Now thru Sept. 6, 2010 - Gaylord Texan SummerFest Wonderland Adventure
(Grapevine, TX)
Gaylord Texan’s SummerFest Wonderland Adventure brings to life author Lewis Carroll’s original vision of the magical place called Wonderland. Guests will enjoy fun-filled exhibits, performances and games for both the young and the young at heart! Journey Down The Rabbit Hole 3-D Black Light Maze, PHOTO with ALICE and the Cheshire Cat, Rock Band Bar Nights, wine and cheese tastings, family dive in movies, fireworks and more. Visit
www.gaylordhotels.com
for more information.
Now thru Aug. 28, 2010 – Mesquite Championship Rodeo
(Mesquite, TX)
Every Friday and Saturday night in 2010 (June 4th – August 28th) thousands of visitors will witness the thrills of the original western sport: the rodeo! We work hard to provide an exciting place where children and adults can be safe and still get close to the action: crazy clowns, brave cowboys, talented cowgirls, fast horses and big bulls. Many of our guests are coming to see their first professional rodeo so you may see people from many nationalities and countries. Families with children can enjoy face painting, cowboy autographs, visit the western store, eat at the BBQ pavillion or experience either a pony ride or petting zoo. The rodeo will open with an exciting new laser show followed by all the rodeo events you’ve come to expect at a championship rodeo: Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, and Team Roping. Visit
www.mesquiterodeo.com for more information.
Jul.
28 - Aug. 8, 2010 - Ringling Brothers
and Barnum & Bailey Circus (Dallas, TX)
Through the mystery of magic and the mastery of skill, audiences will be spellbound as Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey presents ZING ZANG ZOOM, a thrill-filled mind-blowing circus spectacular where family fun is no illusion coming to American Airlines Center July 28 – August 8. Magical Zingmaster Alex and his assistant, the alluring Levitytia, lead audiences through a revealing kaleidoscope of color and imagery revealing extraordinary worlds of fantasy, flight and phenomena that celebrates the uplifting spirit of the circus and wards of cynical Mr. Gravity and his team of "heavies" who try to bring everyone down. For more details please visit www.ringling.com
or www.americanairlinescenter.com
Aug. 4 - 5,
2010 - Shen Yun Performing Arts (Fort Worth, TX)
After touring over 100 cities on five continents, Shen Yun Performing Arts comes to Fort Worth for a spectacular, original production of Chinese dance and music. Here's your chance to experience the show that has left millions in awe. Discover for yourself the brilliant choreography, gorgeous costumes, and state-of-the-art backdrops that have astounded audiences everywhere.
Presented by: New Tang Dynasty Television & Southern USA Falun Dafa Association.
For details on this event, please visit www.basshall.com
Aug. 5, 2010 - Mayor's Back to School Fair
(Dallas, TX)
The 14th Annual Mayor's Back to School Fair will be presented by Walmart and Sam's Club on Thursday, August 5, 2010, at Fair Park's Automobile and Centennial Buildings. "The Mayor's Back to School Fair is a collaborative effort between the City of Dallas, Dallas area schools, public health departments, state agencies, non-profit organizations, corporations and hundreds of volunteers. For more information and details, please visit
www.themayorsbacktoschoolfair.com
Aug. 6, 2010 – The Wiggies Wiggly Circus
(Grand Prairie, TX)
Appearing at the Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie, from the "land down under" to "Top of the Tots", combine four awesome Aussies in red, blue, yellow, and purple skivvies (T-shirts), add a green dinosaur who loves roses, a friendly pirate, a happy dog and a music making octopus, put it all together with music, movement and an educational twist and you have The Wiggles! Everyone loves the circus and The Wiggles Wiggly Circus promises to capture all of the excitement of being at the Big Top. This wiggly extravaganza features acrobats, gymnasts, dancers, trapeze artists and more. Visit
www.verizontheatre.com
for details.
Aug. 7, 2010 – Brad Paisley in Concert
(Dallas, TX)
Country singer Brad Paisley comes to the Superpages.com Center in Dallas August 7 at 4:00 p.m. Visit
www.eventticketscenter.com
for more details.
Aug.
7-8, 2010 - 21st Annual Yellow Rose
Classic (Fort Worth, TX)
The North Texas Mustang Club hosts the 21st Annual Yellow Rose Southwest All Ford Nationals. This is the largest indoor all-Ford car show in the Southwest. Over 200 vehicles will be on display at the Amon G. Carter, Jr., Exhibits Hall at the Will Rogers Memorial Center Any Ford, any year, must be Ford powered. Judging based on detail, workmanship, and cleanliness. Show off your prized possession or attend and enjoy the cool indoors during the dog days of August! For more information visit our web site at
www.yellowrosecarshow.com
Aug.
