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Six Flags Over Texas: Now Open Year-Round, Top 5 Things To-Do

Get your fill of screams and thrills all year long at Six Flags Over Texas! The park will be open every weekend for 2020, so you don’t have to wait until Spring Break for your adrenaline rush. There’s just something about Six Flags, whether it’s a family trip or a friend outing, that guarantees a good time in Arlington. Be sure to save on your trip…

Hot Happenings This Summer and Fall 2019 in Arlington

Arlington sizzles this summer with fun activities for all ages! And the winter months? Forgeddaboutit! They won’t put a freeze on the good times either. Depending on when you visit, you might have the chance to attend the prestigious Esports Awards, catch the final game at Globe Life Park, sing along with Billy Joel in concert, ooze into Fright…

El Diablo: Wicked New Thrills at Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas just unleashed their latest and greatest ride – El Diablo, the world’s tallest loop roller coaster. Towering above us at 100 feet, the devilish new attraction was intimidating to say the least. We got a sneak preview of the thrill ride and here’s the verdict. At first glance, the simple circular design seems like no biggie –…

What's Happening Summer 2019 in Arlington

If you are ready to shake off the winter blues and fire up your sunny summer smiles, check out Arlington's hottest upcoming events. Depending on when you visit, you might have the chance to go Code Red with A Few Good Men , catch America's Team at AT&T Stadium, ooze into Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Texas, or rock out at the all new KAABOO music…

Four Great DFW Spring Break Staycation Ideas – Part One

Growing up in Arlington, I loved the visits to Six Flags Over Texas and other local destinations my mom organized each spring break—and I also looked forward to our annual spring break excursion to The Galleria in Dallas, which included ice skating with my little brother and lunch at the legendary Highland Park Cafeteria. The Galleria outing…

What's Happening Spring 2019 in Arlington

Cool events in Arlington? Sure, we’ve got a cram-packed calendar of some of the biggest and best events on the planet. Depending on when you visit, you might have the chance to experience an Opening Day at Globe Life Park, a nail-biting game at AT&T Stadium, Spring Break at Six Flags Over Texas, or the all new KAABOO music and arts festival! Mark…

Arlington Tourism: Then & Now

Arlington has changed considerably over the years, evolving from a small cotton-ginning and farming community to one of the largest cities in Texas. But if there’s one aspect of life in Arlington that’s remained consistent, it’s tourism, which has long played an important role in the Arlington story, growing in size and stature along with Arlington…

20+ Things to do This Summer in Arlington

Pink Things at Six Flags Over Texas; ballpark nachos and Friday night fireworks at Globe Life Park; the roar of the crowd at a Dallas Wings game; and cool, dark afternoons spent at the UTA Planetarium. If you’re looking for ways to have a memorable summer in Arlington, TX, we’ve got you covered with fun ideas for your summer bucket list:…

5 Fun Things for Teenagers to Do in Arlington.

This blog was written by Haneen E., AISD Richard Greene Scholar. Please see author bio below for more information. Come Summer, teenagers are always looking for something exciting and stimulating to do. Luckily, Arlington offers many different activities that are safe, fun, and affordable. These locations allow teenagers to interact with their…

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