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World Cup events
FIFA World Cup: Australia vs. Egypt
Australia takes on Egypt in a Round of 32 match at AT&T Stadium, which is officially operating as Dallas Stadium during the tournament.
When: Friday, July 3 at 1 p.m.
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seat and package
Fair Park is the center of North Texas’ World Cup celebration as the free FIFA Fan Festival runs through July 19. The one-million-square-foot festival includes live match broadcasts, concerts, food, games and cultural programming, giving fans a place to experience the tournament atmosphere even without a stadium ticket.
When: Open through July 19. Hours vary. Check the schedule here..
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
Cost: Free general admission with registration. Premium ticket upgrades are also available
BRÜ Sports Bar & Grill
BRÜ Sports Bar & Grill is showing World Cup matches throughout the tournament, giving Irving fans an indoor sports-bar option with multiple screens, a full menu and drinks available during the games.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: BRÜ Sports Bar & Grill, 8350 N MacArthur Blvd #120, Irving
Cost: No admission charge; food and drinks are sold separately.
Buffalo Bros is showing World Cup matches live with full sound, big screens, wings and beer. The TCU-area sports bar is a longtime Fort Worth gathering place for soccer, football and other major sporting events.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: Buffalo Bros, 415 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Crossbar is built around soccer, making it one of the most natural places in North Texas to watch the tournament. Both the Richardson and Denton locations are showing every match, with select games taking over the full facility. Free seating is available, although table reservations are recommended for the biggest matches.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches
Where: Crossbar Soccer + Beer, Richardson and Denton
Cost: Free seating is available; reserved tables, food and drinks cost extra.
Dallas Fan Zone at Trinity Groves
The Dallas Fan Zone brings World Cup viewing to Trinity Groves with giant screens, match-day energy and access to nearby food and drinks. The fan zone is scheduled throughout the tournament, including this weekend’s group-stage games.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; hours vary by match (Match calendar)
Where: Trinity Groves, Dallas
Cost: Free tickets are available online; premium or reserved experiences may cost extra.
Dirty Birds Sports Bar & Grill
Dirty Birds is showing World Cup action across 18 large televisions at its Plano sports bar. Fans can follow the games with wings, burgers, drinks and the atmosphere of a traditional neighborhood watch party.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: Dirty Birds Sports Bar & Grill, 4021 Preston Rd Ste d 618, Plano
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Simpson Plaza has become a monthlong soccer destination with live match broadcasts on large screens, multiple seating areas, music, appearances, giveaways, food vendors and interactive experiences. The free celebration plans to show 97 tournament matches during its 34-day run.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; hours follow the match schedule
Where: Simpson Plaza outside Frisco City Hall, Frisco
Cost: Free, but a daily ticket or reservation may be required.
Freedom to Play Installation at Galleria Dallas
Galleria Dallas continues its “Freedom to Play” installation, featuring hundreds of large origami stars and soccer-themed shapes suspended over the ice rink. The display is presented with Paper for Water and is designed to raise awareness of the global water crisis.
When: On view through September 1
Where: Galleria Dallas, Center Court
Cost: Free to view
Dallas’ new bridge park hosts some of the weekend’s biggest free outdoor watch parties. The park has a 300-square-foot LED wall, additional screens, DJs, cultural programming, food trucks, a playground and interactive water features.
When: Check the schedule here
When: Halperin Park, Dallas
Cost: Free
Harwood Arms is hosting daily World Cup viewing in the Harwood District. The British-style pub offers televisions, match-day food and drinks, and a natural gathering place for international fans.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: Harwood Arms, 2823 McKinnon St, Dallas
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Holy Grail Pub is going all-in on the World Cup, showing every match live and loud. The Plano pub combines the games with pints and a full scratch-made menu, including service for later match windows.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches during business hours
Where: Holy Grail Pub, 8240 Preston Rd #150, Plano
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Klyde Warren Park: Global Watch Parties
Klyde Warren Park is showing daytime and early-evening matches on its giant LED screen throughout the tournament. There is no viewing on Saturday, July 4.
When: Check the viewing schedule here
Where: Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
Cost: Free
Legacy Hall is screening matches across its large indoor televisions and the massive outdoor screen in the Lexus Box Garden. More than 20 food stalls and multiple bars make it possible to stay for several games.
