Weekend Buzz: Aug. 29-31, 2025

Published on August 28, 2025

By Office of Communication

Here are a few ways you can enjoy your weekend in The American Dream City.

Arlington Pools & Splash Pads Open

Get ready for some fun in the sun! The City of Arlington’s Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center, Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center, Allen Bolden Outdoor Pool, Woodland West, & Howard Moore pools and its three free outdoor splash pads are open through Labor Day weekend in early September, while the smaller outdoor pools will close in August. Learn more about hours of operations and summer swim passes.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

The largest water park in North Texas is back open daily for the summer. Head over to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor or its website to purchase tickets and passes.

The Smurf Experience

This 13,000-square-foot, fully immersive attraction will transport families into the heart of Smurf Village. The experience will be held at the Arlington Museum of Art. The 75-minute experience will feature nine mission-based zones filled with interactive scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, virtual reality adventures, meet-and-greets with beloved Smurf characters and more. It's hands-on, high-energy and full of Smurftastic fun for kids and parents alike. The Smurf Experience is not to be missed and is only in Texas until the end of the Summer. Tickets are now available at www.SmurfExperienceUSA.com.

Help Shape the City's Future by Playing Arlington's Board Game

As part of the Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan, residents are invited to play Growing a Better Arlington, a new interactive board game that puts you in charge of the city’s future. In this fun and strategic game, players decide where people should live, work, learn, and play in The American Dream City.

Designed for 2 to 6 players, the game challenges teams to balance growth, resources, and quality of life while building a city together. Players will use “Dream Coins” to fund projects like housing, parks, and infrastructure, all while responding to surprise events and community needs. The goal is to meet Arlington’s future growth trajectories without compromising the character that makes the city unique.

The game is available at all Arlington Public Library locations. Each location will have three copies: two available for cardholder checkout and one for in-library play.

You can reserve the game to play.

Game outcomes will directly influence land use and development decisions for the next 20 years. Whether you’ve lived in Arlington for decades or just arrived, this is your chance to shape the city’s future. Visit any library location to begin playing.

Summer Music Series

Join Arlington Parks & Recreation for acoustic music and wine, whiskey and food specials each Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. from now through Sept. 12. Home Plate Restaurant is located inside the Texas Rangers Golf Club at 701 Brown Blvd. in north Arlington. While entry is free, guests are encouraged to RSVP.

Levitt Pavilion Fall Concert Series

Levitt Pavilion Arlington’s Summer Concert Series kicks off 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29, 2025 as Steins Under The Stars feat. Brave Combo with Joseph Fisher-Schramm takes the stage, then 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, it’s The Rosemont Kings feat. Parker & Pat Duo, and rounding out the weekend 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 31, it’s The Latin Breed feat. Conjunto Baraja De Oro. These concerts are free. Open seating is available on the lawn. Please bring blankets and lawn chairs. You also can bring your own food and coolers with beverages, including alcohol, but no glass containers, please. Parking is free. For directions to the Levitt, please see Directions & Parking.

Shows at Arlington Music Hall

The Arlington Music Hall has a shows you can enjoy starting 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29, it’s Lorrie Morgan, and then 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, it’s Orleans – Live in Concert!

Black Girl Fit Presents: Epic Fit Fest 2025

Black Girl Fit returns with its second annual Epic Fit Fest — a dynamic, three-day experience that blends movement, connection, and community. Held at the state-of-the-art Loews Arlington Hotel, this wellness weekend invites attendees to reset, recharge, and explore fitness in a space designed with them in mind.

Whether you're starting your wellness journey, trying something new, or deepening your commitment to self-care, Epic Fit Fest offers an inclusive environment to move, learn, and grow alongside others who share your values.

Weekend Schedule Overview

Friday, August 29 | 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

• Sunset Mat Pilates set to 90s R&B
• Meet-and-greet with the Black Girl Fit team and community
• Welcome Mixer and wellness networking social
• Spotlight on Black-led fitness communities across the region

Saturday, August 30 | 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Full-day schedule of back-to-back workouts across all zones
• Three large-scale group workouts held throughout the day
• Wellness activations and access to brand experiences in between sessions

Sunday, August 31 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

• A soulful Gospel Yoga session accompanied by live choir
• VIP Sunday Brunch to close the weekend with reflection and connection

Visit the event’s website for full details and registration.

Alternative Tribute Band Series

Texas Live! alternative rock tribute series get ready to rock all summer long celebrating some of the most iconic names in alternative rock! Join 9:30 p.m. Saturday , Aug. 29, 2025, for a night of live music tribute performance with an electric atmosphere featuring Rise Against the Machine tribute. Presented by: Surfside & Deep Eddy.

Downtown Arlington Farmers Market

The Downtown Arlington Farmers Market runs every Saturday through November from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at the corner of Front and Center Streets. The market will feature fresh, locally-source produce, unique artisan goods and community connection.

Arlington Comic Fest

Comic, Sci-fi, Anime and Fantasy fans converge at the Arlington Expo Center Aug. 30-31, 2025, for the annual Arlington Comic Fest 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more about tickets.

Creature Features: Raj the Corn Snake

Join for this month’s Creature Features event 2-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at River Legacy Nature Center! Get to know Raj, their corn snake and learn about its adaptations, behavior, lifestyle, natural history, etc. RSVP is required as there are limited spaces available. Participants will receive an email or phone call from the program facilitator 1 or 2 days prior to event to confirm attendance. Please arrive a few minutes early if possible so the event can start promptly at 2 P.M. Animal to be presented may change depending on its health and well-being.

Sunday Brunch

Ventana Grille at the Tierra Verde Golf Club clubhouse is now serving brunch from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each Sunday. Menu items include four savory Eggs Benedict entrées, Shrimp-N-Grits, Ginger Salmon, and their favorite - Napoleon's Last Meal, a buttermilk fried chicken breast over bourbon French toast and served with maple syrup! Guests can also order their à la carte menu, making the Sunday Brunch a great option for families, picky eaters or those with smaller appetites. Reservations Welcomed: 817-548-5047.