Things to do in Dallas this week | Third Friday Market at The Sound | Image credit: The Sound at Cypress Waters
Here are our top things to do on a budget in Dallas Fort Worth this week (August 15 – August 21): Third Friday Market at the Sound, Summer Dance Socials – Two Step, Havana Nights: Rum Pairing and Pig Roast, and lots more!
Things To Do in Dallas This Week
Top Pick – Enjoy 14 rides for just $13.99 at Prairie Playland, Traders Village
The family-friendly amusement Star Dancer combines a carousel with a gondola wheel. The carousel starts to rotate as it ascends the 80-foot tower, and it keeps rotating as it ascends the tower until it reaches the top. Passengers receive a clear, panoramic view of the market and the metroplex when at the top.
Get more details on Star Dancer and all the other rides at Prairie Playland
Where: Prairie Playland at Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Rd, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
When: Summer Hours – Thursday, Friday (6 pm to 10 pm) and Saturday and Sunday (11 am to 8 pm)
How Much: All day pass allows you to ride any of the 14 rides for just $13.99
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Monday, August 15, 2022
Dreamgirls Musical
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What: Travel through American theatre history! Dreamgirls will take you to a time when rhythm and blues and soul music were intertwining with other music forms and sweeping over the world. In addition to iconic songs and dancing though, this musical will also explore themes of ambition, hope, and betrayal all set in the glamorous and competitive world of the entertainment industry. Book a seat now!
When: August 15, 2022 | 3:00 pm
Where: Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
How much: Starts at $44
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Havana Nights: Rum Pairing and Pig Roast
Image credit: Seven Doors Kitchen and Cocktails
What: Every night is perfect for some pig roast, don’t you agree? This Tuesday, 7 Doors will be presenting a chef dinner featuring pig roast and rum pairings with rums by SelvaRey, Don Q, and Bumbu Rum Company. There will also be some Salsa entertainment while you eat. Guayaberas & dancing shoes are also encouraged. So book your seats now before they run out.
When: August 16, 2022 | 6:30 pm
Where: Seven Doors Kitchen & Cocktails, 5774 Grandscape Blvd Ste 205, The Colony, TX 75056
How much: $100
Legacy Hall – Disney Trivia Night
What: Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo! Grab your amazing fellow Disney fans and put your Disney knowledge to the ultimate test. The team with the most points will earn $100 Hall Pass, $75 Hall Pass, and &50 Hall Pass for first, second, and third places respectively. Also, dress up in your favorite Disney character and get a chance to win magical Hall Pass prizes!
When: August 16, 2022 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano, TX 75024
How much: Free
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Summer Dance Socials – Two Step
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What: Do you want to have fun dancing the night away while polishing your dancing skills? If yes, then this is the event for you! World-class studios from Studio 22 will be at Sammons Park to teach you a different style of ballroom dancing. After the lessons, the floor is yours. This is the perfect opportunity to take a midweek break with friends or have a fun date night with your partner. There will also be wine, snacks, beer, and cocktails that will be available for purchase. Mark the date now!
When: August 17, 2022 | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Sammons Park, Historic District, 2403 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75021
How much: Free
August Paint & Sip Art with Createria Studios
Image credit: Coppell Arts Center
What: Do you need a little break in the middle of your busy week? Try out the paint and sip! This event is a great way to create not only memories but also masterpieces. Grab your friends or your partner and wine up then wind down during one of the two-hour painting classes. You don’t need any experience with art here. You just need the open spirit and willingness to try it out. Book now!
When: August 17, 2022 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Reception Hall, Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St, Coppell, TX 75019
How much: $30
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Thursday, August 18, 2022
90s Night & Silent Dance Party
What: One of our top picks for events to go to in Dallas this week for adults is this 90s Night and Silent Dance Party at Topo Chico Hard Seltzer Stage & Lawn. Get ready to get crunk and celebrate the fly-est decade ever! Get jiggy with a live performance by Hip Hop Hooray who’ll be performing the best old skool 90’s dance raps of all time. Headphones will then be handed out on a first come first serve basis for the silent dance party. Don’t miss out on this because it’s going to be da bomb!
When: August 18, 2022 | 7:oo pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Topo Chico Hard Seltzer Stage & Lawn, 5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056
How much: Free
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Friday, August 19, 2022
Third Friday Market at the Sound
Image credit: The Sound at Cypress Waters
What: Just chill out and walk around the Rogers-O’Brien Amphitheater at the Third Friday Market at the Sound. There will be over 30 artisans featuring their creations accompanied by live music under the stars. There will also be plenty of food and drinks from on-site restaurants you can enjoy. Mark your calendars now!
When: August 19, 2022 | 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Where: The Sound Stage & Amphitheater at Cypress Waters, 3111 Olympus Blvd, Coppell, TX 75019
How much: Free
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Saturday, August 20, 2022
DC Summer Series: DAY Programming 03
What: It’s going to be a busy day at Dallas Contemporary this weekend. From the morning until the afternoon, there will be various local pop-up stores featuring books, food, candles, coffee, and vintage items. There will also be an artist talk, exhibition catalog release, and signing with Natalie Wadlington. The highlight of this part of the program though is the desktop garden workshop: gardenuity. Enjoy your own personal indoor gardening experience which will come with all items that you need. This workshop is only for reservation though so book your spots now!
When: August 20, 2022 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Dallas Contemporary, 161 Glass St, Dallas, TX 75207
How much: Free
DC Summer Series: NIGHT Programming 03
What: There will be more fun at the Dallas Contemporary on the evening of this Saturday! First off, there will be DJ sets by Dallas-based creatives Iamyu + cb smoove featuring a selection of records ranging from funk, dance, and house. It will be accompanied by playful visuals by multimedia artist Ghostdrank which will be projected throughout the space. Second, there will be a tattoo pop-up featuring Kristin Wright but there are only limited slots so if you want a tat from her, better get there early. There will also be specialty cocktails available throughout the night. Last but not least, there will be exhibitions featuring solo shows by artists like Natalie Wadlington, Lonnie Holley, and Renata Morales. Don’t miss out on all this now!
When: August 20, 2022 | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Where: Dallas Contemporary, 161 Glass St, Dallas, TX 75207
How much: $20
Things to do in Dallas this Week – Sunday, August 21, 2022
Private Lives Comedy
What: In this glamorous and hilarious play, you’ll see two people drawn together again by fate. The comedy features a divorced couple who while honeymooning with their new spouses discover that their rooms are just adjacent to each other. And despite having a previously stormy relationship, they discover that they still have feelings for each other. Will it end well? Or will it just end up in a huge disaster? Watch and find out! What’s sure is that the story will be presented in a way that will tickle your sense of humor.
When: August 21, 2022 | 2:00 pm
Where: Sanders Theatre, Fort Worth Community Arts Centre, 1300 Gendy St., Fort Worth, TX 76107
How much: $24
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