7 & 8, 2010
- 2010 Viva Dallas! Hispanic Expo
(Dallas,
TX)
More than 250 exhibitors and an expanded Health and Wellness Pavilion providing free health screenings and information; Education Pavilion providing information on higher education by area universities; new to Viva Dallas the Green Pavilion providing information on environmentally friendly cleaning products, office supplies and more, and Quinceaneras y Novias. Live Entertainment throughout both days with local talent groups providing cultural dancing and music.
For complete details, please visit www.gdhcc.com
Aug. 9, 2010 – American Idols Live –
(Dallas, TX)
Ameican Idols Live arrives at American Airlines Center on August 9th. The top ten finalist - Aaron Kelly, Andrew Garcia, Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Didi Benami, Katie Stevens, Lee De Wyze, Michael Lynche, Siobhan Magnus and Tim Urban - will all be a part of American Idols Live. Visit
www.americanairlinescenter.com
for more details.
Aug. 10, 2010 – Christina Aguiler in Concert
(Dallas, TX)
American pop singer and songwriter Christina Aguiler appears at the Superpages.com Center formerly the Smirnoff Music Centre August 10 at 7:30.Visit p.m. Visit
www.eventticketscenter.com
for ticket information and details.
Aug.
11 - Aug. 15, 2010 - Ringling Brothers
and Barnum & Bailey Circus
(Fort Worth, TX)
Through the mystery of magic and the mastery of skill, audiences will be spellbound as Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey presents ZING ZANG ZOOM, a thrill-filled mind-blowing circus spectacular where family fun is no illusion coming to
the Ft. Worth Convention Center August 11 thru the 15th. Magical Zingmaster Alex and his assistant, the alluring
Levitytia, lead audiences through a revealing kaleidoscope of color and imagery revealing extraordinary worlds of fantasy, flight and phenomena that celebrates the uplifting spirit of the circus and wards of cynical Mr. Gravity and his team of "heavies" who try to bring everyone down. For more details please visit www.ringling.com
Aug. 13- 15, 2010 - Arlington Peddler Show
(Arlington, TX)
Featuring quality, handmade arts and craft, hand-thrown pottery, stylish fashions, unique jewelry, decorative florals, attractive home décor, yummy foods, colorful ceramics, cool folk art and more! This is definitely an event you won’t want to miss! For more information, visit
www.peddlershow.com
Aug. 13 - 14,
2010- 17th Annual Europa Super Show & Sports EXPO
(Dallas, TX)
This years Europa Super Show & Sports EXPO will feature Pro Men & Women Bodybuilding to a Hot Rod & Customer Car Show to Teenage Power lifting and Hot Mom “Fit” Model Contest, Dallas Motorcycle Super Show, and much more. For details on this big event, please visit
www.supershowexpo.com
or call 972-567-0204.
Aug. 14,
2010
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UCP Life Without Limits Run, Walk & Roll (Dallas, TX)
This year marks the fourteenth anniversary of our annual fundraising event; and while the name may have changed last year to reflect the mission of United Cerebral Palsy of North Texas and our deep commitment to that mission, the support and enthusiasm of our fundraisers continues to grow stronger than ever! The “Life Without Limits” Run, Walk & Roll on Saturday, August 15th from 7am-11am is a community event featuring a certified 5K Run, and a 1K Family Fun Walk & Roll through picturesque Reverchon Park. The event features sponsors and community partners in a helpful Resource area, as well as family-friendly acts such as face painting, balloon artists, and more. For details of this event, please visit
www.lifewithoutlimitsrwr.org
Aug. 16
- 22, 2010 - KRLD Restaurant Week (DFW
area Restaurants)
Dallas/Fort Worth: KRLD Restaurant Week presented by Central Market. Get acquainted with DFW’s hottest menus, while supporting local restaurants and charities. Summer dining deal features three-course prix fixe meals priced at only $35/person (tax, tip and drinks billed separately). Reservations required. Founded by KRLD Radio, the 13th annual promo benefits the North Texas Food Bank in Dallas and the Lena Pope Home in Fort Worth ($7 of each meal goes to charity). Look for the full list of participating establishments beginning Monday, July 12 (“Reservation Day”) at
www.krld.com
Aug. 17, 2010 - Speedway Children’s Charities Tony Stewart “Smoke Show”
(Fort Worth, TX)
Don't miss out on an experience of a lifetime! A fantasy driving camp with none other than "Smoke" himself. On Tuesday, August 17, 2010 Tony will be back in town to raise money for children in need in North Texas as well as for the Tony Stewart Foundation. You will drive an authentic NASCAR race car on The Great American Speedway® with Tony Stewart giving you personalized feedback. And it just wouldn't be a show without Tony Stewart driving hot laps at top speeds - and how about you ride along with him? To reserve your spot, please call (817) 215-8564.
