Weekend whirlwind
So it’s beginning to look a lot like…Easter! The sky was so blue today it looked like “Happy Little Trees” Bob Ross spilled some cerulean all over it. We have just a few blissful, fleeting days to enjoy it before the summer descends, so tool around the metroplex this weekend and make this town your b*!ch.
Featured picture of Tanner sunning in the bluebonnets of Allen. Image by Terry Roden.
Spring HOPS Beerfest in Irving
Welcome to Spring HOPS at SOJO Irving! Come sample beers from over a dozen local breweries and enjoy LIVE MUSIC from Local Yoakum and The Missing 3! GA ticket inludes : Beer Passport, Souvenir Taster Glass, Swag Bag (from vendors), and a raffle ticket! VIP GA (limited to 20) includes: everything GA plus EXCLUSIVE tastings not offered to GA, early entry (noon instead of 1pm), and an extra raffle ticket! Breweries: Texas Ale Project, Rabbit Hole Brewing, TUPPS, Franconia, Deep Ellum Brewing Company, Woodcreek, Bishop Cider, Whistle Post, No Label, Armadillo Ale Works, Rahr & Sons, Panther Island, and Karbach. Vendors: Union Growler (10% off w/ ticket purchase), Southside Swag, and more.
When: Sunday, March 25 | 1 PM – 10 PM
Where: Southern Junction Irving | Map
VINO Palooza Wine & Music Festival DALLAS
VINO Palooza is a traveling wine & music festival presented by Tier 1 Events & platinum selling recording artist, Ryan Cabrera. Enjoy complimentary samples from 20+ wineries, craft brews & local distilleries PLUS acoustic performances by Ryan Cabrera, Secondhand Serenade, Caroline Kraddick, Sam Anderson, Cody Jasper, Danni & Kris & More — benefiting Roof Angels.Presented by Sangria Señorial & Mineragua
When: Sunday, March 25 | 1 PM – 5 PM
Where: Ferris Wheelers Backyard & BBQ | Map
Kids Easter Party in Dallas
Join us for our Annual Kids Easter Party!! Open to the public and always a fun time!! Photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny and an amazing egg hunt!! Bring the family, friends, and neighbor on down for some Sunday Funday Family Time!!
When: Sunday, March 25 | 2 PM – 4 PM
Where: Dallas Fraternal Order of Eagles 3108 | Map
National Tortilla Chip Day in Dallas
IT’S NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY (Yes, it does REALLY exist)!!! On March 24th, get HALF OFF all of our TIKKA NACHOS! Dine-in or To-go orders only. Order any one of our unique TIKKA NACHO recipes, for dine-in or get it to-go, and get 50% OFF your nachos! Bring friends and family and enjoy some tasty nachos over some ice-cold beers! Our famous tikka masala on spicy tortilla chips with cheddar jack cheese, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, sour cream and salsa (as desired). Available: vegetarian or choose a topping: organic chicken tikka, paneer tikka or wild shrimp tikka!
When: Saturday, March 24 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Where: Spice In The City Dallas | Map
FREE YOGA KIEST PARK KICKOFF
FREE YOGA SESSIONS is upon US! Come out to the kick off of Outdoor Yoga Season at Kiest. Every spring and summer Yoga N Da Hood offers free classes at Kiest park. Our mission is to make Wellness Accessible to EVERYONE by offering free yoga classes in under served communities.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 10 AM – 11 AM
Where: Kiest Park | Map
Lake House 5 Year Anniversary Party in Dallas
Lake House Bar & Grill is celebrating 5 years in Lake Highlands near White Rock Lake by throwing a BIG party and YOU’RE INVITED!
Enjoy Brunch (served 10am-2pm), a Dog Adoption event by Paws in the City (1-4pm), Live Entertainment ALL day, and a Tap Takeover by Peticolas Brewing Company. Live Band Line-Up:12:00 – Dani K1:30 – Justin Pickard3:00 – The Catdaddies4:30 – Jeff Whittington & David Heidle6:00 – Bleautation8:00 – Bandolero
When: Saturday, March 24 | 10 AM – 11:59 PM
Where: Lake House Bar and Grill | Map
SOUVENIR D’INTERHARMONY : INTERHARMONY CONCERT SERIES IN FORT WORTH
There are famous rivalries and jealousies in world of art, da Vinci and Michelangelo, Gaugin and Van Gogh that cost him his ear; Pollock and de Kooning’s was more about a war of the critics that championed them; and now the battle of the graffiti artists Banksy and King Robbo that deface each other’s art. About Brahms and Tchaikovsky, perhaps their misunderstanding of each other’s aesthetic is like the arguments between Ingres and Delacroix, about classicism versus unbridled Romanticism.
