If you're looking for some fun stuff to do with the family for the holiday weekend - KRLD's John Liddle has you covered with the official Around Town list!
Addison After Dark: Fiesta Noche
On the third Saturday of each month, Addison After Dark takes over Addison Circle Park. This weekend, it’s Fiesta Noche. This Easter weekend Addison After Dark brings Rio Carnival to Texas with samba dancers & lessons, elaborate costumes, live fire show and free exotic petting zoo. Grab your friends, family, or four-legged buddy and head to Addison Circle Park for free fun, fabulous food trucks, and an evening to remember.
Where: Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Dr., Addison
When: Saturday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://addisonafterdark.com/
Anything Goes
Billy instantly falls in love with a beautiful girl he meets in a taxi. When he discovers she’s boarding the SS American, the same London-bound ship his boss and co-worker Reno are boarding, he sneaks aboard himself. The beautiful girl, Hope, is engaged to a stuffy British aristocrat, Lord Evelyn, but that doesn’t stop the love-struck Billy. With the help of other passengers, Billy seeks to shake Reno, whose love he doesn’t return, and capture the heart of the girl of his dreams. A hilarious shipboard romp wrapped in one of Cole Porter’s most magical scores. It’s Delightful, Delicious, and De-Lovely!
Where: The Firehouse Theatre, 2535 Valley View Ln., Farmers Branch
When: Now - April 24 / Wednesdays - Sundays
Cost: $28 and up
More info: https://www.thefirehousetheatre.com/
BIG BUGS Exhibit at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
David Rogers’ Big Bugs comes to Fort Worth for the first time. It’s an exhibit of insect sculptures on a gigantic scale. Insects outnumber us one million to one. Many live in communal groups working as one for the common good of all. Their ranks include engineers, soldiers, weightlifters, weavers, hunters, stalkers, gatherers, and even royalty. The sculptures are created using various combinations of whole trees, cut green saplings, dry branches and other forest materials. Audiences will marvel or stand bug-eyed before the larger-than-life insect sculptures and gain an appreciation for these invaluable members of the animal kingdom.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth
When: March 11 - June 11
Cost: Free with garden admission
More info: https://fwbg.org/brit-news/bigbugs/
Billy Bob’s: Kolby Cooper (FRI) / Aaron Watson (SAT)
Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m. & Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $16 - $40
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
CARNE y ARENA (Virtually present, Physically invisible)
Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Academy Award®-winning virtual reality experience CARNE y ARENA (Virtually present, Physically invisible) explores the human condition of immigrants and refugees.
The immersive VR experience recounts the harrowing journey of Central American and Mexican refugees. CARNE y ARENA is presented for the first time in Texas, the state that shares the longest border with Mexico—over 1200 miles—and a crossing point for many refugees. The installation opens in Fair Park after numerous sold-out runs in the U.S. and abroad.
CARNE y ARENA is a solo virtual reality experience designed for one visitor at a time to circulate while limiting interactions and respecting distances safely and comfortably. It will be open to the public Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am to 9 pm CST.
The experience is a twenty-minute solo journey centered around a multi-narrative virtual reality sequence based on true accounts of Central American and Mexican refugees. Lines between subject and bystander are blurred and bound together through state-of-the-art immersive technology as visitors walk in a vast, sand-filled space and witness a fragment of a refugee’s journey.
Tickets are required in advance and are available online only.
Where: Fair Park - Food and Fiber Pavilion, 1121 1st Ave., Dallas
When: Daily through April 17 (closed on Mondays)
Cost: $35 - $55
More info: https://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/art/exhibitions/exhibition/id/1847?carne-y-arena
Circus Vazquez
It’s fun under the big top in Irving. Enjoy a cast of incredible circus superstars, led by Memo Vazquez (the Ringmaster).
Where: Irving Mall, 3880 Irving Mall, Irving
When: Daily through April 18
Cost: $25-$50
More info: https://circovazquez.com/
Dallas Easter Eggstravaganza
Easter Eggstravaganza in Dallas is for the entire family! The Sunday event features free pictures with the Easter Bunny & 3 different Easter Egg Hunts. (6,000 eggs in all). There will also be shopping and Vendors from all over the Metroplex.
Where: Lofty Spaces, 816 Montgomery St., Dallas
When: April 17 at Noon
Cost: Free, but registration necessary
More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dallas-easter-eggstravaganza-tickets-260832506047?aff=Crystal
Dvořák’s New World Symphony
Mendelssohn’s inspirational overture, based on two poems by Goethe, brilliantly depicts the immobility of a becalmed sea to the redemptive vitality of a rising wind and the promise of homecoming.