Details on this event may be found at texas.speedwaycharities.org/events
Aug. 19, 2010 – Gordon Lightfoot Live In Concert
(Grand Prairie, TX)
Coming to the Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie Gordon Lightfoot Live In Concert August 19, 8:00 p.m. Gordon Lightfoot is widely considered to be a modern day troubadour, whose time-defying style and legendary hits have made him one of North America's most anticipated live performers. Visit
www.verizontheatre.com for details and ticket information.
Aug.
20 - 22, 2010 - 23rd Annual Lions Club Balloon Festival and Fair
(Highland Village, TX)
Balloon glows, on stage entertainment, food and drink vending, covered / lighted tents for arts and crafters. From these humble beginnings, the Lions Club Balloon Festival & Fair at Highland Village, Texas, has grown to be the largest scheduled event in Denton County with upward of 25,000 people attending. The Lions Club Balloon Festival & Fair is truly the premier event of Denton County. For scheduled events and times, visit
www.hvballoonfest.org
Aug. 20 - 28,
2010 -82nd
Annual North Texas
State Fair and Rodeo (Denton, TX)
“Let’s Ride” - This annual event is one that shouldn't be missed with something for everyone in the family. The North Texas State Fair and Rodeo offers a spectacular midway of carnival rides, a great rodeo, live stock show, fishing, and lots of great food. For more information on this event, please visit them on line at
www.northtexasstatefair.com
Admission for Adult Tickets are $12.00; Children Tickets $5.00; and Parking is only $5.00.
Aug. 20 - 21, 2010 - Women of Faith Conference
(Dallas, TX)
Make plans now to be part of Women of Faith's 2010 event, Imagine. This exciting 2-day event is Imagine. Imagine what it would be like if the God who created us was willing and able to provide exactly what we need. Why would He do that? Because He loves us. He loves YOU. Imagine that. Imagine having two days focused on God and His love for you. Join us for two days filled with laughter, music, and stories that make you chuckle even as you wipe away a knowing tear. Don't miss it! Coming to the American Airlines Center Friday, August 20 and Saturday, August 21. For details visit
www.womenoffaith.com
Aug. 20 – 22, 2010 - Sales Tax Holiday
(Texas)
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 20, 21 and 22nd - the state's annual tax holiday. Every city and local taxing jurisdiction in the state will participate in the holiday, so the tax break applies to both state and local sales taxes. For a list of items that are tax free visit the State of Texas at
www.window.state.tx.us
Aug. 21 – 23, 2009
– 2009
Fort Worth MusicFest
(Fort Worth, TX)
The Fort Worth Music Fest was created to bring awareness to the southeast area by bringing together communities with the universal sound of music. It not only serves as an integral part of cultural heritage appreciation within the community, it is the primary fund raiser for the Renaissance Cultural Center Scholarship Program. The Fort Worth Music Fest is the ONLY music fest in Fort Worth that provides such diversity with the opportunity to hear not only Smooth Jazz, but R&B, Blues, Neo-Soul, Oldies & Salsa! Located in the parking Lot of 3520 E. Berry (future site of National Cowboys of Color Museum). Events include Coors Light Main Stage with non-stop music all day long, Smokey’s Wings and more, Plenty of food vendors, arts, and crafts, A huge children’s play area sponsored by The T, Chairs will be available for rental for $5.00 dollars at the main entrance, Reserved seating available for purchase at the front of the stage for $40.00 per day or $ 100.00 for the entire weekend.
For more details visit www.fwmusicfestival.org
Aug. 26, 2010 – Sheryl Crow with Colbie Caillat in concert
(Grand Prairie, TX)
American singer-songwriter, musician and actress Sheryl Crow will be in concert with Colbie Caillat at the Verizon Theatre, formerly Nokia Theatre, August 26 at 8:00 p.m. Her music blends rock, folk and pop into one mainstream sound, and she has won nine Grammy Awards. Visit
www.verizontheatre.com for details and ticket information.
Aug.
28 - 29, 2010
- Visions : Women's Expo -
2010 (Dallas, TX)
VISIONS: The Women's Expo invites you to join us for the 21st Annual Celebration of the Last Blast of Summer. Over 300 unique displays of shopping, fashion, food, entertainment, fun, bargains, cosmetics, travel, vacation and free health & beauty screenings. Indulge yourself with free facials, free hair styling, meet with leading community organizations, enjoy interactive displays or relax with a glass of wine in the garden. So grab your friends, bring your family, but get ready to have fun, shop, sample and taste and you might even rub elbows with some celebrities or win a fabulous prize.
For more information, visit www.visionsexpo.com
