Check out our 'Around Town' list of fun things to do in North Texas this weekend.
2020 "Belated" Grapevine Film Festival
Watch a selection of great films from around the country, take pics on the red carpet and hang out at the bar with industry peers.
Where: Haltom Theater, 5601 E Belknap, Haltom City
When: Sunday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Cost: $5 - $10
More info: https://www.facebook.com/GrapevineFilmFestival
2021 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championship
The top female gymnasts from around the nation come to Fort Worth to crown a national champion. This event is unlike any other, with an electric atmosphere featuring world-class athletes. Expect limited capacity, face masks will be required, and other safety protocols will be in place.
Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St, Fort Worth
When: Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 17
Cost: Starts at $27.50
More info: https://www.fortworth.com/ncaa/
Art Heist - A True Crime Walking Theater Experience
Can you crack the world's most famous unsolved mystery? Outdoors. Socially Distanced. Based on the true story of America's biggest art theft, valued at half a billion dollars. That's not a typo — the thieves snatched a haul worth five hundred million US dollars. You and your group will meet a cast of characters involved in the theft of thirteen great works of art from the Isabella Gardner Museum in Boston. As you interact with security guards, museum staff, investigators and suspects you'll gather clues to help you figure out what really happened. Expect intrigue, high stakes and laughs. Set your personal BS detector to its highest setting and help solve this mystery.
Where: AT&T Performing Arts Center, Sammons Park, 2403 Flora St., Dallas
When: Nightly through April 18
Cost: $49
More info: https://www.attpac.org/on-sale/2021/art-heist/
Billy Bob's Concerts - 40th Anniversary Celebration
The 40th Birthday celebration continues this weekend at Billy Bob's! Three straight nights of legend Dwight Yoakam (Thursday - Saturday)
Where: 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth
When: Thursday, 9 p.m. Friday 10 p.m., Saturday 10 p.m.
Cost: $25-80
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
ColorPalooza: A Celebration of Spring
This event is designed to showcase the rich cultural, artistic and eco-friendly spirit of Lewisville. Experience creativity, education, art activities and more. Some of the events:
Chalk This Way Festival - Amatuer and professional chalk art, kids' chalk area and a chalk art scholarship contest. Find out more at: www.chalkthisway.org.
DIY Tie-Dye Station: Buy a white shirt for $5 - and create your own design!
Also stop by for the Art Demo Tent, Eco-Alley, the live music, cultural dance performances and food!
Where: Old Town Lewisville, 617 E Main, Lewisville
When: Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.lewisvillecolorpalooza.com/
Dallas Stars - Single Game Tickets
The Stars are allowing a limited number of spectators at home games. The defending Western Conference champs are scratching and clawing for a playoff spot. The good guys host Columbus on Thursday and Saturday
Where: American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., Dallas
When: Thursday-7:30 p.m., Saturday-7:00 p.m
Cost: Starting at $49
More info: https://www.nhl.com/stars/tickets/single-game
Downtown Grapevine Cruise Night Car Show
Weather permitting, they meet every Friday night in Downtown Grapevine. This event, hosted by Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas, features the coolest classic and fun cars.
Where: 530 Main Street, Grapevine
When: Friday, April 16, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/808782279605730
"For a Dreamer of Houses" at Dallas Museum of Art
"For a Dreamer of Houses'' brings together more than 50 works from the DMA's collection that range from immersive installations to intimate photographs, all related to the idea of home. The exhibition's sections correspond to five chapters in philosopher Gaston Bachelard's influential 1958 book "The Poetics of Space." Major recent acquisitions - including works by Alex Da Corte, Olivia Erlanger, EJ Hill, Francisco Moreno, Pipilotti Rist, and Do Ho Suh - are highlighted in each section. Because of COVID precautions, you must have a timed free ticket. There is a small extra charge for the collection.