When: Thursday–Saturday, July 2-5; matches from 11 a.m. through late evening
Where: Legacy Hall, Plano
Cost: Free general viewing; food, drinks and reserved seating cost extra.
Little Woodrow’s is showing every World Cup match at its Fort Worth and Frisco locations. Both offer large televisions, patios, cold drinks and a casual sports-bar environment.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches during operating hours
Where: Little Woodrow’s, Fort Worth and Frisco
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
The Londoner is showing World Cup action at its Addison, Colleyville and Dallas locations. Known for its longstanding soccer following, the British pubs offer a lively atmosphere, plenty of televisions, English pub food and drinks.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary by location
Where: The Londoner, Addison, Colleyville and Dallas
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately. Reservations may be helpful for major matches.
On Rotation is showing World Cup games near Dallas Love Field. The brewery and kitchen offers televisions, craft beer, food and a relaxed neighborhood setting for following the tournament.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: On Rotation Brewery & Kitchen, Dallas
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Rex’s is hosting Texas-style soccer watch parties throughout the tournament. The Fort Worth restaurant and bar offers televisions, game-day food and drinks for fans following the group stage.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; match times vary
Where: Rex’s Bar & Grill, 1501 S University Dr, Fort Worth
Cost: No cover; food and drinks are sold separately.
Scout is showing every World Cup match inside The Statler, pairing tournament viewing with games, food and themed cocktails. The downtown entertainment venue also has branded activations, giveaways and specialty drinks inspired by the tournament.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; every match
Where: Scout at The Statler, 1914 Commerce St, Dallas
Cost: No general admission charge is listed; food, drinks and games cost extra.
Soccer: More Than a Game at the Perot Museum
The Perot Museum’s interactive soccer exhibit explores the science, culture and global reach of the world’s most popular sport. With the World Cup coming to North Texas, the exhibit gives families a timely way to connect soccer with physics, technology and international culture.
When: Through September 7
Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
Cost: Exhibit tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth ages 2–12, in addition to general museum admission
Sundance Square Summer of Soccer
Sundance Square is broadcasting all 104 World Cup matches on giant outdoor screens in the heart of downtown Fort Worth. The free plaza watch parties include food vendors, bars, music and family-friendly activities, with restaurants and other downtown attractions within walking distance.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches
Where: Sundance Square Plaza, Fort Worth
Cost: Free
TOCA Social is screening every World Cup match on giant screens while offering interactive soccer games, food and drinks. Fans can book a table or combine match viewing with the venue’s soccer-inspired gaming experience.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches
Where: TOCA Social at Grandscape, 5740 Grandscape Blvd suite 110, The Colony
Cost: Varies
TUPPS Brewery Summer of Soccer
TUPPS is showing all 104 World Cup matches on its four-acre McKinney campus. The brewery adds live entertainment, giveaways, contests and special programming on select dates, with yard games, food, beer and space for families to spread out.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-5; all matches
Where: TUPPS Brewery, McKinney
Cost: Free admission; food and drinks are sold separately.
The World’s Game at Texas Live!
Texas Live! is one of the region’s biggest watch-party destinations, with a 100-foot screen, more than 120 additional televisions and bars and restaurants throughout the Arlington entertainment district.
When: Matches shown throughout the weekend
Where: Texas Live!, Arlington
Cost: Prices vary by section. Some matches have free entry. Table reservation available.
OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
North Texas Performing Arts celebrates the nation’s 250th birthday with the Tony Award-winning musical about the debate surrounding the Declaration of Independence. The production follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and the other members of the Second Continental Congress as they try to create a new nation—and somehow agree long enough to declare it.
When: Thursday, July 2, at 7:15 p.m.; Friday, July 3, at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday, July 4, at 1:15 and 7:15 p.m.; and Sunday, July 5, at 1:15 p.m.
Where: Rodenbaugh Theatre at the Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W. Park Blvd., Plano
Cost: Thursday is designated as a Gift to the Community performance. Other performances are $15 for general seating and $25 for premium front-row seating, plus a $2 theater fee.
