See some of the fun things to do around North Texas this weekend.
Addison After Dark: Pints & Pups
Bring your dog to this furry fun festival dedicated to dogs and their parents. Canine-focused activities include a pop-up dog park, a canine cooldown station, adoptable pets and arfs & crafts… while two-legged guests enjoy live music, food trucks and beer sampling from local craft breweries! Purchase a Pints & Pups tasting card which includes five 4 oz. pours in a souvenir tasting glass.
Where: Addison Circle Park
When: Saturday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://addisonafterdark.com/pints-and-pups/
aespa
K-Pop group aespa brings their LIVE TOUR 2023 'SYNK : HYPER LINE' to Irving on Friday night.
Where: The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, 300 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Friday, August 18 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $59 and up
More info: https://www.thepaviliontmf.com/event/aespa-2023/
Billy Bob’s: JON WOLFE (Fri) / TED NUGENT FAREWELL TOUR (Sat)
Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m.; Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $18 - $75
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Charlie Robison
Blending Texas roots with rock and folk influences, Robison has carved a unique path in the industry. From his 1996 debut "Bandera" to hits like "El Cerrito Place," his storytelling prowess and raw emotion have resonated deeply. A stalwart of the alt-country scene, Robison's candid lyrics and charismatic stage presence have left an indelible mark on music.
Where: Majestic Theater, 1925 Elm St, Dallas
When: Friday, August 18 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $19 and up
More info: https://charlierobison.com/tour.html
Chris Gethard: Franco Danger
Chris Gethard is an American actor, comedian and writer. He was the host of The Chris Gethard Show, a talk show based in New York City, which aired from 2011 to 2018. He hosts the podcasts Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People and New Jersey is the World.
Where: Texas Theatre, 231 Jefferson Blvd, Dallas
When: August 18 at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 and up
More info: https://thetexastheatre.com/film/chris-gethard-franco-danger-live-the-texas-theatre/
The Color Purple
THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who, through love, finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story. With a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues,THE COLOR PURPLE is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.
Where: W. E. Scott Theatre at Arts Fort Worth, 1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth
When: August 17-20
Cost: $35 and up
More info: https://www.jubileetheatre.org/show/the-color-purple-at-the-scott-theater/
Dallas Arboretum: Pepper Palooza
All throughout the potager gardens in A Tasteful Place, peppers take center stage. How spicy do you like it? On Sunday, enjoy Pepper Palooza with The Mozzarella Company. This fun, educational, and interactive class is led by a Cheese Expert from the Mozzarella Company and Wine Expert John Bratcher of Two Wine Guys. Featuring the spicy flavors of habanero cheese you will learn to pair Cheese with bold red Wine. (6 to 8 cheeses & 5 to 6 wines)
Plus at the Children’s Adventure Garden from 10am-2pm each day, learn about capsaicin, the Scoville Scale and test the strength of your taste buds with hot peppers. Pick your favorite pepper and plant a pepper seed to take home.
Where: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas
When: August 11-20
Cost: $10 to $16
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/event/pepper-palooza-2/
Dance Fantasy: Legends Of Rock
Enjoy a fun filled night of amateur and professional dance performances.
The Dance Vision staff and students bring dance moves to their favorite songs through Acts 1 and 2. Then delight in Act 3 as their Dance Vision professionals bring you the Legends of Rock Pro Show.
Where: Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson
When: Sunday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $25
More info: https://www.eisemanncenter.com/event/i/9601/d/dance-vision-dance-fantasy
Danna Paola
With a career that spans acting, music, and theater, Danna Paola continues to shine as a prominent figure in Mexican and Latin American culture, captivating audiences with her charisma and undeniable talent.
Where: The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, 300 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Saturday, August 19 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $59 and up
More info: https://www.thepaviliontmf.com/event/danna-paola-2023/
Disney's Frozen
From the producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, is now on tour across North America, and the critics rave, “It’s simply magical!” (LA Daily News). FROZEN features the songs you love from the original Oscar®-winning film, plus an expanded score with a dozen new numbers.
An unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, FROZEN is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.
Where: Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
When: August 15-20
Cost: $33 and up
More info: https://www.basshall.com/frozen
The Drowsy Chaperone
The Drowsy Chaperone, a madcap, screwball musical within a comedy, a lovable send up to the Jazz Age musical. A multiple Tony Award winner, The Drowsy Chaperone pays tribute to the Jazz-Age shows of the 1920s and their power to transport us into a dazzling fantasy and to lift our spirits.
