Bring on the memories, weekend. Even the misty, watercolored ones.

DO
Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade
What: Show some pride (not prejudice) during this annual promenade through Oak Lawn.
Why: March to the beat of a different drummer.
When: Sun. Begins at 2 p.m.
Where: Route starts on Cedar Springs Rd. and continues to Lee Park on Turtle Creek Blvd.

Fiestas Patrias Festival
What: Two-day event commemorating Mexican Independence Day with food, local artists, and folklorico dancing.
Why: Viva la raza!
When: Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., noon-8 p.m.
Where: Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak, Downtown (214-670-3320).

GO
Addison Oktoberfest
What: Celebration of all things German, including food (sausages and sauerkraut), pets (Dachshunds), and music (yodelers).
Why: Das is good.
When: Thurs., 5-11 p.m.; Fri., 5 p.m.-midnight; Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Dr., Addison.

HEAR
The Raconteurs 
What: Rock’s latest super group performs for one night only.
Why: Jack doesn’t easily change his stripes.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: Nokia Theatre, 1001 NextStage Dr., Grand Prairie (972-854-5111). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com or at 972-674-5700.

SEE
Sordid Lives
What: Leslie Jordan stars in this comedy based on the same-name film about one man’s coming out in a small town to his religious family.
Why: That’s the spirit.
When: Sun., 3 & 8 p.m.
Where: The Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St., Downtown (214-880-0137).

Photo credit: Linda McKinney