Arlington Today Magazine

UTA baseball
2019-05-10 - 2019-05-12
When: May 10-12
Where: Clay Gould Ballpark (1400 Maverick)
Time: Check website for game times
In a nutshell: The Mavericks will have one final home series this month, playing Coastal Carolina.
For more: utamavs.com

Kaaboo Texas
2019-05-10 - 2019-05-12 | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX, 76011, United States
Kaaboo Texas promises to be the largest music festival in North Texas when it brings 120 artists to six stages inside and outside AT&T Stadium on May 10-12.
Singer/songwriters such as The Killers, Lionel Richie, Kid Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Sting and Little Big Town will help local music fans launch spring 2019 in a special way.
In addition to those headliners, the music schedule also will include concerts by Lauren Hill, Alanis Morissette, Blue October, Bush, Ludacris, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, the Old 97’s, Los Lobos, Larkin Poe and Acid Dad.
If you’re doing the math, you know that lineup is just 15/120th of the stellar singers and bands who will perform. The music will cross all genres, meaning there will be something for practically everyone who attends the event.
In addition to the music, comedy acts, including Dennis Miller, Garfunkel and Oates, Jim Breuer, Chad Daniels, Brad Garrett, Nate Bargatze, Rory Scovel, Heather McDonald, Kate Willett, Billy Wayne Davis and Demetri Martin, will perform over the three days of Kaaboo Texas.
The event will also feature art exhibits and chef-prepared cuisine, as well as a Splash + Party, presented by Coors Light.
For tickets and for more information, visit kaabootexas.com.

Magic & Comedy for All Ages
2019-05-11 14:30 - 17:00, 2019-05-25 14:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Magic & Comedy for All Ages
When: May 11, 25
Where: Improv Comedy Theatre & Restaurant (309 Curtis Mathes Way, #147)
Show time: 2 p.m.
Notes: Enjoy laughs and more at this show.
For more: improvarlington.com

TFTI Interactive Photo Experience
2019-05-25 08:00 - 2019-06-02 17:00
TFTI offers an array of interactive settings for photos, including “Upside Down.” (Photo: TFTI)

Blacksmithing demonstrations at Knapp Heritage Park
2019-05-26 13:00 - 16:00
When: May 26
Where: Knapp Heritage Park (201 E. Front St.)
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
In a nutshell: Blacksmiths show off their artistry each month during these informative and entertaining exhibitions.
For more: 817-460-4001

American Jazz Composers Orchestra
2019-05-27 19:30
American Jazz Composers Orchestra
When: May 27
Where: The Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club (200 N. Mesquite St.)
Show times: 7:30 p.m.
Notes: Come see, hear and experience big band jazz at its finest every fourth Monday.
For more: greasemonkeyburgers.com

Downtown Arlington Open Coffee Club
2019-05-30 08:00 - 09:00
When: May 30
Where: Urban Alchemy Coffee + Wine Bar (403 E. Main St.).
Time: 8 – 9 a.m.
In a nutshell: Join friends as they talk tech, startups, and the digital lifestyle over coffee and pastries with an added special guest speaker. This is a meetup unlike all of the others in the area – it’s moderator led.
For more: urbanalchemy.bar

Planetarium shows
2019-06-01 - 2019-06-30
When: June 1-30
Where: The Planetarium at UT Arlington (700 Planetarium Place)
Time: Check website for show times
In a nutshell: With a 60-foot-diameter dome and its state-of-the art Digistar 5 DLP Projection system, The Planetarium at UT Arlington is one of the largest and most sophisticated in the state of Texas. The Digistar 5 system can project stars, planets, galaxies and virtually anything else onto the dome.
For more: uta.edu/planetarium

Concerts at Texas Live!
2019-06-06 - 2019-06-30
When: June 6-30
Where: Texas Live!
Show times: See below
Notes: This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Girls Night Out (at 7 p.m. on June 6, 13, 20 and 27 at Troy’s), Chris Cornell Experience (at 9:30 p.m. on June 15 at Live! Arena), Take Me Out To The Movies – “Major League” (at 9:30 p.m. at Arlington Backyard), Texas Flood (at 12:15 p.m. on June 22 at Live! Arena), Throwback Parties – Back in Black (at 7 p.m. on June 22 at Arlington Backyard), The Dick Beldings (at 9:30 p.m. on June 22 at Live! Arena), Take Me Out To The Movies – “Angels in the Outfield” (at 6:30 p.m.) and “Summer Catch” (at 9:30 p.m. on June 26 at Arlington Backyard), Steve Helms (at 8 p.m. on June 29 at Troy’s) and Tom Basler Dueling Pianos (at 9:30 p.m. on June 29 at Live! Arena).
For more: texas-live.com

