If you're looking for ideas on things to do this weekend around DFW, we've got you covered. KRLD's John Liddle takes you 'Around Town' with plenty of fun things to do this weekend from back-to-school events to Funny Girl, NorthPark AutoShow & more!
10CC: The Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour
10CC brings the Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour to Dallas.
Where: Majestic Theater, Dallas
When: Friday, August 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $19 and up
More info: https://www.10cc.world/
Alice By Heart
From the Tony® and Grammy® award-winning creators of Spring Awakening, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik, and co-written by Jessie Nelson (Waitress), Alice by Heart is an imaginative, moving musical inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
Where: Fairview Town Center, 329 Town Pl, Fairview
When: August 8-11; August 15-18
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://www.cstheatreworks.com/alice
Back to School Bash (Arlington)
Join the library for a back to school bash for students of all ages in partnership with Just a Queen with Goals Empowering Women Nonprofit. Activities include book bags and school supplies giveaways, free haircuts, community organizations, and more.
Where: George W. Hawkes Downtown Library, 100 S Center St #327, Arlington
When: Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://arlingtontx.libcal.com/event/12608252
Back to School Bash (Fort Worth)
Victory Forest Community Center hosts a back to school bash on Saturday from 10a-2p.
Where: Victory Forest Community Center, 3427 Hemphill, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Billy Bob's: Josh Ward (Friday) / Charles Wesley Godwin (Saturday)
Where: Billy Bob's Fort Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $18 - $50
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
CrossFit Games
The CrossFit Games – will be hosted at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth. It's the first time they'll be in the Lone Star State. The CrossFit Games are the ultimate proving grounds for the Fittest Man and Fittest Woman on Earth™ and are world-renowned as the definitive test of fitness. On Thursday they start with 40 individual athletes and 30 teams…and by Sunday…they'll be down to 20 athletes and 10 teams for the finals.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: August 8-11
Cost: All-Session starting at $269
More info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2024-08-8-11-crossfit-games-2024/
-and- https://games.crossfit.com/
Destination: Dinosaurs at The Dallas Zoo
Step into a prehistoric park and wander among the shadows of over 100 life-sized colossal giants. Hear their mighty roars echo through time, experience the chills of their hisses, and prepare to meet their living descendants who share our world today. Uncover the secrets of these ancient creatures in one of the largest immersive dinosaur exhibits in the country, featuring more than 100 dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes, opportunities to meet living descendants of dinosaurs throughout the zoo, selfie-saurus stations and photo ops, almost 40 animatronic dinosaurs, a dinosaur cave, a kid zone with fossil dig boxes, and dino-themed crafts and activities.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
When: Daily through September 30
Cost: Zoo admission + $6 PUBLIC | $4 MEMBERS
More info: https://www.dallaszoo.com/destinationdinosaurs/
FWBG: Seward Johnson Sculptures in the Garden
Twenty-one life-size sculptures by the late artist Seward Johnson will be on display throughout the Garden, Mar. 1 – Sept. 1, 2024. This head-turning exhibit of "living" art will take Garden guests by surprise as they encounter sculptures that fool the eye and beg for double takes. Strategically placed to blend with their surroundings, Mr. Johnson's unique creations strive to make everyday occurrences special and bring classic art to life.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: March 1 - September 1
Cost: Included with general admission: $6 - $12
More info: https://fwbg.org/events/seward-johnson-sculptures/
Festival of Independent Theatres
For the month of August Festival of Independent Theatres is taking over Theatre Three to bring the city of Dallas its biggest and most exciting festival yet. This year's lineup features a number of exciting projects, including an immersive, Spanish language play cycle about love, a heart pounding rock musical starring local leading man Gregory Lush, and Tilda Grace's movement based re-telling of a classic piece of literature.
Where: Theatre Three, 2688 Laclede St, Dallas
When: August 8-11; August 15-18; August 22-24
Cost: $20/show
More Info: https://www.festivalofindependenttheatres.com/
Funny Girl
Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang! Nobody, no nobody…is gonna rain on her parade!
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
When: August 6-18
Cost: $30 and up
More Info: https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/funny-girl/
George W. Bush Presidential Center: Freedom Matters
Freedom Matters uses rare artifacts and historical documents, interactive activities, and personal perspectives to examine the concept of freedom: where it comes from, what it means, what free societies look like, and the role of the individual in protecting and spreading freedom around the world.
Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas
When: Daily through December 31, 2024
Cost: $20 - $26
More Info: https://www.bushcenter.org/events-and-exhibits/freedom-matters
Greater Tuna
Greater Tuna is a comedy about a small town named Tuna, Texas' third smallest town. The wacky inhabitants of this town -- men, women, children and animals -- are all played by two skillful, transformative actors who must change parts at a rather breakneck speed and use inventive voicework. Two actors, 20 characters, and a barrel of laughs.
