Weekend Buzz: May 30 – June 1, 2025
Published on May 29, 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.
M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations at the Arlington Museum of Art
The Arlington Museum of Art is bringing the mind-bending work of M.C. Escher to Arlington for its summer exhibition through Sunday, August 3, 2025. With over 150 works spanning the career of the graphic designer, M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations explores the metamorphic work of one of the most famous printmakers in modern times. View ticket information about the exhibition.
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.
Shows at Arlington Music Hall
The Arlington Music Hall has shows you can enjoy starting 7 p.m. Friday, May 30, it’s Motown and 6 p.m. Sunday, June 1, 2025, it’s The Wiz Reimagined.
Texas Rangers host Houston Astros
Your hometown Rangers host the St. Louis Cardinals for a three-game weekend set at Globe Life Field. First pitches are scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Friday, May 30, 3:05 p.m. Saturday, May 31, and 12:05 p.m. Sunday, June 1, 2025. View ticket information on the Rangers’ website.
Levitt Pavilion Spring Concert Series
Levitt Pavilion Arlington’s Spring Concert Series continues 7:15 p.m. Friday, May 30, 2025 with Courtney Patton feat. Amanda Kate Ferris, and continuing in the weekend at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025, with Salsa Dance Night – Orquesta Zone D’Mambo feat. Elias y Su Orquesta Band. 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.
Downtown Arlington Farmers Market
The Downtown Arlington Farmers Market runs every Saturday through November from 10 a.m. to 2 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.
Discover Summer Kickoff
Kickoff another exciting summer with the Arlington Public Library! Join at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025, for a fun-filled event featuring all things summer! They will have activities, crafts, games, and more available for all members of the family on the 1st and 2nd floor of the library. Additionally, get registered for our summer reading challenge through Beanstack so that you can earn prizes all summer long! This event is free and open to the public, no registration required. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (817) 459-6900 or by email at LIBYouthServices@arlingtontx.gov.
Creature Feature: Yellow Belly Ball Python
Join at River Legacy Nature Center 2-2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025, for this month’s Creature Features, as you are introduced to their yellow belly ball python and learn about its adaptations, behavior, lifestyle, natural history, etc. Visit River Legacy’s website for RSVP information.
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.