Outdoor
Back to School Splash
Bring a new school supply and receive half-off admission prices at City of Arlington pools. For what school supplies needed, visit www.missionarlington.com
FrightFest Presented by Snickers
Six Flags over Texas 2201 Rd to Six Flags, Arlington, TX, United StatesIn a nutshell: It’s a spooky time of year as zombies and ghouls take over the park for a thrilling – and chilling – month. Enjoy thrills and activities for the whole family throughout the day and come back for a truly frightening evening of fun after the sun goes down. For more: sixflags.com/overtexas
Senior Softball Tournament
Harold Patterson Fields (1000 W. Bardin Road)In a nutshell: The Metroplex Senior Citizens Softball Association will host a tournament featuring players 65 and older. The association has five teams in Arlington and plays its regular season from April through September. For more: (817) 460-1668
Adam Hood
Levitt PavilionSouthern rock with a country heart With a John Denver grin and a mind full of Alabama attitude, Adam Hood knows the beautiful mess of blue-collar love, and everyone on Music Row wants in. Tracks from his critically acclaimed 2011 album, The Shape of Things, have been cut by Little Big Town, David Nail, Josh […]
Fall Fest
Viridian Lake ClubWhere: Viridian Lake Club (1200 Viridian Park Lane) When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. In a nutshell: The family-fun event includes a pumpkin patch benefiting the Dad’s Club at Viridian Elementary, a petting zoo, armadillo races, live music and an artisan market of locally sourced items. The Viridian Fall Fest is free and open to the public. […]
9th Annual EcoFest Arlington
Founders PlazaWhere: Founders Plaza (100 W. Abram St.) When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In a nutshell: At this annual ecology-focused event, kids can enjoy the bounce house, go on a scouting adventure or get their faces painted. Adults can enjoy a tree giveaway, exhibits and vendor booths. For more: naturallyfun.org/ecofest
The Stray Cat Lee Rocker
Levitt PavilionGrammy-nominated musician and Bass Player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker and the Stray Cats sold more than 10 million records, garnered an astounding 23 gold and platinum records worldwide, and were music video pioneers of MTV. The Stray Cat’s worldwide mega hits, “Stray Cat Strut,” “Sexy and Seventeen” and “Rock this Town” have become part […]
Alejandro Escovedo
Levitt PavilionA masterful punk/alt-country/rock maverick Renowned singer/songwriter and true believer, Alejandro Escovedo’s trailblazing career began with The Nuns, San Francisco’s famed punk innovators. He relocated to Texas, joining the Austin-based alt/country rock pioneers, Rank & File, then Texas-bred darlings, True Believers. Through all-star collaborations and tribute album appearances and finally a series of solo albums beginning […]
CASA Superhero Run/Walk
Levitt PavilionWhere: Levitt Pavilion (100 W. Abram St.) When: 8 a.m. In a nutshell: This family-friendly 5K run and 1-mile Fun Run, hosted by CASA of Tarrant County, will attract hundreds of people dressed in masks, capes and original costumes, all joining together to support abused and neglected children in foster care. For more: casatarrantsuperherorun.com
Holiday In The Park
Six Flags over Texas 2201 Rd to Six Flags, Arlington, TX, United StatesWhere: Six Flags Over Texas When: 2-10 p.m. In a nutshell: It’s the most magical time of the year at Six Flags Over Texas, where the park transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with enchanting experiences that will help create those special family fun outings again and again. This breathtaking and colorful tribute to fall […]
Remarkable Baseball Art Exhibit by Arlington’s Own Steve Moya