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
When: August 9-11
Cost: $19 and up
More Info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/theatre-coppell-greater-tuna
Grupo Frontera: Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada
Grupo Frontera, a six-member música Mexicana group hailing from the South Texas valley, has taken the music world by storm with their infectious energy and authentic sound. See them on Friday night at the AAC.
This area is also a great setting for nature photography and portraiture.
Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas
When: Friday, August 9 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $39 and up
More Info: https://www.americanairlinescenter.com/events/detail/grupo-frontera
Heard Natural Science Museum Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden
The butterfly house includes native species, which vary by season and what is available from suppliers. Our butterfly garden is filled with host plants that naturally attract these lovely creatures.You may even find a few ideas to try in your own garden!
This area is also a great setting for nature photography and portraiture.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney
When: Now - September 28
Cost: Free with general admission
More Info: https://www.heardmuseum.org/native-texas-butterfly-house-garden/
I Prevail and Halestorm in concert
Where: Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, Irving
When: Sunday, August 11 at 6 p.m.
Cost: $42 and up
Imposter! Hypocrite! TARTUFFE!
Wit, cunning, and hypocrisy are on full display in this punk-rock remake of Moliere's classic farce. Circle Theatre's Artistic Director Ashley H. White+ pens a new approach to the iconic play. Get ready for a swift, unapologetic whirlwind that reintroduces the timeless tale of a man who deploys his charm and feigned piety in an attempt to disrupt a household. However, his clever scheme is no match for the astute women of the family who decide to beat him at his own game. Tartuffe may believe himself to be a master of deception, but he's seriously underestimated his targets (or perhaps, overestimated his own abilities). With a compact cast, contemporary language, and nonstop bits, Imposter! Hypocrite! TARTUFFE! delves deep into the realms of human desires and power dynamics, offering a fresh, biting take on the classic french comedy.
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W 4th St, Fort Worth
When: August 8-10; August 15-17; August 22-24
Cost: $27 and up
More Info: https://www.circletheatre.com/
Jordan Davis
Jordan Davis: Damn Good Time World Tour
Where: Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, Irving
When: Friday, August 9 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $43 and up
More Info: https://www.jordandavisofficial.com/
King Lear
An aging king abdicates the throne, but clings to his authority. Betrayal, sedition, and revenge plague the kingdom, and the storm surges on, inside and out. Starring Dennis Raveneau with music by Ian Ferguson, Shakespeare's King Lear presents the battle of a lifetime: the rage against mortality.
Where: Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St, Dallas
When: August 8-10; August 14-17
Cost: $25 and up
More Info: https://www.fairassembly.com/king-lear-summer-2024
Long Day's Journey into Night
Bucket List Productions and Lewisville Playhouse are delighted to present the classic Pulitzer Prize winning play, Long Day's Journey Into Night by Eugene O'Neill, in its full & uncut glory. Considered by many to be the greatest American play ever written and published 25 years after O'Neill's death, this intense, autobiographical tale "written in tears and blood" according to the author himself, follows a remarkable day in the oceanside household of the dysfunctional Tyrone family as they navigate day into night through pain and hope as the fortitude of their family bonds are tested by the encroaching fog of the past.
Where: Lewisville Playhouse, 160 W Main St, Lewisville
When: August 9-11
Cost: $20 and up
More Info: https://www.lewisvilleplayhouse.org/bucket-list
Lowrider Dallas Super Show
Lowrider Magazine proudly presents the 2024 Dallas Super Show & Concert at the Dallas Market Hall- A fusion of culture, music, and automotive beauty.
Where: Dallas Market Hall, Dallas
When: Saturday, August 10 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: Sold out
MLK Back to School Festival
The MLK Back to School Festival is an annual event for students of all ages and their families to receive free backpacks, school supplies, and other essential items for the new school year.
The festival will take place on Saturday, August 10, 2024, starting at 9 a.m. at the MLK, Jr. Community Center. This is a drive-through event and children must be present to receive items.
Items will be distributed on a first-come, first- served basis. You do not have to register to attend.
Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas
When: Saturday, August 10 at 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://dallasmlkcenter.com/back-to-school/
Meow Wolf: The Real Unreal
Is it real? Is it a dream? Is it Meow Wolf's fourth permanent exhibition? Yes. Get to know the unknown in this mind-bending, interactive art experience located at Grapevine Mills. Explore the transformative power of creative energy at Meow Wolf's The Real Unreal. When an ordinary family encounters the extraordinary, an inspiring tale of chosen family, community, and the power of imagination unfolds within a mesmerizing, interactive artscape. Featuring a massive collaboration between Texas and Santa Fe based artists, Meow Wolf Grapevine expands into a new era of art and storytelling.