Where: Repertory Company Theatre Inc, 770 N Coit Rd, Richardson
When: August 18-20 and August 25-27
Cost: $18 and up
More info: https://www.rcttheatre.com/
FLORIGAMIINTHEGARDEN
Enjoy a new outdoor sculpture exhibition by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box. The show presents a fresh look at paper folding in the 21st Century with large-scale origami-inspired metal sculptures. Emerging butterflies, big birds, grazing deer, and blooming flowers all celebrate the process of plant pollination. The colorful, whimsical, and kinetic sculptures were created in collaboration with modern masters of paper folding: Robert J. Lang, Michael G. LaFosse and Beth Johnson. Their intricate folds have been transformed into monumental metal sculptures by Kevin Box and his studio team to inspire, educate and entertain audiences in the outdoor setting of public gardens.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth
When: August 19 - February 14
Cost: $6 - $12
More info: https://fwbg.org/events/florigami/
Get Up and Go Kayaking in Grapevine
There's a new way to beat the heat in North Texas...and you can do it in clear kayaks.
You can take a guided eco-tour on Grapevine Lake during the day - or enjoy a sunset kayak glow tour with LED lights. Get Up and Go Kayaking tours start at $55.
Where: Grapevine Lake
When: Daily
Cost: $55 and up
More Info: https://getupandgokayaking.com/locations/grapevine/
Godspell at Artisan Center Theater
A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life.
Where: Artisan Center Theater, 444 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst
When: Thursdays through Saturdays from July 6-August 12
Cost: $15 and up
More Info: https://artisanct.com/shows/godspell
High School Reunion Tour with Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa
Join Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort & More - for the High School Reunion Tour 2023!
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas
When: Sunday, August 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 and up
More Info: https://snoopdogg.com/
Little Women the Musical
Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Baer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.
Where: The Core Theatre, 518 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson
When: August 18-20, August 25-27, September 1-3
Cost: $15-$25
More Info: https://thecoretheatre.org/little-women-the-musical
Lost '80s Live
Was it really that long ago when synthesizers and cotton-candy hair seemed oh-so modern? Not for The Lost 80’s Live, this Reagan era tour features some of the most recognizable acts from that great decade.
This amazing show is filled with all your favorite 80's songs performed by the artists you know and remember.
There are a ton of acts, including: Wang Chung, General Public, The Tubes, Animotion, Naked Eyes, Musical Youth, Stacey Q, Shannon, Kon Kam, Trans-X, Gene Loves Jezebel, Gary Myrick & the Figures, and The Untouchables.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
When: Saturday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $19 and up
More Info: https://texastrustcutheatre.com/events/detail/?event_id=472646
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 brand new, 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: July 14-December 31
Cost: $40 and up
More Info: https://meowwolf.com/
"Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!" at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
It may be hot outside but step into the world of winter with a new exhibit, Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! The latest traveling exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museum examines the making of the animated classic and celebrates the anticipation, joy, and pitfalls of the holiday season.
Where: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth
When: Daily through August 20 (Closed on Mondays)
Cost: Included with admission to the museum; $12 - $16
More Info: https://www.fwmuseum.org/
Metallica
Metallica's influence on the heavy metal genre and music industry as a whole is immeasurable. They've sold millions of records worldwide and have won multiple Grammy Awards. Despite facing criticism for certain creative choices and controversies over the years, Metallica's fanbase remains fiercely loyal, and their impact on rock music continues to endure. With a legacy spanning decades, Metallica remains an iconic force in the realm of heavy metal and rock music. This is their M72 world tour. They’re calling it a “No Repeat Weekend” - so expect two separate shows. On Friday they are joined by Pantera and Mammoth WVH, and on Sunday they play with Five Finger Death Punch and Ice Nine Kills.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
When: Friday, August 18 and Sunday, August 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Check SeatGeek for tickets.
More Info: https://attstadium.com/events/metallica-8-20-23/
One Year in Egypt
Step into the grand unveiling of "One Year In Egypt," chronicling the odyssey of Camika Spencer, a writer from Oak Cliff. Embark with her on an audacious expedition as she steps onto foreign soil, not as a tourist, but as a middle school ESL maestro in Al Giza, Egypt.
Prepare for a theatrical experience that traverses the spectrum of emotions. "One Year In Egypt" is an unfiltered tapestry woven with humor, heartstring tugs, and insights. Spencer guides us through her metamorphosis, unraveling her preconceived notions and exposing the myths surrounding her idealized vision of Africa, a land she had romantically envisioned as a "woke" voyager, despite never setting foot there—a reckoning of consciousness like no other.
Where: Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S Tyler St, Dallas
When: August 18-20, August 25-27
Cost: $30
More Info: https://bishopartstheatre.org/event/one-year-in-egypt/
Prismatic
Explore a never-before-imagined universe of color at Prismatic. Leave your expectations at the door and see the world through a completely new lens at the hit new pop-up. Immerse yourself in rooms decorated with one single color and theme, designed and built entirely by local high school students.