Schumann’s dramatic piano concerto, composed at the urging of his wife and virtuoso pianist Clara, explores the breadth and depth of love through a beautiful interaction of piano and orchestra.
Dvořák’s famed and final symphony is a musical testament to the “New World” he found in New York City – it brims with brass fanfares, Bohemian and Czech dance rhythms, and utilizes folk tunes like Swing Low, Sweet Chariot as melodic motivators.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas
When: April 14-16
Cost: $40 and up
More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/dvoraks-new-world-symphony/
Easter at the Arboretum
From April 15-17, celebrate Easter at the Dallas Arboretum with fun activities for the whole family!
Where: 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas
When: April 15-17
Cost: $12 - $20
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/event/easter-weekend/
EASTER BUNNY at GALLERIA DALLAS!
Galleria Dallas is in full bloom this spring. During weekends in April, the Easter Bunny will be available in front of the spring blooms wall on level one across from Sephora to meet guests and pose for digital pictures. Reservations are encouraged, though walk-up guests are also welcome.
Where: Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas
When: 15-16 (Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Cost: $30
More info: https://galleriadallas.com/easter-bunny-photos
Easter Egg-Stravaganza in Grand Prairie
Children ages 10 and younger are invited to the annual Easter Eggstravaganza to hunt for thousands of eggs and prizes from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kids will be divided into age groups (0-2 years old, 3-5 year olds, 6-7 year olds, and 8-10 year olds) and will participate in different hunts. Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, arts and crafts, face painting and other entertainment will be featured. Event admission is free.
Where: Mike Lewis Park, 2410 N. Carrier Pkwy., Grand Prairie
When: April 16 at 10:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://grandfungp.com/events/easter-eggstravaganza-2/
Ennis Bluebonnet Trails
Celebrating 70 Years of Ennis Bluebonnet Trails: Ennis was designated by the 1997 State Legislature as the home of the Official Texas Bluebonnet Trail and was designated the Official Bluebonnet City of Texas. From April 1-30, Ennis showcases over 40 miles of mapped driving Bluebonnet Trails sponsored by the Ennis Garden Club.
Where: Various Areas around Ennis
When: Through April 30
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.bluebonnettrail.org/
Errol Spence Jr. vs. Yordenis Ugas
Unbeaten WBC and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. and WBA Welterweight World Champion Yordenis Ugas will square off in a welterweight championship unification showdown on Saturday, April 16 from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event.
Spence-Ugas pits two of the best welterweight champions in the sport in a high-stakes unification match. Both men are coming off impressive victories over elite welterweights at the top class of the division. Spence defeated former champions Danny Garcia and Shawn Porter in his last two fights, while Ugas scored a thrilling upset victory over future Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
When: April 16, 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $45
More info: https://attstadium.com/events/spence-jr-vs-ugas/
Fuel Fest
FuelFest blends the enthusiast’s passion for the automotive world with live musical performances, racing, and art giving fans the music festival and car show experience all at once!
FuelFest is committed to upholding Paul Walker’s life and legacy by contributing a portion of the proceeds from every show to Reach Out WorldWide a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit founded in 2010 by Walker that helps bring first responders to disaster areas to augment local relief efforts.
FuelFest’s inaugural event in Texas includes:
Car Showcase which features over 600 top modified, exotic, performance built, and rare cars from all over the world.
A massive live-action drift course on the infield road course at Texas Motor Speedway
Guest appearances from actor and musician Tyrese Gibson and Cody Walker, CEO of Reach Out WorldWide and brother to former CEO and actor Paul Walker and more!
Movie cars including ones used in the Fast and Furious movie franchise
Exclusive to the Dallas-Fort Worth crowd this year, an Easter egg hunt around the venue in honor of Easter weekend.
Live performances from Dirty Audio with Special Guest Benzi, Binx and DJ T-Rexx on the Yokohama Stage
Plus, Interactive Sponsor Exhibits, Art Displays, Craft Food & Drinks and more
Where: Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth
When: Saturday, April 16
Cost: $40
More info: https://fuelfest.com/
Immersive Frida Kahlo
Explore the world through the eyes of the legendary Frida Kahlo – a brilliant, uncompromising painter who created some of history’s most iconic artwork. As you stroll through the Lighthouse Immersive gallery, you will see the Mexico-born artist’s work come to life on a grand scale and discover the people, events, and obstacles that made her the extraordinary woman she was. The mesmerizing, large-scale projections, accompanied by a ravishing musical score, will sweep you up as you encounter Frida as never before.