Concerts at Levitt Pavilion Arlington
2019-06-06 - 2019-06-30
When: June 6-30
Where: Levitt Pavilion Arlington (100 W. Abram St.)
Show times: See below
Notes: This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Family Movie Night – “Coco” (at 8 p.m. on June 6), Not Ur Girlfrenz (at 7:30 p.m. on June 7), The Polyphonic Spree (at 8:30 p.m. on June 7), Kenna Danielle (at 7 p.m. on June 8), Michael Martin Murphey (at 8:30 p.m. on June 8), The Stevie James Trio (at 7 p.m. on June 9), BB King Blues Band (at 8:30 p.m. on June 9), Family Movie Night – Sing-along “Mama Mia! Here We Go Again” (8 p.m. on June 13), The Bright Light Social Hour (8 p.m. on June 14), Bri Bagwell (at 8 p.m. on June 15), Jenny & the Mexicats (at 8 p.m. on June 16), Family Movie Night – “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (at 8 p.m. on June 20), The Black Lilies (at 8 p.m. on June 21), Ruben Ramos & the Mexican Revolution (at 8 p.m. on June 23), Family Movie Night – “Dumplin’” (at 8 p.m. on June 27), The Vandoliers (at 8 p.m. on June 28), Flor de Toloache (at 8 p.m. on June 29) and Wood & Wire (at 8 p.m. on June 30).
For more: levittarlington.org

Concerts at Arlington Music Hall
2019-06-07 - 2019-06-29
When: June 7-29
Where: Arlington Music Hall (224 N. Center St.)
Show times: See below
Notes: This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Vicki Lawrence & Mama (at 7:30 p.m. on June 7), Gary Morris (at 7:30 p.m. on June 13), Tony Jackson (at 7:30 p.m. on June 20), CCR vs. Tom Petty (at 8 p.m. on June 21) and Briefcase Blues (at 7:30 p.m. on June 29).
For more: arlingtonmusichall.net

Texas Rangers baseball
2019-06-07 - 2019-06-23
When: June 7-9, 17-23
Where: Globe Life Park
Time: Check website for game times
In a nutshell: Your Texas Rangers will continue their quest for the 2019 American League championship by hosting the following series this month: the Oakland A’s (June 7-9), the Cleveland Indians (June 17-20) and the Chicago White Sox (June 21-23).
For more: texasrangers.com

Concerts at The LOT Downtown
2019-06-08 - 2019-06-29
When: June 8-29
Where: The LOT Downtown (110 S Main St., Mansfield)
Show time: See below
Notes: This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Matthew Bell & The Next of Kin (at 7 p.m. on June 8), the movie “Ready Player One” at 9 p.m. on June 14), Squeezebox Bandits (at 7 p.m. on June 15), Danni & Kris (at 7 p.m. on June 22) and The Stoneleighs – Rolling Stones Tribute (7 p.m. on June 29).
For more: thelotdowntown.com

TEDxMatlockRoad event
2019-06-13 19:00
When: June 13
Where: Studio Movie Grill – Lincoln Square
Time: 7 p.m.
In a nutshell: TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
For more: tedxmatlockroad.info

The Most Known Unknown Reception
2019-06-15 17:00 - 22:00
When: June 15
Where: Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main St.)
Time: 5-10 p.m.
In a nutshell: The Arlington Museum of Art is holding a reception for the Most Known Unknown Exhibit, showcasing work by artist Trey Wilder. Attendees can enjoy live music and food in the rooftop gallery overlooking the Downtown.
For more: 817-275-4600

Harlem Globetrotters
2019-06-22 15:00 - 17:00
When: June 22
Where: College Park Center (600 S. Center St.)Time: 3 p.m.
In a nutshell: The Harlem Globetrotters® are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 93 years. Throughout their history, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have showcased their iconic talents in 123 countries and territories on six continents, often breaking down cultural and societal barriers while providing fans with their first-ever basketball experience.
For more: http://bit.ly/Globe622