African American Museum Dallas - Mandela: The Official Exhibition
Mandela: The Official Exhibition is a major international exhibition produced in collaboration with Round Room Live the Royal House of Mandela and authenticated by the Mandela family. It traces Mandela’s remarkable life through four immersive gallery environments, filled with personal artifacts, multimedia installations, archival photographs, and interactive experiences.
When: Daily through November 1 (Open: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday)
Where: African American Museum Dallas, Fair Park, 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas
Cost: Free
Shakespeare Dallas takes audiences down the rabbit hole with an outdoor production of “Alice in Wonderland.” Alice encounters the White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter and Queen of Hearts while trying to make sense of Wonderland’s shifting rules and unusual characters. The production is rated PG-13, and guests may bring blankets, chairs and picnic baskets.
When: Wednesday–Friday, July 1–3, 8:30 p.m.; additional performances continue Wednesdays through Fridays through July 17
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, Dallas
Cost: $15–$20; parking is $7
America 250 Colonial Experience
History moves beyond the museum display case during this interactive program celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Historical organizations will bring the colonial era to life with demonstrations and activities following McKinney’s downtown Fourth of July parade.
When: Saturday, July 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Collin County History Museum, McKinney
Cost: Free
UTA Libraries celebrates the World Cup with “Atlas of Champions,” an exhibition exploring the countries competing in the tournament through historic maps, photographs and artifacts. The collection includes more than 60 maps spanning six centuries, along with items connected to the 1994 World Cup.
When: Tuesday through Saturday, June 30–July 4, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (and Tuesdays through Saturdays through September 26
Where: UT Arlington Central Library, sixth floor, Arlington
Cost: Free
Arlington Independence Day Parade
One of the largest Independence Day parades in the country returns to Downtown Arlington with elaborate floats, marching bands, military tributes, community organizations and plenty of red, white and blue. The parade is one of Arlington’s longest-running annual traditions.
When: Saturday, July 4, at 9 a.m.
Where: Downtown Arlington
Cost: Free
Billy Bob's Concerts (Thursday: Hayden Baker / Friday: Kat Hasty / Wynn Williams)
When: Thursday at 9 p.m. / Friday at 10 p.m. / Saturday at 10 p.m.
Where: Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
Cost: $20 - $40
DMA Free First Sunday: Access for All
The Dallas Museum of Art opens its permanent collection and special exhibitions to the public at no charge during its monthly Free First Sunday. The day also includes Open Studio activities and a docent-led highlights tour through the museum’s collection.
When: Sunday, July 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood St., Dallas
Cost: Free; museum garage parking is $25.
Dallas Arboretum: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies
Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies turns the Dallas Arboretum into an open-air art exhibition from April 20 through September 30, featuring 28 large-scale installations and more than 100 works by the internationally recognized neo-expressionist artist. Known for his bold color, layered texture, and recurring images from the natural world, Slonem places monumental sculptures of rabbits, birds, and butterflies throughout the garden, with additional pieces displayed inside the Historic Camp House. The exhibition is included with regular garden admission or membership, and select evenings from May 1 through September 27 will also feature Twilight Nights, offering a different view of the artwork as the garden shifts into dusk.
When: April 20 – September 30
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
Cost: Garden admission (around $26)
Dallas Arboretum Independence Day Family Fun Weekend
The Dallas Arboretum will fill three days with live music, a petting zoo, children’s activities, garden demonstrations and historical tours of the DeGolyer House. Visitors can also catch the Garden Chef Series, explore the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden and see the Arboretum’s summer floral displays.
When: Friday, July 3, through Sunday, July 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
Cost: Admission on July 4 is $17.76 for adults and children. Regular admission prices apply July 3 and 5.
Dallas Arboretum: Twilight Nights
The Dallas Arboretum remains open after its normal daytime hours for four evenings of gardens, art, food, drinks and live entertainment. Guests can wander the grounds after the heat of the afternoon and see the Arboretum’s monumental Hunt Slonem sculptures in the evening light.
When: Thursday, July 2, through Sunday, July 5, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
Cost: Admission on July 4 is $17.76 for adults and children. Regular admission prices apply July 3 and 5.