Where: Lighthouse Dallas, 507 S. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Daily through April 17
Cost: $39 and up
More info: https://www.immersive-frida.com/dallas/
Jesus Christ Superstar
Jesus Christ Superstar is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a new North American production. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave., Dallas
When: April 5 - 17
Cost: $30 and up
More info: https://broadwaydallas.org/shows/jesus-christ-superstar/
JooYoung Choi: Songs of Resilience from the Tapestry of Faith
Culminating a multi-year series celebrating Texas-based contemporary Asian women artists, the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas will present JooYoung Choi: Songs of Resilience from the Tapestry of Faith. The display features the works of the Houston-based multidisciplinary artist whose paintings, videos, sculptures, animations, music and installations merge the autobiographical with the fantastical.
Where: Crow Museum, 2010 Flora St., Dallas
When: February 12 - September 4 (Tuesdays-Sundays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.)
Cost: Free - suggested $12 donation
More info: https://crowcollection.org/
“Liberty & Laughter: The Lighter Side of the White House”
The George W. Bush Presidential Center's special exhibit glimpses behind-the-scenes into the lighter side of life in the White House. Entertaining first family anecdotes, interactive multimedia, and amusing artifacts unveil presidential pranks, inside jokes, and more. Revealing how humor has evolved from our Founding Fathers to the present day makes one thing readily apparent – laughter remains vital to a thriving democracy.
Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas
When: Through December 31
Cost: $26
More info: https://www.bushcenter.org/exhibits-and-events/exhibits/2020/liberty-and-laughter.html
The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe
One of the most celebrated books in children’s literature and the #1 most requested DCT play returns to the stage to create a remarkable world of magic. Join young adventurers Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy as they step through the not so ordinary wardrobe and into the mythical land of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia. Facing fantastic creatures and fierce battles in the heart and on the land, the four siblings must find the courage to battle the treacherous White Witch in order to end the deadly eternal winter in the beautiful forest. Guided by the all-knowing Lion, Aslan, these discoverers learn to cast aside their own fears to find the heroes within themselves.
Where: Dallas Children's Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas
When: Through May 15
Cost: $17 - $28
More info: https://www.dct.org/plays/
Morning Bird Walk
Bird Walks are BACK! Join the Trinity River Audubon Center for their monthly bird walk. Entry to the center is included in your ticket price. Bring your own binoculars. They are limiting this walk to 10 people. You must be registered in advance to attend.
Where: Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 Great Trinity Forest Blvd., Dallas
When: Saturday, April 16, 7:30 a.m.
Cost: $10
More info: https://trinityriver.audubon.org/events/morning-bird-walk-6
Movies in the Park
Lay out a blanket, pack a picnic, chill the rosé, and join us for these classic films on the Samuell-Grand lawn! Screenings will take place at 8:15 PM each night, gates open at 7:30 PM and seating is on a first come, first served basis. You're welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair, they also have sand chairs available for rent. Those 21 and up can enjoy wine or beer at the park. Liquor is not allowed. This week’s selections are: Grease (Friday, April 15) & Purple Rain (Saturday, April 16).
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy., Dallas
When: April 15, 16.
Cost: $15
More info: https://www.shakespearedallas.org/get-your-tickets/movies
NCAA Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Championship
The 2022 championship marks the fifth year this event will call Fort Worth home. Over 30,000 spectators are expected to attend the two-day event in 2022.
The women’s gymnastics championships consists of eight teams, as well as four all-around
competitors and 16 event specialists who were not members of a qualifying team. The top two
teams from each of the four regionals have advanced to the national championships. In addition,
the top all-around competitor and the top finisher on each event from each regional have also
advanced to the national championships.
Teams competing for the 2022 women’s gymnastics championships are The University of Oklahoma, University of Utah, University of Alabama, University of Minnesota, University of Florida, University of Michigan, University of Missouri and Auburn University.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: April 14 & 16
Cost: $22 and up
More info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2022-4-14-4-16-ncaa-gymnastics-championships/
Nikki Glaser at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
The stand-up comedian brings her ONE NIGHT WITH NIKKI GLASER tour to Irving.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, Irving
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Cost: $34.50
More info: https://www.thepaviliontmf.com/event/nikki-glaser-one-night-with-nikki-glaser/
Over Forty, The Musical
OVER FORTY is a rousing musical chronicling four very different women who are hellishly fighting their entry into middle-ageism. These exhilarating women both celebrate and mourn getting older with witty dialogue and soul stirring music. These wise and sexy sistahs, in unison, take the audience on an adventurous journey where both men and women will never dread the “Big 4-0” again. Age Recommendation: For Mature Audiences Only.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, 506 Main St., Fort Worth
When: April 15-17, April 22-24
Cost: $29
More info: https://www.jubileetheatre.org/s/Over-Forty/50
Questlove's Hip Hop Brunch
They’re talking a JOURNEY of sound, soul, and art that moves the heart – an experience done like Dallas has never seen before.