Planetarium shows
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
Where: The Planetarium at UT Arlington (700 Planetarium Place)
Time: Check website for show times
In a nutshell: With a 60-foot-diameter dome and its state-of-the art Digistar 5 DLP Projection system, The Planetarium at UT Arlington is one of the largest and most sophisticated in the state of Texas. The Digistar 5 system can project stars, planets, galaxies and virtually anything else onto the dome.
For more: uta.edu/planetarium

Texas Rangers baseball
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
When: July 1-4, 11-14, 16-17, 30-31
Where: Globe Life Park
Time: Check website for game times
In a nutshell: Your Texas Rangers will continue their quest to make the 2019 American League playoffs by hosting the following series this month: the Los Angeles Angels (July 1-4), the Houston Astros (July 11-14), the Arizona Diamondbacks (July 16-17) and the Seattle Mariners (July 30-31).
For more: texasrangers.com

Against All Odds
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-09-15 17:00
Where: Arlington Museum of Art
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesday-Saturday; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday
In a nutshell: Combining colorful, bold lines of cartoons with the raw energy of Art Brut artists like Jean DuBuffet, Haring developed a distinct pop-graffiti aesthetic centered on fluid, bold outlines against a dense, rhythmic overspread of iconic pop art imagery. Haring explored social themes, which were emblematic of his time, such as exploitation, consumerism, social discrimination, drug abuse and the HIV/AIDS crisis.
For more: arlingtonmusem.org

Donray Traveling Exhibits
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-12-31 17:00
Where: Arlington Museum of Art
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesday-Saturday; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday
In a nutshell: This exhibit demonstrates the majesty of the Western American landscape. Donray’s technique captures the beauty of the natural world while commenting on the silent danger that exists out in the open, secluded space. The cacti and other flora pierce the landscape in dramatic style. This exhibit includes 30 paintings and pastels.
For more: arlingtonmusem.org

Light Up Arlington
2019-07-03
Arlington’s annual Fourth of July festival featuring live entertainment, fun for the kids, food and general vendors, and a ginormous fireworks display right in the middle of Downtown Arlington.

Arlington 4th of July Parade
2019-07-04 09:00 - 11:00
The 4th of July Parade is the oldest, longest running event in Arlington.
Started in 1965 by citizen Dottie Lynn and Church Women United, it was composed of primarily youth on red, white and blue-decorated bicycles, pedaling around Randol Mill Park.
It eventually became too large for the park path and has evolved into a two-mile, high-spirited, curb-to-curb ribbon of red, white and blue with 150 entries that rolls through downtown and UTA’s College Park District to the beat of patriotic music played by all six Arlington high schools and a variety of other musical entries.
Professionally-built floats as well as small entries designed and created by businesses, organizations, churches and youth groups also now part of the event that attracts some 75,000 spectators each year, many of whom pitch tents on the route the night before to assure they have a good place to view the two-hour patriotic pageant.
Many homeowners along the route have a tradition of hosting parade parties on their porches and lawns. And one senior citizen, who says she has seen every parade but one, rents her former home on Center St. but requires that its renters allow her to sit on its front porch once a year – just for the parade.
The parade is organized and staged by the all-volunteer non-profit organization, the Arlington 4th of July Association, that depends solely on sponsorships for funding.
Organizers say they have seen the technology for watching the parade make quantum leaps in the past 50 years. It is not only broadcast live on the Arlington Independent School District’s AISD-TV station but also streamed live on its website. It is also streamed live on radio stations by station announcers who broadcast their shows from the parade.
Spectators and entrants text about their parade experience and the entries before, during and after the parade and tweet information and photos via Twitter and post photos on Instagram.
The parade has a website and Facebook page and is active on Twitter and Instagram.
Many spectators claim to have seen all 50 parades. Udell Bell, owner of The Bedroom Shoppe, has entered 34. The Knights of Columbus hold the record for having been in all 50.