Though the men shared the same birthdate, May 7th, besides a love of drink, they shared not a regard for each other’s music. Brahms once infamously fell asleep during a rehearsal of the younger composer’s 5th Symphony, and the aristocratically elegant Tchaikovsky was scabrous in his expression of disdain to Brahms.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 2 PM – 4 PM
Where: Modern Art Museum | Map
HUSH…The Silent Spring Party in Dallas
Party inside to the stylish Foundation Room to some the best DJs in Dallas while switching channels in your LED Headphones. — SHHHHHH…it’s a Silent Party…
When: Saturday, March 24 | 10 PM – 2 AM
Where: House of Blues | Map
Bunny Hop 2018 at Dallas
How it works!- Registration runs from 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm- Crawl begins at 2:00 pm at the first bar that your group is assigned- You will be given a free collector’s cup commemorating the event- Each bar will have a game where you win giveaway tickets to enter the after party- Move bar-to-bar at your own leisure, but each bar will do a giveaway of their own at a specific time- Get your card stamped at every bar to receive a FREE drink at the after party and bonus giveaway tickets
When: Saturday, March 24 | 1:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: The Social House | Map
SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH in Dallas
This is your OFFICIAL INVITATION to come out and enjoy the music you grew up listening to from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and today all while eating GREAT FOOD and sipping on your favorite wine or beverage!! The Sunday Jazz Brunch and Bubbly is perfect for the mature and grown crowd who prefer a laid back atmosphere.
WORLD RENOWN SAXOPHONIST DON DIEGO and RAZZ Band are our special musical guest every Sunday!
When: Sunday, March 25 | 11 AM – 5 PM
Where: Truth Nightclub | Map
Kevin Lee – Comedian / Magician in Fort Worth
If ever there was a comedian/ magician to be seen, it is Kevin Lee. Kevin’s unique combination of comedy, magic and juggling leaves audiences both in awe and in stitches. Watch as audiences are wowed by Kevin’s amazing juggling, fire and sword-swallowing comedy! Lee has appeared on all of the national television stations including such shows as NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Showtime at the Apollo, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, and Jamie Foxx’s Uptown Comedy Club, to name a few. Lee was also voted “Washington DC’s Funniest Comedian” by Washingtonian Magazine.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 8 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: Hyena’s Comedy Night Club | Map
GRRNT Easter Egg Hunt at Dallas
Hop on over to NorthBark Dog Park in Dallas for the annual GRRNT Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 24, from 1-3 p.m. This egg-stravaganza is tons of fun for the whole family, including those with fur. Admission is $10 per dog and all proceeds go toward GRRNT rescue efforts. All breeds are welcome as long as they are friendly and well-behaved.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 1 PM – 3 PM
Where: NorthBark Dog Park | Map
Dallas Blooms: A World of Flowers
The Dallas Arboretum is happy to present the theme “A World of Flowers.” Each week during Dallas Blooms showcases different regions of the world. Did you know that tulips are from Greece, not Holland? This annual event is one of the largest floral festivals in the southwest, with over a 100 varieties of spring bulbs exploding with color and 500,000 blooms that will dazzle you.
when: Saturday, March 24 | 9 AM – 5 PM
Where: Dallas Arboretum | Map
March For Our Lives – Dallas
On March 24 at 1pm, citizens across Dallas will take to the streets in solidarity with the March For Our Lives and stand united in support of common sense gun laws. This event is being organized by local students – with the support of organizers who’ve worked on past marches – in solidarity with the national March on Washington.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 1 PM – 3 PM
Where: City of Dallas – City Hall | Map
Toyota Rock ‘n’ Roll Dallas Half Marathon
On March 25, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Dallas will take off from Young Street and Lamar Street (near the Omni Dallas Hotel) and will take runners on a tour of downtown including Deep Ellum, Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, the Bishop Arts District and Houston Street Bridge where participants will get a firsthand look at the Dallas skyline. The course will finish at the Lawn at Reunion. Local bands will play through the streets of Dallas, along with spectators and cheerleading teams lining the route to motivate runners to the finish line. Upon finishing, participants are invited to relax and celebrate with family and friends at the finish line festival and post race concert. Musician Hayes Carll will headline the post race concert, performing for thousands of runners and spectators at the finish line festival in downtown Dallas. The concert is free and open to the public.
When: Saturday, March 24 at 12:01 AM to Sunday, March 25 at 12:01 AM
Where: Reunion Tower at Hyatt Regency Dallas | Map
Eggcellent Family Adventure in Allen
Bring your Easter basket and stroll through Allen Civic Plaza, where the Parks and Recreation Department will host Allen’s annual egg hunt. The event features an Easter version of trick-or-treating, with rows of tables run by local organizations and businesses. Kids can go table to table to fill their baskets with treat-filled eggs. Additional activities include arts and crafts, games, face painting and a bounce house, along with Easter Bunny photo ops.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 9 AM – 12 PM
Where: Allen Civic Plaza | Map
Citywide Egg Hunt in Irving
The City of Irving hosts an Easter egg hunt for children 10 and younger. Thousands of eggs will be hidden around the park, filled with toys and candy. Kids can enjoy a petting zoo, games, bounce houses and craft activities. Bring your camera to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the egg-hunt time listed for your child’s age group, as all hunts will start on time. Check website for list of age groups and start times.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Heritage Park | Map
Easter Egg Splash in McKinney
Splash into spring with this aquatic Easter egg hunt. Head to the Apex Centre’s indoor pool to search for eggs in the water, with three time slots for three distinct age groups.Space is limited, register online to reserve a spot.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 9 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Apex Centre – Indoor Pool | Map
Easter Egg Hound Hunt in Plano
Owners and their pets will have great fun as dogs sniff out doggie treat-filled Easter eggs at Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve. Will your dog find one of the golden eggs and win a special prize? Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes (6-feet max) and under their owner’s control at all times. Dogs must have current tags. Max 2 dogs per person. Owners must be at least 16 years old.
When: Saturday, March 24 | 10 AM – 11 AM
Where: Oak Point Park &
Nature Preserve | Map