Artist, legend, and hip-hop historian Questlove will musically guide you through the story of hip-hop, taking us back to the days of beatboxing, 808s, and when we came together funky-fresh – and dressed to impress.
This immersive brunch will feature visuals by Dallas-based artists Jeremy Biggers and JM Rizzi presented in a live, collaborative performance by Questlove and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
Where: The Factory in Deep Ellum, 2713 Canton St., Dallas
When: April 16 - 1 p.m.
Cost: $75
More info: https://www.axs.com/events/427680/questlove-s-hip-hop-brunch-tickets
Recent Acquisitions 2002-2022
The Modern begins its twentieth year in its Tadao Ando-designed galleries with a permanent collection installation focused on works acquired since the building’s opening. Both floors showcase paintings, photographs, sculptures, and videos by artists from a wide range of cultures and geographies.
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth
When: Now through April 24
Cost: $16 but Free on Fridays & Half-Price on Sundays
More info: https://www.themodern.org/exhibition/recent-acquisitions-2002-2022
Sandy Rodriguez in Isolation - at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Explore the healing power of art through Sandy Rodriguez in Isolation, featuring 30 new works on paper created by the Los Angeles–based painter during her recent Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency in Southern California. Impacted by the rapid news cycle of rising COVID-19 fatalities and nationwide demonstrations against police brutality, Rodriguez turned to the surrounding desert as a guide for her response. She collected botanical specimens native to the region with medicinal and utilitarian applications, which she studied, painted, then processed as handmade paints to create possibilities for healing past and present trauma through the recovery of Indigenous knowledge systems. The exhibition features landscapes, protest scenes, maps, and botanical studies, all created using her hand-processed inks and watercolors.
Where: Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
When: Daily through April 17
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.cartermuseum.org/
Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Scarborough Renaissance Festival’s 41st season begins this Saturday, with a new themed weekend, new shows, new food & drink, and over a dozen new artisans to compliment long-time Festival favorites.
Scarborough Renaissance Festival is a full day of interactive fun for everyone, 16th Century Style. Visitors will enjoy full combat armored jousting, Birds of Prey exhibitions, the Mermaid Lagoon, Knighting ceremonies, a 75+ member performing company, and 20+ stages of interactive and unique entertainment. They can discover exquisite one-of-a-kind treasures at the hundreds of Scarborough shoppes and be amazed by authentic artisan demonstrations. There are also Renaissance rides, games of skill, and so much more.
Where: 2503 FM 66, Waxahachie
When: Now through May 30 (Saturdays, Sundays & Memorial Day Monday from 10a-7p)
Cost: $37 for adults / $17 for kids / 4 and under free
More info: https://www.srfestival.com/
Sculpting Mid-Century Modern Life at the Nasher Sculpture Center
Italian-born, American artist Harry Bertoia (1915–1978) was one of the most prolific, innovative artists of the postwar period. He made one-of-a kind jewelry, designed iconic chairs, created thousands of unique sculptures including large-scale commissions for significant buildings, and advanced the use of sound as sculptural material. Harry Bertoia: Sculpting Mid-Century Modern Life is the first US museum retrospective of the artist’s career in almost 50 years and the first to examine the full scope of his broad, interdisciplinary practice. Drawn from public and private collections, the exhibition brings together over 100 works of art featuring important examples of his jewelry, metalsmithing, furniture design, monotypes, and the hundreds of singular, handmade sculptures including large-scale commissions and pioneering sounding sculptures.
Where: Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas
When: January 29 - April 24
Cost: $10 adults (Discounts for Seniors/Educators/Students/Children/Military & First Responders)
More info: https://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/art/exhibitions/exhibition/id/665?harry-bertoia
Shen Yun
Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and an orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away!