Concerts at Texas Live!
2019-07-05 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Rebel Yell (at 9:30 p.m. on July 5 at Live! Arena), Cheap Trickster & Fleetwood X (at 9:30 p.m. on July 12 at Live! Arena), Squeezebox Bandits (at 5 p.m. and at 8 p.m. on July 13 at Troy’s), Testify (at 9:30 p.m. on July 13 at Live! Arena), Keith Mitchell Band (at 9:30 p.m. on July 19 at Live! Arena), Miller Lite Hot Country Nights: Aaron Watson (at 8 p.m. on July 20 at Arlington Backyard), Steve Helms (at 8 p.m. at Troy’s) and The Dick Beldings (at 9:30 p.m. on July 20 at Live! Arena).
For more: texas-live.com

Concerts at Levitt Pavilion Arlington
2019-07-05 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Blue Water Highway (at 8:30 p.m. on July 5), Zane Williams (at 8:30 p.m. on July 6), KatsüK (at 8:30 p.m. on July 8), Tameca Jones (at 8:30 p.m. on July 12), Dalton Domino (at 8:30 p.m. on July 13), Walt Wilkins & the Mystiqueros (at 8:30 p.m. on July 14), Del Castillo (at 8:30 p.m. on July 19), Adam Hood (8:30 p.m. on July 20) and Nakia & the Blues Grifters (8:30 p.m. on July 21).
For more: levittarlington.org

At viridian this month: Great Outdoors Camps (and sailing, to boot)
2019-07-08 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
Viridian will host three segments of its Great Outdoor Camp for children (ages 5-12) this month at Elzie Odom Recreation Center.
GO Back in Time will be held July 8-12 (with a field trip to Cinemark Tinseltown to see “Toy Story 4”). GO Explore will be held July 15-19 (with a field trip called “Crayola Experience”). GO Discover will be held July 22-26 (with a field trip to Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park).
Youngsters who attend The Great Outdoor Camps experience programs packed with outdoor education, as well as activities such as swimming, archery, learning to kayak and sail (weather permitting) and exciting field trips.
Speaking of sailing, a pair of Youth Sailing Camps at Viridian Sailing Center are also on tap this month. The sailing center provides a supportive environment for youth to learn and participate in sailing. The camp includes land-based and on-the-water education in Optimist training sailboats.
There will be camps from 8 a.m-noon for children ages 8-12 and from 3-6 p.m. for youths age 13-17 on July 15-19 and on July 22-26. The camps are open to participants of all skill levels; instructors will teach the young sailors boat and safety skills as part of the camps.
For more information on all summer camps at viridian, visit viridiandfw.com.

Concerts at The Theatre at Grand Prairie
2019-07-10 08:00 - 17:00
This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Groove Fest II – Teddy Riley & Friends (at 8 p.m. on July 13) and
2019 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR “WE ARE HERE” (at 9 p.m. on July 25).
For more: theatregp.com

Get ready to laugh: D.L. Hughley in concert
2019-07-11 08:00 - 2019-07-14 17:00
Stand-up comedian/actor D.L. Hughley will perform on July 11-14 at The Improv Comedy Theater & Restaurant (309 Curtis Mathes Way, #147). Show time is 8 p.m. on Thursday, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. on Friday, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Saturday and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Hughley starred on the drama series “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip” and is one of the more popular comics going.
For more: improvarlington.com.

Concerts at Arlington Music Hall
2019-07-12 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00
This month’s schedule includes the following performers/events: Santana and The Allman Brothers Tribute (at 9 p.m. on July 12), Leather and Lace Presents: Once upon a Temptress Fairytale (at 8 p.m. on July 13), John Conlee (at 7:30 p.m. on July 18), CC Top ZZ Top Tribute (at 7:30 p.m. on July 19), Bee Gees Gold Tribute (at 8 p.m. on July 20), Sandy Vee Anderson is Dolly (at 7:30 p.m. on July 25), Johnny Lee (at 8 p.m. on July 26) and Champions of Magic Summer Spectacular (at 7 p.m. on July 27).
For more: arlingtonmusichall.net

Timeless Concerts: Casual Night at the Museum!Come as you are – shorts or sundresses, jeans or moo moos – this concert will be totally casual! There will be no specific theme of music; nearly anything goes! For more: timelessconcerts.com
2019-07-20 20:00 - 22:00
Come as you are – shorts or sundresses, jeans or moo moos – this concert will be totally casual! There will be no specific theme of music; nearly anything goes!
For more: timelessconcerts.com
