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Summer is winding down, but there’s still time to squeeze in some fun activities with the kids. The Dallas Express has highlighted an array of exciting options around the metroplex for families to enjoy together. Look here.
Additionally, KERA News posted more ideas, ranging from watching a meteor shower to taking advantage of Dollar Days at the Dallas Arboretum.
Whether you want to listen to music under the stars or enjoy a retro drive-in movie, the Go See DFW calendar is packed with ideas to put a cherry on top of the remaining days of summer.
Here are more events KERA listed:
The lazy days of summer are coming to a close. But not to worry. There’s still time to do some cool stuff and make memories while you’re at it. Check out our end-of-summer list. It’s chock-full of events perfect for these waning days of summer. There are even a few that will help make the kids’ “What I Did Over Summer Vacation” composition a bit more interesting.
Remember to check the websites or social media for each event for any last-minute changes. You can find more events at Go See DFW.
Stay up late and watch the annual Perseid meteor shower at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area’s Star Watch Party. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the Perseid show, which produces up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.
Details: Aug. 10 from 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area. $25, registration is required. llela.org.
Enjoy one of the last staycations of the summer with super savings at the Arboretum and its Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden for the entire month of August. Splash in Toad Corners, picnic in the shade of the Pecan Grove or cool off in the mist of the Palmer Fern dell. Families can cool off even more when they explore the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, which has more than 8,000 square feet of misters. Bonus: Warmer temperatures mean lighter than usual crowds at the garden.
Details: Through Aug. 31 at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. $3 discounted admission to the Garden. $3 admission to the Garden and Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden for ages 2 and older. Parking $6.
It’s not too late to get creative this summer. Join graffiti artist Ferfetz at Henry’s Majestic for a free graffiti art class. Create your own original piece of art while you enjoy Ilegal Mezcal cocktails.
Details: Aug. 18 at 2 p.m. at Henry’s Majestic Restaurant. Free admission but you must RSVP to attend.
4. WHOOP IT UP AT A RODEO
Round up your little dogies and head to Denton for the North Texas Fair and Rodeo. The nine-day event features country music on multiple stages, professional-level rodeos, livestock shows, kid and fun zones, carnival rides, food, games, vendors and more.
Details: Aug. 16-25 at the North Texas Fairgrounds in Denton. $5-$25.
5. TAKE A DIP IN THE POOL
Looking for a cool date night idea (with the emphasis on the word cool)? Check out this adults-only dive-in movie event hosted by Heights Family Aquatic Center in Richardson. Relax poolside or float down the lazy river while you enjoy the 2004 rom-com 50 First Dates.
Head to the Nasher Sculpture Center music under the stars at its ’Til Midnight event. The evening kicks off with performances from country artists Matt Tedder and Chaz Marie, followed by headliner Parker Ryan, who’ll perform a blend of country, Americana and alternative country. After the concert, stick around for an outdoor screening of the 1964 Disney classic Mary Poppins. You’ll also have the opportunity to see the special exhibitions Sarah Sze and Haas Brothers: Moonlight currently on view at the Nasher.
After school starts, you can still enjoy outdoor concerts. The city of Garland holds its First Friday Music Made Here outdoor music series at the Garland Downtown Square through November. On the bill for the first Friday in September are the bluesy riffs and soulful rhythms of Jimmy Wallace and the Mighty Mikes.
7. GO RETRO WITH A DRIVE-IN MOVIE
If you want a different and fun movie experience, there’s no better time than summer to try out a drive-in movie. The North Texas area has several drive-in theaters. There’s the Galaxy in Ennis and theCoyote in Fort Worth, but if you really want to go old school, givethe Brazos in Granburya whirl. The cute, old-fashioned snack bar with a banging screen door and metal chairs will make you feel like you’re sitting on the porch at Grandma’s house. Load up the car and see a first-run double feature at bargain prices.
Details:
The Galaxy in Ennis has seven screens and is open every day. $8 for ages 12 and up, $4 for kids.
The Coyote in Fort Worth, has four screens and a full restaurant and bar. It’s open every day. $9.29 for adults and $6.62 for children.
The Brazos Drive-In is open Thursdays through Saturdays. $10 for individual admission, $20 for a car with two or more occupants.
