If you're looking for ideas on things to do this weekend around DFW, look no further! KRLD's John Liddle takes you 'Around Town' with plenty of fun things to do on date nights, singles nights, family outings, and more for July 18 - July 21.
Basically Beethoven Festival
Free, classical music concerts on Sundays in July at 2:30 pm in a welcoming environment for all ages. The Basically Beethoven Festival was Fine Arts Chamber Players’ inaugural concert series. Since 1981, the Festival has provided North Texas with free chamber music concerts during the month of July, a traditionally slow time for arts events in Dallas. The Festival features professional musicians from local ensembles performing a diverse range of music.
Where: Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St, Dallas
When: Sunday, July 21 at 2:30 p.m.and Sunday, July 28 at 2:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.basicallybeethoven.org/concerts-festival
The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys - ENDLESS SUMMER GOLD. For more than six decades, The Beach Boys’ music has been an indelible part of American history. Their brilliant harmonies conveyed simple truths through sophisticated, pioneering musical arrangements. The Beach Boys transcended their music and have come to represent Californian culture.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Texas Trust Way, Grand Prairie
When: Sunday, July 21 at 5 p.m.
Cost: $39 and up
More info: https://texastrustcutheatre.com/events/detail/?event_id=542532
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Chris Brown - The 11:11 Tour
CHRIS BROWN – 11:11 TOUR is in town for two nights. Brown added a second date to Dickies Arena – Saturday, July 20 with Special Guests MUNI LONG & MAETA.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: Friday, July 19 at 7:30 p.m. / Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: 300+ on resale market
More info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2024-07-20-chris-brown/
Dallas Arboretum: Summer at the Arboretum
As part of the Dallas Arboretum’s Summer at the Arboretum programming, indulge in a tropical paradise right in the heart of Dallas. This year’s Swinging Summer Hammock Exhibit features 150 free standing hammocks in the shady Pecan Grove. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the ambiance of summer. Celebrate the colors and beauty of tropical flora. June features over 70,000 new plantings including monstera, elephant ears, cannas, bird of paradise, bromeliads, bougainvillea, and more.
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
When: June 1 – August 4
Cost: $10 - $16
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/event/memorial-day-weekend/
Dallas Summer Boat Show
Discover a wide array of options at the Dallas Boat Show. With hundreds of exhibitors, you'll find personal watercraft, fishing boats, ski boats, pontoons, and the latest in marine technology and equipment. The event provides excellent opportunities to explore deals on essential items for your next family outing on the water. Additionally, the show features community organizations, media partners, and various exhibitors, offering enjoyable and informative experiences for all ages.
Where: Dallas Market Hall, Dallas
When: July 18-21
Cost: $15 - Adults / $8 Ages 5-13 / 4 and under free
More info: https://dallasboatexpo.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/
Disney's The Little Mermaid
Join Ariel and friends in Dallas Theater Center’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid! This production is uniquely created by the people of Dallas for the people of Dallas with over 150 community members! With unforgettable songs such as “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Kiss the Girl,” this production promises to be a magical experience for audiences of all ages!
Where: Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas
When: July 16-21; July 23-28; July 30-August 4
Cost: $50 and up
More info: https://dallastheatercenter.org/shows/disneys-the-little-mermaid/
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/
Frank Caliendo
Comedian and impressionist Frank Caliendo brings his extensive range of celebrity impersonations to Addison this weekend. His career took off with regular appearances on "Mad TV" and "Fox NFL Sunday," where he showcased his talent for mimicking public figures such as John Madden, George W. Bush, and Al Pacino. Caliendo has also starred in his own show, "Frank TV," and made numerous guest appearances on late-night talk shows. Beyond television, he performs stand-up comedy nationwide, drawing large audiences with his humor and spot-on impressions.
Where: The Addison Improv, 4980 Belt Line Rd #250, Dallas
When: July 19-20
Cost: $45 and up
More Info: https://improvtx.com/addison/comic/frank+caliendo/
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
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/
Kiss Me Kate
In this classic musical filled with memorable Cole Porter songs, a feuding divorced couple find themselves starring opposite each other in a musical adaptation of Taming of the Shrew.
Where: Stolen Shakespeare Guild, 1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth
When: July 19-21; July 25-28
Cost: $16 and up
More Info: https://www.stolenshakespeareguild.org/show/kiss-me-kate
Lamb of God and Mastodon
Lamb Of God & Mastodon: ASHES OF LEVIATHAN TOUR
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
When: Friday, July 19 at 6 p.m.
