Dallas Arboretum
The amazingly beautiful Dallas Arboretum is one of the most popular attractions during this time where it seems best to be outdoors. You must reserve your tickets ahead of time in a 4-hour time slot. The Dallas Arboretum is featuring the sculptures of Seward Johnson. The works are titled "Celebrating the Familiar." Also, for a limited time, during the month of July, guests are invited to Twilight Thursdays. These extended-hours time slots will go until 8 pm on Thursdays and allow you to enjoy the gardens during the beautiful twilight hours. Tickets must be reserved in advance.
Where: 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas
When: All weekend; Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Cost: $10 to $15
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/
The Fight for Civil Rights in the South
Go inside the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum from inside your home. The special exhibition: "The Fight for Civil Rights in the South" has been beautifully, digitally, documented so that you can take your tour virtually. The exhibition features a pair of collections: Selma to Montgomery: Photographs by Spider Martin and Courage Under Fire: The 1961 Burning of the Freedom Riders Bus. The late Congressman John Lewis is featured in the first collection, which includes the fateful march over the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday. Don't think, just click here, and take the tour.
Where: Virtual
When: Anytime
Cost: Free
More info: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=YmS3U5qCjaC
Fort Worth Aviation Museum Car Show
The Fort Worth Aviation Museum is hosting its inaugural car show. Up to 200 cars will be on display, with prizes awarded in multiple categories. Currently, the museum is only open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Air Park tours. So you can look at the cars and the planes on display.
Where: Fort Worth Aviation Museum, 3300 Ross Ave, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, August 8, 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Cost: $30 to enter your car; General Admission: $7 for adults, $15 for families (up to six people)
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/401398960852571
Globe Life Field First Tours
You can't attend Rangers games (yet)...but you can still be one of the first to see the new Globe Life Field. The Rangers have small group tours of their new air-conditioned home available every day. You must grab your tickets online in advance, and reserve a specific time to take a look at the new park.
Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr., Arlington
When: Every Day (Times for tours vary by day, so check the website)
Cost: $15 - $25
More info: https://www.mlb.com/rangers/ballpark/tours
Last Ditch Drive-In Concert Series: Claire Morales
The pandemic has been extremely tough for the brewery business. Armadillo Brewing Company is getting creative with its concert series. They're calling it a last-ditch effort to stay in business while waiting to get the go-ahead that it's safe to reopen. So this concert with Claire Morales is being held drive-in style. There will be food (from Boca 31) and drinks for purchase. You'll also need to purchase a spot to park your vehicle. No alcoholic beverages are allowed inside of vehicles. But you can sit in your lawn chair and enjoy yourself.
Where: Armadillo Ale Works, 221 Bell Ave, Denton
When: Saturday, August 8. Lot opens at 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. showtime
Cost: $10 - $60
More info: https://www.prekindle.com/promo/id/530927495279503331
Maker Showcase
On the first Saturday of every month, the Fort Worth Library is hosting a Maker Showcase with creative and talented people in North Texas. You can watch live on YouTube and interact with other audience members, or view on-demand to listen and learn at your leisure.
Where: Virtual
When: Saturday, August 8, 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/fortworthlibrary
Mesquite Championship Rodeo: Fan Appreciation Night
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo is a 50-year tradition. The PRCA rodeo features bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, team roping and more. You can even grab a barbecue dinner on site. Please wear your facemask, and reserve your seat ahead of time because they'll only allow 25% capacity.
Where: 1818 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite
When: Saturday, August 8, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $22 and up
More info: https://www.visitmesquitetx.com/events/2020/mesquite-championship-rodeo
Movies in the Park: Crazy Rich Asians
Klyde Warren Park is hosting screenings of a variety of family-friendly films at the Ginsberg Family Great Lawn. Grab a space on the lawn, and take in the cinematic fun.
Where: Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas
When: Saturday, August 8, 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.klydewarrenpark.org/things-to-do/events/2020/crazyrichasians.html
Play Frisco Drive-Thru Balloon Glow
Take a peaceful half-mile drive through Warren Sports Complex. The trail will feature 15 beautiful balloons lighting up the night when they fire up their burners. Balloons start inflating around 7:45, and the glow will last for about an hour. The path starts on the north side of the park, the Eldorado Pkwy entrance, which is between the Dallas North Tollway and Preston Rd.
Where: Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco
When: Friday, August 7, 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/309046846957511/
Sunday Funday FW
This family-friendly laid back event is every Sunday in August...with yoga, beer concessions, food trucks, and floating the Trinity River. Tubes, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards are available to rent.
Where: Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St. Fort Worth
When: Sunday, August 9, Noon
Cost: Free with food, drink, and activities available for purchase
More info: https://sundayfundayfw.com/
TBAAL Shelter in Place Concert Series
The Black Academy of Arts and Letters presents a classic concert from their large archive of live performances every Sunday night at 5 p.m. on their facebook page.
Where: Virtual
When: Sunday, August 9, 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.tbaal.org/