Where: Meow Wolf Grapevine, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy Suite 253, Grapevine
When: Daily
Cost: $20 and up
More Info: https://meowwolf.com/
NorthPark AutoShow
NorthPark Center welcomes more than 40 top-of-the-line vehicles for the third annual NorthPark AutoShow from August 10-26. Grab your favorite car enthusiast and learn about a wide variety of vehicles from Dallas' top dealerships while experiencing NorthPark's best-in-class collection of 230 stores and restaurants. Premier 2018 and 2019 models from respected brands like Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, McLaren, Porsche, Rolls Royce, Tesla and more have lined NorthPark's corridors for the three-week event.
Where: NorthPark Center, Dallas
When: August 10-26
Cost: Free
More info: https://northparkcenter.com/blog/the-annual-northpark-autoshow
Prismatic Art Pop-Up Experience
Explore a never-before imagined universe of color!
Leave your expectations at the door and see the world through a completely new lens at the hit new pop-up PRISMATIC. Immerse yourself in rooms each decorated with one single color & theme, designed and built by local high school students. Open to the public: June 1-September 29 on Fridays-Sundays, Prismatic also offers adult (21+) only nights on Thursdays.
Where: South Side on Lamar, 1409 S Lamar St, Dallas
When: August 8-11; August 15-18; August 22-25; August 29-Sept 1; Sept 5-8; Sept 12-15; Sept 19-22; Sept 26-29
Cost: $20 and up
More info: https://sparkdallas.org/prismatic/
Safari Splash at The Fort Worth Zoo
Grab a shaded lounge chair, sip on a cold soft drink or lemonade, and let the kids revel in the 14,000 square-foot splash zone at Fort Worth Zoo. Safari Splash features four slides, a water dump tower, a fill wall for water toys, animal-shaped water cannons, and a special play area for toddlers, ensuring fun for everyone.
Where: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth
When: Now - September 2
Cost: General admission + $6
More info: https://www.fortworthzoo.org/safari-splash
Sebastian Maniscalco: It Ain't Right Tour
Comedian and podcaster Sebastian Maniscalco will be in Dallas for his It Ain't Right Tour. He'll be joined by special guest Pat McGann.
Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas
When: Saturday, August 10 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $49 and up
More info: https://www.americanairlinescenter.com/events/detail/sebastian-maniscalco
Summer Nights at Circle
Circle Theatre will stay open late, showcase live music, and offer drink specials in their new, updated lobby. Taking place after every Saturday night performance of their summer shows, guests can stay after or meet at the theater to join in on the fun.
Where: Circle Theatre, 230 W 4th St, Fort Worth
When: June 8 - August 24
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.circletheatre.com/summernights
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Calling all Super Mario fans! Join us for a special outdoor screening of Super Mario Bros right here at the heart of downtown Dallas. You know you want to sing "Peaches, Peaches, Peaches" at the top of your lungs too! Bring your blankets, chairs, and friends to enjoy this classic adventure under the open sky. The Exchange will be serving up delicious treats and drinks. Grab some fresh popcorn at The Grove.
Where: AT&T Discovery District, Downtown Dallas
When: Friday, August 9 at 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ultimate Bull Fighters
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Where: The Shops At RedBird, 3662 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas
When: July 25 - August 11
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://www.cowtowncoliseum.com/
UniverSoul Circus
Step into the vibrant world of the UniverSoul Circus, where culture, music, and dazzling performances come together for an unforgettable experience! This one-of-a-kind show features a diverse cast of international talent, delivering jaw-dropping acrobatics, captivating dance routines, and mesmerizing stunts. With its energetic atmosphere and audience participation, UniverSoul Circus offers an electrifying blend of traditional circus acts and contemporary urban flair.
Where: The Shops At RedBird, 3662 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas
When: July 25 - August 11
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://www.universoulcircus.com/
Vitruvian Salsa Festival
Celebrate 10 years of this festival at Vitruvian Park every second Saturday in June, July, August, and September. Enjoy live entertainment, salsa lessons, food trucks, food vendors, and more each month from 6:00pm – 10:00pm. August 10 – Yamilka G y su Orquesta (Houston, TX); September 14 – Zone D' Mambo (Dallas, TX)
Where: Vitruvian Park Amphitheater, Addison
When: Saturday, August 10 at 6 p.m. (and September 14)
Cost: Free
More info: https://visitaddison.com/tourism/vitruvian-park-events
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