Where: SPARK! 1409 Botham Jean Blvd #004, Dallas
When: Fridays, Saturdays 4:00-8:00 PM and Sundays 1:00-6:00 PM through August 27
Cost: $15 and up
More Info: https://sparkdallas.org/prismatic/
Rick Springfield
I Want My 80's Tour With Rick Springfield. Rick is joined by The Hooters, Paul Young and Tommy Tutone.
Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St, Fort Worth
When: Sunday, August 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 and up
More Info: http://rickspringfield.com/i-want-my-80s-summer-tour/
Rounding Third
Rounding Third is a funny yet thought-provoking look at Little League baseball. Two mismatched fathers/coaches – one a seasoned veteran and the other a rookie newcomer – comically struggle on philosophies of the game, parenthood and the true meaning of success. Their clash of styles and wills drives this funny and touching play through the bumpy terrain of fatherhood and baseball. As they struggle with the junior version of the national pastime, the men's markedly different personal circumstances and philosophies force them to journey onto life's playing field – where knowing how to succeed is all that matters.
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
When: August 18-20, August 25-27
Cost: $19 and up
More Info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/theatre-coppell-rounding-third
Sam Hunt in Concert
Sam Hunt has reshaped country music. Merging pop, R&B, and country, he soared to fame with hits like "Leave the Night On" and "Body Like a Back Road." His boundary-breaking sound and songwriting finesse have expanded country music’s horizons, inspiring a new wave of musical innovation. Brett Young and Lily Rose open for Sam.
Where: Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas
When: Saturday, August 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $35 and up
More Info: http://www.samhunt.com/
Sixtiesmania: A Journey through the Sixties
From Las Vegas to the Eisemann Center – Sixtiesmania performs A Journey Through the Sixties, an all-encompassing celebration of the iconic musical sixties. Sixtiesmania takes audiences on a thrilling musical roller coaster from the Beach Boys to the British invasion, and everything in between. Including, California sounds, Carnaby Street, the Vietnam tour-of-duty, Flower Power, Woodstock, and so much more. Hit after hit is performed with complete accuracy to detail to sound exactly like the amazing recordings people know and love.
With authentic custom suits from England, a continuous stunning-multimedia backdrop, multiple costume changes, vintage instruments, a song pool of more than 250 songs to choose from, incredible musicianship, and vocals. Sixtiesmania is the most authentic sixties-show on the world-circuit today and is the must-see show of the summer!
Where: Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson
When: Saturday, August 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $55 and up
More Info: https://www.eisemanncenter.com/event/i/9317/d/sixtiesmania
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Collection
The Arlington Museum of Art presents an exclusive exhibition of 12-time Grammy award-winner Taylor Swift which explores the evolution of her artistic expression. Curated by the Arlington Museum of Art from Swift’s own private collection, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Collection, presented by HELP Center, is an exploration of Swift as an evolving, boundary-pushing artist. The exhibition will feature original costumes, photographs, videos, and more representing several of her creative periods, or “eras.”
Highlights of the exhibition are eight costumes worn by Swift from her record-breaking albums Midnights, folklore, Red (Taylor’s Version) and Fearless (Taylor’s Version).
Where: Arlington Museum of Art, 201 West Main Street, Arlington
When: June 3 - September 24
Cost: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $15 for youth, $5 for kids
More Info: https://arlingtonmuseum.org/
Tigers Be Still
Sherry Wickman is a recent college grad with a master’s degree in art therapy whose job-search hasn’t quite gone as planned. Unemployed and overwhelmed, she retreats to her childhood bed and remains there…until an unexpected employment opportunity gives her a renewed sense of purpose and hope. Now, if only her mother would come downstairs, her sister would stop watching Top Gun from the couch, her first patient would do even one assignment, her new boss would leave his rifle at home, and someone would catch the actual tiger that escaped from the local zoo, everything would be just perfect! A quirky, endearing comedy about hope and human connection!
Where: MainStage Irving-Las Colinas, 222 E Irving Blvd, Irving
When: August 18-20, August 24-26
Cost: $20 and up
More Info: https://mainstageirving.com/tigers-be-still/
Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair
Tulisoma Swahili for “we read”, is a community-based festival promoting literacy and the arts in the South Dallas/Fair Park area. Founded in 2003, by the late Leo V. Chaney, Jr., and Dr. Harry Robinson, President and CEO of the African American Museum, the goal of Tulisoma is to create a dynamic event tailored to engage local families, avid readers, aspiring writers and visitors to the city. The Dallas Public Library serves as the lead partner along with many community supporters and sponsors to continue the tradition of celebrating reading and the importance of literacy.
Where: African American Museum of Dallas, 3536 Grand Ave, Dallas
When: August 19
Cost: Free
More Info: http://www.tulisomabookfair.org/
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