Where: 1717 N. Harwood, Dallas
When: Now through July 4, 2021
Cost: Free General Admission, Tickets to the installation are $9
More info: https://dma.org/
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) and Fort Worth Botanic Garden invite visitors to see their newest exhibit "Topiaries in the Garden," running through June 30, 2021. Featuring 12 plant-based animal shapes, such as elephants, giraffes, and butterflies, the displays are sure to stimulate a sense of wonderment and fascination.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: Daily through June 30
Cost: $6 - $12
More info: https://bit.ly/3vZco7u
Plano-McKinney Music & Arts Festivals
You'll find major concerts, fine art displays, a classic car show, a custom motorcycle show, and dozens of fun attractions and highlights. Check out the Taste of Texas Food Garden, with delicious cuisine, and cold domestic and craft beers. National recording artists will be performing throughout the afternoon and evening on the main stage, as well as juried visual artists presenting the heritage and the culture of Plano and McKinney. On Sunday night at 7, Texas Hill - featuring Craig Wayne Boyd (Winner of NBC's "The Voice"), Casey James (American Idol Finalist), and Adam Wakefield (Runner-up on NBC's "The Voice") from Dallas, TX will be playing.
Where: Myers Park & Event Center, 7117 Co Rd 66, McKinney
When: Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $10 - $15 for weekend passes (Kids 12 and under free with paid adult)
More info: https://planoartsfestival.com/
Rangers Games
The Rangers' are back at home this weekend for three games against Baltimore. Remember, the brand new Globe Life Field is open to 100% capacity.
Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr, Arlington
When: Friday at 7:05 p.m., Saturday at 6:05 p.m., Sunday at 1:35 p.m.
Cost: Varies
More info: https://www.mlb.com/rangers
Scarborough Renaissance Festival
It's the 40th Season of the Scarborough Renaissance Festival.
Where: 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie
When: Saturdays and Sundays through May 31...10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: $30 adults / $14 kids (5-12)...prices higher at the gate
More info: https://www.srfestival.com/
Selena Day at Legacy Hall
National Selena Day is Friday, April 16, and Legacy Hall is celebrating with pizza, margaritas and a screening of the movie Selena. You can grab a slice of pizza (Selena's favorite food) from The Italian Job, get a margarita from the bar and head to the patio where Selena will start playing at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Avenue, Plano
When: Friday starting at 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/895277917991708
Spring Into Nash - Agriculture Festival
Spring is the perfect time to bring the entire family to Grapevine's Historic Nash Farm. At the 19th Annual Spring Into Nash, experience what life was like when the city's earliest settlers made their home in Grapevine. Certain activities require coupons that can be purchased on site for 50 cents each. Activities and Demonstrations will include: campfire cooking, carpentry, sheep shearing, games, pony rides, gardening, crafts, Skills & Trades Exposition and more
Where: Nash Farm, 626 Ball St., Grapevine
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/459804325168469
Texas Outlaw Nationals
Head to Mesquite for the Texas Outlaw Nationals - Sprint Car races.
Where: Devil's Bowl Speedway, 1711 Lawson Rd, Mesquite
When: Saturday, 5 p.m.
Cost: $35 - $39
More info: https://devilsbowl.com/
The Stockyards Championship Rodeo
Grab your boots and Cowboy hat! This rodeo is back! The live and kicking rodeo is every Friday and Saturday night at 8 p.m. (Friday...it's "Free Kid Friday"...buy an adult ticket and get a kid's ticket free!) It's in the Cowtown Coliseum. Rodeo organizers say you can feel safe as you watch the live rodeo action because they are enforcing social distancing and everyone has to wear a facial covering. Giddy up!
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76164
When: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.
Cost: Adults: $27, Children: $15
More info: https://stockyardsrodeo.com/
Tiny Dog Pageant
Well, this is fun! The 2nd Annual Tiny Dog Pageant at Denton County Brewing Company. Bring your tiny (or not so tiny) dog, dress 'em up, and strut that adorable pup on the stage. You can sign up until 1:45 p.m. the day of the event. The pageant starts at 2. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Where: Denton County Brewing Company, 200 E McKinney St., Denton
When: Saturday April 17, 2 p.m.
Cost: $5 entry
