

• Same crispy, saucy wings that started the craze

• Expanded menu with burgers, pizza, pasta & salads.

• Full bar, TVs, patio seating, and private dining for game days or parties.

The vibe? Classic sports bar energy meets hometown nostalgia. Whether you’re there for football or a plate of 10 hot wings, you’ll leave covered in sauce and happiness.

🏀 Across the Ocean: Aussie Basketball Team Visits Frisco

Frisco’s Heritage High School played host to a special guest this month, the North East Bushrangers, a basketball team from Australia touring the U.S.

The Coyotes (ranked #2 in 5A) dominated on the scoreboard with a 96–33 win, but the night was more about connection than competition. The Bushrangers’ players, from small towns in northeast Australia, got a firsthand look at how American high school basketball works, both on and off the court.

Coach Adam Maher said, “It’s about growth, not just hoops, these players come home with new goals, new friends, and a new sense of what’s possible.”

🚧 Weekly Roadwork Roundup

This week’s traffic report, brought to you by… construction cones!
Here’s where to avoid those surprise lane closures:

New Pavement Work: 9541 North County Rd.
Ongoing Projects:

• 5612 Lafayette Dr.

• 9804 Prestmont Pl.

• Kings Ridge Rd. (Castle Dr. → Camelot Dr.)

All projects expected to wrap within two weeks, weather permitting, though we all know “weather permitting” is Texas-speak for “probably later.”

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🎇 New Year’s Early Eve at PGA District | No Cost

📅 Dec. 31 | 6:30–9 PM
📍 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
Perfect for families or early birds, enjoy live music from Extended Play (6:30–8:30 PM), grab dinner from local restaurants, then stick around for a fireworks finale at 8:45 PM.

BYO blanket (no chairs), and note: no pets allowed due to fireworks.
Details: Here

🕺 2026 NYE Bash: Live 80s Party & Appetite for GNR | Ticketed

📅 Dec. 31 | 7 PM
📍 The Revel Patio Grill, 9305 Preston Rd
Crimp that hair and dust off your neon, the Ultimate 80s Countdown is here. Dance to hits from Madonna, Prince, and Bon Jovi with Live 80, plus a full Guns N’ Roses tribute show.

Includes:

• Midnight champagne toast

• Appetizers for reserved tables

• Party favors & glow sticks galore

Details: Here

🎹 New Year’s Eve at Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar | Ticketed

📅 Dec. 31 | 7 PM–2 AM
📍 6765 Winning Dr #810, Frisco
If you like your New Year’s Eve loud and musical, this is your spot. Expect singalongs, hilarious banter, and a midnight champagne toast. Reserved seating gets you a bottle and party favors; general admission is standing room only, but the energy’s the same: electric.
Details: Here

🥂 Great Gatsby NYE Dinner at Elaine’s Cocktail Kitchen | Ticketed

📅 Dec. 31 | Two seatings: 5–6:30 PM & 9–10 PM
📍 8763 7th St, Frisco
Step into the Roaring Twenties at Elaine’s Cocktail Kitchen, where flapper style meets fine dining.

• Early seating: 3 course dinner

• Late seating: 4 course feast with live jazz, champagne, and Gatsby themed flair

Dress your best, think pearls, feathers, and prohibition-era cocktails.
Details: Here

🏀 Young Single Adult Sports Night | No Cost

📅 Jan. 1 | 9–11 PM
📍 Frisco Stake Center, 11000 Eldorado Pkwy
Start 2026 off strong (and social). Join other young adults ages 18–35 for basketball and volleyball. A great way to meet new people, and maybe work off those New Year’s Day brunch calories.
Details: Here