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St.,Dallas
When: April 15-17
Cost: $80 and up
More info: https://www.shenyun.com/dallas/att-performing-arts-center%E2%80%93winspear-opera-house
Sister Act
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony – and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Where: Theatre Arlington, 305 W. Main St., Arlington
When: April 14-16
Cost: $32
More info: https://theatrearlington.org/production/sister-act/
South Pacific
Nellie, a nurse on a Pacific Island during WWII, falls in love with de Becque, a local planter. However, when she learns he is a widower with two half-caste children, she cannot accept the situation. Meanwhile, Cable falls in love with a Polynesian girl named Liat. Cable and de Bacque go off together on a spy mission and the two women wait in hope of their return.
Where: Art Centre Theatre, 1400 Summit Ave. #E, Plano
When: April 15-17, April 22-24, April 29-May 1
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://www.artcentretheatre.com/fullseason
The Sound of Music
A country under attack. A family paralyzed by loss. And a woman who is afraid to love. Dallas Theater Center boldly reexamines one of the most exhilarating musical theater classics ever written. Winner of five Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Sound of Music was the final collaboration between Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. From its opening in 1959, it immediately became the world’s most beloved musical on both stage and film. The inspirational story follows a young postulate who is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of an imperious naval captain, bringing joy and music to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision. Join us on this vibrant journey of love and faith, and once again let your heart thrill to The Sound of Music. Dallas Theater Center will require audience members ages 5 and up to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of their ticketed show date.
Where: Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St., Dallas
When: Daily through April 24 (no shows on Mondays)
Cost: $22.50 and up
More info: https://www.dallastheatercenter.org/show/the-sound-of-music/
Spirit Lodge: Mississippian Art from Spiro
Organized by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in close consultation with the Caddo Nation and Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, this exhibition of nearly 200 ancient and contemporary works explores Mississippian ceremonial centers, the discovery of the Spiro site, cultural continuity, and the active power of Mississippian art.
Where: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood St., Dallas
When: March 13 - August 7
Cost: Free
More info: https://dma.org/art/exhibitions/spirit-lodge-mississippian-art-spiro
That Golden Girls Show! A Puppet Parody
That Golden Girls Show!’ is a brand-new show that parodies classic Golden Girls moments - with puppets! Get set for an evening of cheesecake, laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads, sex, and the elegant art of the quick-witted put down.
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St., Coppell
When: April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $29
More info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/golden-girls-show
'til Midnight at the Nasher
‘til Midnight at the Nasher presents live outdoor concerts, film screenings, and opportunities to experience art on view. Wolfgang Puck Catering offers bar service, food for purchase, and grab & go snacks the night of the event. 6:30 p.m. / Matthew Bell & the Next of Kin; 7:30 p.m. / Kirk Thurmond, 8:30 p.m. / WRLDFMS Tony Williams, FILM - 9:30 p.m. / Reality Bites.
Where: Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas
When: Friday, April 15 from 6 p.m. - Midnight
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/programs-events/event/id/1878?til-midnight-at-the-nasher
Towers of Tomorrow at the Perot Museum
Featuring 20 iconic skyscrapers from across the globe, Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks makes its Texas debut Sept. 24 at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. The LEGO sculptures – from the world’s tallest building to the Empire State Building – were constructed over 2,000 hours with more than half a million LEGO® bricks by Ryan McNaught, one of only 21 LEGO certified professionals in the world. All ages can get creative as they build upon a growing LEGO installation using thousands of the popular colored bricks.
Where: Perot Museum, 2201 N Field, Dallas
When: Now through April 30, 2022
Cost: $28 for adult (less for members, kids, seniors)
More info: https://www.perotmuseum.org/
Vanilla Ice
Find your inner ‘90s and get ready to break it down with some of the decade’s most memorable music icons on April 15. The Statler is hosting a property-wide ‘90s party in The Statler Ballroom and throughout all of its restaurants and bars.
The iconic Statler Ballroom will be host to Grammy nominated Vanilla Ice as he brings back famous hits such as Ice, Ice Baby, Play That Funky Music, Ninja Rap and others. Opening for Vanilla Ice will be special guest Young MC, whose Grammy award winning Bust a Move topped the charts in 1989.
Where: The Statler Hotel & Residences, 1914 Commerce St., Dallas
When: April 15, 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $39 and up
More info: https://thestatlerdallas.com/90s-concert-series
Water Lantern Festival
The Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven't met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. Gates open at 5 to enjoy food trucks, music and fun. At 7:30 you’ll design your lantern, the lantern launch is at 8.
Where: Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St., Fort Worth
When: Saturday, April 16
Cost: 25.99 online (40.99 at event)
More info: https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/fortworth.php
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