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad gets a prehistoric makeover with Dinos on the Tracks. Families can meet friendly dinosaurs, hear stories at the Cotton Belt Depot and climb aboard a themed train ride, then explore the free “Be the Dinosaur” exhibit nearby.
When: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from June 3 - August 8 / departures at 10:40 a.m.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Grapevine
Cost: $20–$22 per person; parking is free
Dinosaur Quest at Tower Gallery
Grapevine continues its dinosaur-themed summer with a new hands-on exhibit at Tower Gallery. Young visitors can work their way through a maze-style adventure while learning about paleontology and testing their skills as junior fossil hunters.
When: Saturday, June 13 - August 30; open Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Grapevine Tower Gallery
Cost: $3 per person; free for children under 2
Two con artists discover they have both been making a living swindling wealthy women, setting up a not-so-friendly competition on the French Riviera. Theatre Three opens its production of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” a musical comedy filled with deception, rivalry and plenty of theatrical mischief.
When: Thursdays - Sundays through July 12
Where: Norma Young Arena Stage at Theatre Three, Dallas
Cost: $40 for adults and $37 for seniors. Select matinee tickets are $20.
Runners can begin Independence Day with a trip down the Katy Trail. The morning includes a timed 5K, a one-mile fun run and dog walk, brunch at the Katy Trail Ice House and an awards ceremony after the races.
When: Saturday, July 4. The 5K begins at 8 a.m., followed by the one-mile fun run and dog walk at 8:05 a.m.
Where: Katy Trail Ice House, 3127 Routh St., Dallas
Cost: $65 for the 5K and $55 for the one-mile fun run and dog walk, before processing fees.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden: Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden opens Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!, featuring more than 40 bright, oversized nature-inspired sculptures made with LEGO bricks.
When: Opens Friday, May 22; continues daily through Sept. 7
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Cost: Included with garden admission; admission is $12 adults, $6 children, and free for children under 2.
Gaylord Texan All-American SummerFest
Gaylord Texan launches a summer-long celebration with resort activities inspired by America’s 250th birthday. Guests can find live entertainment, pool parties, scavenger hunts, light shows, silent discos, dive-in movies and other seasonal experiences across the Grapevine resort.
When: Thursday–Sunday, July 2-4; seasonal programming continues through Sept. 7
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine
Cost: Prices vary by activity and resort package. Some experiences are reserved for overnight guests.
George W. Bush Presidential Center: America 250 Celebration
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with free admission to the George W. Bush Presidential Museum (courtesy of Sewell Automotive Companies). Explore the permanent exhibit, which offers a moving exhibit on September 11, 2001, a replica Oval Office, and an interactive experience in presidential decision-making through the Decision Points Theater. Also on display is the special exhibit, Game Changer: United by Sports, presented by Garry Weber, which showcases how sports bridge divides and foster unity across cultures through rare artifacts and inspirational stories.
When: Thursday, July 3 - Monday, July 6
Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, Dallas
Cost: FREE
The Holy Sepulcher: Treasures from the Terra Sancta Museum, Jerusalem
This extraordinary exhibition showcases more than sixty objects in silver, gold, enamel, and precious jewels, given by European monarchs and rulers to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, a site of Christian devotion and pilgrimage, where they have been used in religious ceremonies for centuries. Including dazzling reliquaries, crosses, candlesticks, chalices, and vestments representing the height of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century craftsmanship, many of these objects have no equivalent anywhere else in the world. Traveling to only two venues in North America, the exhibition represents the first—and possibly only—time these treasures will be seen in the US.
When: Through July 12
Where: Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth
Cost: $14-$18 general exhibition admission
Imperial Brass Band Performances
A brass quintet will fill Galleria Dallas with patriotic music during a series of free lunchtime performances. The indoor setting also makes this an easy option for families hoping to escape the afternoon heat.
When: Friday, July 3, through Sunday, July 5, from noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Level 1 near Alo at Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas
Cost: Free
Lakewood Mini-Marathon Fun Run and Parade
East Dallas begins the holiday with a roughly 1.2-mile neighborhood fun run, followed by a community parade featuring decorated bikes, wagons, strollers and floats. The event has become a Fourth of July tradition for families throughout the Lakewood area.
