• The Pursuit of Happy

    "The Pursuit of Happy" blog is brought to you by the Arlington CVB, written by those who LOVE this city and all of its quirks! We strive to bring you an insider’s guide to Arlington, from our favorite restaurants and biggest attractions to hidden gems and upcoming events, our team of contributing bloggers share their personal and favorite experiences. We encourage guest bloggers to send us their experiences, too. Email your thoughts or interest in contributing to PR@arlington.org. 

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    International Bowl X - Get to Know the Opponents

    Published 1/4/2019 by Guest
    For the last ten years, the U.S. National Football Team has taken the field against other countries to compete for worldwide bragging rights. The best high school football players in the world, these athletes bring it all on the gridiron. At the 2019 International Bowl X, there will be international opponents from all over the globe. Get to know MORE ›

    What's Happening Spring 2019 in Arlington

    Published 12/26/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    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 MORE ›

    Your U.S. National Football Team is Coming to Arlington

    Published 12/17/2018 by Guest
    The regular season might be over, but that doesn’t mean high school football has stopped. Aside from UIL State High School Championships happening this week, athletes and fans alike will have the opportunity to check out the best high school football players from around the world at the tenth annual International Bowl at AT&T Stadium. USA Football, MORE ›

    Searching for Santa: 5 Places to Find The Big Man in Arlington

    Published 12/11/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    Santa Claus. St. Nick. Kris Kringle. Father Christmas. No matter which handle you prefer, there’s no denying he’s the rock star of the holiday season. If you’re in search of special moments, snapshots and selfies with the Big Man himself, here’s where you can find him in Arlington this year: Breakfast with Santa at Cliff Nelson Recreation Center MORE ›

    Need to Work Offsite? Where to Work Remotely in Arlington

    Published 11/26/2018 by Hillary Green
    The modern workforce is changing, with more workers than ever a part of the gig economy, starting their own small business, or working remotely. The standard nine-to-five day at the office is evolving as workers have increased options on where they want to work - basically, anywhere WiFi is available. While Arlington is known for its robust MORE ›

    Why I’m Thankful for Arlington

    Published 11/16/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    Title: “Why I’m Thankful for Arlington” As someone who was born and raised in Arlington—and who has also lived and worked here during multiple eras of my adult life—I’ve racked up a sizeable list of favorite places and an even larger collection of memories, as you might imagine. The older I get, the more appreciative I am of both, so it seems MORE ›

    Arlington, TX Restaurants Open for Business on Thanksgiving Day 2018

    Published 11/16/2018 by Guest
    Restaurants open on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018 Restaurant Primary Phone Hours BoomerJack's Bar & Grill (817) 275-5400 10:30 am to 11 pm Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar (817) 633-7773 10 am to 8 pm Buffalo Wings & Rings (682) 323-7099 11 am to 7 pm Chamas Do Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse (817) 375-0250 12 MORE ›

    Get into the Spirit of Arlington with These Holiday Happenings

    Published 11/7/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    November is here, and the holidays are upon us again…can you believe it? I admit that my Santa & reindeer spirit isn’t twinkly until after my jack-o-lantern is gone, the Halloween candy is consumed and my superhero costumes are snug in storage boxes again (no I don’t wear a cape year-round, although I wouldn’t mind….that would be way hipper than a MORE ›

    From a Local: Spooky Halloween Happenings in Arlington

    Published 10/9/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    I’m pretty much a fan of all holidays. Whether we’re talking Thanksgiving, the Fourth of July, Arbor Day, or National Cheeseburger Day, if it involves parties, gift-giving, good stuff to eat, or time off work, I’m all for it. But by far, my most favorite of all holidays is Halloween. I love everything about the season—black cats, candy corn, crazy MORE ›
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