Cost: $19 and up
More Info: https://texastrustcutheatre.com/events/detail/?event_id=530012
Mamma Mia!
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.
For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.
Where: Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth
When: July 16-21
Cost: $44 and up
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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/
Missy Elliott - OUT OF THIS WORLD - THE EXPERIENCE
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: Sunday, July 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $106 and up
More Info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2024-07-21-missy-elliott/
Moon Day
The Frontiers of Flight Museum is pleased to host its 16th Moon Day annual event!
Moon Day not only celebrates the Apollo 11 landing anniversary, but also showcases the past, present, and future of space exploration. Join us for activities that include family-oriented space-themed exhibits, activities, and presentations geared towards all ages.
Where: Frontiers of Flight Museum, 6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas
When: Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $15-$20 (event free with museum admission)
More info: https://flightmuseum.com/events/moonday/
One Slight Hitch
From the playwright who brought us Baskerville comes another murderously fun ride! One of Agatha Christie’s greatest novels springs to life in this thrilling new stage adaptation. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. By morning, an American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times and with his door locked from the inside. Was it the Colonel, the Countess, the American Traveler or the Russian Princess? Or perhaps it was the English Beauty, the American Assistant, the French Conductor or the Swedish Missionary. The eccentric collection of passengers become suspects and the world-famous detective Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer before he or she decides to strike again!
Where: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson
When: July 18 - July 28
Cost: $22 and up
More info: https://richardsontheatrecentre.net/
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: July 18-21; July 25-28; August 1-4; 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
Scenes from The Odyssey
This dramatic adaptation of Homer's myth begins with a modern young woman who is struggling to understand Robert Fitzgerald's translation of The Odyssey. A classical muse appears, and the young woman becomes the goddess Athena--a tireless advocate for Odysseus in his struggle to get home. With her trademark irreverent and witty twist on classic works, Zimmerman brings to life the story of Odysseus's ten-year journey, depicting his encounters with characters such as Circe, the Cyclops, Poseidon, Calypso, the Sirens, and others.
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy, Dallas
When: July 17-19
Cost: $20 and up
More info: https://shakespearedallas.ticketspice.com/shakespeare-dallas-2024-season
Shrek the Musical
This Tony Award-winning fairy tale musical adventure brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life.
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St, Dallas
When: July 18-20
Cost: $50 and up
More info: https://attpac.org/event/shrek-the-musical
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
Tate McRae
TATE MCRAE: THINK LATER TOUR
Where: Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, Irving
When: Saturday, July 20 at 8 p.m.
Cost: $72 and up
More info: https://www.tatemcrae.com/
Texas Gypsies
The award-winning recipe for THE TEXAS GYPSIES’ sound blends the “Vintage Jazz-Swing" cool hep cat sounds of the 1920s ‘Great Gatsby’ era with the Big Band Swing sound of the 1930's and 40’s. They incorporate elements of Western Swing, sprinkle in Django style Gypsy Jazz, and add a touch of Retro Deco Rock ‘n’ Roll. This eclectic band mixes passionate violin, a blazing horn section, rockin’-swingin’ guitars, slappin’ upright bass, and retro style drumming to create their own unique, classy, and fun sound!
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell
When: Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $35
More info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/texas-gypsies
Twelfth Night
Shakespeare Dallas presents Twelfth Night. Viola and her twin brother, Sebastian have been shipwrecked; each believes the other to have drowned. Viola disguises herself as a young man, and under the name Cesario, gets a job as a servant for the Duke, Orsino.
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy, Dallas
When: July 20-21
Cost: $15-$50
More info
Wagon Wheels West
Whoop-i-e-e-ee! Hold on, ’pawdners,’ for a rip-snortin’, rootin’-tootin’ musical spoof of the Old West. This fast-paced comedy is filled with a goofy stable of hilarious characters: our trailblazin’ hero, Chuck Wagon, our sweet heroine, Candy Cane and the villainous crooked card dealer, Smiling Slade Claggett. A wagon train breaks down at Whistling Skull Rock, outside the tiny town of Vinegar Bottle (famed for its ’I’m O.K. You’re O.K. Corral’). The wagon train promptly gets robbed by the mysterious outlaw known as ’The Snake.’ Through a crazy twist in the plot, Chuck is accused of being the bandit. Proving his innocence isn’t easy... but it is a hoot!
Where: Plaza Theater, 521 W State St, Garland
When: July 19-21
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://www.simpletix.com/e/wagon-wheels-west-tickets-142245
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