When: Saturday, July 4. The fun run begins at 8 a.m., followed by the parade at 10 a.m.
Where: Begins at Lakewood Boulevard and Cambria Boulevard, Dallas
Cost: Free
McKinney Hometown Parade and East Louisiana Block Party
Downtown McKinney starts Independence Day with a hometown parade featuring community organizations, festive floats and local groups. The celebration continues after the parade with family activities, shopping, dining and the East Louisiana Block Party.
When: Saturday, July 4. The parade begins at 10 a.m., followed by the block party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Historic Downtown McKinney
Cost: Free
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo returns with bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding, mutton bustin’ and a live country concert. The long-running North Texas tradition gives families a full Saturday night of Western competition and entertainment.
When: Saturday, July 4, 7:30 p.m. (also Saturday nights through August)
Where: Mesquite Arena, Mesquite
Cost: Tickets start at $11.65
Main Street Social Saturdays in Dallas
Several blocks of Main Street close to vehicles for an open-streets event in downtown Dallas. Visitors can walk through a local vendor market, see chalk art, hear live music and take part in family-friendly activities without the usual downtown traffic.
When: Saturday, July 4, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; additional event July 11
Where: Main Street District, Dallas
Cost: Free
Plano’s unusual new museum explores the legends, alleged evidence and reported sightings behind creatures such as Bigfoot, Mothman and mysterious swamp beasts. The indoor exhibition features full-size recreations, immersive environments and displays inspired by North American folklore.
When: Thursdays - Sundays through August 30 (closed on July 4)
Where: North American Cryptid Museum at Dark Hour, 701 Taylor Drive, Plano
Cost: Tickets range from $16 to $46.95.
Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Wilco, Sheryl Crow & More
Willie Nelson’s traveling festival begins its 2026 tour in North Texas with one of the weekend’s biggest concert lineups. Willie Nelson & Family headline a full day that also includes Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Particle Kid with Daniel Lanois and Lily Meola.
When: Friday, July 3. Doors open at 1 p.m. and music begins at 2 p.m.
Where: The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
Cost: $24 and up
Patriotic Pops Concert in the Park
The Plano Community Band presents a musical tribute to the branches of the United States Armed Forces. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, folding chairs and a picnic to enjoy under the shade trees at Haggard Park.
When: Friday, July 3, from 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St., Plano
Cost: Free
Peppa Pig Theme Park has its summer celebration with interactive activities, character experiences and splash-pad fun for younger children. The seasonal programming is included with regular park admission and adds extra reasons for families to make a day of the North Richland Hills attraction.
When: Daily through August 16 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Where: Peppa Pig Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth, North Richland Hills
Cost: Admission starts around $26 in advance; children under 2 are free
Phenomenomaly at Meow Wolf Grapevine
Meow Wolf’s immersive summer performance series returns inside The Real Unreal. As visitors explore the attraction, they can encounter interactive theater, music, comedy and large-scale visual moments connected to the fictional migration of the cosmic “flickerwerms.”
When: Daily from June 5 through August 9
Where: Meow Wolf Grapevine at Grapevine Mills
Cost: Included with Meow Wolf admission; tickets start around $41 for adults and $21 for children. Children under 4 are free.
The Princess Bride: The Parody
Art Centre Theatre offers a comic spin on “The Princess Bride,” following Buttercup, Westley, Prince Humperdinck and a memorable group of outlaws through an adventure filled with romance, danger and familiar twists. Fans of the original story can expect a playful stage version that leans into the humor.
When: Friday–Saturday, July 4-5, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Art Centre Theatre, 5220 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Cost: $20, plus taxes and fees
Rockwall’s Concert by the Lake series continues July 9 with Nate Burnham in concert.
When: Returns Thursday, July 9, 7–9 p.m.
Where: The Harbor, Rockwall
Cost: Free
Rockwall San Jacinto Music Series
Downtown Rockwall’s San Jacinto Music Series returns July 10 and 11 with Chad Costa on Friday and The Frozen Concoctions on Saturday.
When: Returns Friday–Saturday, July 10-11, 7–9:30 p.m.
