Enjoying a classic musical, a huge concert, supporting a local festival and more. Here are a few ways you can enjoy your weekend in The American Dream City. 

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee 

Theatre Arlington presents the musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. The show is appropriate for ages 13 and up. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Tickets: $32 (includes $2 online ticket processing fee). Discounts are available for seniors, students & groups. Visit Theatre Arlington’s website for more information. The musical runs until June 19, 2022.

Vandergriff Art Festival

Starting the weekend, enjoy the Vandergriff Art Festival at Vandergriff Park. It all kicks off 3:00 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2022 and continues 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022 and Sunday, June 5, 2022. You can buy from local, regional, and national artists, a variety of venders and enjoy free concerts all weekend. The event is free to the public.

Storytime at The Parks Mall Arlington 

The Arlington Public Library is taking your favorite Storytime program on the road this summer to The Parks Mall at Arlington. Join the Library’s storytellers for a fun, interactive program and then peruse the Parks Mall afterward. At 11:30 a.m. each Friday, it will feature different stories, songs, rhymes, and activities that are perfect for children and families. This event is free and open to the public. 

Rangers homestand against the Mariners

Your hometown Rangers host a three-game set at Globe Life Field against Seattle Mariners 7:05 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, 3:05 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, 1:35 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2022. Tickets can be purchased on the Rangers’ website. 

Free Concerts at the Levitt Pavilion

Join the folks at the Lawn of the Levitt Pavilion Arlington for free concerts. At 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, alternative R&B Arlington band Igimèjí opens for Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Starting at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, Lorena Leigh opens for Texas County and Christian Music Superstar Curtis Grimes. Then at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2022, local rocker/alternative artist Kameryn opens for Justin Tipton & The Troublemakers. 

Music at the Arlington Music Hall 

The Arlington Music Hall offers a pair of concerts this weekend. Country rocker Jim Messina takes the stage 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022. Then at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2022, Mark 209 concert takes place. Ticket information can be found on the Arlington Music Hall’s website. 

Library Focus Group at the East Library and Recreation Center

Join the Arlington Public Library 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022 at the East Library and Recreation Center for their Library Focus Group. Help shape the future of the Arlington Public Library. Your feedback will help chart the course for future library services and programs. Sessions will last about one hour. Light refreshments will be served.

Building Bridges Short Film Previews 

A partnership between the Aga Khan Council for the Central US & The University of Texas at Arlington presents Building Bridges Short Film Previews 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022 at the Ismaili Community Center and Jamatkhana in Plano. You can join the exclusive screening of three short films focused on The Aga Khan Trust for Culture architectural projects, Texas connections, Muslim identities, and community values. The short films include “Beyond the Blueprints: Where Values Meet Spaces” by Neelam Hussain, ‘Cities of Nature” by Nadeem Haji and Qaadir’s Quest by UT Arlington graduate Kelly Gray Bobino. The event is free to attend, and there is free parking on site. 

Kenny Chesney: Here and Now Tour at AT&T Stadium 

Kenny Chesney’s 2020 Chillaxification Tour, originally scheduled for Saturday, Apr. 18, 2020, has been updated to the 2022 Here And Now Tour coming to AT&T Stadium 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022. The stadium tour lineup features three-time consecutive GRAMMY winners Dan + Shay, reigning ACM and CMA Vocal Group of the Year Old Dominion & CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Carly Pearce. Get your tickets at SeatGeek.com. All tickets for the Chillaxification Tour will be honored for the Saturday, June 4, 2022 show date. If you love your seat, do nothing. You’re all set.

Summer Jam at Texas Live!

OCBF Young Adults Presents SUMMER JAM Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Texas Live! Doors to the Arlington Backyard open at 6:30 p.m.. The show will feature music icons you love including Andy Mineo, Jonathan Traylor, Koryn Hawthorne, and ShySpeaks. Get your tickets by clicking here.

Jackals wrap up season at Choctaw Stadium 

Your hometown rugby club, the Jackals, close out their opening Major League Rugby season at Choctaw Stadium 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022 against the Utah Warriors. Cheer on the Jackals and purchase tickets on the Club’s website.