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Celebrate Valentine's Day in Arlington

Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Don’t stress out about planning the perfect Valentine’s Day for your special someone, we’ve found all the things to do in Arlington to help you celebrate your love. Read more below for all the information on special events, activities, and curated limited-time menus. Grey Area…

College Park Center: Know Before You Go

PARKING. IT'S NOT GOING ANYWHERE There are three parking garages right by College Park Center (Park North, Park Central, and Park South). Parking rates vary by event, so make sure you check out the event page for parking info and the UTA campus map and College Park District map for directions to parking. We recommend cash to pay for the hassle free…

Your Guide to Juneteenth in Arlington

Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and commemorates the day when federal troops arrived in Texas to ensure that all enslaved people be freed. Although the federal holiday is June 19, we’re celebrating all week long! Arlington Juneteenth Celebration Spend your Saturday downtown at the Levitt Pavilion! On Saturday, June 15…

Total Solar Eclipse in Arlington

ICYMI: There is TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE on April 8, 2024 that will cross North America. A total eclipse happens when the Moon passes the Sun and Earth, completely blocks the face of the Sun, and the sky darkens like it’s dawn or dusk. While total solar eclipses happen every one to three years, they are typically only visible from Earth’s poles or from…

TEXAS RANGERS VICTORY PARADE

For the first time in franchise history, the TEXAS RANGERS ARE WORLD CHAMPS! THEY WENT AND TOOK IT, and Arlington is ready to celebrate! Here’s everything you need to know if you’re heading to The District for the parade. ***We will continue to update as more information becomes available.*** Parade route and map provided by City of Arlington…

Things To Do: Rangers World Championship 2023

Watch Parties Official Away Game Watch Parties at Globe Life Field Come cheer on YOUR Texas Rangers in their home field, while they are away! General Admission is $10 to get into Globe Life Field to watch away games three, four and, if necessary, game five. Parking is free. Texas Live! Rangers World Championship Watch Parties For ALL home…

The Non-Swiftie's Guide to The Eras Tour

If you’re reading this, you’re probably not a Swiftie, but maybe you know some tid-bits because you know a Swiftie or two. OR, you are a Swiftie and you’re going to the concert of the century (aka The Eras Tour) with someone you need to get up to speed on the Swiftie 411. This is not to say you won’t have the time of your life at The Eras Tour…

How to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Arlington

Welcome to the Year of the Cat (or Rabbit depending on what culture you celebrate)! While across Asia, 2023 is designated as another Year of the Rabbit, Vietnam and the Gurung people of Nepal celebrate cats as the zodiac animal to bring in this new year. * The most common explanation for the difference between the Chinese New Year rabbit and…

Scary Fun Things To Do Halloween Weekend in Arlington

Spooky season is upon us. The time has come to run amok around town for all the Halloween fun. A World of Wonderful has you covered from family-friendly events to bring the little ones along to bloodcurdling scares that just might keep you up at night. You know what they say: "Life's no fun without a good scare." Six Flags Fright Fest…

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