Where: San Jacinto Plaza, Rockwall
Cost: Free
Shakespeare Dallas: The Merry Wives of Windsor
Falstaff tries to improve his finances by courting two wealthy married women, but his plan unravels when they discover he sent them identical love letters. The women turn the tables with a series of elaborate pranks in Shakespeare’s comedy of deception, jealousy and revenge. Guests may bring blankets, chairs, food, beer and wine to the outdoor performance.
When: Saturday–Sunday, July 4–5, 8:30 p.m.; additional performances continue through July 19
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, Dallas
Cost: $15–$20; parking is $7.
Internationally celebrated Punjabi singer, poet, composer and actor Satinder Sartaaj brings his “Shayar” concert to the Winspear Opera House. His music blends Punjabi folk traditions, Sufi influences, classical sounds and poetry.
When: Sunday, July 5, at 6 p.m.
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas
Cost: $63 and up
The Firehouse Theatre brings Shrek, Donkey, Princess Fiona and a collection of fairy-tale misfits to the stage. The family musical follows the unlikely hero as he leaves his swamp, attempts a rescue and discovers that appearances do not always tell the full story.
When: Thursday–Friday, July 2-3, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 4 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 5, 2:30 p.m.; run continues through July 12
Where: The Firehouse Theatre, Farmers Branch
Cost: $35–$38
Cowtown Coliseum offers a full slate of Western competition throughout the holiday weekend. The schedule includes the PBR Stockyards Showcase on Thursday, afternoon and evening Stockyards Championship Rodeos on Friday and Saturday and an Ultimate Bullfighters event Sunday.
When: Thursday, July 2, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, July 3, at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 4, at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, July 5, at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth
Cost: $26 and up
Texas Pool Independence Day Celebration
The historic saltwater Texas Pool hosts an afternoon of swimming, pool games and family activities. Guests can bring coolers with food and nonalcoholic drinks, use the picnic and grilling areas and meet costumed mermaids during special appearances.
When: Saturday, July 4, from noon to 6 p.m.
Where: The Texas Pool, 901 Springbrook Drive, Plano
Cost: $10 per person; children 2 and younger are free. Supporting members swim free, and their guests are $5.
Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers
The Rangers host the Detroit Tigers for three games at Globe Life Field over the holiday weekend. Saturday’s game is Military Appreciation Day, while Sunday includes a special global-soccer-themed jersey offer for fans who purchase the designated theme ticket.
When: Thursday, July 2, at 7:05 p.m.; Saturday, July 4, at 3:05 p.m.; and Sunday, July 5, at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Drive, Arlington
Cost: $15 and up
The Walt Disney Studios and World War II Exhibition
The Walt Disney Studios and World War II explores how the famous animation studio shifted into wartime service after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. The exhibition features more than 500 artifacts, film clips, and historical materials showing how Disney artists created training films, public information shorts, and military insignia while also producing artwork used in wartime campaigns at home. It also highlights the role Walt Disney and his staff played in supporting the Allied effort, using familiar characters and animation to inform the public, boost troop morale, and promote initiatives like rationing, recycling, and war bond drives.
When: March 13 - September 10
Where: Dallas Holocaust and Human Right Museum, Dallas
Cost: $12 and up (free for students)
Universal Kids Resort Opening Weekend
North Texas’ newest theme park celebrates its first weekend after officially opening July 1. Designed specifically for families with younger children, the Frisco resort includes seven lands featuring Shrek, SpongeBob SquarePants, the Minions, Trolls, Jurassic World, Puss in Boots and Gabby’s Dollhouse.
When: Thursday, July 2, through Sunday, July 5; operating hours vary by date.
Where: Universal Kids Resort, Frisco
Cost: One day admission - $54.99 and up / Two day - $73.99 and up
WhoaZone at Grapevine offers a floating obstacle-course water park on Lake Grapevine, with climbing, sliding, jumping and splashing for active families. Meadowmere Park also has beach and lake access, so non-participants can still come along and enjoy the park.
When: Daily through September 7 / Mon - Fri: 12pm - 7pm / Sat & Sun: 11am - 7pm
Where: Meadowmere Park, Grapevine
Cost: $23 and up; Meadowmere Park entry is $10 per car, with higher holiday rates.
